How Well Do You Know Amy Van Dyken

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How Well Do You Know Amy Van Dyken - Quiz

There are swimmers, there are medalists and in another class are the world beaters that set the record while collecting their gold. This retired female swimmer and sports talk show host is worth knowing about. On that note, would you like to know more about Amy Van Dyken?

Questions and Answers

1.

How many gold medals did Dyken win in her career?
- A.
  
  8
- B.
  
  9
- C.
  
  6
- D.
  
  7
Correct Answer
C. 6

Explanation
The question is asking for the number of gold medals won by Dyken in her career. The correct answer is 6, which means that Dyken won a total of 6 gold medals in her career.

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2.

When was she named American swimmer of the year?
- A.
  
  1996 and 1997
- B.
  
  1997 and 1998
- C.
  
  1994 and 1995
- D.
  
  1995 and 1996
Correct Answer
D. 1995 and 1996

Explanation
She was named American swimmer of the year in 1995 and 1996.

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3.

Where did she place at the 1992 Olympic Trials?
- A.
  
  4th
- B.
  
  6th
- C.
  
  3rd
- D.
  
  5th
Correct Answer
A. 4th

Explanation
She placed 4th at the 1992 Olympic Trials.

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4.

Which university did Dyken attend after high school?
- A.
  
  University of Arizona
- B.
  
  Indianapolis University
- C.
  
  Stanford University
- D.
  
  Yale University
Correct Answer
A. University of Arizona

Explanation
Dyken attended the University of Arizona after high school.

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5.

When was she named the NCAA female swimmer of the year?
- A.
  
  1994
- B.
  
  1996
- C.
  
  1997
- D.
  
  1998
Correct Answer
A. 1994

Explanation
In 1994, she was named the NCAA female swimmer of the year.

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6.

Which Olympic did Van Dyken become the first American female athlete to win 4 gold medals?
- A.
  
  1996 Summer Olympics in Atlanta
- B.
  
  2000 Summer Olympics in Sydney
- C.
  
  2008 Summer Olympics in Beijing
- D.
  
  2014 Summer Olympics in Athens
Correct Answer
A. 1996 Summer Olympics in Atlanta

Explanation
In the 1996 Summer Olympics in Atlanta, Van Dyken became the first American female athlete to win 4 gold medals. This means that she achieved this feat in the 1996 Olympics and not in any of the other Olympics mentioned.

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7.

Which award did her success in swimming win her?
- A.
  
  ESPN Awards
- B.
  
  Playboy Awards
- C.
  
  GQ Magazines
- D.
  
  New York Times Sports awards
Correct Answer
A. ESPN Awards

Explanation
The correct answer is ESPN Awards because it is stated in the question that her success in swimming won her an award, and the only option related to sports awards is ESPN Awards.

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8.

When did Van Dyken retire from swimming and married former NFL punter?
- A.
  
  After 2000 Olympics
- B.
  
  After 2002 Olympics
- C.
  
  2008 Olympics Mark Hilman
- D.
  
  After 2004 Olympics
Correct Answer
A. After 2000 Olympics

Explanation
Van Dyken retired from swimming and married former NFL punter after the 2000 Olympics.

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9.

How many magazine and newspaper cover has she appeared on?
- A.
  
  USA Today
- B.
  
  Newsweek and Swimming World Magazines
- C.
  
  Times and Sports Illustrated
- D.
  
  All of the above
Correct Answer
D. All of the above

Explanation
The correct answer is "All of the above" because the question asks about the number of magazine and newspaper covers she has appeared on, and all of the options listed (USA Today, Newsweek and Swimming World Magazines, Times, and Sports Illustrated) are magazines and newspapers. Therefore, the correct answer is that she has appeared on all of them.

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10.

What ailment did she suffer from in her childhood?
- A.
  
  Depression
- B.
  
  Alzheimer
- C.
  
  Cough
- D.
  
  Asthma
Correct Answer
D. Asthma

Explanation
The given correct answer is asthma. Asthma is a chronic respiratory condition that causes difficulty in breathing due to the narrowing of the airways. It is a common ailment that can start in childhood and continue into adulthood. Symptoms of asthma include wheezing, coughing, chest tightness, and shortness of breath. It is often triggered by factors such as allergies, exercise, and exposure to irritants. Proper management and treatment can help control asthma symptoms and improve the quality of life for individuals with the condition.

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