How Well Do You Know Marcus "Mark" Tewksbury?
Born in 1968, Marcus Tewksbury represented Canada several times in international swimming competitions and won gold medals. Now retired, Tewksbury is best known for his performance in 1992 Summer Olympics where he won a gold medal in the 100m backstroke. Tewskbury was awarded for his excellence as a motivational speaker and athlete in 1993. Now, we challenge you to research more about him and get all these questions right.
- 1.
Where was Mark Tewskbury raised?
- A.
Calgary
- B.
Queensland
- C.
Texas
- D.
Vancouver
Correct Answer
A. CalgaryExplanation
Mark Tewskbury was raised in Calgary.Rate this question:
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- 2.
When did he first compete in an Olympic?
- A.
1988
- B.
1990
- C.
1986
- D.
1981
Correct Answer
A. 1988Explanation
The correct answer is 1988 because it is the only option that falls within the timeframe of the Olympics. The Olympics are held every four years, so 1988 is the earliest possible year for someone to compete in their first Olympic event.Rate this question:
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- 3.
Which of the following is his alma matter?
- A.
University of Toronto
- B.
University of British Columbia
- C.
University of Calgary
- D.
University of New Brunswick
Correct Answer
C. University of CalgaryExplanation
The correct answer is University of Calgary. Alma mater refers to the university or college that a person has attended or graduated from. In this case, the person in question has attended the University of Calgary.Rate this question:
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- 4.
When was he inducted into the Human Rights Hall of Fame?
- A.
September 12, 2009
- B.
June 12, 2003
- C.
January 7, 2010
- D.
September 19, 2009
Correct Answer
D. September 19, 2009Explanation
The correct answer is September 19, 2009.Rate this question:
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- 5.
When did he officially declare his homosexual orientation?
- A.
January, 1997
- B.
May, 1996
- C.
December, 1998
- D.
April, 1995
Correct Answer
C. December, 1998 -
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What year saw his resignation from the International Olympic Committee?
- A.
1998
- B.
2000
- C.
2001
- D.
1999
Correct Answer
A. 1998 -
- 7.
When did he publish his second autobiography?
- A.
2004
- B.
2005
- C.
2006
- D.
2007
Correct Answer
C. 2006Explanation
In this question, the correct answer is 2006. This means that the person in question published their second autobiography in the year 2006.Rate this question:
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- 8.
What year saw his induction into the Q Hall of Fame Canada?
- A.
1999
- B.
2001
- C.
2006
- D.
2009
Correct Answer
D. 2009Explanation
In 2009, the person mentioned in the question was inducted into the Q Hall of Fame Canada.Rate this question:
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- 9.
What role did he play in the 2008 Summer Olympics?
- A.
He was a coach
- B.
He was a first aider
- C.
He was an analyst
- D.
He was an umpire
Correct Answer
C. He was an analystExplanation
He played the role of an analyst in the 2008 Summer Olympics. As an analyst, his responsibility would have been to analyze and provide insights on the performance of the athletes, teams, and events. This could include studying the strategies, techniques, and statistics to provide valuable information to coaches, athletes, and the audience.Rate this question:
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- 10.
Which of the following statements concerning him is not correct?
- A.
He was an advocate of gay rights
- B.
He once anchored How It's Made Show
- C.
He presented his gold medal to the Canadian Museum for Human Rights
- D.
He is a motorsport enthusiast
Correct Answer
D. He is a motorsport enthusiast -
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