How Well Do You Know Matt Biondi?
A competitive swimmer that doesn’t give up. Matt Biondi won the Olympic gold eleven-times and he's also a holder of world-record in five different categories. Now, with those points established, do you think you get up to 90% on this quiz?
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Where was American former competitive swimmer Nicholas Biondi born?
- A.
Moraga, California
- B.
Los Angeles, California
- C.
Brisbane, Ohio
- D.
Denver, Colorado
Correct Answer
A. Moraga, CaliforniaExplanation
Nicholas Biondi, an American former competitive swimmer, was born in Moraga, California.Rate this question:
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- 2.
He was known as an eleven-time Olympic medalist and a record holder of?
- A.
Five events
- B.
Four events
- C.
Six events
- D.
8 Events
Correct Answer
A. Five eventsExplanation
The given correct answer is "Five events". This suggests that the person being referred to in the question was known for participating in and winning medals in five different events at the Olympics. This indicates that he was a versatile and accomplished athlete, excelling in multiple disciplines.Rate this question:
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- 3.
How many competition did Biondi participate in the summer Olympic Games?
- A.
2
- B.
5
- C.
3
- D.
4
Correct Answer
C. 3Explanation
Biondi participated in three competitions in the summer Olympic Games.Rate this question:
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- 4.
Which record did he set during his career?
- A.
50-meters freestyle
- B.
30- meters freestyle
- C.
100-meters freestyle
- D.
200-meters freestyle
Correct Answer
A. 50-meters freestyleExplanation
The correct answer is 50-meters freestyle. This means that during his career, he set a record in the 50-meter freestyle swimming event.Rate this question:
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- 5.
How many gold medals did Biondi win at Seoul Olympics?
- A.
5
- B.
3
- C.
4
- D.
6
Correct Answer
A. 5Explanation
Biondi won a total of 5 gold medals at the Seoul Olympics.Rate this question:
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- 6.
When was Biondi, a member of the International Swimming Hall of Fame born?
- A.
1962
- B.
1967
- C.
1965
- D.
1966
Correct Answer
C. 1965Explanation
Biondi, a member of the International Swimming Hall of Fame, was born in 1965.Rate this question:
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- 7.
What sports did Biondi start his aquatics career at?
- A.
Lifesaver
- B.
Water polo player
- C.
Swim guide
- D.
Diver
Correct Answer
A. LifesaverExplanation
Biondi started his aquatics career as a lifesaver. This means that he initially began by participating in water rescue activities, potentially working as a lifeguard or being involved in lifesaving competitions. This would have provided him with the necessary skills and experience in the water before transitioning to other sports such as water polo, swimming, or diving.Rate this question:
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- 8.
Which school did Biondi start swimming year-round when he started?
- A.
Campolindo High School
- B.
Colorado High School
- C.
Denver High School
- D.
Zion High School
Correct Answer
A. Campolindo High SchoolExplanation
Biondi started swimming year-round when he joined Campolindo High School.Rate this question:
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- 9.
What record did Biondi set, when he was the top schoolboy sprinter?
- A.
20.33 seconds
- B.
33.34 seconds
- C.
20.40 seconds
- D.
22.45 seconds
Correct Answer
C. 20.40 secondsExplanation
Biondi set a record of 20.40 seconds when he was the top schoolboy sprinter.Rate this question:
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- 10.
Which university did he accept a scholarship to attend?
- A.
Truth university
- B.
Waterloo university
- C.
Oxford university
- D.
University of California
Correct Answer
D. University of CaliforniaExplanation
The person accepted a scholarship to attend the University of California.Rate this question:
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