How Well Do You Know Mickey Thompson?
There are professionals and champion of the car racing and there is the founding father of the exciting game, whose legacies still leaves to this day. Do you have any idea about drag racing and the name Mickey Thompson?
Well, just know that the fact you know him couldn't have prepared you for what's coming. So, are you still bold enough to take a peek?
- 1.
When was Thompson born?
- A.
1940
- B.
1933
- C.
1928
- D.
1930
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C. 1928Explanation
Thompson was born in 1928.Rate this question:
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- 2.
Where did he work in his early twenties?
- A.
Pressman
- B.
Pitcher
- C.
Racer
- D.
Broadcaster
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A. PressmanExplanation
In his early twenties, he worked as a pressman.Rate this question:
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- 3.
Which of the following completes “instinctive automotive” on Harvey's part?
- A.
Driver
- B.
Supplier
- C.
Analyst
- D.
Designer
Correct Answer
A. DriverExplanation
The term "instinctive automotive" suggests that it refers to something related to driving or operating a vehicle. Therefore, the most appropriate option to complete "instinctive automotive" would be "Driver." A driver is someone who operates a vehicle, and their actions are often instinctive and automatic due to their experience and familiarity with driving.Rate this question:
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- 4.
When did he design and build the first slingshot dragster?
- A.
1950
- B.
1934
- C.
1954
- D.
1950
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C. 1954 -
- 5.
When was Thompson the first manager of Lions Drag Strip in Wilmington, California?
- A.
1955
- B.
1967
- C.
1956
- D.
1988
Correct Answer
A. 1955Explanation
Thompson was the first manager of Lions Drag Strip in Wilmington, California in 1955.Rate this question:
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- 6.
When did Thompson collaborate with Fritz Voight on a 1958 twin-engine?
- A.
Car
- B.
Slingshot
- C.
Dragster
- D.
Rodding
Correct Answer
C. DragsterExplanation
Thompson collaborated with Fritz Voight on a 1958 twin-engine Dragster.Rate this question:
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- 7.
Which speed did he use the 1988 twin-engined dragster to achieve?
- A.
294.117 mph
- B.
323.111mph
- C.
121.322mph
- D.
222.231mph
Correct Answer
A. 294.117 mphExplanation
The correct answer is 294.117 mph.Rate this question:
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- 8.
When did Thompson achieve fame when he drove his four-engined Challenger 1 at better than 400 mph?
- A.
1956
- B.
1940
- C.
1960
- D.
1966
Correct Answer
C. 1960Explanation
In 1960, Thompson achieved fame when he drove his four-engined Challenger 1 at better than 400 mph.Rate this question:
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Where did Thompson entere Three John Crosthwaite designed cars in 1962?
- A.
Grand prix
- B.
Championship
- C.
European tour
- D.
Indianapolis 500
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D. Indianapolis 500Explanation
Thompson entered Three John Crosthwaite designed cars in the Indianapolis 500 in 1962.Rate this question:
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Which event did he win with the funny car in 1969?
- A.
NHRA
- B.
Land speed Awards
- C.
ERA wards
- D.
SCORE awards
Correct Answer
A. NHRAExplanation
In 1969, he won the NHRA event with the funny car.Rate this question:
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