What Do You Know About Erin Popovich?

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    Popovich was born with a genetic disorder called.... 

    • Breast cancer
    • Colon cancer
    • Autism
    • Achondroplasia
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Erin Popovich is a three-time United States Paralympic swimmer. She was born with a genetic disorder called "achondroplasia" that restricted the growth of her limbs. When she was young, she tried straightening up her back and legs by wearing braces and also underwent surgeries. Let's see what you know about her. Good Luck!

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  • 2. 
    Popovich won how many career Paralympic gold medals?  - ProProfs

    Popovich won how many career Paralympic gold medals? 

    • 11

    • 12

    • 13

    • 14

    Correct Answer
    A. 14
    Explanation
    Popovich won a total of 14 career Paralympic gold medals.

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  • 3. 
    What's Popovich's nationality?  - ProProfs

    What's Popovich's nationality? 

    • British

    • German

    • American

    • Italian

    Correct Answer
    A. American
    Explanation
    The correct answer is American because Popovich refers to Gregg Popovich, who is an American professional basketball coach. He is best known for his long tenure as the head coach of the San Antonio Spurs in the NBA. Popovich was born in East Chicago, Indiana, and has achieved great success in his coaching career, including leading the Spurs to multiple NBA championships.

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  • 4. 
    Popovich joined the swim club when she was how old?  - ProProfs

    Popovich joined the swim club when she was how old? 

    • 11

    • 12

    • 13

    • 14

    Correct Answer
    A. 12
    Explanation
    The question asks at what age Popovich joined the swim club. The correct answer is 12, indicating that she joined the swim club when she was 12 years old.

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  • 5. 
    She was competing at the 2000 Paralympic Games at what age?   - ProProfs

    She was competing at the 2000 Paralympic Games at what age?  

    • 10

    • 12

    • 15

    • 17

    Correct Answer
    A. 15
    Explanation
    At the age of 15, she was competing at the 2000 Paralympic Games.

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  • 6. 
    Popovich attended which University?  - ProProfs

    Popovich attended which University? 

    • University of Phoenix

    • Harvard University

    • Stanford University

    • Colorado State University

    Correct Answer
    A. Colorado State University
    Explanation
    Popovich attended Colorado State University because it is mentioned as one of the options and is the correct answer to the question.

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  • 7. 
    At the 2004 Summer Paralympic, she won how many gold medals?  - ProProfs

    At the 2004 Summer Paralympic, she won how many gold medals? 

    • 4

    • 5

    • 6

    • 7

    Correct Answer
    A. 7
    Explanation
    At the 2004 Summer Paralympic, she won a total of 7 gold medals.

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  • 8. 
    Popovich won the first ESPY Award for Best Female Athlete with a disability in....  - ProProfs

    Popovich won the first ESPY Award for Best Female Athlete with a disability in.... 

    • 2005

    • 2009

    • 2003

    • 2006

    Correct Answer
    A. 2005
    Explanation
    Popovich won the first ESPY Award for Best Female Athlete with a disability in 2005. This means that in 2005, she was recognized and honored for her achievements as a female athlete with a disability.

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  • 9. 
    Popovich was born on which date?  - ProProfs

    Popovich was born on which date? 

    • February 14, 1955

    • June 29, 1985

    • May 21, 1985

    • July 4, 1985

    Correct Answer
    A. June 29, 1985
    Explanation
    The correct answer is June 29, 1985. This is the date of birth of Popovich, as stated in the question.

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  • 10. 
    She graduated from the college in what year?  - ProProfs

    She graduated from the college in what year? 

    • 2005

    • 2006

    • 2007

    • 2008

    Correct Answer
    A. 2007
    Explanation
    The given answer, 2007, is the correct year of graduation from college.

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