Quiz On Hockey World Cup

1. We are not done with Malik Nur Khan by the way – which other prestigious sporting competition did he conceive in 1978, leaving quite a legacy for himself?

Hockey Champions Trophy

Cricket Champions Trophy

Sultan Azlan Shah Cup

None

Hockey Champions Trophy. Pakistan ended up hosting five of the first six editions of the Champions Trophy.

Explanation

Hockey Champions Trophy. Pakistan ended up hosting five of the first six editions of the Champions Trophy.

2. Let's start at home. What is the name of the mascot of the 2018 Hockey World Cup, a reference to the fact that Odisha has one of the most important nesting beaches for Olive Ridley turtles?

Olly

Riddy

Olivia

None

Olive Ridley turtles are an endangered species that travel large distances on oceans and arrive in millions annually on Odisha’s Gahirmatha and Rushikulya beaches during their nesting season.

Explanation

Olive Ridley turtles are an endangered species that travel large distances on oceans and arrive in millions annually on Odisha’s Gahirmatha and Rushikulya beaches during their nesting season.

3. What player set an NHL record in 1976, with 10 points in one game?

Bobby Clarke

Darryl Sittler

Phil Esposito

Wayne Gretzky

n February 7, 1976, Darryl Sittler set an NHL record with 10 points in one game on six goals and four assists in an 11-4 win over Boston at Maple Leaf Gardens. It was the last game Bruins goalie Dave Reece ever played in the NHL.

Explanation

n February 7, 1976, Darryl Sittler set an NHL record with 10 points in one game on six goals and four assists in an 11-4 win over Boston at Maple Leaf Gardens. It was the last game Bruins goalie Dave Reece ever played in the NHL.

4. Who was the fastest player in NHL history to reach 1,000 career points?

Eddie Shore

Wayne Gretzky

Guy Lefleur

Mario Lemieux

On December 19, 1984, while playing in just his 424th career game, Edmonton's Wayne Gretzky had two goals and four assists to become the fastest player in NHL history to reach 1000 career points (breaking Guy Lefleur's record of 720 games). The Oilers won 7-3 over the visiting Los Angeles Kings.

Explanation

On December 19, 1984, while playing in just his 424th career game, Edmonton's Wayne Gretzky had two goals and four assists to become the fastest player in NHL history to reach 1000 career points (breaking Guy Lefleur's record of 720 games). The Oilers won 7-3 over the visiting Los Angeles Kings.

5. The 1971 World Cup was the only occasion when a team from Africa made it to the semifinals of a World Cup. Which country is it? Clue - It has performed giant-killing feats in cricket as well.

Zimbabwe

Kenya

Namibia

Ghana

Kenya ended up losing to India in the third-place playoff losing a hard-fought match 1-0.

Explanation

Kenya ended up losing to India in the third-place playoff losing a hard-fought match 1-0.

6. The first NHL All-Star game was held as a benefit for what injured star?

Eddie Shore

Ace Bailey

Howie Morenz

Slyvio Mantha

On February 14, 1934, the NHL held its first All-Star Game as a benefit for injured star Ace Bailey. Toronto defeated a team of All-Stars from the league's other seven teams 7-3 at Maple Leaf Gardens.

Explanation

On February 14, 1934, the NHL held its first All-Star Game as a benefit for injured star Ace Bailey. Toronto defeated a team of All-Stars from the league's other seven teams 7-3 at Maple Leaf Gardens.

7. The first edition of the Hockey World Cup was held at the Real Polo Club in Barcelona in 1971. It was also the venue for which of the following events at the 1992 Barcelona Olympics? Clue – The venue was also used for one portion of the Modern Pentathlon event.

Swimming

Equestrian

Hockey

Tennis

Interestingly field hockey was held at a different venue – the Estadi Municipal Olimpic.

Explanation

Interestingly field hockey was held at a different venue – the Estadi Municipal Olimpic.

8. What year were the offsides rule introduced by the NHL?

1930

1950

1970

1990

At the annual NHL Governors' meeting on September 27, 1930, a new offsides rule was passed, stating that: "The puck must be propelled into the attacking zone before any player of the attacking side can enter that zone."

Explanation

At the annual NHL Governors' meeting on September 27, 1930, a new offsides rule was passed, stating that: "The puck must be propelled into the attacking zone before any player of the attacking side can enter that zone."

9. What was the first NHL team to win back-to-back Stanley Cup titles?

Montreal Canadiens

Vancouver Millionaires

Ottawa Senators

New York Rangers

On April 4, 1921, the Ottawa Senators defeated the Vancouver Millionaires 2-1 in the decisive fifth game of the 1921 Stanley Cup Final. Jack Darragh scored both goals for the Senators, who became the first NHL team to win back-to-back Stanley Cup titles.

Explanation

On April 4, 1921, the Ottawa Senators defeated the Vancouver Millionaires 2-1 in the decisive fifth game of the 1921 Stanley Cup Final. Jack Darragh scored both goals for the Senators, who became the first NHL team to win back-to-back Stanley Cup titles.

10. Who was the first hockey player to win Sportsman of the Year honours from Sports Illustrated?

Eddie Shore

Bob Bourne

Bobby Orr

Wayne Gretzky

Bobby Orr was named "Sportsman of the Year" by Sports Illustrated in 1970, making him the first hockey player to receive the award. He also won league MVP honors that year and led the Bruins to a Stanley Cup Championship.

Explanation

Bobby Orr was named "Sportsman of the Year" by Sports Illustrated in 1970, making him the first hockey player to receive the award. He also won league MVP honors that year and led the Bruins to a Stanley Cup Championship.