Interesting Quiz On College Football
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Questions and Answers
- 1.
From what yard line are two point conversions attempted in college football?
- A.
One Yard Line
- B.
Three Yard Line
- C.
Fifty Yard Line
- D.
Five Yard Line
Correct Answer
B. Three Yard LineExplanation
In college football, two-point conversions are attempted from the three-yard line. This means that the team has the option to either kick for one point from the two-yard line or attempt a play from the three-yard line to score two points. This rule is different from professional football, where two-point conversions are attempted from the two-yard line.Rate this question:
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- 2.
Which of the following things is generally prohibited on a college football field's playing surface?
- A.
Cheerleaders
- B.
Football Players
- C.
Coaches
- D.
Advertisement
Correct Answer
D. AdvertisementExplanation
Generally, advertisements are prohibited on a college football field's playing surface. This is because the playing surface is meant for the game itself and any distractions, such as advertisements, can interfere with the players' focus and the overall integrity of the game. Additionally, college football fields are often considered to be sacred grounds for the sport and are meant to be free from commercialization.Rate this question:
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- 3.
How many extra points can a team get for kicking the ball through the goal posts after a touchdown?
- A.
1
- B.
11
- C.
9
- D.
6
Correct Answer
A. 1Explanation
After a touchdown, a team can earn an extra point by kicking the ball through the goal posts. This is commonly known as a field goal. Therefore, the correct answer is 1.Rate this question:
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- 4.
What color is the football in a regulation college football game?
- A.
Grey
- B.
Natural Tan
- C.
Green
- D.
Blue
Correct Answer
B. Natural TanExplanation
In a regulation college football game, the color of the football is natural tan. This is because natural tan is the standard color used for footballs in official games.Rate this question:
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- 5.
What can the defensive team score by stopping an opponent in his own end zone?
- A.
A Safety
- B.
A Field Goal
- C.
A Danger
- D.
A Touchdown
Correct Answer
A. A SafetyExplanation
When the defensive team stops an opponent in their own end zone, they can score a Safety. A Safety is worth two points and is awarded to the defensive team when they tackle an offensive player in possession of the ball in their own end zone. This can occur through a sack, a fumble recovery, or an interception. It is a defensive play that results in points for the team and gives them possession of the ball through a free kick from their own 20-yard line.Rate this question:
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- 6.
In college football, what was the last team to join the Big 10, giving the conference 11 teams?
- A.
Indiana
- B.
Michigan State
- C.
Iowa
- D.
Penn State
Correct Answer
D. Penn StateExplanation
Penn State is the correct answer because they joined the Big 10 conference in 1990, becoming the 11th team in the conference. Prior to their addition, the Big 10 had 10 teams. Penn State's inclusion brought the conference to 11 teams, making it the last team to join.Rate this question:
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- 7.
What was the last NFL team Pete Carroll before taking the head coaching job at USC?
- A.
Minnesota Vikings
- B.
New England Patriots
- C.
San Francisco 49ers
- D.
New York Jets
Correct Answer
B. New England PatriotsExplanation
Before taking the head coaching job at USC, Pete Carroll was the head coach of the New England Patriots.Rate this question:
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- 8.
Peyton Manning was never able to beat what team during his career at the University of Tennessee?
- A.
Ole Miss
- B.
Florida
- C.
Georgia
- D.
LSU
Correct Answer
B. FloridaExplanation
During Peyton Manning's career at the University of Tennessee, he was never able to beat the Florida team. Despite his success and numerous achievements, Manning faced difficulties when playing against Florida, and was unable to secure a victory against them.Rate this question:
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- 9.
In the 2008 college football season, what team won their 800th game in school history?
- A.
Notre Dame
- B.
Penn State
- C.
Alabama
- D.
Nebraska
Correct Answer
B. Penn StateExplanation
Penn State won their 800th game in school history during the 2008 college football season. This means that throughout the history of the football program at Penn State, they had accumulated a total of 800 victories by the end of the 2008 season.Rate this question:
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- 10.
What football player for the Army team was known as the "Lonely End"?
- A.
Bill Carpenter
- B.
Doc Blanchard
- C.
Pete Dawkins
- D.
Billy Vann
Correct Answer
A. Bill CarpenterExplanation
Bill Carpenter is the correct answer because he was a football player for the Army team who was known as the "Lonely End".Rate this question:
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- 11.
In 2008, what replaced the 25-second play clock in NCAA football?
- A.
60-Second Clock
- B.
Two-Minute Clock
- C.
40-Second Clock
- D.
10-Second Clock
Correct Answer
C. 40-Second ClockExplanation
In 2008, the 25-second play clock in NCAA football was replaced by the 40-second clock. This change allowed teams more time to prepare and execute their plays, giving them a better chance to strategize and make decisions on the field. The 40-second clock also helped to create a more efficient and organized game flow by providing a consistent amount of time between plays.Rate this question:
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- 12.
Michael Crabtree was the first player selected in the 2009 NFL Draft from which school?
- A.
Texas Tech
- B.
Wisconsin
- C.
Penn State
- D.
Maryland
Correct Answer
A. Texas TechExplanation
Michael Crabtree was indeed the first player selected in the 2009 NFL Draft from Texas Tech. He played college football for the Texas Tech Red Raiders and had an impressive career, which led to him being selected as the first wide receiver in the draft. Crabtree went on to have a successful professional career, playing for multiple teams in the NFL.Rate this question:
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- 13.
Who was the first player drafted in the 2009 NFL Draft from a Big Ten school?
- A.
Leon Hall
- B.
Malcolm Jenkins
- C.
Bernard Pollard
- D.
Aaron Maybin
Correct Answer
D. Aaron MaybinExplanation
Aaron Maybin was the first player drafted in the 2009 NFL Draft from a Big Ten school.Rate this question:
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- 14.
The first wide receiver selected in the 2009 NFL Draft was which surprise pick by Oakland out of Maryland?
- A.
Darrius Heyward-Bey
- B.
Percy Harvin
- C.
Mike Wallace
- D.
Brian Robiskie
Correct Answer
A. Darrius Heyward-BeyExplanation
Darrius Heyward-Bey was the surprise pick by Oakland out of Maryland as the first wide receiver selected in the 2009 NFL Draft. This selection was unexpected because Heyward-Bey was not considered one of the top wide receiver prospects in the draft. However, the Oakland Raiders saw potential in his speed and athleticism, leading them to choose him over other more highly regarded receivers like Percy Harvin, Mike Wallace, and Brian Robiskie.Rate this question:
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- 15.
The Detroit Lions selected quarterback Matthew Stafford from which school in the 2009 NFL Draft?
- A.
USC
- B.
Georgia
- C.
Florida State
- D.
West Virginia
Correct Answer
B. GeorgiaExplanation
Matthew Stafford was selected by the Detroit Lions from Georgia in the 2009 NFL Draft.Rate this question:
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- 16.
Jared Cook was the first and Captain Munnerlyn the last of five 2009 NFL draftees from which school?
- A.
Clemson
- B.
South Carolina
- C.
NC State
- D.
Georgia
Correct Answer
B. South CarolinaExplanation
Jared Cook and Captain Munnerlyn were both drafted in the 2009 NFL draft. The question is asking which school they both attended. The correct answer is South Carolina.Rate this question:
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- 17.
The first tight end selected in the 2009 NFL Draft was which Oklahoma State player who went to the Lions?
- A.
Travis Beckum
- B.
Bear Pascoe
- C.
Davon Drew
- D.
Brandon Pettigrew
Correct Answer
D. Brandon PettigrewExplanation
Brandon Pettigrew was the first tight end selected in the 2009 NFL Draft and he went to the Lions.Rate this question:
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- 18.
Anthony Hill and Andre Brown were the two 2009 NFL Draft picks from which school?
- A.
Minnesota
- B.
Bowling Green
- C.
USC
- D.
NC State
Correct Answer
D. NC StateExplanation
Anthony Hill and Andre Brown were both 2009 NFL Draft picks from NC State.Rate this question:
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- 19.
Which Purdue player was the only one drafted in 2009 ahead of quarterback sixth-round pick Curtis Painter?
- A.
Jim Everett
- B.
Michael Otto
- C.
Matt Light
- D.
Alex Magee
Correct Answer
D. Alex MageeExplanation
Alex Magee was the only Purdue player drafted ahead of Curtis Painter in the sixth round of the 2009 NFL Draft. The question is asking which player was drafted ahead of Painter, and Alex Magee is the correct answer.Rate this question:
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- 20.
The only 2009 draftee out of Tennessee was which first-round pick of the Broncos?
- A.
Hakeem Nicks
- B.
Clay Matthews
- C.
Malcolm Jenkins
- D.
Robert Ayers
Correct Answer
D. Robert AyersExplanation
Robert Ayers is the correct answer because he was the only player drafted in 2009 out of Tennessee who was also a first-round pick of the Broncos. Hakeem Nicks, Clay Matthews, and Malcolm Jenkins were not drafted by the Broncos in 2009.Rate this question:
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- 21.
B. J. Raji and Ron Brace, among the first 40 picks of the 2009 NFL Draft, played for which school?
- A.
Boston College
- B.
Michigan State
- C.
Northern Iowa
- D.
Baylor
Correct Answer
A. Boston CollegeExplanation
B. J. Raji and Ron Brace, both selected in the first 40 picks of the 2009 NFL Draft, played for Boston College.Rate this question:
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- 22.
Which player was the only 2009 NFL Draft pick out of Tulane?
- A.
Troy Kropog
- B.
Alex Mack
- C.
Patrick Ramsey
- D.
Larry English
Correct Answer
A. Troy KropogExplanation
Troy Kropog was the only player out of Tulane who was selected in the 2009 NFL Draft.Rate this question:
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- 23.
Which player was the first from an ACC school to be taken in the 2009 NFL Draft?
- A.
Matthew Stafford
- B.
Aaron Curry
- C.
Ziggy Hood
- D.
Robert Ayers
Correct Answer
B. Aaron CurryExplanation
Aaron Curry was the first player from an ACC school to be taken in the 2009 NFL Draft. This means that he was the first player from any school in the ACC conference to be selected in that particular draft. The other players listed may have been drafted in the same year, but they were not the first from an ACC school to be chosen.Rate this question:
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- 24.
The first school to have two wide receivers drafted in 2009 was which home to Hakeem Nicks and Brandon Tate?
- A.
North Carolina
- B.
Oklahoma
- C.
Penn State
- D.
Boston College
Correct Answer
A. North CarolinaExplanation
In 2009, North Carolina was the first school to have two wide receivers, Hakeem Nicks and Brandon Tate, drafted. This means that both Nicks and Tate were selected by professional football teams from North Carolina's school.Rate this question:
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- 25.
Keenan Lewis and Victor Butler were two of six players taken in the 2009 NFL Draft from what school?
- A.
Penn State
- B.
UTEP
- C.
Oregon State
- D.
Pittsburgh
Correct Answer
C. Oregon StateExplanation
Keenan Lewis and Victor Butler were two of the six players taken in the 2009 NFL Draft from Oregon State. This means that Oregon State had a strong presence in the draft that year, producing multiple talented players who were selected by NFL teams.Rate this question:
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- 26.
Who was the first player to be taken from an SEC school in the 2009 NFL Draft?
- A.
Tyson Jackson
- B.
Matthew Stafford
- C.
Vontae Davis
- D.
Eugene Monroe
Correct Answer
B. Matthew StaffordExplanation
Matthew Stafford was the first player to be taken from an SEC school in the 2009 NFL Draft. This means that he was the first player from a school in the Southeastern Conference (SEC) to be selected by an NFL team in that particular draft.Rate this question:
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- 27.
Which defensive end was the first player taken from Penn State in 2009 when the Bills drafted him 11th overall?
- A.
Brian Orakpo
- B.
Cary Harris
- C.
Jeremy Maclin
- D.
Aaron Maybin
Correct Answer
D. Aaron MaybinExplanation
Aaron Maybin was the first player taken from Penn State in 2009 when the Bills drafted him 11th overall.Rate this question:
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- 28.
Which LSU player was the only one drafted in 2009 ahead of Quinn Johnson?
- A.
Alex Mack
- B.
Demetrius Byrd
- C.
Tyson Jackson
- D.
Michael Oher
Correct Answer
C. Tyson JacksonExplanation
Tyson Jackson was the only LSU player drafted in 2009 ahead of Quinn Johnson. This means that out of all the LSU players eligible for the draft that year, Tyson Jackson was the first one selected before Quinn Johnson. The other players listed (Alex Mack, Demetrius Byrd, and Michael Oher) were not drafted ahead of Quinn Johnson in 2009.Rate this question:
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- 29.
The only West Virginia draftee ahead of Ellis Lankster in 2009 was which quarterback?
- A.
Matthew Stafford
- B.
Josh Freeman
- C.
David Garrard
- D.
Pat White
Correct Answer
D. Pat WhiteExplanation
In 2009, Ellis Lankster was drafted by the West Virginia team. Among the listed quarterbacks, Pat White was the only one who was drafted ahead of him.Rate this question:
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- 30.
Who was the only Florida player chosen in the first three rounds of the 2009 NFL Draft?
- A.
Percy Harvin
- B.
Ziggy Hood
- C.
Eric Wood
- D.
Mark Sanchez
Correct Answer
A. Percy HarvinExplanation
Percy Harvin was the only Florida player chosen in the first three rounds of the 2009 NFL Draft. This means that out of all the players from the University of Florida who were eligible for the draft that year, Harvin was the only one selected in the early rounds. The other players listed, Ziggy Hood, Eric Wood, and Mark Sanchez, were not chosen in the first three rounds.Rate this question:
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