London Hearts Xmas Quiz 2012
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Which team did Hearts beat 1-0 on Sat 25 Dec 1875?
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3rd Edinburgh Rifle Volunteers
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Hibernians
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Edinburgh Swifts
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Explore the historical matches of Hearts football club through this engaging quiz. Test your knowledge on key games from as far back as 1875, including notable matches on Christmas Day and player trivia. Perfect for fans of Scottish football history.
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On Xmas Day 1880 Hibernians beat the 'Holmes Zulus' 6-0. From which English City were the 'Holmes Zulus' from?
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Blackburn
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Preston
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Sheffield
Correct Answer
A. SheffieldExplanation
The correct answer is Sheffield. This can be inferred from the fact that the question states that Hibernians beat the 'Holmes Zulus' in a football match. The name 'Holmes Zulus' suggests that the team is likely from Sheffield, as Sheffield was known for its steel industry and had a large population of African and Caribbean immigrants in the late 19th century.Rate this question:
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How much were 'Ladies' charged to attend that game on Xmas Day 1880?
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Nothing - They were free
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Ladies were not allowed to attend
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6d (2.5 pence).
Correct Answer
A. Nothing - They were freeExplanation
The correct answer is that the ladies were not charged anything to attend the game on Christmas Day 1880. They were allowed to attend for free.Rate this question:
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Hearts last played a game on Xmas Day in 1971? What was that match?
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Lost 7-0 to Hibs
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Lost 3-2 to Celtic
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Lost 6-1 to Rangers
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A. Lost 3-2 to Celtic -
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Which of these Hearts Players were born on 25 Dec? Check all that apply.
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Chris Robertson
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John Robertson
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Allan Moore
Correct Answer(s)
A. Chris Robertson
A. Allan MooreExplanation
Chris Robertson and Allan Moore were born on 25 Dec.Rate this question:
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Hearts only had 8 players for the 1st 20 minutes in that game vs Hibernians on Xmas Day 1875
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True
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False
Correct Answer
A. TrueExplanation
In the game against Hibernians on Christmas Day 1875, Hearts only had 8 players for the first 20 minutes. This suggests that either some players were injured or unable to participate, or there was a delay in the arrival of the full team. The fact that the statement is true indicates that Hearts faced a disadvantage in terms of manpower during the initial phase of the game.Rate this question:
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Hearts won 3-2 vs Hibs on Boxing Day 2006. Who scored the winner?
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Paul Hartley
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Edgaras Jankauskas
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Saulius Mikoliunas
Correct Answer
A. Saulius MikoliunasExplanation
Saulius Mikoliunas scored the winning goal for Hearts in their 3-2 victory against Hibs on Boxing Day 2006.Rate this question:
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Hearts won 7-0 vs Arbroath which two players got 'hat-tricks'?
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Donald Park
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Eamonn Bannon
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Willie Gibson
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Drew Busby
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Malcolm Robertson
Correct Answer(s)
A. Willie Gibson
A. Drew BusbyExplanation
Willie Gibson and Drew Busby are the two players who scored hat-tricks in the game.Rate this question:
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Who scored the other goal out of the 7 that day?
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Donald Park
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Eamonn Bannon
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Malcolm Robertson
Correct Answer
A. Malcolm RobertsonExplanation
Malcolm Robertson scored the other goal out of the 7 that day.Rate this question:
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Which 2 Hearts players were born on 31st December?
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Sandy Jardine
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Craig Gordon
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Willie Johnston
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Barney Battles Jnr
Correct Answer(s)
A. Sandy Jardine
A. Craig GordonExplanation
Sandy Jardine and Craig Gordon were both born on 31st December.Rate this question:
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