Sports Quiz: Test Your GK! Trivia
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Questions and Answers
- 1.
Which country did F1 legend Ayrton Senna come from?
- A.
Brazil
- B.
Canada
- C.
Mexico
- D.
Spain
Correct Answer
A. BrazilExplanation
Ayrton Senna, the F1 legend, hailed from Brazil. He is widely regarded as one of the greatest drivers in the history of Formula One. Senna's exceptional skills, intense rivalry with Alain Prost, and his tragic death during the 1994 San Marino Grand Prix have cemented his legacy in the sport.Rate this question:
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- 2.
Who won the world cup in 2018?
- A.
Germany
- B.
France
- C.
Italy
- D.
Spain
Correct Answer
B. FranceExplanation
France won the World Cup in 2018.Rate this question:
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- 3.
Which team did Kobe Bryant spend his basketball career with?
- A.
Chicago Bulls
- B.
Golden State Warriors
- C.
LA Lakers
- D.
New York Knicks
Correct Answer
C. LA LakersExplanation
Kobe Bryant spent his basketball career with the LA Lakers.Rate this question:
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- 4.
Which sport involves tucks and pikes?
- A.
Diving
- B.
Golf
- C.
Fencing
- D.
Rowing
Correct Answer
A. DivingExplanation
Diving involves tucks and pikes. In diving, tucks and pikes are different types of body positions used during dives. A tuck is when the diver bends their knees and brings them towards their chest, while a pike is when the diver keeps their legs straight and bends at the waist, reaching towards their toes. These positions are important for executing various dives and achieving different degrees of difficulty and precision in the sport of diving.Rate this question:
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- 5.
Usain Bolt is still the fastest man in the world, running 100m in 9.58 seconds. In which year did he set that record?
- A.
2015
- B.
2013
- C.
2008
- D.
2009
Correct Answer
D. 2009Explanation
In 2009, Usain Bolt set the record for the fastest 100m run in 9.58 seconds.Rate this question:
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- 6.
Where is the next Olympic Games set to take place?
- A.
Buenos Aires
- B.
Toronto
- C.
Sydney
- D.
Tokyo
Correct Answer
D. TokyoExplanation
The next Olympic Games are set to take place in Tokyo.Rate this question:
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- 7.
Who won the 2019 Rugby World Cup?
- A.
England
- B.
New Zealand
- C.
South Africa
- D.
Ireland
Correct Answer
C. South AfricaExplanation
South Africa won the 2019 Rugby World Cup.Rate this question:
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- 8.
Which snooker player is nicknamed The Rocket?
- A.
Ronnie O’Sullivan
- B.
John Higgins
- C.
Stephen Hendry
- D.
Mark Johnson
Correct Answer
A. Ronnie O’SullivanExplanation
Ronnie O'Sullivan is nicknamed The Rocket.Rate this question:
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- 9.
Who has won more tennis grand slam titles?
- A.
Roger Federer
- B.
Novak Djokovic
- C.
Serena Williams
- D.
Rafael Nadal
Correct Answer
C. Serena WilliamsExplanation
Serena Williams has won more tennis grand slam titles compared to the other options. She has a total of 23 grand slam titles, which is the highest number among both male and female players. This makes her the most successful player in terms of grand slam victories.Rate this question:
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- 10.
Who won the US masters in 2019?
- A.
Rory McIlroy
- B.
Tiger Woods
- C.
Shane Lowry
- D.
Paul Casey
Correct Answer
B. Tiger WoodsExplanation
Tiger Woods won the US Masters in 2019.Rate this question:
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- 11.
How many rings does the Olympic symbol contain?
- A.
4
- B.
5
- C.
6
- D.
7
Correct Answer
B. 5Explanation
The Olympic symbol contains 5 rings. Each ring represents one of the five continents: Africa, the Americas, Asia, Europe, and Oceania. The rings are interconnected, symbolizing unity and the coming together of athletes from all over the world to compete in the Olympic Games.Rate this question:
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- 12.
How many points is a bullseye worth in darts?
- A.
25
- B.
50
- C.
75
- D.
100
Correct Answer
B. 50Explanation
A bullseye in darts is worth 50 points. This is because the bullseye is the small inner circle in the center of the dartboard, and hitting it is considered a highly accurate and skillful shot. As a result, it is rewarded with the highest number of points, which is 50.Rate this question:
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- 13.
Who did McGregor defeat in 13 seconds to become only the second ever undisputed UFC Featherweight Champion in history in December 2015?
- A.
Jose Aldo
- B.
Nate Diaz
- C.
Nick Diaz
- D.
Khabib Nurmagomedov
Correct Answer
A. Jose AldoExplanation
McGregor defeated Jose Aldo in 13 seconds to become the second ever undisputed UFC Featherweight Champion in history in December 2015.Rate this question:
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- 14.
How many rings does the Olympic symbol contain?
- A.
5
- B.
6
- C.
7
- D.
8
Correct Answer
A. 5Explanation
The Olympic symbol contains five rings. Each ring represents a different continent: Africa, Asia, Europe, the Americas, Oceania, and two rings for the polar regions. The rings are interlocked to symbolize unity and the coming together of athletes from all over the world to compete in the Olympic Games.Rate this question:
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- 15.
What is the name of the Barcelona football stadium?
- A.
Santiago Bernabéu
- B.
Stamford Bridge
- C.
Benito Villamarín
- D.
Camp Nou
Correct Answer
D. Camp NouExplanation
Camp Nou is the correct answer because it is the name of the Barcelona football stadium. Santiago Bernabéu is the stadium of Real Madrid, Stamford Bridge is the stadium of Chelsea, and Benito Villamarín is the stadium of Real Betis.Rate this question:
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- 16.
How many times has Michael Schumacher been a Formula 1 champion?
- A.
4
- B.
5
- C.
6
- D.
7
Correct Answer
D. 7Explanation
Michael Schumacher has been a Formula 1 champion seven times.Rate this question:
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- 17.
What year did Shane Lowry win the Irish Open?
- A.
2017
- B.
2018
- C.
2019
- D.
2020
Correct Answer
C. 2019Explanation
Shane Lowry won the Irish Open in 2019.Rate this question:
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- 18.
Who are the rivals of Liverpool F.C?
- A.
Chelsea
- B.
Manchester United
- C.
Everton
- D.
Newcastle United
Correct Answer
C. EvertonExplanation
Everton is the correct answer because they are one of the main rivals of Liverpool F.C. Both teams are based in the city of Liverpool and have a long-standing rivalry known as the Merseyside Derby. The matches between Liverpool and Everton are highly competitive and intense, with a strong historical and geographical significance.Rate this question:
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- 19.
In Which Sport Might You See A Double Axel?
- A.
Ice Hockey
- B.
Ice Skating
- C.
Fencing
- D.
Swimming
Correct Answer
B. Ice SkatingExplanation
A double Axel is a figure skating jump where the skater takes off from a forward outside edge and completes two and a half rotations in the air before landing. This jump is commonly performed in ice skating competitions and is not seen in other sports such as ice hockey, fencing, or swimming. Therefore, the correct answer is ice skating.Rate this question:
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- 20.
In which country were the first Olympic Games held?
- A.
Italy
- B.
Greece
- C.
England
- D.
Russia
Correct Answer
B. GreeceExplanation
The first Olympic Games were held in Greece. The ancient Olympic Games were a series of athletic competitions held every four years in Olympia, Greece, from the 8th century BC to the 4th century AD. These games were a significant part of ancient Greek culture and were dedicated to the Greek gods. The modern Olympic Games, which began in 1896, were inspired by the ancient Olympic Games and continue to be held in different countries every four years.Rate this question:
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