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    Who did the San Jose Earthquakes face in the team's first official MLS game?

    • Kansas City Wizards
    • Houston Dynamo
    • Colorado Rapids
    • CD Chivas USA
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  • 2. 

    Which New York Red Bull did MLS fans vote the winner of the 2001 Goal of the Year award?

    • Mike Magee

    • Clint Mathis

    • Danleigh Borman

    • John Wolyniec

    Correct Answer
    A. Clint Mathis
    Explanation
    Clint Mathis was voted the winner of the 2001 Goal of the Year award by MLS fans.

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  • 3. 

    In 2003, which member of the Columbus Crew became MLS' 14th 50-goal scorer?

    • Raul Diaz Arce

    • Carlos Ruiz

    • Jaime Moreno

    • Jeff Cunningham

    Correct Answer
    A. Jeff Cunningham
    Explanation
    Jeff Cunningham became MLS' 14th 50-goal scorer in 2003 while playing for the Columbus Crew.

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  • 4. 

    In which year did Toronto FC, MLS' first team outside of the United States, begin play?

    • 2003

    • 2005

    • 2006

    • 2004

    Correct Answer
    A. 2006
    Explanation
    Toronto FC, MLS' first team outside of the United States, began play in 2006. This marked a significant moment in the history of Major League Soccer as it expanded beyond the borders of the United States for the first time. The establishment of Toronto FC opened up new opportunities for the league to grow and attract international talent, further solidifying its status as a prominent soccer league in North America.

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  • 5. 

    Which city was the original home of the Houston Dynamo?

    • New Orleans, LA

    • San Jose, CA

    • Portland, OR

    • Dallas, TX

    Correct Answer
    A. San Jose, CA
    Explanation
    The original home of the Houston Dynamo was San Jose, CA. This means that the team was originally based in San Jose before relocating to Houston.

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  • 6. 

    Which team was the second MLS franchise to win back-to-back championships?

    • Houston Dynamo

    • Columbus Crew

    • Los Angeles Galaxy

    • Chicago Fire

    Correct Answer
    A. Houston Dynamo
    Explanation
    The Houston Dynamo is the correct answer because they were the second team in Major League Soccer (MLS) to win back-to-back championships. They won the MLS Cup in both 2006 and 2007, following in the footsteps of D.C. United, who achieved this feat in 1996 and 1997. The other teams listed, Columbus Crew, Los Angeles Galaxy, and Chicago Fire, have all won MLS Cups but have not won them in consecutive years.

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  • 7. 

    Whose 2001 roster included the MLS Goalkeeper, Comeback Player, Defender and Coach of the Year?

    • FC Dallas'

    • Kansas City Wizards'

    • Columbus Crew's

    • New York Red Bulls'

    Correct Answer
    A. Kansas City Wizards'
    Explanation
    In 2001, the roster of the Kansas City Wizards included the MLS Goalkeeper, Comeback Player, Defender, and Coach of the Year. This suggests that the team had exceptional talent and success in that year, with standout performances from their goalkeeper, a player who made a successful comeback, a strong defender, and a skilled coach.

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  • 8. 

    Which 16-year old on D.C. United became the youngest MLS player to suit up for a game in 2000?

    • Ray Hudson

    • Bobby Convey

    • Santino Quaranta

    • Richie Williams

    Correct Answer
    A. Bobby Convey
    Explanation
    Bobby Convey became the youngest MLS player to suit up for a game in 2000.

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  • 9. 

    Prior to what season did Major League Soccer hire its first full-time referees?

    • 2005

    • 2007

    • 2008

    • 2001

    Correct Answer
    A. 2008
    Explanation
    Major League Soccer hired its first full-time referees prior to the 2008 season.

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  • 10. 

    The 2006 MLS Rookie of the Year Jonathan Bornstein was a member of which team?

    • CD Chivas USA

    • New England Revolution

    • Kansas City Wizards

    • Los Angeles Galaxy

    Correct Answer
    A. CD Chivas USA
    Explanation
    Jonathan Bornstein, the 2006 MLS Rookie of the Year, was a member of CD Chivas USA.

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  • 11. 

    Who won the MLS MVP award in the 2010 season?

    • Donovan Ricketts

    • David Ferreira

    • Landon Donovan

    • Edson Buddle

    Correct Answer
    A. David Ferreira
    Explanation
    David Ferreira won the MLS MVP award in the 2010 season.

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    Which MLS team was formed in 2004 as the first Mexican-owned pro sports team in the United States?

    • FC Dallas

    • CD Chivas USA

    • Houston Dynamo

    • New York Red Bulls

    Correct Answer
    A. CD Chivas USA
    Explanation
    CD Chivas USA was formed in 2004 as the first Mexican-owned pro sports team in the United States. This team was a part of Major League Soccer (MLS) and aimed to cater to the large Mexican-American population in the United States. However, CD Chivas USA was dissolved in 2014 due to financial and organizational issues.

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  • 13. 

    Which MLS team posted an 8-0-10 2004 season that earned them their first Supporter's Shield?

    • Columbus Crew

    • New England Revolution

    • Tampa Bay Mutiny

    • San Jose Earthquakes

    Correct Answer
    A. Columbus Crew
    Explanation
    The correct answer is Columbus Crew. In the 2004 season, Columbus Crew had a record of 8 wins, 0 losses, and 10 ties, which earned them their first Supporter's Shield. This award is given to the team with the best regular season record in Major League Soccer (MLS). The other options, New England Revolution, Tampa Bay Mutiny, and San Jose Earthquakes, did not achieve the same level of success in that particular season.

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  • 14. 

    Which MLS team used its 2003 Designated Player spot to sign Mexico's Cuauhtemoc Blanco?

    • New York Red Bulls

    • Tampa Bay Mutiny

    • Houston Dynamo

    • Chicago Fire

    Correct Answer
    A. Chicago Fire
    Explanation
    In 2003, the MLS team that used its Designated Player spot to sign Mexico's Cuauhtemoc Blanco was the Chicago Fire.

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  • 15. 

    With which team did Red Bull New York complete a six-player trade in May 2002?

    • San Jose Earthquakes

    • Columbus Crew

    • Chicago Fire

    • New England Revolution

    Correct Answer
    A. New England Revolution
    Explanation
    In May 2002, Red Bull New York completed a six-player trade with the New England Revolution. This suggests that the correct answer is indeed New England Revolution.

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    Which Chicago Fire player scored four goals in a 2002 game against FC Dallas?

    • Hristo Stoitchkov

    • Ante Razov

    • Josh Wolff

    • Justin Mapp

    Correct Answer
    A. Josh Wolff
    Explanation
    Josh Wolff is the correct answer because he scored four goals in a 2002 game against FC Dallas.

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  • 17. 

    Which team did the MLS All-Stars face in the 2008 All-Star exhibition game?

    • Chelsea Football Club

    • MLS World

    • Club Deportivo Guadalajara

    • West Ham United

    Correct Answer
    A. West Ham United
    Explanation
    In the 2008 All-Star exhibition game, the MLS All-Stars faced West Ham United.

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    Which MLS team has mascots including "Jorge the Raccoon", "Edison the Eagle" and "Marco van Bison"?

    • D.C. United

    • Colorado Rapids

    • Toronto FC

    • Houston Dynamo

    Correct Answer
    A. Colorado Rapids
    Explanation
    The correct answer is Colorado Rapids. The Colorado Rapids, a Major League Soccer (MLS) team, have mascots named "Jorge the Raccoon", "Edison the Eagle", and "Marco van Bison". These mascots are part of the team's branding and entertainment during games and events.

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  • 19. 

    Which team played in the MLS Cup finals in 2005, 2006 and 2007?

    • Los Angeles Galaxy

    • Kansas City Wizards

    • Houston Dynamo

    • New England Revolution

    Correct Answer
    A. New England Revolution
    Explanation
    The New England Revolution played in the MLS Cup finals in 2005, 2006, and 2007.

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  • 20. 

    Which midfielder did the Kansas City Wizards take with the #1 pick in the 2008 MLS SuperDraft?

    • Michael Harrington

    • Chance Myers

    • Michael Kraus

    • Scott Sealy

    Correct Answer
    A. Chance Myers
    Explanation
    In the 2008 MLS SuperDraft, the Kansas City Wizards selected Chance Myers as their #1 pick.

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  • 21. 

    Which team took midfielder Ciaran O'Brien with the fifth pick in the 2008 MLS SuperDraft?

    • FC Dallas

    • Kansas City Wizards

    • Colorado Rapids

    • Columbus Crew

    Correct Answer
    A. Colorado Rapids
    Explanation
    In the 2008 MLS SuperDraft, midfielder Ciaran O'Brien was selected by the Colorado Rapids as the fifth pick.

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  • 22. 

    Which LA Galaxy player set a career record for most assists?

    • Cobi Jones

    • David Beckham

    • Bruce Arena

    • Landon Donovan

    Correct Answer
    A. Cobi Jones
    Explanation
    Cobi Jones is the correct answer because he set a career record for the most assists while playing for LA Galaxy.

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