Are You Fan Of Paul Arizin?

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    What move was Paul Arizin famous for in the NBAs infancy?

    • Arc Throw
    • Jump Shot
    • Three Line Shot
    • Rainbow Jump
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Explore your knowledge about Paul Arizin, a legendary NBA player known for pioneering the jump shot. This quiz covers his career highlights, famous moves, and post-retirement activities, perfect for basketball enthusiasts and history buffs.

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  • 2. 

    What team did Paul Arizin play for in 1956 that won the NBA title?

    • Philadelphia Warriors

    • Houston Sonics

    • New Orleans Wizzards

    • New York Nets

    Correct Answer
    A. Philadelphia Warriors
    Explanation
    Paul Arizin played for the Philadelphia Warriors in 1956, which won the NBA title.

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  • 3. 

    What other NBA great went to Paul Arizin's high school 1 year after he graduated?

    • Mitch Snyder

    • Tom Gola

    • Bob Hanley

    • Patrick Unig

    Correct Answer
    A. Tom Gola
    Explanation
    Tom Gola is the correct answer because he attended Paul Arizin's high school one year after Arizin graduated. This suggests that Gola followed in Arizin's footsteps and attended the same school.

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  • 4. 

    After retiring from the NBA, what team did Paul Arizin play for?

    • Washington Warriors

    • New Jersey Jets

    • Richmond Rockets

    • Camden Bullets

    Correct Answer
    A. Camden Bullets
    Explanation
    After retiring from the NBA, Paul Arizin played for the Camden Bullets.

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  • 5. 

    What book published by the Academic Press in '05 includes a reference to Paul Arizin?

    • More Fun In Learning

    • Introductory Statistics

    • Counting Stars

    • Learning To Add

    Correct Answer
    A. Introductory Statistics
    Explanation
    The correct answer is "Introductory Statistics" because it is the only book listed that could potentially include a reference to Paul Arizin. The other options, "More Fun In Learning," "Counting Stars," and "Learning To Add," do not suggest any connection to Paul Arizin or any topic related to him. Therefore, "Introductory Statistics" is the most plausible option.

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  • 6. 

    What biography show included Paul Arizin as himself?

    • ESPN SportsCentury

    • NBA Greats

    • Hallmark Movie Of The Month

    • NBA On The Biography Channel

    Correct Answer
    A. ESPN SportsCentury
    Explanation
    Paul Arizin was included as himself in the biography show ESPN SportsCentury.

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  • 7. 

    What college did Paul Arizin attend?

    • Villanova

    • UCLA

    • Howard

    • Princeton

    Correct Answer
    A. Villanova
    Explanation
    Paul Arizin attended Villanova college.

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  • 8. 

    For how many consecutive seasons did Paul Arizin score 20 or more points a game?

    • 9

    • 3

    • 5

    • 7

    Correct Answer
    A. 9
    Explanation
    Paul Arizin scored 20 or more points a game for a total of 9 consecutive seasons. This means that for 9 seasons in a row, Arizin consistently scored 20 or more points per game. This demonstrates his skill and consistency as a basketball player, as he was able to maintain this level of scoring for such a long period of time.

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  • 9. 

    What branch of the service did Paul Arizin serve in during the early 50's?

    • Air Force

    • Coast Guard

    • Army

    • Marines

    Correct Answer
    A. Marines
    Explanation
    During the early 50's, Paul Arizin served in the Marines.

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  • 10. 

    When Paul Arizin passed away at age 78, how many children did he have?

    • 3

    • 5

    • 7

    • 8

    Correct Answer
    A. 5
    Explanation
    Paul Arizin had 5 children.

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  • 11. 

    Why did Paul Arizin retire from the NBA?

    • Broke His Leg

    • Team Moved To San Francisco

    • Tore A Knee Ligament

    • Was Tired Of Playing

    Correct Answer
    A. Team Moved To San Francisco
    Explanation
    Paul Arizin retired from the NBA because his team moved to San Francisco.

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    What magazine issued May 5, 1978 included an article on Paul Arizin?

    • New York Monitor

    • USA Magazine

    • The Christian Science Monitor

    • Newsweek Today

    Correct Answer
    A. The Christian Science Monitor
    Explanation
    The Christian Science Monitor is the correct answer because it is a well-known magazine that covers a wide range of topics, including sports. Paul Arizin was a famous basketball player who played for the Philadelphia Warriors in the 1950s, so it would make sense for an article about him to be included in a respected magazine like The Christian Science Monitor.

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