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1.

What wide receiver did the San Francisco 49ers trade for during the 2014 NFL Draft?
- A.
  
  Stevie Johnson
- B.
  
  Larry Fitzgerald
- C.
  
  Dez Bryant
- D.
  
  Calvin Johnson
Correct Answer
A. Stevie Johnson

Explanation
The San Francisco 49ers traded for Stevie Johnson during the 2014 NFL Draft.

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2.

Who returned punts for the San Francisco 49ers in 2010-11?
- A.
  
  Ted Ginn, Jr.
- B.
  
  Michael Crabtree
- C.
  
  Darren McFadden
- D.
  
  Deion Sanders
Correct Answer
A. Ted Ginn, Jr.

Explanation
Ted Ginn, Jr. returned punts for the San Francisco 49ers in 2010-11. This is evident from the fact that his name is listed as one of the options and there is no information provided about any other player returning punts during that time period. Therefore, Ted Ginn, Jr. is the correct answer.

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3.

The San Francisco 49ers play in what professional sports league?
- A.
  
  NHL
- B.
  
  NFL
- C.
  
  MLB
- D.
  
  NBA
Correct Answer
B. NFL

Explanation
The San Francisco 49ers play in the NFL, which stands for National Football League. This league is the highest level of professional American football in the United States. The 49ers are a well-known team in the NFL and have a successful history, including multiple Super Bowl championships.

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4.

What safety from USC did the San Francisco 49ers select in the 2nd round of the NFL Draft?
- A.
  
  Taylor Mays
- B.
  
  Earl Thomas
- C.
  
  Ed Reed
- D.
  
  Ronnie Lott
Correct Answer
A. Taylor Mays

Explanation
The San Francisco 49ers selected Taylor Mays as their safety in the 2nd round of the NFL Draft.

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5.

Which San Francisco 49er head coach was fired prior to the end of the 2010-2011 season?
- A.
  
  Mike Nolan
- B.
  
  Jim Harbaugh
- C.
  
  Mike Singletary
- D.
  
  Marv Levy
Correct Answer
C. Mike Singletary

Explanation
Mike Singletary was fired prior to the end of the 2010-2011 season as the head coach of the San Francisco 49ers. This decision was made due to the team's poor performance and lack of success under Singletary's leadership. The 49ers had a record of 5-10 when Singletary was fired, which ultimately led to his dismissal.

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6.

Who won the NFC West in 2011-12?
- A.
  
  Arizona Cardinals
- B.
  
  Seattle Seahawks
- C.
  
  St. Louis Rams
- D.
  
  San Francisco 49ers
Correct Answer
D. San Francisco 49ers

Explanation
The San Francisco 49ers won the NFC West in 2011-12. This can be inferred from the given options as the other three teams listed (Arizona Cardinals, Seattle Seahawks, and St. Louis Rams) did not win the division during that time period.

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7.

What color are the San Francisco 49ers home jerseys?
- A.
  
  Scarlet
- B.
  
  Black
- C.
  
  White
- D.
  
  Gold
Correct Answer
A. Scarlet

Explanation
The San Francisco 49ers home jerseys are scarlet in color. This is a well-known fact as scarlet has been the primary color of their jerseys for many years. It is a distinctive and recognizable color that has become synonymous with the team.

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8.

What QB left the San Francisco 49ers in 2011 to join the Omaha Nighthawks?
- A.
  
  Scott Tolzien
- B.
  
  Alex Smith
- C.
  
  Colt McCoy
- D.
  
  Troy Smith
Correct Answer
D. Troy Smith

Explanation
Troy Smith is the correct answer because he left the San Francisco 49ers in 2011 to join the Omaha Nighthawks.

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9.

Where did Colin Kaepernick play college ball?
- A.
  
  University of Nevada
- B.
  
  University of Nebraska
- C.
  
  Harvard
- D.
  
  Florida State
Correct Answer
A. University of Nevada

Explanation
Colin Kaepernick played college football at the University of Nevada.

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10.

Colin Kaepernick excelled in what other sport besides football in high school?
- A.
  
  Lacrosse
- B.
  
  Golf
- C.
  
  Baseball
- D.
  
  Wrestling
Correct Answer
C. Baseball

Explanation
Colin Kaepernick excelled in baseball besides football in high school. This suggests that he had exceptional skills and abilities in both sports during his high school years.

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11.

At what stadium did Colin Kaepernick get his first NFL start?
- A.
  
  Superdome
- B.
  
  Candlestick Park
- C.
  
  Arrowhead Stadium
- D.
  
  Gillette Stadium
Correct Answer
B. Candlestick Park

Explanation
Colin Kaepernick got his first NFL start at Candlestick Park.

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12.

What is Kaepernick's signature touchdown celebration called?
- A.
  
  Trapper Kaepering
- B.
  
  Gold Rushing
- C.
  
  Kaepernicking
- D.
  
  Colinzing
Correct Answer
C. Kaepernicking

Explanation
Kaepernick's signature touchdown celebration is called "Kaepernicking". This term originated from Colin Kaepernick, a former NFL quarterback, who popularized the celebration by kissing his bicep after scoring a touchdown. The term "Kaepernicking" became widely recognized and associated with his unique celebration style.

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13.

How tall is quarterback Colin Kaepernick?
- A.
  
  6' 4"
- B.
  
  6' 0"
- C.
  
  6' 1"
- D.
  
  6' 7"
Correct Answer
A. 6' 4"

Explanation
Colin Kaepernick is 6' 4" tall.

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14.

Right after playing for the 49ers for who did Ronnie Lott play NFL football?
- A.
  
  Los Angeles Raiders,
- B.
  
  Atlanta Falcons
- C.
  
  Dallas Cowboys
- D.
  
  Miami Dolphins
Correct Answer
A. Los Angeles Raiders,

Explanation
After playing for the 49ers, Ronnie Lott went on to play NFL football for the Los Angeles Raiders.

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15.

Which NFL player joined the 49ers first?
- A.
  
  Trent Dilfer
- B.
  
  Ronnie Lott
- C.
  
  Jerry Rice
- D.
  
  Nate Clements
Correct Answer
B. Ronnie Lott

Explanation
Ronnie Lott joined the 49ers first because he was a part of the team from 1981 to 1990, while Trent Dilfer joined in 2006, Jerry Rice in 1985, and Nate Clements in 2007. Therefore, Ronnie Lott has the earliest tenure with the 49ers among the given options.

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Can You Pass NFL - San Francisco 49ers Quiz?

What wide receiver did the San Francisco 49ers trade for during the 2014 NFL Draft?

Who returned punts for the San Francisco 49ers in 2010-11?

The San Francisco 49ers play in what professional sports league?

What safety from USC did the San Francisco 49ers select in the 2nd round of the NFL Draft?

Which San Francisco 49er head coach was fired prior to the end of the 2010-2011 season?

Who won the NFC West in 2011-12?

What color are the San Francisco 49ers home jerseys?

What QB left the San Francisco 49ers in 2011 to join the Omaha Nighthawks?

Where did Colin Kaepernick play college ball?

Colin Kaepernick excelled in what other sport besides football in high school?

At what stadium did Colin Kaepernick get his first NFL start?

What is Kaepernick's signature touchdown celebration called?

How tall is quarterback Colin Kaepernick?

Right after playing for the 49ers for who did Ronnie Lott play NFL football?

Which NFL player joined the 49ers first?