Olympic Beach Volleyball Game! Trivia Quiz
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Questions and Answers
- 1.
How many people are on a beach volleyball team, a sport added to the 1996 Olympics?
- A.
Two
- B.
Four
- C.
Six
- D.
Five
Correct Answer
A. TwoExplanation
Beach volleyball teams consist of two players. This sport was added to the Olympics in 1996.Rate this question:
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- 2.
U.S. beach volleyball players Jen and April have what rhyming last names?
- A.
Murray And Surrey
- B.
Reams And Dreams
- C.
Klondike And Bondike
- D.
Boss And Ross
Correct Answer
D. Boss And RossExplanation
The correct answer is Boss And Ross. The question asks for the rhyming last names of U.S. beach volleyball players Jen and April. Among the given options, Boss And Ross is the only pair of last names that rhyme with each other.Rate this question:
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- 3.
U.S. beach volleyball player Casey Jennings is from what "entertainment capital"?
- A.
Sacramento
- B.
Las Vegas
- C.
Orlando
- D.
Des Moines
Correct Answer
B. Las VegasExplanation
Casey Jennings, the U.S. beach volleyball player, is from Las Vegas, which is known as the "entertainment capital." Las Vegas is renowned for its vibrant nightlife, casinos, and entertainment shows, making it a fitting place for an athlete who thrives in an energetic and lively environment.Rate this question:
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- 4.
Who was head coach of the 2004 USA Women's National Volleyball Team?
- A.
Mary Lou Retton
- B.
"Jenny" Lang Ping
- C.
Doug Beal
- D.
Bill Neville
Correct Answer
B. "Jenny" Lang PingExplanation
"Jenny" Lang Ping was the head coach of the 2004 USA Women's National Volleyball Team.Rate this question:
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- 5.
In 2008, what beach volleyball veteran competed in his fourth Olympic Games?
- A.
Dennis Blanton
- B.
Scott Hamill
- C.
Jeff Nygaard
- D.
Michael Jones
Correct Answer
C. Jeff NygaardExplanation
Jeff Nygaard is the correct answer because he is the only option listed who is a beach volleyball veteran and has competed in four Olympic Games. The other options, Dennis Blanton, Scott Hamill, and Michael Jones, do not have the same level of experience or Olympic Games participation as Jeff Nygaard.Rate this question:
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- 6.
Holly McPeak says her favorite beach volleyball court is what California beach?
- A.
Redondo Beach
- B.
Manhattan Beach
- C.
Long Beach
- D.
Malibu Beach
Correct Answer
B. Manhattan BeachExplanation
Holly McPeak's favorite beach volleyball court is Manhattan Beach.Rate this question:
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- 7.
Donald Suxho is usually seen doing what on the beach volleyball court?
- A.
Doing Kung Fu
- B.
Building S, Castles
- C.
Chewing Trident Gum
- D.
Meditating
Correct Answer
C. Chewing Trident GumExplanation
Donald Suxho is usually seen chewing Trident Gum on the beach volleyball court. This suggests that he enjoys chewing gum while playing beach volleyball.Rate this question:
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- 8.
Dain Blanton won men's volleyball gold at the Sydney Olympics with what partner?
- A.
Jeff Nygaard
- B.
Scott Strange
- C.
Donald Suxho
- D.
Eric Fonoimoana
Correct Answer
D. Eric FonoimoanaExplanation
Dain Blanton won men's volleyball gold at the Sydney Olympics with Eric Fonoimoana.Rate this question:
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- 9.
What car did Dain Blanton buy with his beach volleyball winnings?
- A.
Porsche 911 Carrera
- B.
Ford Taurus
- C.
Mustang Convertible
- D.
Mazda 6
Correct Answer
A. Porsche 911 CarreraExplanation
Dain Blanton bought a Porsche 911 Carrera with his beach volleyball winnings.Rate this question:
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- 10.
Volleyball star Misty May's cousin, Taylor Dent, competed in what Olympic sport?
- A.
Tennis
- B.
Track
- C.
Ice Hockey
- D.
Gymnastics
Correct Answer
A. TennisExplanation
Misty May's cousin, Taylor Dent, competed in the Olympic sport of tennis.Rate this question:
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- 11.
Beach volleyball star Holly McPeak likes playing in Brazil since she speaks what?
- A.
Portuguese
- B.
Spanish
- C.
French
- D.
Japanese
Correct Answer
A. PortugueseExplanation
Holly McPeak, a beach volleyball star, enjoys playing in Brazil because she speaks Portuguese. This suggests that Portuguese is the primary language spoken in Brazil, and McPeak's ability to communicate in the local language likely enhances her experience while playing there.Rate this question:
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- 12.
What medal did Nicole Branagh and Elaine Youngs earn at the 2008 SWATCH FIVB World Tour?
- A.
Silver
- B.
None
- C.
Gold
- D.
Bronze
Correct Answer
D. BronzeExplanation
Nicole Branagh and Elaine Youngs earned the bronze medal at the 2008 SWATCH FIVB World Tour.Rate this question:
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- 13.
Nicole Branagh and Elaine Youngs beat what Brazilian first names at the 2008 SWATCH FIVB World Tour?
- A.
Carolina And Sancho
- B.
Rosetta And Rogers
- C.
Boss And Ross
- D.
Juliana And Larissa
Correct Answer
D. Juliana And LarissaExplanation
Nicole Branagh and Elaine Youngs beat Juliana and Larissa at the 2008 SWATCH FIVB World Tour.Rate this question:
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- 14.
Which country last appeared in the Olympic men's volleyball tournament in 1972?
- A.
Canada
- B.
Belgium
- C.
Germany
- D.
Japan
Correct Answer
C. GermanyExplanation
Germany is the correct answer because it last appeared in the Olympic men's volleyball tournament in 1972. This means that Germany has not participated in the tournament since then.Rate this question:
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- 15.
What African country fielded a men's volleyball team that qualified for the 2008 Olympics?
- A.
Nairobi
- B.
Egypt
- C.
Kenya
- D.
Ivory Coast
Correct Answer
B. EgyptExplanation
Egypt is the correct answer because it is an African country that fielded a men's volleyball team that qualified for the 2008 Olympics. Nairobi is not a country, but the capital city of Kenya. Kenya is also an African country, but it did not qualify for the 2008 Olympics in men's volleyball. Ivory Coast is another African country, but it also did not qualify for the 2008 Olympics in men's volleyball.Rate this question:
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- 16.
What complaint did Kerri Walsh have about playing beach volleyball in China?
- A.
Have To Wear Shoes
- B.
It's Very Loud
- C.
Black Sand
- D.
Nets Are Higher
Correct Answer
B. It's Very LoudExplanation
Kerri Walsh had a complaint about playing beach volleyball in China because it was very loud.Rate this question:
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- 17.
Which of these beach volleyball players is taller: Jake Gibb or Sean Rosenthal?
- A.
Jake Gibb
- B.
Sean Rosenthal
- C.
Same Height
- D.
Varies Daily
Correct Answer
A. Jake GibbExplanation
Jake Gibb is the taller beach volleyball player compared to Sean Rosenthal.Rate this question:
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- 18.
U.S. Olympic beach volleyball player Jake Gibb is from what mountainous state?
- A.
Colorado
- B.
West Virginia
- C.
Vermont
- D.
Utah
Correct Answer
D. UtahExplanation
Jake Gibb, the U.S. Olympic beach volleyball player, is from Utah. Utah is known for its mountainous landscape, with the Rocky Mountains running through the state. This makes it a suitable location for outdoor activities such as beach volleyball.Rate this question:
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- 19.
What U.S. beach volleyball star is known as "The Human 'On' Switch"?
- A.
Chris McGee
- B.
Phil Dalhausser
- C.
Sean Rosenthal
- D.
Todd Rogers
Correct Answer
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- 20.
Jenny Lang Ping missed a 2004 Volleyball Convention after losing what in China?
- A.
Her Green Card
- B.
A Match Against Russia
- C.
Her American Express Card
- D.
Her Wedding Ring
Correct Answer
A. Her Green CardExplanation
Jenny Lang Ping missed a 2004 Volleyball Convention after losing her Green Card in China.Rate this question:
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- 21.
Beach volleyball player Misty May tore what muscles in 2000?
- A.
Abdominal
- B.
Thigh
- C.
Arm
- D.
Jaw
Correct Answer
A. AbdominalExplanation
In 2000, Misty May, the beach volleyball player, tore her abdominal muscles. This type of injury is common in athletes who engage in activities that require quick and forceful movements, such as jumping and twisting. Tearing the abdominal muscles can cause severe pain and limit the player's ability to perform at their best. It is crucial for athletes like Misty May to undergo proper rehabilitation and rest to recover from this type of injury.Rate this question:
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- 22.
Misty May and Kerri Walsh finished 2003 with what world beach-volleyball ranking?
- A.
10th
- B.
1st
- C.
2nd
- D.
8th
Correct Answer
C. 2ndExplanation
Misty May and Kerri Walsh finished 2003 with the world beach-volleyball ranking of 2nd. This means that they were the second-best team in the world in beach-volleyball for that year.Rate this question:
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- 23.
What U.S. team was the first to title at the FIVB Beach Volleyball World Championships?
- A.
May And McPeak
- B.
May And Walsh
- C.
Christopher And McGuffy
- D.
Blanton And Nygaard
Correct Answer
B. May And WalshExplanation
May and Walsh were the first U.S. team to win the title at the FIVB Beach Volleyball World Championships. This means that they were the first American team to achieve this feat in the history of the championship.Rate this question:
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- 24.
Sean Rosenthal's beach volleyball cheering section goes by what name?
- A.
Sean's Slammers
- B.
Sean's Spikers
- C.
Rosie's Raiders
- D.
Rose Up
Correct Answer
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