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1.

Who wore number 21 on Baseball's 2004 Los Angeles Dodgers?
- A.
  
  Jose Contreras
- B.
  
  Milton Bradley
- C.
  
  Jason Giambi
- D.
  
  Tim Duncan
Correct Answer
B. Milton Bradley

Explanation
Milton Bradley wore number 21 on Baseball's 2004 Los Angeles Dodgers.

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2.

Who wore #15 on the 2003-04 Toronto Raptors?
- A.
  
  Vlade Divac
- B.
  
  Tim Duncan
- C.
  
  Jason Giambi
- D.
  
  Vince Carter
Correct Answer
D. Vince Carter

Explanation
Vince Carter wore #15 on the 2003-04 Toronto Raptors.

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3.

What athlete wore #8 for the Kansas City Chiefs in 2003?
- A.
  
  Joe Sakic
- B.
  
  Johnny Damon
- C.
  
  Dontrelle Willis
- D.
  
  Morten Andersen
Correct Answer
D. Morten Andersen

Explanation
Morten Andersen is the correct answer because he wore #8 for the Kansas City Chiefs in 2003. Joe Sakic is a professional ice hockey player, Johnny Damon is a baseball player, and Dontrelle Willis is a former baseball pitcher. None of these athletes are associated with the Kansas City Chiefs or wore #8 for the team in 2003.

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4.

What athlete wore #88 for the Green Bay Packers in 2003?
- A.
  
  Bubba Franks
- B.
  
  Carmelo Anthony
- C.
  
  Joe Sakic
- D.
  
  Dontrelle Willis
Correct Answer
A. Bubba Franks

Explanation
Bubba Franks wore #88 for the Green Bay Packers in 2003.

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5.

Who was the host of ESPN's 2004 ESPY Awards?
- A.
  
  Joe Torre
- B.
  
  Jamie Foxx
- C.
  
  Billy Crystal
- D.
  
  John McEnroe
Correct Answer
B. Jamie Foxx

Explanation
Jamie Foxx was the host of ESPN's 2004 ESPY Awards.

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6.

What won the ESPY award for "Best Moment in Sports" in 2003?
- A.
  
  Sampras U.S. Open Win
- B.
  
  LSU's Hail Mary TD
- C.
  
  Bonds Home Run
- D.
  
  Marlins World Series Win
Correct Answer
A. Sampras U.S. Open Win

Explanation
In 2003, the ESPY award for "Best Moment in Sports" was won by Sampras U.S. Open Win. This implies that Pete Sampras' victory in the U.S. Open was considered the most remarkable and memorable sports moment of that year.

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7.

Who won the 2003 ESPY for "Best Coach/Manager"?
- A.
  
  Jon Gruden
- B.
  
  Phil Jackson
- C.
  
  Joe Torre
- D.
  
  Hubie Brown
Correct Answer
A. Jon Gruden

Explanation
Jon Gruden won the 2003 ESPY for "Best Coach/Manager" because he had a successful year as the head coach of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. In 2003, Gruden led the Buccaneers to a Super Bowl victory, defeating the Oakland Raiders. His leadership and coaching abilities were recognized by the ESPY awards, making him the deserving winner in the "Best Coach/Manager" category.

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8.

Who was the first Triple Crown winner to win with any defeats on his record?
- A.
  
  Seattle Slew
- B.
  
  Sir Barton
- C.
  
  Omaha
- D.
  
  Affirmed
Correct Answer
A. Seattle Slew

Explanation
Seattle Slew was the first Triple Crown winner to win with any defeats on his record. This means that Seattle Slew had lost at least one race before winning the Triple Crown. This is a significant achievement because typically, Triple Crown winners have an undefeated record leading up to their victories. Seattle Slew's ability to overcome a defeat and still win the Triple Crown showcases his exceptional talent and resilience as a racehorse.

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9.

Who rode Affirmed to Triple Crown victory?
- A.
  
  Steve Cauthen
- B.
  
  Warren Mehrtens
- C.
  
  Ron Turcotte
- D.
  
  Eddie Arcaro
Correct Answer
A. Steve Cauthen

Explanation
Steve Cauthen rode Affirmed to Triple Crown victory.

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10.

What were the original Miami Dolphin Cheerleader's called?
- A.
  
  Dolphin Gals
- B.
  
  Dolphin Mermaids
- C.
  
  Dolphin Dolls
- D.
  
  Dolphin Swimmies
Correct Answer
C. Dolphin Dolls

Explanation
The original Miami Dolphin Cheerleaders were called Dolphin Dolls.

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11.

Which NFL team defeated the Dolphins 27-0 in the 2000 playoffs?
- A.
  
  Buffalo
- B.
  
  Oakland
- C.
  
  Tampa Bay
- D.
  
  Indianapolis
Correct Answer
B. Oakland

Explanation
In the 2000 playoffs, the Oakland NFL team defeated the Dolphins 27-0.

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12.

Who was the NCAA Tournament MOP for the year of 1995?
- A.
  
  Tyus Edny
- B.
  
  Corliss Williamson
- C.
  
  Ed O'Bannon
- D.
  
  Scotty Thurman
Correct Answer
C. Ed O'Bannon

Explanation
Ed O'Bannon was named the NCAA Tournament MOP for the year of 1995. This means that he was recognized as the Most Outstanding Player of the tournament for that year.

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13.

What number did Eagle Keith Byars wear on his uniform?
- A.
  
  # 56
- B.
  
  # 65
- C.
  
  # 36
- D.
  
  # 41
Correct Answer
D. # 41

Explanation
Eagle Keith Byars wore the number 41 on his uniform.

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14.

What baseball star wears #35 for the Florida Marlins in the 2004 season?
- A.
  
  Vlade Divac
- B.
  
  Jason Giambi
- C.
  
  Vince Carter
- D.
  
  Dontrelle Willis
Correct Answer
D. Dontrelle Willis

Explanation
Dontrelle Willis is the correct answer because he wore #35 for the Florida Marlins in the 2004 season. Vlade Divac, Jason Giambi, and Vince Carter are not baseball players and therefore cannot be the correct answer.

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15.

Which event is basically a high jump on a motorcycle?
- A.
  
  Inline Vert
- B.
  
  Stunt Vert
- C.
  
  Freestyle
- D.
  
  Step Up
Correct Answer
D. Step Up

Explanation
Step Up is an event that involves riders attempting to jump their motorcycles over a high bar. The objective is to clear the bar successfully, similar to the high jump in athletics. This event requires a combination of skill, technique, and courage to perform daring jumps and reach greater heights. Riders must carefully time their approach, control their speed, and execute precise maneuvers to clear the bar successfully. Therefore, Step Up is the event that is basically a high jump on a motorcycle.

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Sports Quiz - 3

Who wore number 21 on Baseball's 2004 Los Angeles Dodgers?

Who wore #15 on the 2003-04 Toronto Raptors?

What athlete wore #8 for the Kansas City Chiefs in 2003?

What athlete wore #88 for the Green Bay Packers in 2003?

Who was the host of ESPN's 2004 ESPY Awards?

What won the ESPY award for "Best Moment in Sports" in 2003?

Who won the 2003 ESPY for "Best Coach/Manager"?

Who was the first Triple Crown winner to win with any defeats on his record?

Who rode Affirmed to Triple Crown victory?

What were the original Miami Dolphin Cheerleader's called?

Which NFL team defeated the Dolphins 27-0 in the 2000 playoffs?

Who was the NCAA Tournament MOP for the year of 1995?

What number did Eagle Keith Byars wear on his uniform?

What baseball star wears #35 for the Florida Marlins in the 2004 season?

Which event is basically a high jump on a motorcycle?