1.
What Carolina Hurricanes center is featured on the cover of "NHL 08"?
Correct Answer
B. Eric Staal
Explanation
Eric Staal is the correct answer because he was the center for the Carolina Hurricanes during the time when "NHL 08" was released. Being featured on the cover of a video game is often a recognition given to popular and successful players, and Staal's performance and popularity at the time made him a suitable choice for the cover.
2.
What song by rock band Bayside is featured on the "NHL 08" soundtrack?
Correct Answer
A. The Walking Wounded
Explanation
"The Walking Wounded" is the correct answer because it is a song by rock band Bayside that is featured on the "NHL 08" soundtrack.
3.
When was EA's "NHL 09" released?
Correct Answer
D. Sep-08
Explanation
"NHL 09" is a video game developed by EA. The correct answer is Sep-08, which stands for September 2008. This indicates that the game was released in September of the year 2008.
4.
What Calgary Flames defenseman was featured on the North American release of "NHL 09"?
Correct Answer
C. Dion pHaneuf
Explanation
Dion Phaneuf was featured on the North American release of "NHL 09" as a Calgary Flames defenseman.
5.
"NHL 09" included an All-Star team, the "Centennial Canadiens", to celebrate what the 100th anniversary of what team?
Correct Answer
A. Montreal Canadiens
Explanation
"NHL 09" included an All-Star team called the "Centennial Canadiens" to celebrate the 100th anniversary of the Montreal Canadiens. This suggests that the team being celebrated is the Montreal Canadiens, as they are the only team mentioned in the question. The other options, New York Islanders, Anaheim Ducks, and Washington Capitals, are not relevant to the question and do not have any connection to a 100th anniversary celebration.
6.
What Chicago Blackhawks right winger was the cover athlete and official spokesman for "NHL 10"?
Correct Answer
A. Patrick Kane
Explanation
Patrick Kane was the cover athlete and official spokesman for "NHL 10" because he was a right winger for the Chicago Blackhawks at the time. He was a highly skilled and popular player in the NHL, making him a suitable choice for the cover and spokesperson role for the video game.
7.
In what form did EA release the "NHL 10" soundtrack?
Correct Answer
C. As An Imix On ITunes
Explanation
EA released the "NHL 10" soundtrack in the form of an Imix on iTunes. This means that the soundtrack was made available for purchase and download on the iTunes platform, allowing users to create their own customized playlists using the songs from the soundtrack. This digital format provided convenience and accessibility for fans of the game to enjoy the music on their preferred devices.
8.
"Good Old Hockey" was the tagline for which of EA's "NHL" games?
Correct Answer
C. NHL 10
Explanation
The tagline "Good Old Hockey" was used for EA's NHL 10 game.
9.
What new feature in "NHL 10" allows players to pick fights after the ref blows the whistle?
Correct Answer
C. Post-Whistle Action
Explanation
Post-Whistle Action is the correct answer because it specifically mentions the new feature in "NHL 10" that allows players to pick fights after the ref blows the whistle. This feature adds an element of realism and intensity to the gameplay, as players can engage in physical altercations even after the play has stopped. It enhances the overall experience for players who enjoy the aggressive and competitive nature of ice hockey.
10.
EA's "NHL 11" celebrates which anniversary of the series?
Correct Answer
C. 20th
Explanation
The correct answer is 20th. The question asks about the anniversary that EA's "NHL 11" celebrates in the series. Since "NHL 11" is a specific game in the series, it can be inferred that it is not the first game in the series. Therefore, options like 5th and 8th can be eliminated. The correct answer is 20th, indicating that "NHL 11" celebrates the 20th anniversary of the series.
11.
What Swiss-born New York Islander appeared on the covers of the Swiss release of "NHL 09", "NHL 10", and "NHL 11"?
Correct Answer
D. Mark Streit
Explanation
Mark Streit is the correct answer because he is a Swiss-born professional ice hockey player who played for the New York Islanders. He appeared on the covers of the Swiss release of "NHL 09", "NHL 10", and "NHL 11".
12.
After its debut in "NHL 2005", what was the "World Cup of Hockey" renamed in "NHL 06" and onward?
Correct Answer
C. EA Sports' World Tournament
Explanation
In "NHL 06" and onward, the "World Cup of Hockey" was renamed as "EA Sports' World Tournament".
13.
Which of EA's "NHL" releases first included the PSP platform?
Correct Answer
B. NHL 07
Explanation
EA's "NHL 07" was the first release in the "NHL" series to include the PSP platform.
14.
In what year did EA release the first "NHL" game, entitled simply "NHL Hockey"?
Correct Answer
A. 1991
Explanation
EA released the first "NHL" game, entitled simply "NHL Hockey," in 1991.
15.
What release of EA's "NHL" was the first for the X360 platform?
Correct Answer
B. NHL 07
Explanation
NHL 07 was the first release of EA's "NHL" game for the X360 platform. This implies that prior to NHL 07, there were no previous versions of the game specifically designed for the X360 platform.