1.
With 1,049 in 2001, who was the first Oregon back with 1,000 running yards in consecutive seasons?
Correct Answer
B. Maurice Morris
Explanation
Maurice Morris was the first Oregon back to have 1,000 running yards in consecutive seasons. This means that in both the 2000 and 2001 seasons, Morris achieved the milestone of rushing for at least 1,000 yards. This accomplishment highlights his consistency and skill as a running back for the Oregon team.
2.
After he was Oregon's quarterback to start the 1999 season, who was Joey Harrington's backup in 2000?
Correct Answer
C. A.J. Feeley
Explanation
In 2000, Joey Harrington's backup at Oregon was A.J. Feeley.
3.
Oregon beat what #12-ranked team in a 35-30 shootout in the 2000 Holiday Bowl?
Correct Answer
C. Texas Longhorns
Explanation
In the 2000 Holiday Bowl, Oregon defeated the #12-ranked team in a high-scoring game, with a final score of 35-30. The correct answer is Texas Longhorns.
4.
Oregon's 10-2 season in 2000 was their first 10-win season since what year?
Correct Answer
D. First In History
Explanation
The question asks for the year of Oregon's first 10-win season since a certain year. However, the answer "First In History" implies that the 10-2 season in 2000 was the first 10-win season in the history of the Oregon football program. This means that there was no previous 10-win season before that year.
5.
What was the last play of the game in Oregon's 56-55 thrilling victory over Arizona State in 2000?
Correct Answer
D. Failed 2-Point Conversion
Explanation
In Oregon's 56-55 victory over Arizona State in 2000, the last play of the game was a failed 2-point conversion. This means that Oregon attempted to score 2 additional points after scoring a touchdown, but was unsuccessful. The failed conversion would have given Oregon a larger lead over Arizona State, but ultimately did not affect the outcome of the game as they still won by a single point.
6.
Whose 70-yard punt return TD sparked Oregon to 17-14 over Oregon State in 2001 and the Pac-10 title?
Correct Answer
D. Keenan Howry's
Explanation
Keenan Howry's 70-yard punt return touchdown sparked Oregon to a 17-14 victory over Oregon State in 2001 and secured the Pac-10 title. Howry's impressive play not only gave Oregon the lead but also provided a momentum shift in the game, ultimately leading to their victory.
7.
In 2002, what Oregon Duck was the First-Team All-Pac-10 punt returner for the second year in a row?
Correct Answer
B. Keenan Howry
Explanation
Keenan Howry is the correct answer because he was the first-team All-Pac-10 punt returner for the second year in a row in 2002. This means that he was recognized as the best punt returner in the Pac-10 conference for two consecutive years.
8.
What Oregon running back was First-Team All-Pac-10 in 2002 but played in only five of eight conference games?
Correct Answer
A. Onterrio Smith
Explanation
Onterrio Smith is the correct answer because he was named First-Team All-Pac-10 in 2002. Despite this achievement, he only played in five out of the eight conference games.
9.
In 2004, who became Oregon's first Pac-10 Offensive Lineman of the Year since 1983's Gary Zimmerman?
Correct Answer
C. Adam Snyder
Explanation
Adam Snyder became Oregon's first Pac-10 Offensive Lineman of the Year since 1983's Gary Zimmerman.
10.
In 2004, what Oregon Duck returned an interception for a TD and also had a 73-yard punt return TD?
Correct Answer
B. Justin pHinisee
Explanation
Justin Phinisee is the correct answer because he is the Oregon Duck who returned an interception for a touchdown and also had a 73-yard punt return touchdown in 2004.
11.
Dante Rosario played what Oregon position in 2004 between halfback in 2003 and tight end in 2005?
Correct Answer
D. Fullback
Explanation
In 2004, Dante Rosario played the position of Fullback for Oregon. This can be inferred from the information given in the question, where it states that he played halfback in 2003 and tight end in 2005. Therefore, the logical progression would be for him to have played as a Fullback in the year between those two positions.
12.
Joey Harrington threw for 434 yards and how many TDs as Oregon edged Arizona State 56-55 in 2000?
Correct Answer
A. Six
Explanation
In the game between Oregon and Arizona State in 2000, Joey Harrington threw for 434 yards. The question asks how many touchdowns he threw in that game. The correct answer is Six. This means that Harrington had an impressive performance, throwing for a high number of yards and scoring six touchdowns, contributing significantly to Oregon's narrow victory over Arizona State with a score of 56-55.
13.
What Oregon offensive lineman started 51 straight games and was 2008 All-Pac-10 for the fourth time?
Correct Answer
D. Max Unger
Explanation
Max Unger is the correct answer because he started 51 consecutive games as an offensive lineman for the Oregon Ducks and was named All-Pac-10 for the fourth time in 2008. This demonstrates his consistent performance and skill throughout his college football career.
14.
Oregon crushed Oregon State by what score in the 2008 "Civil War" to deny them a Rose Bowl berth?
Correct Answer
B. 65-38
Explanation
In the 2008 "Civil War" between Oregon and Oregon State, Oregon emerged victorious with a score of 65-38. This crushing defeat denied Oregon State a chance to secure a Rose Bowl berth.
15.
In 2008, Jeremiah Masoli's 718 yards broke Oregon's quarterback rushing record that was set in what year?
Correct Answer
B. 1979
Explanation
Jeremiah Masoli broke Oregon's quarterback rushing record in 2008, surpassing the previous record set in 1979.