The Ultimate Quiz On Sports - 2
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Questions and Answers
- 1.
What sports figure has the nickname of "Grandpa"?
- A.
George Forman
- B.
Larry Holmes
- C.
Roberto Garcia
- D.
Roberto Duran
Correct Answer
C. Roberto GarciaExplanation
Roberto Garcia is not a well-known sports figure and does not have the nickname "Grandpa." George Forman, Larry Holmes, and Roberto Duran are all famous sports figures, but none of them have the nickname "Grandpa." Therefore, the correct answer is Roberto Garcia.Rate this question:
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- 2.
What was the first year of the International Scout?
- A.
1971
- B.
1972
- C.
1961
- D.
1962
Correct Answer
D. 1962Explanation
The correct answer is 1962. This is the first year of the International Scout, which was a popular off-road vehicle produced by International Harvester. It was introduced as a competitor to the Jeep and was known for its versatility and ruggedness. The International Scout quickly gained popularity and became an iconic vehicle in the off-road community.Rate this question:
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- 3.
Which of these players guest-starred on an episode of "Miami Vice" during the 1980's?
- A.
Bernard King & Albert King
- B.
Bill Russell & Bernard King
- C.
Bill Russell & Michael Jordan
- D.
Michael Jordan & Magic Johnson
Correct Answer
B. Bill Russell & Bernard KingExplanation
Bill Russell and Bernard King guest-starred on an episode of "Miami Vice" during the 1980s.Rate this question:
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- 4.
Who did Kabary Salem fight that died in a nationally televised bout?
- A.
Bo James
- B.
Emilio Valdez
- C.
Robby Jones
- D.
Randie Carver
Correct Answer
D. Randie CarverExplanation
Kabary Salem fought Randie Carver in a nationally televised bout, and Carver died as a result of the fight.Rate this question:
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- 5.
How many pairs of Air Jordan's did Nike sell in Michael Jordan's first year?
- A.
2.3 Million
- B.
150 Thousand
- C.
43 Million
- D.
11.5 Million
Correct Answer
A. 2.3 MillionExplanation
Nike sold 2.3 million pairs of Air Jordan's in Michael Jordan's first year. This indicates a high demand for the product, which can be attributed to Michael Jordan's popularity and the innovative design of the Air Jordan sneakers. The large sales volume demonstrates the success of the partnership between Michael Jordan and Nike, as well as the strong brand loyalty and consumer interest in the Air Jordan line.Rate this question:
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- 6.
How many consecutive NCAA titles did UCLA win under John Wooden?
- A.
5
- B.
7
- C.
8
- D.
6
Correct Answer
B. 7Explanation
UCLA won 7 consecutive NCAA titles under John Wooden. This means that they were able to win the championship for 7 years in a row. This is an impressive feat and demonstrates the dominance of UCLA during that time period.Rate this question:
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- 7.
Before 2001, who was the last athlete to beat Marion Jones on the track in the 100 meters?
- A.
Zhanna Tarnopolskaya-Pintussevich
- B.
Chandra Sturrup
- C.
Heike Daute-Dreschler
- D.
Merlene Ottey
Correct Answer
D. Merlene OtteyExplanation
Merlene Ottey is the correct answer because she was the last athlete to beat Marion Jones on the track in the 100 meters before 2001.Rate this question:
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- 8.
Which former 100m and 200m specialist returned from injury in 2000, to win Olympic gold in the 400 meters hurdles?
- A.
Deon Hemmings
- B.
Nezha Bidouane
- C.
Daimi Pernia
- D.
Irina Privolova
Correct Answer
D. Irina PrivolovaExplanation
Irina Privolova is the correct answer because she was a former 100m and 200m specialist who returned from injury in 2000 to win Olympic gold in the 400 meters hurdles. This suggests that she was able to successfully transition from shorter sprints to the longer hurdles event and achieve success at the Olympic level.Rate this question:
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- 9.
Which woman reached the final of the Olympic 200 meters in 5 consecutive Olympic games winning 1 silver and 3 bronze medals?
- A.
Marie Jose Perec
- B.
Merlene Ottey
- C.
Gwen Torrence
- D.
Florence Griffith Joyner
Correct Answer
B. Merlene OtteyExplanation
Merlene Ottey is the correct answer because she reached the final of the Olympic 200 meters in 5 consecutive Olympic games and won 1 silver and 3 bronze medals.Rate this question:
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- 10.
What did AAR stand for on an AAR Cuda?
- A.
Authentic American Racer
- B.
American Automotive Research
- C.
All American Racer
- D.
American Automobile Racers
Correct Answer
C. All American RacerExplanation
The AAR stood for "All American Racer" on an AAR Cuda. This suggests that the AAR Cuda was designed and built by a company or organization called All American Racer.Rate this question:
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- 11.
What two hockey teams had four Stanley Cup wins each during the 80's?
- A.
Canadiens And Oilers
- B.
Islanders And Oilers
- C.
North Stars And Oilers
- D.
Islanders And Canadiens
Correct Answer
B. Islanders And OilersExplanation
During the 80's, the Islanders and the Oilers were the two hockey teams that had four Stanley Cup wins each.Rate this question:
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- 12.
What sport is Luis Aparicio known for?
- A.
Jai Alai
- B.
Horse Racing
- C.
Baseball
- D.
Hockey
Correct Answer
C. BaseballExplanation
Luis Aparicio is known for baseball. This can be inferred from the fact that the other options, Jai Alai, Horse Racing, and Hockey, are not commonly associated with Luis Aparicio.Rate this question:
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- 13.
Who did Riddick Bowe beat to become boxing's Heavyweight Champion?
- A.
Holmes
- B.
Tyson
- C.
Spinks
- D.
Holyfield
Correct Answer
D. HolyfieldExplanation
Riddick Bowe beat Holyfield to become boxing's Heavyweight Champion.Rate this question:
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- 14.
Bill France Sr. is famous for his contributions to which sport?
- A.
Downhill Skiing
- B.
Stock Car Racing
- C.
Skeet Shooting
- D.
Horse Racing
Correct Answer
B. Stock Car RacingExplanation
Bill France Sr. is famous for his contributions to Stock Car Racing. He was the founder and first president of NASCAR (National Association for Stock Car Auto Racing), which is the governing body for stock car racing in the United States. France Sr. played a crucial role in shaping and popularizing the sport, establishing rules and regulations, and building the foundation for its growth and success. His contributions have had a lasting impact on the sport of stock car racing.Rate this question:
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- 15.
Which sports great named Gibson was born first?
- A.
Kirk Gibson
- B.
Bob Gibson
- C.
Althea Gibson
- D.
Josh Gibson
Correct Answer
D. Josh GibsonExplanation
Among the given options, Josh Gibson was born first.Rate this question:
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