Ultimate Quiz On Indiana Hoosiers Football! Trivia

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    In the 1990 season, one Indiana Hoosier made how many field goals to lead his team in field goals made?

    • 7 Field Goals
    • 3 Field Goals
    • 13 Field Goals
    • 4 Field Goals
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Explore the history and notable moments of the Indiana Hoosiers football team with this trivia quiz. Test your knowledge on key games, records, and player achievements to deepen your understanding of this iconic team.

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  • 2. 

    On November 15, 1997, an Indiana Hoosier set the team record for single-game field goals at what total?

    • 19 Field Goals

    • 4 Field Goals

    • 9 Field Goals

    • 22 Field Goals

    Correct Answer
    A. 4 Field Goals
    Explanation
    On November 15, 1997, an Indiana Hoosier set the team record for single-game field goals at 4. This means that the player successfully made 4 field goals in a single game, which is the highest number of field goals made by a player in a game in the team's history.

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  • 3. 

    On September 15, 1922, how many fans showed up to watch the Indiana Hoosiers practice?

    • 200 Fans

    • 500 Fans

    • 5,000 Fans

    • 2,500 Fans

    Correct Answer
    A. 2,500 Fans
    Explanation
    On September 15, 1922, 2,500 fans showed up to watch the Indiana Hoosiers practice. This indicates that there was significant interest and support for the team, as a large number of fans attended the practice session.

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  • 4. 

    When the Hoosiers defeated Michigan on October 25, 1987, how long had it been since the last time they had beaten them?

    • 2 Seasons

    • 6 months

    • 100 Years

    • 20 Years

    Correct Answer
    A. 20 Years
    Explanation
    The correct answer is 20 Years. This means that the Hoosiers had not defeated Michigan in a game for a period of 20 years prior to their victory on October 25, 1987.

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  • 5. 

    What was the name of the game that the Indiana Hoosiers played in on August 18, 2007?

    • Warm Up Scrimmage

    • Summer Scrimmage

    • Fan Appreciation Scrimmage

    • Fan Day Scrimmage

    Correct Answer
    A. Fan Day Scrimmage
    Explanation
    The correct answer is Fan Day Scrimmage. This is because the question asks for the name of the game that the Indiana Hoosiers played on August 18, 2007. Among the given options, Fan Day Scrimmage is the only one that matches the description. The other options, Warm Up Scrimmage, Summer Scrimmage, and Fan Appreciation Scrimmage, do not specify the date of the game and therefore cannot be considered the correct answer.

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  • 6. 

    How badly were the Indiana Hoosiers beaten in the Memorial Stadium dedication game of 1960?

    • They Won The Game

    • Apr-00

    • 35-0

    • Feb-00

    Correct Answer
    A. 35-0
    Explanation
    The Indiana Hoosiers were beaten badly in the Memorial Stadium dedication game of 1960 with a score of 35-0.

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  • 7. 

    The Indiana Hoosiers leader for most sacks by a player in the 1997 season had how many?

    • 4 Sacks

    • 1 Sack

    • 10 Sacks

    • 19 Sacks

    Correct Answer
    A. 10 Sacks
    Explanation
    In the 1997 season, the Indiana Hoosiers leader had 10 sacks. This means that the player who led the team in sacks recorded a total of 10 sacks throughout the season.

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  • 8. 

    At what number was the 1953 season single-Hoosier record for total rushing yards set?

    • 775 Yards

    • 264 Yards

    • 76 Yards

    • 598 Yards

    Correct Answer
    A. 264 Yards
    Explanation
    In the 1953 season, the single-Hoosier record for total rushing yards was set at 264 yards.

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  • 9. 

    In 1986, how many penalties did the Hoosiers receive to set the team record for most penalties incurred in a single season?

    • 36 Penalties

    • 213 Penalties

    • 45 Penalties

    • 83 Penalties

    Correct Answer
    A. 83 Penalties
    Explanation
    The correct answer is 83 Penalties. This means that in 1986, the Hoosiers received a total of 83 penalties, setting a team record for the most penalties incurred in a single season.

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  • 10. 

    In what year did construction begin on the Indiana Hoosiers' new Memorial Stadium?

    • 1969

    • 1912

    • 1958

    • 1994

    Correct Answer
    A. 1958
    Explanation
    Construction began on the Indiana Hoosiers' new Memorial Stadium in 1958.

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  • 11. 

    How many points did the Indiana Hoosiers score in their first franchise game?

    • 12

    • 3

    • 20

    • 8

    Correct Answer
    A. 8
    Explanation
    The given question asks about the number of points scored by the Indiana Hoosiers in their first franchise game. The correct answer is 8.

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  • 12. 

    By what margin did the Indiana Hoosiers lose their most anticipated game of the 1893 season?

    • 64-48

    • 64-0

    • Feb-00

    • Jun-00

    Correct Answer
    A. 64-0
    Explanation
    The Indiana Hoosiers lost their most anticipated game of the 1893 season by a margin of 64-0. This means that their opponents scored 64 points while the Hoosiers failed to score any points themselves. It was a significant loss for the team, as they were completely shut out by their opponents.

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  • 13. 

    In which of the following seasons did the Indiana Hoosiers only score 3 touchdowns total?

    • 1922, 1933, and 1938 Seasons

    • 2000, 2001, and 2002 seasons

    • 1998, 1985, and 2001 Seasons

    • 1955, 1956, and 1996 Seasons

    Correct Answer
    A. 1922, 1933, and 1938 Seasons
  • 14. 

    On October 3, 1998, how many yards did an Indiana Hoosier run to return a kickoff for a touchdown?

    • 75 Yards

    • 85 Yards

    • 90 Yards

    • 100 Yards

    Correct Answer
    A. 100 Yards
    Explanation
    The Indiana Hoosier ran 100 yards to return a kickoff for a touchdown on October 3, 1998.

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  • 15. 

    What Division 1A team did the Indiana Hoosiers defeat in their homecoming game of 1987?

    • Michigan State

    • UCONN

    • Kansas

    • Ohio State

    Correct Answer
    A. Michigan State
    Explanation
    In the homecoming game of 1987, the Indiana Hoosiers defeated Michigan State.

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  • 16. 

    One 1970 player scored how many field goals to lead the Indiana Hoosiers for the season?

    • 39 Field Goals

    • 3 Field Goals

    • 9 Field Goals

    • 15 Field Goals

    Correct Answer
    A. 3 Field Goals
    Explanation
    The player scored only 3 field goals to lead the Indiana Hoosiers for the season. This indicates that the player had a relatively low number of field goals compared to the other options provided.

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  • 17. 

    What did Indiana Hoosiers football players and fans mourn the loss of in June of 2007?

    • Their Training Facility

    • Their Official Stadium

    • Their 2006 Head Coach

    • Their Local Funding

    Correct Answer
    A. Their 2006 Head Coach
    Explanation
    In June of 2007, Indiana Hoosiers football players and fans mourned the loss of their 2006 Head Coach. This suggests that the head coach had either passed away or left the team, causing a sense of loss and sadness among the players and fans. The question implies that the loss of the head coach was significant enough to be mourned, indicating that the coach may have had a positive impact on the team and was highly regarded by the players and fans.

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  • 18. 

    The all-time win record for an Indiana Hoosiers head coach was set in 1995 at what number?

    • 64 Wins

    • 22 Wins

    • 110 Wins

    • 50 Wins

    Correct Answer
    A. 64 Wins
    Explanation
    In 1995, the Indiana Hoosiers head coach set the all-time win record at 64 wins. This means that no other head coach in the history of the Indiana Hoosiers has surpassed this number of wins.

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  • 19. 

    What was the Indiana Hoosiers' total win-loss record for their 1895 season, their first season with a schedule?

    • 12 Wins, 0 Losses

    • 2 Wins, 2 Losses

    • 4 Wins, 3 Losses

    • 1 Win, 11 Losses

    Correct Answer
    A. 4 Wins, 3 Losses
    Explanation
    In their first season with a schedule in 1895, the Indiana Hoosiers had a total win-loss record of 4 wins and 3 losses.

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  • 20. 

    What stadium was built for the Indiana Hoosiers in 1922?

    • Park Place

    • James Stadium

    • Hoosiers Stadium

    • Memorial Stadium

    Correct Answer
    A. Memorial Stadium
    Explanation
    Memorial Stadium was built for the Indiana Hoosiers in 1922.

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  • 21. 

    On September 13, 1997, the Hoosiers' single-game mark for passing yards was set at what figure?

    • 408 Yards

    • 608 Yards

    • 1,037 Yards

    • 308 Yards

    Correct Answer
    A. 408 Yards
    Explanation
    On September 13, 1997, the Hoosiers set a single-game record for passing yards at 408 yards. This means that during that specific game, the Hoosiers' quarterback threw for a total of 408 yards, which is the highest amount of passing yards achieved in a single game in the team's history.

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  • 22. 

    On which day did an Indiana Hoosier set an individual Division 1A record for career touchdowns?

    • 30607

    • 29493

    • 19378

    • 32816

    Correct Answer
    A. 32816
  • 23. 

    Made on October 28, 1989, what is the longest field goal ever made by an Indiana Hoosier?

    • 55 Yards

    • 50 Yards

    • 33 Yards

    • 74 Yards

    Correct Answer
    A. 55 Yards
    Explanation
    The longest field goal ever made by an Indiana Hoosier is 55 yards.

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  • 24. 

    What does the word "Hoosier" mean?

    • House

    • A Type Of Bull

    • Light Calvary Horseman

    • Hose

    Correct Answer
    A. Light Calvary Horseman
    Explanation
    The word "Hoosier" refers to a light cavalry horseman. The term is commonly used to describe soldiers who serve in the cavalry, specifically those who ride horses and engage in combat. This term is often associated with the military and the historical context of cavalry warfare.

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  • 25. 

    What was the final score in the game that was the dedication for the original Memorial Stadium?

    • 0-0

    • Jun-00

    • 31-7

    • 26-7

    Correct Answer
    A. 0-0
  • 26. 

    How many tons did the materials that were used to make the 1960 Memorial Stadium weigh?

    • 10,000 Tons

    • 75,536 Tons

    • 1,028,345 Tons

    • 50,367 Tons

    Correct Answer
    A. 75,536 Tons
    Explanation
    The materials used to make the 1960 Memorial Stadium weighed 75,536 tons.

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  • 27. 

    What was the total win-loss record for the Indiana Hoosiers in their 1957 season?

    • 6 Wins, 4 Losses

    • 12 Wins, 8 Losses

    • 8 Wins, 1 Loss

    • 1 Win, 8 Losses

    Correct Answer
    A. 1 Win, 8 Losses
    Explanation
    The Indiana Hoosiers had a total win-loss record of 1 win and 8 losses in their 1957 season.

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  • 28. 

    What was the highest number of touchdowns to be scored by a Hoosier in the 2001 season?

    • 31

    • 8

    • 12

    • 19

    Correct Answer
    A. 19
    Explanation
    In the 2001 season, the highest number of touchdowns scored by a Hoosier was 19.

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  • 29. 

    What field was home to the Indiana Hoosiers in the 19th century?

    • John Field

    • Jordan Field

    • James Field

    • Jane Field

    Correct Answer
    A. Jordan Field
    Explanation
    The correct answer is Jordan Field. This is because the question is asking about the field that was home to the Indiana Hoosiers in the 19th century. Out of the given options, Jordan Field is the only one that matches this description.

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  • 30. 

    How much did the Indiana Hoosiers pay their coach in 1894?

    • 1 Dollar

    • 1 Million Dollars

    • Nothing

    • 150 Dollars

    Correct Answer
    A. 150 Dollars
    Explanation
    In 1894, the Indiana Hoosiers paid their coach 150 dollars. This amount indicates that the coach was compensated for their services, although it is significantly lower compared to the million-dollar salaries that coaches receive in modern times.

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