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Wanna Know More About Sports? - 2 - Quiz

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1.

Samalog is a term most commonly used in which sport?
- A.
  
  Wrestling
- B.
  
  Rugby
- C.
  
  Boxing
- D.
  
  Speed Skating
Correct Answer
D. Speed Skating

Explanation
Samalog is a term most commonly used in speed skating. It refers to a scoring system used in long track speed skating competitions. In samalog, the times from multiple distances are combined to calculate a skater's overall score. This allows skaters to compete in different distances and still have a chance to win based on their combined performance.

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2.

What are dart boards usually made out of?
- A.
  
  Plastic
- B.
  
  Horse Hair
- C.
  
  Wood
- D.
  
  Cat Hair
Correct Answer
B. Horse Hair

Explanation
Dart boards are usually made out of wood, not horse hair. Horse hair is not a common material used in the construction of dart boards.

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3.

Dueling is legal in Paraguay as long as both parties?
- A.
  
  Are Blood Donors
- B.
  
  Are Not Married
- C.
  
  Agree On It
- D.
  
  Sign An Agreement
Correct Answer
A. Are Blood Donors

Explanation
The given answer suggests that dueling is legal in Paraguay as long as both parties are blood donors. This implies that the act of donating blood is considered as a prerequisite for participating in a duel. It is important to note that this answer is purely fictional and does not reflect the actual laws or regulations in Paraguay or any other country.

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4.

When did boxing become a legal sport?
- A.
  
  1915
- B.
  
  1937
- C.
  
  1901
- D.
  
  1888
Correct Answer
C. 1901

Explanation
Boxing became a legal sport in 1901.

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5.

What size shoe does former Chicago Bull Will Perdue of the Chicago Bulls wear?
- A.
  
  22eeeeeee
- B.
  
  22ee
- C.
  
  22e
- D.
  
  22g
Correct Answer
A. 22eeeeeee

Explanation
The correct answer is "22eeeeeee" because it is the only option that matches the given question in terms of both size and specific player. The question asks for the shoe size of Will Perdue, and "22eeeeeee" is the only option that includes his name and the correct shoe size.

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6.

What is the maximum weight for an NFL football?
- A.
  
  15 Ounces
- B.
  
  1 Ounce
- C.
  
  28 Ounces
- D.
  
  48 Ounces
Correct Answer
A. 15 Ounces

Explanation
The maximum weight for an NFL football is 15 ounces. This weight is specified by the NFL rules and regulations for the standard size football used in professional games. It is important for the football to be within a certain weight range to ensure fair play and consistent performance. A football that is too heavy or too light may affect the throwing, kicking, and overall handling of the ball during a game. Therefore, the correct answer is 15 ounces.

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7.

What is the diameter of the pitcher's mound in MLB?
- A.
  
  12 Feet
- B.
  
  24 Feet
- C.
  
  6 Feet
- D.
  
  18 Feet
Correct Answer
D. 18 Feet

Explanation
The diameter of the pitcher's mound in MLB is 18 feet.

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8.

How long is a regulation shuffleboard court?
- A.
  
  100 Feet
- B.
  
  52 Feet
- C.
  
  75 Feet
- D.
  
  212 Feet
Correct Answer
B. 52 Feet

Explanation
A regulation shuffleboard court is typically 52 feet long. This length is standardized and commonly used in official shuffleboard competitions. It allows for a fair and consistent playing field for players to compete on.

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9.

What size jersey does Shaq wear?
- A.
  
  46 XX Long
- B.
  
  76 Long
- C.
  
  52 XXXX Long
- D.
  
  52 Long
Correct Answer
C. 52 XXXX Long

Explanation
Shaq wears a size 52 XXXX Long jersey.

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10.

Where did Tiger Woods finish in the 2003 PGA Championship?
- A.
  
  First Place
- B.
  
  Third Place
- C.
  
  Tied For 39th
- D.
  
  Tied For 10th
Correct Answer
C. Tied For 39th

Explanation
In the 2003 PGA Championship, Tiger Woods finished tied for 39th place. This means that there were 38 other golfers who had a better score than him in the tournament.

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11.

Who was the captain of the 2004 U.S. Ryder Cup Team?
- A.
  
  Fred Funk
- B.
  
  John Daly
- C.
  
  Hal Sutton
- D.
  
  Kenny Perry
Correct Answer
C. Hal Sutton

Explanation
Hal Sutton was the captain of the 2004 U.S. Ryder Cup Team. The question is asking for the name of the captain of the team in that specific year. Out of the given options, Hal Sutton is the correct answer.

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12.

Who hosted the PGA Championship in 2002?
- A.
  
  Hazeltine Nat'l GC
- B.
  
  Bellerive CC
- C.
  
  Inverness Club
- D.
  
  Riviera CC
Correct Answer
A. Hazeltine Nat'l GC

Explanation
Hazeltine National Golf Club hosted the PGA Championship in 2002.

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13.

What's the term for when a skater's front foot is outside of the grindplate?
- A.
  
  Blunt
- B.
  
  Acid
- C.
  
  Bevel
- D.
  
  Carve
Correct Answer
B. Acid

Explanation
When a skater's front foot is outside of the grindplate, it is referred to as an "acid."

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14.

Where did the 2004 winter X Games VII take place?
- A.
  
  Salt Lake City
- B.
  
  Boulder
- C.
  
  Reno
- D.
  
  Aspen
Correct Answer
D. Aspen

Explanation
The 2004 winter X Games VII took place in Aspen.

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15.

Where is an ESPN X Games Skatepark located?
- A.
  
  Omaha
- B.
  
  Denver
- C.
  
  Miami
- D.
  
  Reno
Correct Answer
B. Denver

Explanation
The ESPN X Games Skatepark is located in Denver.

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Wanna Know More About Sports? - 2

Samalog is a term most commonly used in which sport?

What are dart boards usually made out of?

Dueling is legal in Paraguay as long as both parties?

When did boxing become a legal sport?

What size shoe does former Chicago Bull Will Perdue of the Chicago Bulls wear?

What is the maximum weight for an NFL football?

What is the diameter of the pitcher's mound in MLB?

How long is a regulation shuffleboard court?

What size jersey does Shaq wear?

Where did Tiger Woods finish in the 2003 PGA Championship?

Who was the captain of the 2004 U.S. Ryder Cup Team?

Who hosted the PGA Championship in 2002?

What's the term for when a skater's front foot is outside of the grindplate?

Where did the 2004 winter X Games VII take place?

Where is an ESPN X Games Skatepark located?