Sport Quiz #794
Sports & Leisure Quiz for 5 April 2024
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1
Q1.
In the game Blind Man's Buff, what does the word "buff" mean?
B
A contraction of the word "bluff"
C
In some versions the one blindfolded strips off their upper clothing
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2
Q2.
Why was the winner of the women's 2021 Boston Marathon not declared until December 2022?
A
An administrative mistake
B
CoViD lockdowns had delayed the race until the end of 2022
C
The winner on the day was later disqualified for doping violations
D
The winner on the day later declined the title and retired
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3
Q3.
Which two countries have dominated the gold medals in the Bandy World Championship since it was established in Finland in 1957?
D
United States and Canada
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4
Q4.
Which sport is played by two teams of four players each on a rectangular sheet of ice, whereby teams take turns sliding heavy, polished granite stones towards the "house" while two sweepers with brooms accompany each one to help direct them to their resting place?
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5
Q5.
The Ryder Cup, a golf trophy donated by Samuel Ryder, awarded for competition between teams from Europe and the United States, is held how often?
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6
Q6.
As listed by World Athletics, the official world marathon record set in 1908 (at 24 mile distance) was 2:55:18; in 2023 (at 26.219 miles (42.195 km)) it is what?
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7
Q7.
Which cricketer captained England to a record 54 test matches in 2001?
Select from the options above.