US Sports Trivia

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How long is a marathon?

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26.2 miles

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What is Muhammad Ali’s real name?

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Cassius Clay

Answer explanation

6 March 1964: Cassius Clay changed his name to Muhammad Ali

For Ali, the name Cassius Clay was a name associated with the slave trade, even though he was named after his father who was named after Cassius Marcellus Clay, a 19th century abolitionist.

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Which sport uses "Love" as a score? Options: golf, bowling, pool, tennis

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tennis

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What is the record for red cards given in a single soccer game? Options: 12, 6, 24, 36

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36

Answer explanation

In 2011, referee Damien Rubino set a world record by giving out THIRTY-SIX (36) red cards in a single match between Claypole and Victoriano Arenas. After a brawl erupted, Rubino sent off all 22 players, every substitute and some technical staff.

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What NFL team has the most Super Bowl appearances? Options: Kansas City Chiefs, New England Patriots, Pittsburgh Steelers, Denver Broncos

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New England Patriots

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In the sport of soccer, according to the official FIFA rulebook, how long can a goalkeeper hold the ball?

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6 seconds

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How many Major League Baseball (MLB) teams are there?

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30

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Which US state had the first professional baseball team? Options: Ohio, New York, Minnesota, Iowa

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Ohio

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How many basketballs are sent to each NBA team to use during their whole season?

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72

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The following words are associated with which sport? Bar Down, Biscuit, Cherry Picker, Icing, Checking

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Hockey