US and British golfers at 1937 Ryder Cup in Southport, England

US and British golfers at 1937 Ryder Cup in Southport, England

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Sports, History, English

9th - 10th Grade

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The video discusses a significant golf event where American players, including Tony Manero and Gene Sarazen, compete in the British Open and Ryder Cup. Sarazen's performance is highlighted as he secures a victory for the American team, marking the first time a foreign team wins the Ryder Cup on British soil. Despite Henry Cotton's efforts, Great Britain does not win the cup.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Who are the American representatives mentioned in the golf championship?

Tony Manero and Jack Nicklaus

Henry Cotton and Tony Manero

Tony Manero and Gene Sarazen

Gene Sarazen and Henry Cotton

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which player had a notable singles match victory, although it wasn't enough for his team to win the cup?

Tony Manero

Jack Nicklaus

Gene Sarazen

Henry Cotton

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the outcome of Sarazen's performance in the championship?

He was disqualified

He tied with Henry Cotton

He lost his singles match

He secured the championship for the American team

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What significant achievement did the American team accomplish in this championship?

First time defeating Henry Cotton

First time participating in the Ryder Cup

First time a foreign team won the Ryder Cup on British soil

First time winning the British Open

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which player was mentioned as having missed some tough shots?

Gene Sarazen

Henry Cotton

Tony Manero

Jack Nicklaus