🏆 Sports Trivia
Quiz Set 17 — World Records
Answer all 10 questions. Click an option to see if you got it right!
Question 1 of 10
What year did the modern Olympics begin?
The first modern Olympics were held in Athens, Greece, in April 1896.
Question 2 of 10
How many players are on a basketball team on the court?
Five players per team are on the court in basketball at any given time.
Question 3 of 10
What is the standard weight of a cricket ball?
A cricket ball weighs between 155.9 and 163 grams (5.5-5.75 ounces).
Question 4 of 10
What term describes a boxing match that goes all rounds without a stoppage?
'Going the distance' means a boxing match is not stopped early and goes to the judges' decision.
Question 5 of 10
What is the name of the World Series trophy?
The Commissioner's Trophy is awarded to the World Series champion in Major League Baseball.
Question 6 of 10
How many innings are in a professional baseball game?
A professional baseball game has 9 innings (though extra innings are played if tied).
Question 7 of 10
What sport did Muhammad Ali compete in?
Muhammad Ali (born Cassius Clay) is regarded as the greatest heavyweight boxer of all time.
Question 8 of 10
What country has won the most Six Nations rugby championship titles?
England has historically won the most Six Nations and Home Nations Championship titles.
Question 9 of 10
What is the term for a penalty in ice hockey?
Players serving time in the penalty box sit out for 2 or 5 minutes depending on the infraction.
Question 10 of 10
How many gold medals does Simone Biles have?
Simone Biles has won 23 World Championship gold medals and multiple Olympic golds in gymnastics.
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