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Sports Flashcards

1
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Where was cricket invented?

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UK

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2
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What is the duration of a cricket match?

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Up to five days

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3
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What series of Test matches is the most well-loved competition in cricket?

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The Ashes

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4
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What are some common phrases from cricket that have entered everyday language? List any three.

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  • Rain stopped play
  • Batting on a sticky wicket
  • Bowled a googly
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5
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In which century did rugby originate?

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19th century

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What are the two types of rugby mentioned?

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  • Rugby union
  • Rugby league
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What is the most notable rugby union competition?

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The Six Nations Championship

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8
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What is the top rugby league competition?

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The Super League

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9
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What role do sports play in society?

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Crucial role

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10
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Name two major stadiums in the UK.

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  • Wembley Stadium
  • Principality Stadium
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11
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How many times have the Olympic Games been held in the UK?

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Three times

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12
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In which years were the Olympic Games held in the UK?

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  • 1908
  • 1948
  • 2012
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13
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What significant sporting event took place in London in 2012?

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The Paralympic Games

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Who was instrumental in the creation of the Paralympics?

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Dr Sir Ludwig Guttmann

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15
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What is Royal Ascot?

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A five-day race meeting attended by members of the Royal Family

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16
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What is the Grand National?

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A horse-racing event at Aintree near Liverpool

17
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In which country did golf originate?

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Scotland

18
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What is St Andrews known for?

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Home of golf

19
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What is The Open Championship?

A

One of the most esteemed golf tournaments globally

20
Q

Where is the Wimbledon Championships held?

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All England Lawn Tennis and Croquet Club

21
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What is significant about the Wimbledon Championships?

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Oldest tennis tournament in the world and only ‘Grand Slam’ on grass

22
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Who were the first two British sailors to sail around the world?

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  • Sir Francis Chichester
  • Sir Robin Knox-Johnston
23
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What did Sir Francis Chichester achieve in 1966/67?

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First sailor to sail single-handed around the globe

24
Q

What is the most well-known sailing event in the UK?

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Event at Cowes on the Isle of Wight

25
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What is rowing in the context of British sports?

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A popular leisure activity and competitive sport

26
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What annual rowing race takes place on the Thames?

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Between Oxford and Cambridge Universities

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