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NHL Mixed History Trivia Quiz

Some hockey history questions.

A multiple-choice quiz by rivermen. Estimated time: 3 mins.

Author
rivermen

Time
3 mins

Type
Multiple Choice

Quiz #
45,848

Updated
Dec 03 21

# Qns
5

Difficulty
Average

Avg Score
3 / 5

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Question 1 of 5

1. What team did the French Connection play for? Hint

Toronto Maple Leafs

Detroit Red Wings

Buffalo Sabres

Montreal Canadiens

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Question 2 of 5

2. In 1976, Denver got its first crack at the big-time when the Kansas City Scouts relocated to Denver for the 1976-77 season, and became what team? Hint

Denver Nuggets

Colorado Avalanche

Colorado Rockies

Denver Express

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Question 3 of 5

3. How much was the Stanley Cup purchased for in 1892? Hint

10 Guineas

$10.00

$30.00

$20.00

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Question 4 of 5

4. What team won the Stanley Cup in 1966? Hint

Detroit Red Wings

Montreal Canadiens

Toronto Maple Leafs

Buffalo Sabres

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Question 5 of 5

5. Where is the Hockey Hall of Fame located? Hint

Detroit

Calgary

Texas

Toronto

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Quiz Answer Key and Fun Facts

1. What team did the French Connection play for?

Answer: Buffalo Sabres

The French Connection played in 1972. It was made up of Rick Martin, Rene Robert and Gilbert Perreault.

2. In 1976, Denver got its first crack at the big-time when the Kansas City Scouts relocated to Denver for the 1976-77 season, and became what team?

Answer: Colorado Rockies

3. How much was the Stanley Cup purchased for in 1892?

Answer: 10 Guineas

The Stanley Cup was donated by Frederick Arthur, Lord Stanley of Preston, and son of the Earl of Derby, in 1893. He purchased the trophy for presentation to the amateur hockey champions of Canada. Since 1910 the trophy has been presented to the professional hockey champions. The NHL assumed control of the Cup in 1926.

4. What team won the Stanley Cup in 1966?

Answer: Montreal Canadiens

Henri Richard of Montreal scored the game winning goal in overtime to win the last game 3-2, and the series 4-2 over the Detroit Red Wings.

5. Where is the Hockey Hall of Fame located?

Answer: Toronto

The Hockey Hall of Fame opened in 1943. The first person inducted to the Hall of Fame was Dan Bain in 1945, along with 11 others.

Source: Author rivermen

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