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Quiz about The History Of Team Names
Quiz about The History Of Team Names

The History Of Team Names Trivia Quiz


Did you ever think about the origin of your favorite team's name. Take this quiz to test your knowledge of team name history.

A multiple-choice quiz by NYKnicksGirl1026. Estimated time: 3 mins.
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Time
3 mins
Type
Multiple Choice
Quiz #
31,043
Updated
Dec 03 21
# Qns
10
Difficulty
Easy
Avg Score
8 / 10
Plays
2468
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Question 1 of 10
1. This team's name means a group of daring, fearless men, whose life pact was never to surrender, no matter what the odds. Hint


Question 2 of 10
2. This team's name was chosen because it ties in with the cowboy image of Texas. Hint


Question 3 of 10
3. This team's name was chosen because it is reflective of the state's rich history of harness racing. Hint


Question 4 of 10
4. This team's name refers to the 19th century mining boom in the state, when people rushed to the area hoping to make their fortunes by panning for gold and silver pieces. Hint


Question 5 of 10
5. This team name refers to pants worn rolled up just below the knees by the early Dutch settlers who came into the state. Hint


Question 6 of 10
6. This team's name symbolizes the signing of the Declaration of Independence on July 4 at Independence Hall. Hint


Question 7 of 10
7. This team's name reflects the ruggedness of the Pacific Northwest and the start of a major league era in the state. Hint


Question 8 of 10
8. This team is named after one of the most important parts of the basketball game.

Answer: (This is too easy.)
Question 9 of 10
9. This team was originally located in Minneapolis and was taken from the state motto which was 'The Land of 10,000 Lakes.'

Answer: (The clue is in the question!)
Question 10 of 10
10. This team's name was chosen because it depicts energy and an omnipresent power, and brings light to what is hoped to be the wise and magical nature of the team. Hint



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Quiz Answer Key and Fun Facts
1. This team's name means a group of daring, fearless men, whose life pact was never to surrender, no matter what the odds.

Answer: Cleveland Cavaliers

2. This team's name was chosen because it ties in with the cowboy image of Texas.

Answer: Dallas Mavericks

3. This team's name was chosen because it is reflective of the state's rich history of harness racing.

Answer: Indiana Pacers

Pacers also represents the pace car used for the running of the Indianapolis 500.
4. This team's name refers to the 19th century mining boom in the state, when people rushed to the area hoping to make their fortunes by panning for gold and silver pieces.

Answer: Denver Nuggets

5. This team name refers to pants worn rolled up just below the knees by the early Dutch settlers who came into the state.

Answer: New York Knicks

The pants were called knickerbockers or knickers.
6. This team's name symbolizes the signing of the Declaration of Independence on July 4 at Independence Hall.

Answer: Philadelphia 76ers

The Declaration of Independence was signed on July 4, 1776 (therefore the name) at Independence Hall which is in Philadelphia.
7. This team's name reflects the ruggedness of the Pacific Northwest and the start of a major league era in the state.

Answer: Portland Trailblazers

8. This team is named after one of the most important parts of the basketball game.

Answer: New Jersey Nets

9. This team was originally located in Minneapolis and was taken from the state motto which was 'The Land of 10,000 Lakes.'

Answer: L.A. Lakers

10. This team's name was chosen because it depicts energy and an omnipresent power, and brings light to what is hoped to be the wise and magical nature of the team.

Answer: Washington Wizards

Source: Author NYKnicksGirl1026

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