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Quiz about The History of Hockey
Quiz about The History of Hockey

The History of Hockey Trivia Quiz


This is a general knowledge quiz about the history of ice hockey. Hope you enjoy learning about this wonderful game.

A multiple-choice quiz by supercoolcanuck. Estimated time: 3 mins.
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Time
3 mins
Type
Multiple Choice
Quiz #
126,305
Updated
Dec 03 21
# Qns
5
Difficulty
Average
Avg Score
3 / 5
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Question 1 of 5
1. Said to be the origin of ice hockey, a primitive form of hockey called "ice hurley" was played in which Canadian province? Hint


Question 2 of 5
2. The first hockey game was organized in which Canadian city, which still exists today? Hint


Question 3 of 5
3. Hockey is officially Canada's national summer sport?


Question 4 of 5
4. In which of the following years was the Stanley Cup not awarded? Hint


Question 5 of 5
5. Who set a record for the number of goals in one NHL game? Hint



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Quiz Answer Key and Fun Facts
1. Said to be the origin of ice hockey, a primitive form of hockey called "ice hurley" was played in which Canadian province?

Answer: Nova Scotia

"Ice Hurley" was an early form of hockey played in the early 1800s.
2. The first hockey game was organized in which Canadian city, which still exists today?

Answer: Montreal

The first 'recognized' hockey game, was played with a referee and set of rules in Montreal's Victoria Rink on March 3, 1875.
3. Hockey is officially Canada's national summer sport?

Answer: False

Despite what some people think, Canada's national summer sport is lacrosse, which was first played by Canada's native people.
4. In which of the following years was the Stanley Cup not awarded?

Answer: 1919

The Stanley Cup was not awarded in the 1918-1919 season, as six Montreal Canadiens were hospitalized with the Spanish influenza virus. The playoffs ended deadlocked in the final between the Montreal Canadiens and the Seattle Metropolitans. One Montreal player, Joe Hall died 5 days after the cancellation of the series.
5. Who set a record for the number of goals in one NHL game?

Answer: Joe Malone; 7 goals

Joe Malone scores 7 times in a 10-6 win for the Quebec Athletics vs. the Toronto St. Pats on January 31, 1920.
Source: Author supercoolcanuck

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