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Question #181
Which sport uses the term 'Scrum'?
A. Hockey
B. Cricket
C. Football
D. Rugby
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Correct Answer: Option D

Explanation:
A scrum is a method of restarting play in rugby union.
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Question #182
The term 'Caddy' is used in:
A. Tennis
B. Hockey
C. Football
D. Golf
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Correct Answer: Option D

Explanation:
A caddy is a person who carries a golfer's bag and provides assistance.
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Question #183
Which sport uses a 'Shuttle'?
A. Squash
B. Cricket
C. Badminton
D. Tennis
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Correct Answer: Option C

Explanation:
A shuttle (or shuttlecock) is used in badminton.
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Question #184
The 'Ranji Trophy' is organized by:
A. FIFA
B. IOC
C. BCCI
D. ICC
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Correct Answer: Option C

Explanation:
The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) organizes the Ranji Trophy.
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Question #185
Which country won the first Men's Hockey World Cup?
A. Pakistan
B. Netherlands
C. Australia
D. India
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Correct Answer: Option A

Explanation:
Pakistan won the first Men's Hockey World Cup in 1971.
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Question #186
The term 'Deuce' is used in:
A. Basketball
B. Tennis
C. Cricket
D. Football
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Correct Answer: Option B

Explanation:
Deuce is a state of tie at 40-40 in tennis.
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Question #187
The 'Durand Cup' is associated with which sport?
A. Football
B. Hockey
C. Cricket
D. Badminton
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Correct Answer: Option A

Explanation:
The Durand Cup is one of the oldest football tournaments in the world.
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Question #188
The term 'Bully' is used in:
A. Football
B. Cricket
C. Hockey
D. Basketball
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Correct Answer: Option C

Explanation:
In field hockey, a bully is a way to restart play.
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Question #189
Which trophy is awarded to the winners of the Men's Singles at the Wimbledon Championships?
A. Davis Cup
B. ATP Cup
C. Laver Cup
D. Gentlemen's Singles Trophy
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Correct Answer: Option D

Explanation:
The Gentlemen's Singles Trophy, often called the Wimbledon Trophy, is awarded to the champion of the Men's Singles event.
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Question #190
In which sport is the term 'Slam Dunk' used?
A. Basketball
B. Volleyball
C. Baseball
D. Rugby
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Correct Answer: Option A

Explanation:
A slam dunk is a type of basketball shot that is performed when a player jumps in the air and manually powers the ball downward through the basket.
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Question #191
The 'PGA Championship' is a major tournament in which sport?
A. Hockey
B. Cricket
C. Golf
D. Tennis
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Correct Answer: Option C

Explanation:
The PGA Championship is one of the four major championships in professional men's golf.
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Question #192
The 'Thomas Cup' is the world championship for which gender and sport?
A. Women's Tennis
B. Women's Badminton
C. Men's Badminton
D. Men's Tennis
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Correct Answer: Option C

Explanation:
The Thomas Cup is the world team championship for men's badminton.
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Question #193
Which of these is a term used in the game of Baseball?
A. Bouncer
B. Deuce
C. Hat Trick
D. Home Run
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Correct Answer: Option D

Explanation:
A home run is a hit in baseball that allows the batter to make a complete circuit of the bases and score a run.
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Question #194
The 'Ryder Cup' is a golf competition played between teams from:
A. Europe and the USA
B. UK and Australia
C. Asia and Africa
D. South America and North America
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Correct Answer: Option A

Explanation:
The Ryder Cup is a biennial golf competition played between teams representing Europe and the USA.
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Question #195
Which of the following is a classic Tennis grand slam tournament held on clay courts?
A. Australian Open
B. US Open
C. Wimbledon
D. French Open
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Correct Answer: Option D

Explanation:
The French Open, also known as Roland-Garros, is the premier clay-court tennis championship.
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Question #196
The term 'Hat-trick' is used in which sport to describe scoring three goals?
A. Swimming
B. Tennis
C. Football
D. Golf
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Correct Answer: Option C

Explanation:
A hat-trick occurs when a player scores three goals in a single match.
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Question #197
Which international sports federation is based in Lausanne, Switzerland?
A. ICC
B. FIFA
C. IOC
D. FIH
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Correct Answer: Option C

Explanation:
The International Olympic Committee (IOC) is headquartered in Lausanne, Switzerland.
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Question #198
The 'Gold Cup' is a famous horse racing event in which country?
A. United Kingdom
B. India
C. Brazil
D. Japan
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Correct Answer: Option A

Explanation:
The Cheltenham Gold Cup is a premier steeplechase horse race held in the United Kingdom.
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Question #199
Which athlete is known as the 'Fastest Man on Earth'?
A. Carl Lewis
B. Jesse Owens
C. Michael Phelps
D. Usain Bolt
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Correct Answer: Option D

Explanation:
Usain Bolt holds the world records in the 100m and 200m sprints and is widely known as the fastest man ever.
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Question #200
The 'Aga Khan Cup' is associated with which sport in India?
A. Football
B. Basketball
C. Cricket
D. Hockey
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Correct Answer: Option D

Explanation:
The Aga Khan Cup is one of the most prestigious hockey tournaments in India.
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