Senior Bowling

Description: Senior Bowling Quiz: Test Your Knowledge About the Sport
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What is the minimum age requirement to participate in senior bowling tournaments?

  1. 50 years

  2. 55 years

  3. 60 years

  4. 65 years


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The minimum age requirement to participate in senior bowling tournaments is typically 50 years old.

Which organization governs senior bowling in the United States?

  1. American Bowling Congress (ABC)

  2. United States Bowling Congress (USBC)

  3. Professional Bowlers Association (PBA)

  4. Senior Bowlers Association (SBA)


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

The United States Bowling Congress (USBC) is the governing body for senior bowling in the United States.

What is the most common type of bowling ball used by senior bowlers?

  1. Plastic

  2. Urethane

  3. Reactive Resin

  4. Particle


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Urethane bowling balls are the most common type used by senior bowlers due to their control and predictability.

What is the standard lane length in senior bowling?

  1. 60 feet

  2. 70 feet

  3. 80 feet

  4. 90 feet


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The standard lane length in senior bowling is 60 feet.

What is the maximum weight allowed for a bowling ball in senior bowling?

  1. 10 pounds

  2. 12 pounds

  3. 14 pounds

  4. 16 pounds


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The maximum weight allowed for a bowling ball in senior bowling is 16 pounds.

What is the most common type of bowling delivery used by senior bowlers?

  1. Straight

  2. Hook

  3. Curve

  4. Split Finger


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The straight delivery is the most common type of bowling delivery used by senior bowlers.

What is the term for a strike in senior bowling?

  1. Turkey

  2. Spare

  3. Double

  4. Strike


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

A strike in senior bowling is when all ten pins are knocked down with the first ball.

What is the term for a spare in senior bowling?

  1. Turkey

  2. Spare

  3. Double

  4. Strike


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

A spare in senior bowling is when all ten pins are knocked down with two balls.

What is the term for a turkey in senior bowling?

  1. Turkey

  2. Spare

  3. Double

  4. Strike


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

A turkey in senior bowling is when three strikes are bowled in a row.

What is the term for a double in senior bowling?

  1. Turkey

  2. Spare

  3. Double

  4. Strike


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

A double in senior bowling is when two strikes are bowled in a row.

What is the highest possible score in a single game of senior bowling?

  1. 300

  2. 270

  3. 240

  4. 210


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The highest possible score in a single game of senior bowling is 300.

What is the highest possible score in a three-game series of senior bowling?

  1. 900

  2. 810

  3. 720

  4. 630


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The highest possible score in a three-game series of senior bowling is 900.

What is the term for a bowler who has bowled a perfect game (300) in senior bowling?

  1. 300 Club

  2. Perfect Game Club

  3. Honor Roll

  4. Hall of Fame


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

A bowler who has bowled a perfect game (300) in senior bowling is inducted into the 300 Club.

What is the term for a bowler who has bowled an 800 series (800 or more) in senior bowling?

  1. 800 Club

  2. Perfect Game Club

  3. Honor Roll

  4. Hall of Fame


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

A bowler who has bowled an 800 series (800 or more) in senior bowling is inducted into the 800 Club.

What is the term for a bowler who has bowled a 900 series (900) in senior bowling?

  1. 900 Club

  2. Perfect Game Club

  3. Honor Roll

  4. Hall of Fame


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

A bowler who has bowled a 900 series (900) in senior bowling is inducted into the 900 Club.

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