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The Most Iconic Moments in Spectator Sports: Memorable Plays and Games

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Which iconic play is known for the New York Giants' David Tyree making a helmet catch in Super Bowl XLII?

  1. The Immaculate Reception

  2. The Helmet Catch

  3. The Music City Miracle

  4. The Minneapolis Miracle


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

In Super Bowl XLII, New York Giants wide receiver David Tyree made an improbable catch with his helmet, helping the Giants upset the undefeated New England Patriots.

In the 1980 Winter Olympics, which athlete famously performed the "Miracle on Ice" against the Soviet Union?

  1. Wayne Gretzky

  2. Eric Heiden

  3. Mike Eruzione

  4. Bjorn Borg


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

In the 1980 Winter Olympics, American hockey player Mike Eruzione scored the game-winning goal against the Soviet Union in the "Miracle on Ice" match.

Which memorable play in American football is known for the "Immaculate Reception"?

  1. The Catch

  2. The Immaculate Reception

  3. The Music City Miracle

  4. The Minneapolis Miracle


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

The "Immaculate Reception" was a controversial play in the 1972 AFC Divisional Championship Game, where Pittsburgh Steelers running back Franco Harris caught a deflected pass and ran it in for a touchdown.

Which iconic moment in basketball is known for Michael Jordan's "The Shot" against the Cleveland Cavaliers?

  1. The Shot

  2. The Flu Game

  3. The Last Dance

  4. Space Jam


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

In the 1989 NBA playoffs, Michael Jordan hit a game-winning shot against the Cleveland Cavaliers, which became known as "The Shot".

Which memorable play in American football is known for the "Music City Miracle"?

  1. The Catch

  2. The Immaculate Reception

  3. The Music City Miracle

  4. The Minneapolis Miracle


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

The "Music City Miracle" was a trick play in the 1999 AFC Wild Card Game, where the Tennessee Titans executed a lateral play for a touchdown against the Buffalo Bills.

Which iconic moment in soccer is known for Diego Maradona's "Hand of God" goal against England in the 1986 World Cup?

  1. The Hand of God

  2. The Goal of the Century

  3. The Maradona Turn

  4. The Dance of the Century


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

In the 1986 World Cup quarter-final match between Argentina and England, Diego Maradona scored a controversial goal with his hand, which became known as the "Hand of God".

Which memorable play in American football is known for the "Minneapolis Miracle"?

  1. The Catch

  2. The Immaculate Reception

  3. The Music City Miracle

  4. The Minneapolis Miracle


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The "Minneapolis Miracle" was a last-second touchdown pass from Case Keenum to Stefon Diggs in the 2017 NFC Divisional Championship Game, helping the Minnesota Vikings defeat the New Orleans Saints.

Which iconic moment in tennis is known for Serena Williams' "Serena Slam" in 2015?

  1. The Serena Slam

  2. The Grand Slam

  3. The Golden Slam

  4. The Career Grand Slam


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

In 2015, Serena Williams won all four Grand Slam tournaments in a row, achieving the "Serena Slam".

Which memorable play in cricket is known for Sachin Tendulkar's "Desert Storm" innings against Australia in 1998?

  1. The Desert Storm

  2. The Master Blaster

  3. The Little Master

  4. The God of Cricket


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

In the 1998 Coca-Cola Cup final, Sachin Tendulkar scored a match-winning century against Australia in Sharjah, which became known as the "Desert Storm" innings.

Which iconic moment in golf is known for Tiger Woods' "Miracle at Augusta" in 2019?

  1. The Miracle at Augusta

  2. The Tiger Slam

  3. The Masters

  4. The Grand Slam


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

In the 2019 Masters Tournament, Tiger Woods won his fifth Masters title after a remarkable comeback from injuries, which became known as the "Miracle at Augusta".

Which memorable play in Formula One is known for Lewis Hamilton's "Silver Arrows" dominance in the 2020 season?

  1. The Silver Arrows

  2. The Flying Finn

  3. The Schumacher Era

  4. The Red Baron


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

In the 2020 Formula One season, Lewis Hamilton won a record-equaling seventh world championship, driving for the Mercedes team, which became known as the "Silver Arrows" dominance.

Which iconic moment in cycling is known for Lance Armstrong's "Tour de France" victories from 1999 to 2005?

  1. The Tour de France

  2. The Yellow Jersey

  3. The Green Jersey

  4. The Polka Dot Jersey


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Lance Armstrong won the Tour de France seven consecutive times from 1999 to 2005, which became one of the most iconic moments in cycling history.

Which memorable play in rugby is known for Jonny Wilkinson's "Drop Goal" in the 2003 Rugby World Cup final?

  1. The Drop Goal

  2. The Webb Ellis Cup

  3. The Haka

  4. The Scrum


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

In the 2003 Rugby World Cup final, Jonny Wilkinson kicked a dramatic drop goal in extra time, helping England win the Webb Ellis Cup.

Which iconic moment in boxing is known for Muhammad Ali's "Thrilla in Manila" against Joe Frazier in 1975?

  1. The Thrilla in Manila

  2. The Rumble in the Jungle

  3. The Fight of the Century

  4. The Ali Shuffle


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The "Thrilla in Manila" was a legendary boxing match between Muhammad Ali and Joe Frazier in 1975, which is considered one of the greatest boxing matches of all time.

Which memorable play in baseball is known for Babe Ruth's "Called Shot" in the 1932 World Series?

  1. The Called Shot

  2. The Babe Ruth Curse

  3. The Sultan of Swat

  4. The Home Run King


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

In the 1932 World Series, Babe Ruth pointed to the center field bleachers before hitting a home run, which became known as the "Called Shot".

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