How Well Do You Know Dara Torres

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1. How many medals did Dara won as competitive swimmer? 

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Dara won 12 medals as a competitive swimmer.

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How Well Do You Know Dara Torres - Quiz

American swimmers simply have a thing with water seeing as Dara Torres (or DT for short) is just one more example. She has represented the United States of America in 5 Olympics where she won numerous medals.
So, what can you say you know about her?

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2. Who is the first swimmer to represent the United States in five Olympic Games?

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Dara Torres is the correct answer because she is the first swimmer to represent the United States in five Olympic Games. This achievement demonstrates her exceptional talent and longevity in the sport.

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3. Which swimmer is the oldest to earn a place on the US Olympic team?

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Dara Torres is the correct answer because she is the oldest swimmer to earn a place on the US Olympic team.

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4. Do you know her father's country of origin?

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The correct answer is Cuba. This suggests that the person being referred to has a father who is from Cuba.

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5. What is the business Torres father specialize in?

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Torres' father specializes in real estate and casino business. This means that he is involved in buying, selling, and renting properties as well as operating a casino. This combination of industries suggests that he is involved in both the real estate market and the gambling industry, which can be a lucrative business.

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6. Who did she follow to the YMCA community?

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She followed her brother to the YMCA community.

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7. What age did she win the national open championship in the 50-yard freestyle?

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The correct answer is 14. This means that she won the national open championship in the 50-yard freestyle at the age of 14.

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8. What is the name of the college junior champion she defeated in the 50-yard freestyle?

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Jill Sterkel is the correct answer because she is the college junior champion that the person in question defeated in the 50-yard freestyle.

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9. Which university did Torres accept their athletic scholarship?

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Torres accepted their athletic scholarship at the University of Florida.

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10. What American record did she set during the 50-meter freestyle qualifier?

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How many medals did Dara won as competitive swimmer? 
Who is the first swimmer to represent the United States in five...
Which swimmer is the oldest to earn a place on the US Olympic team?
Do you know her father's country of origin?
What is the business Torres father specialize in?
Who did she follow to the YMCA community?
What age did she win the national open championship in the 50-yard...
What is the name of the college junior champion she defeated in the...
Which university did Torres accept their athletic scholarship?
What American record did she set during the 50-meter freestyle...
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