1.
What Kansas State football coach was named Big 12 conference coach of the year in 1998 and 2002?
Correct Answer
C. Bill Snyder
Explanation
Bill Snyder was named Big 12 conference coach of the year in 1998 and 2002. This recognition highlights his exceptional coaching abilities and success in leading the Kansas State football team. Snyder's coaching prowess and achievements during those years made him the standout candidate for this prestigious award.
2.
Kansas State football's rivalry with what team is known as the "Sunflower Showdown"?
Correct Answer
D. Kansas Jayhawks
Explanation
The correct answer is Kansas Jayhawks because the "Sunflower Showdown" is the name given to the rivalry between Kansas State University and the University of Kansas in football. The two teams have a long-standing rivalry that dates back to 1902, and the name "Sunflower Showdown" is a reference to the state flower of Kansas, the sunflower. The annual football game between the two teams is highly anticipated and is a major event for both universities' fan bases.
3.
In 1996, Kansas State football became part of what NCAA conference?
Correct Answer
D. Big 12
Explanation
In 1996, Kansas State football became part of the Big 12 NCAA conference.
4.
Which head coach led Kansas State football to 11 straight bowl games from 1993-03?
Correct Answer
D. Bill Snyder
Explanation
Bill Snyder is the correct answer because he led Kansas State football to 11 straight bowl games from 1993-03. This achievement demonstrates his successful coaching abilities and the consistent performance of the Kansas State football team under his leadership.
5.
How many bowl games did Kansas State football play in while Ron Prince was head coach?
Correct Answer
C. One
Explanation
During Ron Prince's tenure as head coach of Kansas State football, the team only played in one bowl game. This suggests that either the team did not perform well enough to qualify for additional bowl games, or they were not invited to participate in more than one bowl game during that time.
6.
What football position did Kansas State junior Josh Freeman play in 2008?
Correct Answer
C. Quarterback
Explanation
In 2008, Kansas State junior Josh Freeman played the position of quarterback. This means that he was responsible for leading the team's offense, making plays, and throwing the ball to his teammates. As the quarterback, Freeman would have been a key player in directing the team's strategy and executing the plays on the field.
7.
What team did Kansas State football defeat 35-7 to win the Big 12 conference in 2003?
Correct Answer
C. Oklahoma Sooners
Explanation
In 2003, Kansas State football defeated the Oklahoma Sooners with a score of 35-7 to win the Big 12 conference.
8.
What Kansas State quarterback was a runner-up for the 1998 Heisman Trophy?
Correct Answer
C. Michael Bishop
Explanation
Michael Bishop was a runner-up for the 1998 Heisman Trophy. The Heisman Trophy is awarded annually to the most outstanding player in college football, and being a runner-up means that Bishop was one of the top contenders for the award that year. This suggests that Bishop had a successful season as the quarterback for Kansas State, showcasing his skills and making a significant impact on the team's performance.
9.
Winning 136 games, Bill Snyder was the head football coach of Kansas State for how many years?
Correct Answer
D. 17
Explanation
Bill Snyder was the head football coach of Kansas State for 17 years, during which he won 136 games. This information is provided in the question itself.
10.
How many Big 12 conference football titles did Kansas State win or share while Bill Snyder coached?
Correct Answer
C. Four
Explanation
During Bill Snyder's tenure as coach, Kansas State won or shared four Big 12 conference football titles.
11.
Who was named head football coach for Kansas State following the retirement of Bill Snyder in 2005?
Correct Answer
A. Ron Prince
Explanation
Ron Prince was named head football coach for Kansas State following the retirement of Bill Snyder in 2005.
12.
Which Kansas State senior quarterback had 156 completions and 2571 yards in 2000 to lead the team?
Correct Answer
D. Jonathan Beasley
Explanation
Jonathan Beasley is the correct answer because he had 156 completions and 2571 yards in 2000, which led the team. This indicates that he was the most productive quarterback in terms of completions and yards during that season.
13.
What Kansas State quarterback had a career total of 2818 rushing yards from 2000-03?
Correct Answer
C. Ell Roberson
Explanation
Ell Roberson is the correct answer because he was the Kansas State quarterback who had a career total of 2818 rushing yards from 2000-03. This means that over the course of his career, Roberson accumulated a significant number of rushing yards, showcasing his skill and ability as a dual-threat quarterback.
14.
What team did Kansas State football defeat 35-21 in the 2000 Cotton Bowl?
Correct Answer
D. Tennessee Volunteers
Explanation
In the 2000 Cotton Bowl, Kansas State football defeated the Tennessee Volunteers with a score of 35-21.
15.
Who beat the Kansas State Wildcats 3-26 at the 2001 Insight.com Bowl?
Correct Answer
A. Syracuse Orange
Explanation
Syracuse Orange beat the Kansas State Wildcats 3-26 at the 2001 Insight.com Bowl.
16.
In what 2002 bowl game did Kansas State defeat Arizona State 34-27?
Correct Answer
D. Holiday Bowl
Explanation
In the 2002 Holiday Bowl, Kansas State defeated Arizona State with a score of 34-27.
17.
To whom did the Kansas State Wildcats lose the 2003 Fiesta Bowl 28-35?
Correct Answer
A. Ohio State Buckeyes
Explanation
In the 2003 Fiesta Bowl, the Kansas State Wildcats lost to the Ohio State Buckeyes with a score of 28-35.
18.
The Kansas State Wildcats defeated what team 37-10 at the 2006 Texas Bowl?
Correct Answer
A. Rutgers Scarlet Knights
Explanation
In the 2006 Texas Bowl, the Kansas State Wildcats defeated the Rutgers Scarlet Knights with a score of 37-10.
19.
In 2002, what Kansas State football senior defensive back won the Jim Thorpe Award?
Correct Answer
D. Terence Newman
Explanation
Terence Newman won the Jim Thorpe Award in 2002 for being the best defensive back in college football. The Jim Thorpe Award is given annually to the top defensive back in the country, and Newman's exceptional skills and performance earned him this prestigious honor during his senior year at Kansas State.
20.
In 2003, Kansas State running back junior Darren Sproles finished fifth in voting for which award?
Correct Answer
B. Heisman TropHy
Explanation
In 2003, Darren Sproles, a junior running back from Kansas State, finished fifth in the voting for the Heisman Trophy. The Heisman Trophy is awarded annually to the most outstanding player in college football. Sproles' impressive performance on the field during that season earned him recognition and a high ranking in the voting for this prestigious award.
21.
Four sacks in a single game was a team high for which 2000 Kansas State football senior DE?
Correct Answer
D. Chris Johnson
Explanation
Chris Johnson had the highest number of sacks in a single game for the 2000 Kansas State football team.
22.
Which Kansas State RB's career total was 4979 rushing yards from 2001-04?
Correct Answer
A. Darren Sproles
Explanation
Darren Sproles is the correct answer because he is the only Kansas State RB listed who played from 2001-04 and had a career total of 4979 rushing yards.
23.
In 2001, which team did the Kansas State Wildcats football team defeat 10-6 at the season opener?
Correct Answer
D. Southern California
Explanation
In 2001, the Kansas State Wildcats football team defeated the Southern California team with a score of 10-6 at the season opener.
24.
What Kansas State running back had a career of 1981 rushing yards from 2000-01?
Correct Answer
A. Josh Scobey
Explanation
Josh Scobey is the correct answer because he is the Kansas State running back who had a career of 1981 rushing yards from 2000-01.
25.
How many TDs did Kansas State senior running back Josh Scobey score versus New Mexico in 2001?
Correct Answer
D. Four
Explanation
In 2001, Kansas State senior running back Josh Scobey scored four touchdowns against New Mexico.
26.
Which Kansas State senior running back had a team record 121 rushing yards in a single 2001 game?
Correct Answer
C. Chris Claybon
Explanation
In the given question, the correct answer is Chris Claybon. He is the Kansas State senior running back who had a team record of 121 rushing yards in a single game in 2001.
27.
How many yards did the Kansas State football team rush for in 2002 to set a school record?
Correct Answer
D. 3433
Explanation
In 2002, the Kansas State football team rushed for 3433 yards, setting a school record.
28.
Against what rival team did Kansas State score seven TDs in a single game in November 2002?
Correct Answer
B. Kansas Jayhawks
Explanation
In November 2002, Kansas State scored seven touchdowns in a single game against the Kansas Jayhawks.
29.
What Kansas State sophomore running back had 10 consecutive 100-yard games, starting on October 5, 2002?
Correct Answer
D. Darren Sproles
Explanation
Darren Sproles is the correct answer because he is the Kansas State sophomore running back who had 10 consecutive 100-yard games, starting on October 5, 2002.
30.
Which of these players was a quarterback for the Kansas State Wildcats in 2003?
Correct Answer
C. Ell Roberson
Explanation
Ell Roberson was a quarterback for the Kansas State Wildcats in 2003.