1.
Who coached the Troy Trojans in 2000, its final year of Division I-AA football play?
Correct Answer
C. Larry Blakeney
Explanation
Larry Blakeney coached the Troy Trojans in 2000, which was their final year of Division I-AA football play.
2.
The 2000 football season was Troy's last as a member of which conference?
Correct Answer
B. Southland
Explanation
The correct answer is Southland. This can be inferred from the fact that the question mentions the 2000 football season, implying that Troy was a member of a conference during that time. Among the options given, the Southland conference is the only one that Troy was a member of during the 2000 football season.
3.
In 2000, Troy topped the regular season football standings of what conference?
Correct Answer
A. Southland
Explanation
In 2000, Troy topped the regular season football standings of the Southland conference.
4.
In 2000, Troy led all Southland Conference football teams with how many victories?
Correct Answer
C. Nine
Explanation
In 2000, Troy had the highest number of victories among all Southland Conference football teams.
5.
Troy's football team began playing in what Division of NCAA Athletics in 2001?
Correct Answer
A. Division 1
Explanation
Troy's football team began playing in Division 1 of NCAA Athletics in 2001. Division 1 is the highest level of competition in college sports, including football. This means that Troy's team competes against other top-level schools in terms of talent and resources. Being in Division 1 also signifies that the team is eligible for national championships and receives more visibility and recognition compared to teams in lower divisions.
6.
What team did Troy shut out for its first football victory in 2001?
Correct Answer
C. Nicholls State
Explanation
In 2001, Troy achieved its first football victory by shutting out Nicholls State.
7.
Troy's football team became a member of what conference in 2001?
Correct Answer
B. No Conference
Explanation
In 2001, Troy's football team did not become a member of any conference. This means that they did not join the SEC, Sun Belt, or ACC conferences. They either chose not to join any conference or were not accepted into any conference during that year.
8.
The Troy Trojans defeated which SEC football team 21-9 in 2001?
Correct Answer
A. Mississippi State
Explanation
In 2001, the Troy Trojans defeated Mississippi State with a score of 21-9 in a football game.
9.
What Troy defensive end was taken by the New York Giants in the 2003 NFL Draft?
Correct Answer
A. Osi Umenyiora
Explanation
Osi Umenyiora was taken by the New York Giants in the 2003 NFL Draft.
10.
What was the only football team Troy defeated on the road in 2002?
Correct Answer
D. Florida A&M
Explanation
In 2002, Troy defeated Florida A&M on the road. This means that they played against Florida A&M in an away game and emerged victorious.
11.
What was the only football team from its home state that Troy played in 2002?
Correct Answer
C. Alabama-Birmingham
Explanation
In 2002, Troy played against multiple football teams from different states. However, the only team they played from their own home state was Alabama-Birmingham.
12.
Troy lost back-to-back football games in 2002 to teams from what BCS conference?
Correct Answer
D. Big 12
Explanation
Troy lost back-to-back football games in 2002 to teams from the Big 12 conference.
13.
Who ran for 226 yards against Utah State in 2003, setting a Troy single-game record?
Correct Answer
A. DeWhitt Betterson
Explanation
DeWhitt Betterson ran for 226 yards against Utah State in 2003, setting a Troy single-game record.
14.
What Troy Trojan receiver threw a touchdown pass in 2003?
Correct Answer
D. Jason Samples
Explanation
Jason Samples is the correct answer because he was a Troy Trojan receiver in 2003 who threw a touchdown pass. This indicates that he not only caught passes but also had the ability to throw the ball effectively.
15.
Who rushed for 1,161 yards to lead the Troy Trojans in 2003?
Correct Answer
D. DeWhitt Betterson
Explanation
DeWhitt Betterson rushed for 1,161 yards to lead the Troy Trojans in 2003.
16.
The 2003 season was the Troy football team's last with what conference designation?
Correct Answer
A. Independent
Explanation
The 2003 season was the Troy football team's last as an independent team, meaning they were not affiliated with any specific conference. This suggests that they did not belong to any of the mentioned conference designations such as Conglomerated, Unionized, or Autonomous.
17.
The Troy Trojans football team joined which conference in 2004?
Correct Answer
A. Sun Belt
Explanation
In 2004, the Troy Trojans football team joined the Sun Belt conference. This means that they became a member of the Sun Belt conference in that year.
18.
Who did Troy defeat in 2004 for its first win over a Big 12 football team?
Correct Answer
D. Missouri
Explanation
In 2004, Troy defeated Missouri for its first win over a Big 12 football team.
19.
What Troy player was a first-round pick of the Dallas Cowboys in the 2004 NFL Draft?
Correct Answer
C. DeMarcus Ware
Explanation
DeMarcus Ware was a first-round pick of the Dallas Cowboys in the 2004 NFL Draft. This means that he was selected by the Cowboys in the first round of the draft that year.
20.
Which Troy senior was the 2004 Sun Belt Conference Defensive Player of the Year?
Correct Answer
B. DeMarcus Ware
Explanation
DeMarcus Ware was named the 2004 Sun Belt Conference Defensive Player of the Year. This indicates that he was recognized as the top defensive player in the conference during that year.
21.
In 2005, Troy endured its first losing football season as a member of what conference?
Correct Answer
C. Sun Belt
Explanation
In 2005, Troy endured its first losing football season as a member of the Sun Belt conference. This means that Troy University, a college football team, had previously been a member of the Sun Belt conference and had successful seasons, but in 2005, they had a losing season for the first time. The Sun Belt conference is a collegiate athletic conference that competes in the NCAA's Division I, and it includes schools from the southeastern United States.
22.
What SEC football team thumped the Troy Trojans 45-20 in 2005?
Correct Answer
D. South Carolina
Explanation
In 2005, South Carolina football team defeated the Troy Trojans with a score of 45-20. This indicates that South Carolina had a dominant performance against Troy during that game.
23.
What Big 12 football team whipped Troy 52-21 in 2005?
Correct Answer
A. Missouri
Explanation
In 2005, Missouri football team defeated Troy with a score of 52-21. This suggests that Missouri had a dominant performance in that game, outscoring their opponent by a significant margin. The other options, Nebraska, Montana, and Oklahoma, are not relevant to the question and do not have any connection to the mentioned game.
24.
What football team dealt Troy its worst defeat of 2005, a 52-21 drubbing?
Correct Answer
C. Missouri
Explanation
In 2005, Troy suffered a 52-21 loss to Missouri, making it their worst defeat of the season.
25.
In which bowl game did the Troy Trojans play in 2006?
Correct Answer
B. New Orleans Bowl
Explanation
In 2006, the Troy Trojans played in the New Orleans Bowl.
26.
What conference did Troy win in 2006, in its third season as a football member?
Correct Answer
B. Sun Belt
Explanation
In 2006, Troy won the Sun Belt conference in its third season as a football member. This means that Troy was able to outperform the other teams in the Sun Belt conference that year and secure the conference championship. The Sun Belt conference is a collegiate athletic conference that consists of schools primarily located in the southern United States. Winning the conference title is a significant achievement for any team, as it demonstrates their dominance and success within their conference.
27.
What Troy quarterback was named the 2006 Sun Belt Conference Player of the Year?
Correct Answer
D. Omar Haugabook
Explanation
Omar Haugabook was named the 2006 Sun Belt Conference Player of the Year.
28.
What Troy football player was the MVP of the 2006 New Orleans Bowl?
Correct Answer
B. Omar Haugabook
Explanation
Omar Haugabook was the MVP of the 2006 New Orleans Bowl because he had an outstanding performance during the game. He likely made significant contributions to his team's success, such as throwing for a high number of yards or touchdowns, leading his team to victory, or making crucial plays in key moments of the game.
29.
What Troy Trojan was chosen in the first round of the 2008 NFL Draft?
Correct Answer
A. Leodis McKelvin
Explanation
Leodis McKelvin was chosen in the first round of the 2008 NFL Draft.
30.
What Troy Trojan led the nation with eight interceptions in 2007?
Correct Answer
A. Elbert Mack
Explanation
Elbert Mack led the nation with eight interceptions in 2007.