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    The Longest Yard

    • Ice Hockey
    • Cycling
    • Cricket
    • American Football
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Which sports were the focus of the following ten films?

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  • 2. 

    Seabiscuit

    • Basketball

    • Athletics

    • Ice Skating

    • Horse Racing

    Correct Answer
    A. Horse Racing
    Explanation
    The correct answer is Horse Racing because Seabiscuit is a well-known racehorse that gained fame in the 1930s. The other options listed, such as basketball, athletics, and ice skating, are not directly related to Seabiscuit or its historical significance.

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    Cool Runnings

    • Athletics

    • Motor Racing

    • Bobsleigh

    • Badminton

    Correct Answer
    A. Bobsleigh
    Explanation
    The correct answer is Bobsleigh because "Cool Runnings" is a movie that is based on the true story of the Jamaican national bobsleigh team. The film follows their journey as they compete in the Winter Olympics, despite facing numerous challenges and stereotypes. Therefore, bobsleigh is the most relevant sport mentioned in the options and is directly associated with the movie.

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  • 4. 

    Tin Cup

    • Golf

    • Tennis

    • Horse Racing

    • Swimming

    Correct Answer
    A. Golf
    Explanation
    "Tin Cup" is a 1996 romantic comedy film starring Kevin Costner. The film revolves around the main character, Roy "Tin Cup" McAvoy, who is a talented golfer. The film primarily focuses on golf as the main sport, with various scenes and plot points centered around the game. Therefore, the correct answer is Golf.

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    Slapshot

    • Cricket

    • Golf

    • Ice Hockey

    • Tennis

    Correct Answer
    A. Ice Hockey
    Explanation
    The correct answer is Ice Hockey because the term "slapshot" is commonly associated with this sport. In ice hockey, a slapshot is a powerful shot taken by hitting the puck with a full backswing, using the flex of the stick to generate speed and power. Cricket, golf, and tennis do not typically involve the use of a slapshot, making Ice Hockey the most suitable answer.

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  • 6. 

    Blades of Glory

    • Football

    • Ice Hockey

    • Ice Skating

    • Skiing

    Correct Answer
    A. Ice Skating
    Explanation
    The correct answer is Ice Skating because "Blades of Glory" is a comedy film that revolves around the world of competitive ice skating. The title itself suggests that the story is centered around the sport of ice skating. Football, ice hockey, and skiing are not relevant to the film's plot, making ice skating the most logical choice.

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  • 7. 

    Cinderella Man

    • Cricket

    • Boxing

    • Horse Racing

    • Wrestling

    Correct Answer
    A. Boxing
    Explanation
    The correct answer is Boxing because "Cinderella Man" is a film based on the life of James J. Braddock, a professional boxer. The movie follows Braddock's journey from being a struggling boxer to becoming the heavyweight champion of the world during the Great Depression era. Boxing is a central theme in the film, and it showcases the determination and resilience of the main character.

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  • 8. 

    Point Break

    • Surfing

    • Basketball

    • Boxing

    • Rugby Union

    Correct Answer
    A. Surfing
    Explanation
    The correct answer is Surfing because "Point Break" is a well-known movie that revolves around the sport of surfing. The movie showcases the thrill and excitement of riding waves, and it has become a cult classic among surfers and fans of extreme sports. Therefore, the answer is Surfing as it is directly related to the movie and its main theme.

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  • 9. 

    The Color of Money

    • Pool

    • Horse Racing

    • Ten Pin Bowling

    • Rugby League

    Correct Answer
    A. Pool
    Explanation
    The given options are different sports or games. Out of all the options, "Pool" is the only one that is specifically related to the color of money. In pool, players use colored balls, including a white cue ball, and the objective is to pocket the colored balls in a specific order. This reference to the color of money is not present in the other options, making "Pool" the correct answer.

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    Escape to Victory

    • Baseball

    • Football

    • Boxing

    • Tennis

    Correct Answer
    A. Football
    Explanation
    The correct answer is football because "Escape to Victory" is a sports film that revolves around a group of prisoners of war who participate in a football match against the German national team during World War II. The film showcases the power of teamwork and determination in overcoming adversity, making football the most suitable sport for the story's theme.

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