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The History of Hockey Trivia Quiz

This is a general knowledge quiz about the history of ice hockey. Hope you enjoy learning about this wonderful game.

A multiple-choice quiz by supercoolcanuck. Estimated time: 3 mins.

Author
supercoolcanuck

Time
3 mins

Type
Multiple Choice

Quiz #
126,305

Updated
Dec 03 21

# Qns
5

Difficulty
Average

Avg Score
3 / 5

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1402

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Question 1 of 5

1. Said to be the origin of ice hockey, a primitive form of hockey called "ice hurley" was played in which Canadian province? Hint

Nova Scotia

Quebec

Ontario

Alberta

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Question 2 of 5

2. The first hockey game was organized in which Canadian city, which still exists today? Hint

Edmonton

Halifax

Toronto

Montreal

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Question 3 of 5

3. Hockey is officially Canada's national summer sport?

True

False

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Question 4 of 5

4. In which of the following years was the Stanley Cup not awarded? Hint

1957

1941

1919

1939

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Question 5 of 5

5. Who set a record for the number of goals in one NHL game? Hint

Wayne Gretzky; 9 goals

Joe Malone; 7 goals

Maurice Richard, 8 goals

Gordie Howe; 6 goals

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Quiz Answer Key and Fun Facts

1. Said to be the origin of ice hockey, a primitive form of hockey called "ice hurley" was played in which Canadian province?

Answer: Nova Scotia

"Ice Hurley" was an early form of hockey played in the early 1800s.

2. The first hockey game was organized in which Canadian city, which still exists today?

Answer: Montreal

The first 'recognized' hockey game, was played with a referee and set of rules in Montreal's Victoria Rink on March 3, 1875.

3. Hockey is officially Canada's national summer sport?

Answer: False

Despite what some people think, Canada's national summer sport is lacrosse, which was first played by Canada's native people.

4. In which of the following years was the Stanley Cup not awarded?

Answer: 1919

The Stanley Cup was not awarded in the 1918-1919 season, as six Montreal Canadiens were hospitalized with the Spanish influenza virus. The playoffs ended deadlocked in the final between the Montreal Canadiens and the Seattle Metropolitans. One Montreal player, Joe Hall died 5 days after the cancellation of the series.

5. Who set a record for the number of goals in one NHL game?

Answer: Joe Malone; 7 goals

Joe Malone scores 7 times in a 10-6 win for the Quebec Athletics vs. the Toronto St. Pats on January 31, 1920.

Source: Author supercoolcanuck

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