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The Chicago Bears Trivia Quiz

The "Monsters of the Midway": This quiz is a tribute to their greatest fan. GO BEARS!

A multiple-choice quiz by jennyjenjen31. Estimated time: 5 mins.

Author
jennyjenjen31

Time
5 mins

Type
Multiple Choice

Quiz #
94,682

Updated
Dec 03 21

# Qns
20

Difficulty
Average

Avg Score
16 / 20

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3103

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Question 1 of 20

1. The original name of the Bears franchise was? Hint

Illinois Grizzlies

Illinois Bears

Decatur Staleys

Chicago Braves

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Question 2 of 20

2. Who was the founder and first coach of the Bears? Hint

Sid Luckman

Jim Dooley

Ralph Jones

George Halas

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Question 3 of 20

3. George Halas' alma mater was what University? Hint

Michigan State

Northwestern University

The University of Illinois

Notre Dame University

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Question 4 of 20

4. The first year that the Bears franchise won the NFL championship was? Hint

1921

1920

1934

1985

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Question 5 of 20

5. The 'Bears' biggest rival to this day is what opposing team? Hint

Miami Dolphins

Dallas Cowboys

Minnesota Vikings

Green Bay Packers

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Question 6 of 20

6. Who was the coach who took the Bears to the championships in 1985? Hint

Dave Wannstedt

Mike Ditka

Dick Jauron

John Driscoll

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Question 7 of 20

7. Who was the awesome running back who will forever be remembered as 'Sweetness' ?

Answer: ( Two words, or just surname)

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Question 8 of 20

8. What was the name of the song that was made into a video when the Bears won the Superbowl in 1985? Hint

We Are The Champions

Superbowl Dance

Destined to Win

The Superbowl Shuffle

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Question 9 of 20

9. Who was the quarterback for the 1985 championship team? Hint

Doug Flutie

Jim McMahon

Jim Harbaugh

Willie Gault

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Question 10 of 20

10. Walter Payton's jersey number was ________ ? Hint

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Question 11 of 20

11. Which two Bears were the first in NFL history to become inter-racial roommates? Hint

Willie Gault and Doug Flutie

Doug Atkins and Gayle Sayers

Walter Payton and Brian Piccolo

Brian Piccolo and Gale Sayers

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Question 12 of 20

12. Mike Ditka's nickname was ________ ?

Answer: ( Two Words)

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Question 13 of 20

13. William Perry, the defensive tackle on the 1985 championship team was nicknamed _________________ ? Hint

The Ogre

The Refrigerator

The Coach

The Man

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Question 14 of 20

14. The only team to beat the Bears during the 1985 season was what team? Hint

Minnesota Vickings

Detroit Lions

Green Bay Packers

Miami Dolphins

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Question 15 of 20

15. What Bear player was named the Offensive Rookie of the year for 2001? Hint

Curtis Enis

David Terrell

Anthony Thomas

Jason Hanson

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Question 16 of 20

16. Brian Urlacher was drafted in what year? Hint

2001

2000

1999

1997

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Question 17 of 20

17. The Bears beat Minnesota in the 2002 season opener?

True

False

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Question 18 of 20

18. Who was the starting Bear quarterback during the 1990 season? Hint

Mike Tomczak

Jim Harbaugh

Mark Carrier

Ron Cox

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Question 19 of 20

19. The Central Division is also called the _____________ ? Hint

Bruiser Division

Black and Blue Division

Foundation Division

Oldest Division

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Question 20 of 20

20. The starting quarterback for Opening Day in the 2002 season was ___________ ? Hint

Shane Matthews

Jim Miller

Dez White

Rex Tucker

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Quiz Answer Key and Fun Facts

1. The original name of the Bears franchise was?

Answer: Decatur Staleys

The Decatur Staleys was the original name in 1920, before they moved to Chicago the following year. In 1921 they were called the Chicago Staleys. They became the Chicago Bears in 1922.

2. Who was the founder and first coach of the Bears?

Answer: George Halas

The great George Halas founded the Bears and coached from 1920-1929, 1933-1942, 1946-1955 and 1958-1967.

3. George Halas' alma mater was what University?

Answer: The University of Illinois

Halas played college ball for the University of Illinois. Their color scheme was navy and orange which is why the Bears wear that color.

4. The first year that the Bears franchise won the NFL championship was?

Answer: 1921

They won the championship in 1921 and went on to win in 1932, 1933, 1940, 1941, 1943, 1946, 1963 and 1985!

5. The 'Bears' biggest rival to this day is what opposing team?

Answer: Green Bay Packers

The Packers and the Bears are the oldest rivals in the NFL. You are not a true Bear fan unless you loathe the Cheesehead Packers!

6. Who was the coach who took the Bears to the championships in 1985?

Answer: Mike Ditka

The hard hitting former Bear (1961-66).

7. Who was the awesome running back who will forever be remembered as 'Sweetness' ?

Answer: Walter Payton

Walter Payton was a legend, the Michael Jordan of Football. He broke many records. He passed away in 1999 and will always be remembered.

8. What was the name of the song that was made into a video when the Bears won the Superbowl in 1985?

Answer: The Superbowl Shuffle

'The Superbowl Shuffle' was made into a video that year. It featured the majority of the players and was hilarious!

9. Who was the quarterback for the 1985 championship team?

Answer: Jim McMahon

Jim McMahon (Bears 1982 to 88), was a quarterback who played college ball for Brigham Young. He was quite eccentric and fun to watch!

10. Walter Payton's jersey number was ________ ?

Answer: 34

His number has been retired. Fans will never forget his speed, agility, quick moves and endurance.

11. Which two Bears were the first in NFL history to become inter-racial roommates?

Answer: Brian Piccolo and Gale Sayers

Brian Piccolo and Gale Sayers were roommates from 1966 until Piccolo passed away at the young age of 26 in 1970. They were best friends and great players.

12. Mike Ditka's nickname was ________ ?

Answer: Iron Mike

Ditka became the ninth coach in 1982. He vowed at their first meeting to take them to the SuperBowl and he did in 1985!

13. William Perry, the defensive tackle on the 1985 championship team was nicknamed _________________ ?

Answer: The Refrigerator

The Fridge is legendary. The highlite of his season was his touch down against Green Bay. We Bear fans loathe the Packers.

14. The only team to beat the Bears during the 1985 season was what team?

Answer: Miami Dolphins

The Dolphins led by Dan Marino were the only team to beat the Bears that season. It was heartbreaking as the fans were looking forward to the Bears being undefeated.

15. What Bear player was named the Offensive Rookie of the year for 2001?

Answer: Anthony Thomas

Anthony Thomas, running back, played college ball in Michigan. He led the Bears to their first NFC Central Division Championship since 1990.

16. Brian Urlacher was drafted in what year?

Answer: 2000

Urlacher played college ball in New Mexico, part of our great defense, who contributed to our great season in 2001.

17. The Bears beat Minnesota in the 2002 season opener?

Answer: True

It looked scary during the last quarter, but they managed to pull it off and beat the Vikings. A win is a win in my book! I feel the Bears are a miracle team and are receiving help from up above.

18. Who was the starting Bear quarterback during the 1990 season?

Answer: Jim Harbaugh

Harbaugh was given the duties at the start of the season. In December of that year, Harbaugh injured his shoulder and Tomczak took over.

19. The Central Division is also called the _____________ ?

Answer: Black and Blue Division

The Central Division was dubbed the Black and Blue Division years ago. It is referred as that due to the hard hitting defenses and the general brutality of the game.

20. The starting quarterback for Opening Day in the 2002 season was ___________ ?

Answer: Jim Miller

Jim Miller did a splendid job in 2001.

Source: Author jennyjenjen31

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