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A Jog in the Smog Trivia Quiz

Not exactly the sobriquet the organizers of the Los Angeles Marathon would have chosen, but here are some questions about the annual race through the City of Angels.

A multiple-choice quiz by CliftonClowers. Estimated time: 4 mins.

Author
CliftonClowers

Time
4 mins

Type
Multiple Choice

Quiz #
334,024

Updated
Dec 03 21

# Qns
10

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7 / 10

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Question 1 of 10

1. The Los Angeles Marathon was first run in 1986. What event inspired its creation. Hint

The success of the 1984 Summer Olympics in Los Angeles.

The bicentennial of the founding of Los Angeles.

The celebration of the 50th anniversary of the LA Memorial Coliseum.

The completion of the Century Freeway.

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Question 2 of 10

2. Which country, famous for its world-class long distance runners, has produced 12 consecutive men's winners of the Los Angeles Marathon? Hint

Kenya

Ethiopia

United States

Eritrea

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Question 3 of 10

3. Which of the following items would you not be allowed to bring with you to race in the Los Angeles Marathon? Hint

Wrist Watch

Skateboard

Food

Ipod

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Question 4 of 10

4. Approximately how many runners officially entered the 2010 Los Angeles Marathon? Hint

25,000

50,000

10,000

1,000

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Question 5 of 10

5. What percentage of the runners in the 2010 Los Angeles Marathon were first-time marathoners. Hint

53 %

81 %

16 %

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Question 6 of 10

6. What is the time limit to complete the Los Angeles Marathon and receive an official time? Hint

8 hours

24 hours

12 hours

There is no time limit.

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Question 7 of 10

7. The course for the 2011 Los Angeles Marathon is known as "Stadium to the Sea". What is the stadium and where does it finish at the sea? Hint

Memorial Coliseum; Malibu

Dodger Stadium; Santa Monica Pier

Memorial Coliseum; Santa Monica Pier

Dodger Stadium; Malibu

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Question 8 of 10

8. Ravi Rajan of Los Angeles performed an extraordinary feat in the 2010 Los Angeles Marathon. What was his accomplishment? Hint

He ran the marathon twice.

He ran the entire marathon backwards.

He biked 500 miles then ran the marathon.

The oldest finisher ever at age 102.

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Question 9 of 10

9. The Los Angeles Marathon concludes on Ocean Avenue near the Santa Monica pier. What is notable about the ferris wheel near the pier? Hint

The cars go over the water.

It is solar powered.

Riding is free.

It is a display and non-functional.

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Question 10 of 10

10. Along the LA marathon course are drink stations. Which of these drinks are available for the runners? Hint

Water only

Water and Sports Drink

Water, Sports Drink, and Coffee

Water, Sports Drink, Coffee, and Beer

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Quiz Answer Key and Fun Facts

1. The Los Angeles Marathon was first run in 1986. What event inspired its creation.

Answer: The success of the 1984 Summer Olympics in Los Angeles.

The financially successful Summer Olympics in 1984 provided the impetus for creation of the Los Angeles Marathon. It was anticipated that 2500 runners would compete and almost 11,000 signed up for the race.

2. Which country, famous for its world-class long distance runners, has produced 12 consecutive men's winners of the Los Angeles Marathon?

Answer: Kenya

From 1999 to 2010 there were 11 different men's winners from Kenya.

3. Which of the following items would you not be allowed to bring with you to race in the Los Angeles Marathon?

Answer: Skateboard

The official rules state that skateboards are not permitted, nor are bikes, skates, or carriages of any kind.

4. Approximately how many runners officially entered the 2010 Los Angeles Marathon?

Answer: 25,000

The largest marathon field was the New York City Marathon with nearly 44,000 participants.

5. What percentage of the runners in the 2010 Los Angeles Marathon were first-time marathoners.

Answer: 53 %

The reasons for deciding to enter a marathon for the first time are as diverse as the abilities of the participants. Many are competing for charities, others have had running a marathon as a life goal, and still others are budding athletes who will compete in many more marathons.

6. What is the time limit to complete the Los Angeles Marathon and receive an official time?

Answer: 8 hours

After the 8 hour limit, the streets are re-opened to traffic and you are on your own.

7. The course for the 2011 Los Angeles Marathon is known as "Stadium to the Sea". What is the stadium and where does it finish at the sea?

Answer: Dodger Stadium; Santa Monica Pier

This is a one way course which goes through the heart of Los Angeles, Hollywood, Beverly Hills, and finishes at the beach in Santa Monica.

8. Ravi Rajan of Los Angeles performed an extraordinary feat in the 2010 Los Angeles Marathon. What was his accomplishment?

Answer: He ran the marathon twice.

Ravi Rajan started at about 1:00 AM at the finish, running back to the start in time to run the real race. Dean Karnazes actually did bike from the Bay Area to the race, then completed it on foot.

9. The Los Angeles Marathon concludes on Ocean Avenue near the Santa Monica pier. What is notable about the ferris wheel near the pier?

Answer: It is solar powered.

The ferris wheel is spectacularly lit with 6,000 incandescent multi-colored light bulbs and reaches 9 stories tall. It can be seen in many movies and TV shows.

10. Along the LA marathon course are drink stations. Which of these drinks are available for the runners?

Answer: Water and Sports Drink

There are sponsored stands every two miles along the course.

Source: Author CliftonClowers

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