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World Cup Rugby Trivia Quiz

Some simple Rugby World Cup questions.

A multiple-choice quiz by pot o' gold. Estimated time: 3 mins.

Author
pot o' gold

Time
3 mins

Type
Multiple Choice

Quiz #
155,634

Updated
Dec 03 21

# Qns
10

Difficulty
Average

Avg Score
8 / 10

Plays
1152

Last 3 plays: Guest 192 (8/10), Guest 144 (8/10), Guest 137 (10/10).

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Question 1 of 10

1. When was the first Rugby World Cup held? Hint

1978

1987

1995

1921

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Question 2 of 10

2. Who won the first World Cup? Hint

New Zealand

South Africa

Australia

England

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Question 3 of 10

3. Who won the second World Cup (in 1991)? Hint

New Zealand

South Africa

England

Australia

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Question 4 of 10

4. Who won the third World Cup (in 1995)? Hint

South Africa

England

Australia

New Zealand

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Question 5 of 10

5. Who won the fourth World Cup in 1999? Hint

New Zealand

Australia

South Africa

England

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Question 6 of 10

6. Ireland played in 1 RWC semi-final in the 20th century?

True

False

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Question 7 of 10

7. How many people make up a rugby union team excluding reserves? Hint

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Question 8 of 10

8. The Japanese team were known as the Cherry Blossoms?

True

False

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Question 9 of 10

9. Canada won a 1999 Cup match 72-11?

True

False

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Question 10 of 10

10. How many RWC 2003 coaches shared the first name Eddie? Hint

nobody had the name

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Quiz Answer Key and Fun Facts

1. When was the first Rugby World Cup held?

Answer: 1987

The Cup was held in Australia and New Zealand, and ended the importance of winning a Grand Slam in Britain (ie, defeating England, Ireland, Scotland and Wales), as it gave the title of World Champions to the winner. Australia won the Grand Slam for thr first time in 1984 (the last time it was won), with Mark Ella becoming the first person to score a try in all four internationals.

2. Who won the first World Cup?

Answer: New Zealand

The All Blacks had been an invincible force in the past and could now prove that they were the world beaters. NZ defeated the valiant French 29-9.

3. Who won the second World Cup (in 1991)?

Answer: Australia

Led by greats such as David Campese, Tim Horan, Michael Lynagh, and captain Nick Farr-Jones, Australia won a tight final against England, winning 12-6.

4. Who won the third World Cup (in 1995)?

Answer: South Africa

Held in South Africa, the final (against New Zealand) featured an appearance by President Nelson Mandela wearing captain Francois Pienaar's jersey. After the final whistle, the Boks formed a circle and prayed. Score = 15-12.

5. Who won the fourth World Cup in 1999?

Answer: Australia

Australia won comfortably against France (35-12) in the final, after defeating the Springboks in the semis with a drop goal and penalty in extra time. The valiant French had to defeat the mighty All Blacks to reach the final.

6. Ireland played in 1 RWC semi-final in the 20th century?

Answer: False

Unfortunately the passionate Irish have never cracked a semi-final berth, only reaching the quarter-finals in 1987, 1991, and 1995. They failed to reach that stage in '99, with a surprise loss to 'Los Pumas' (Argentina).

7. How many people make up a rugby union team excluding reserves?

Answer: 15

The starting line-up holds 15 players, with seven reserves. This rule applies for all international, provincial and club matches. The idea of reserves has been around since the early days of rugby, traced back to the early 1900s (no fixed date on 7 reserve introduction).

8. The Japanese team were known as the Cherry Blossoms?

Answer: True

Doesn't exactly instill fear into the opponents does it? But the Japanese hold claim to some world class players such as flyhalf Andy Miller and have qualified for all the RWC's, consistently topping the Asian qualifying rounds.

9. Canada won a 1999 Cup match 72-11?

Answer: True

The Canucks defeated the hapless Namibia who were playing in their first World Cup.

10. How many RWC 2003 coaches shared the first name Eddie?

Answer: 2

The Australian coach Eddie Jones, and Irish national coach Eddie O'Sullivan were both popular newspaper items during the pool matches. A little confusing sometimes.

Source: Author pot o' gold

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