About this Study Set
This study set covers Sports History through
18 practice questions.
A collection of trivia regarding the intersection of animals, the natural environment, and the history of various sports. Every question includes the correct answer so you can learn as you go — pick any format above to get started.
Questions & Answers
Browse all 18 questions from the
Nature and Animals in Sports History study set below.
Each question shows the correct answer — select a study format above to practice interactively.
1
Which animal is officially featured on the logo of the FIFA World Cup trophy?
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A
Lion
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B
Eagle
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C
None
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D
Horse
2
What type of animal famously disrupted a 2011 cricket match between Australia and India at the MCG?
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A
Kangaroo
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B
Seagull
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C
Pigeon
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D
Possum
3
In the history of the modern Olympic Games, which bird was used to symbolize peace during the opening ceremonies?
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A
Dove
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B
Eagle
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C
Owl
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D
Swan
4
Which marine animal is the namesake of the San Jose NHL hockey team?
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A
Shark
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B
Whale
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C
Dolphin
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D
Seal
5
What type of animal is the traditional mascot for the Chicago Bulls basketball team?
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A
Horse
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B
Bull
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C
Lion
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D
Bear
6
The 'Great Race' at Bathurst, a famous Australian motor racing event, is held on a track located on a mountain named after which animal?
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A
Koala
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B
Kangaroo
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C
Emu
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D
Wombat
7
Which bird is featured as the mascot for the Philadelphia Eagles in the NFL?
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A
Hawk
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B
Eagle
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C
Falcon
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D
Osprey
8
What type of animal is the emblem for the Australian national rugby team, the Wallabies?
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A
Kangaroo
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B
Koala
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C
Wallaby
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D
Dingo
9
In 1999, which insect species famously invaded the pitch during a professional football match in England?
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A
Locusts
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B
Bees
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C
Dragonflies
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D
Butterflies
10
The mascot of the 2000 Sydney Olympic Games 'Syd' was based on which native Australian animal?
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A
Platypus
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B
Kangaroo
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C
Koala
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D
Echidna
11
Which large flightless bird is the national symbol of Australia and is featured on its coat of arms, often seen at sporting events?
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A
Cassowary
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B
Emu
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C
Kiwi
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D
Penguin
12
What animal is commonly associated with the 'Derby' horse racing events held worldwide?
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A
Dog
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B
Horse
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C
Camel
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D
Donkey
13
Which aquatic creature is the official mascot for the 'Miami Dolphins' NFL team?
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A
Shark
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B
Manatee
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C
Dolphin
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D
Sea Turtle
14
What type of animal is the mascot for the Detroit Red Wings NHL team?
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A
Falcon
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B
Octopus
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C
Lion
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D
Bear
15
The 'Bear' is the mascot for which professional basketball team?
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A
Memphis Grizzlies
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B
Chicago Bulls
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C
Miami Heat
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D
Boston Celtics
16
Which animal is known as the 'ship of the desert' and is raced in professional sporting competitions in the Middle East?
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A
Horse
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B
Camel
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C
Donkey
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D
Llama
17
Which reptile is the mascot for the University of Florida 'Gators' athletic teams?
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A
Snake
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B
Turtle
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C
Alligator
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D
Lizard
18
In what sport are 'fish' often used as a unit of measurement for a catch in tournament history?
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A
Swimming
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B
Fishing
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C
Rowing
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D
Diving
