Muhammad Ali, a famous boxer from the black community was a popular figure simply because he changed the whole face of boxing. He is regarded as one of the most celebrated sports figures of the 20th century. He was a remarkable, approachable and inspiring personality both inside as well as outside the ring. He is also one of the few boxers who actually spoke instead of letting his manager speak- like so many others do. He had his hsare of controversies, lawsuits, etc. However, he came out from all those unscathed only to become an awe inspiring figure not just within the boxing community but for the whole world.
This quiz is a tribute to the great boxer who passed away recently.
May he rest in peace!
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- Question 1 of 10
1. Question
1 pointsMuhammad Ali was nicknamed as
CorrectMuhammad Ali was nicknamed ‘The Greatest’ after he won several titles in various championships. ‘The Louisville Lip’ and ‘The People’s Champion’ were his other names. He was born as Cassius Clay and was re-named as Muhammad Ali around the ’60s when he joined Nation of Islam.
IncorrectMuhammad Ali was nicknamed ‘The Greatest’ after he won several titles in various championships. ‘The Louisville Lip’ and ‘The People’s Champion’ were his other names. He was born as Cassius Clay and was re-named as Muhammad Ali around the ’60s when he joined Nation of Islam.
- Question 2 of 10
2. Question
1 pointsMuhammad Ali was a ______________ champion.
CorrectMuhammad Ali was a boxing champion who is considered to be one of the greatest heavyweight boxing champions of all times.
IncorrectMuhammad Ali was a boxing champion who is considered to be one of the greatest heavyweight boxing champions of all times.
- Question 3 of 10
3. Question
1 pointsAli got into boxing through
CorrectAll the given choices are connected to Ali’s entry into the boxing arena. He was always lured by free food. At the age of 12, he went visiting Louisville Home Show. It was an exhibition exclusively for Blacks and free popcorn, hot dogs and a candy was being distributed. He went to the exhibition to have the food on his bike. After having the food, when it was time to return, he found his bike stolen. He was advised to speak to the policeman at the Columbia gym which was nearby. Ali was so overtaken by the smell and sound of the place that he forgot all about his bike and the policeman, Joe Martin suggested that he visit the place every night from Monday to Friday for participating in boxing events that take place. Thus he took his first step towards boxing.
IncorrectAll the given choices are connected to Ali’s entry into the boxing arena. He was always lured by free food. At the age of 12, he went visiting Louisville Home Show. It was an exhibition exclusively for Blacks and free popcorn, hot dogs and a candy was being distributed. He went to the exhibition to have the food on his bike. After having the food, when it was time to return, he found his bike stolen. He was advised to speak to the policeman at the Columbia gym which was nearby. Ali was so overtaken by the smell and sound of the place that he forgot all about his bike and the policeman, Joe Martin suggested that he visit the place every night from Monday to Friday for participating in boxing events that take place. Thus he took his first step towards boxing.
- Question 4 of 10
4. Question
1 points‘The Greatest’, apart from being Muhammad Ali’s nickname is also the name of
CorrectThe Greatest’ is the name of Ali’s autobiography.
IncorrectThe Greatest’ is the name of Ali’s autobiography.
- Question 5 of 10
5. Question
1 pointsAmong his hand baggage, Muhammad Ali carried a ________ the first time he flew for the Olympics.
CorrectAli was scared of flying and hence bought a parachute from the Army supplies extra to wear on the plane.
IncorrectAli was scared of flying and hence bought a parachute from the Army supplies extra to wear on the plane.
- Question 6 of 10
6. Question
1 pointsWhat happened to the gold medal Ali won at the Olympics in 1956?
CorrectThe gold medal that Muhammad Ali won at the Olympics was lost. However, in his autobiography he claims to have thrown it into the Ohio River.
IncorrectThe gold medal that Muhammad Ali won at the Olympics was lost. However, in his autobiography he claims to have thrown it into the Ohio River.
- Question 7 of 10
7. Question
1 pointsWhat is Ali Shuffle?
CorrectAli Shuffle was a series of blurred foot moves that seemed like a dance. He performed this during his fight in Cleveland against ‘Big Cat’ Williams.
IncorrectAli Shuffle was a series of blurred foot moves that seemed like a dance. He performed this during his fight in Cleveland against ‘Big Cat’ Williams.
- Question 8 of 10
8. Question
1 pointsWhy was Ali stripped of his heavyweight?
CorrectMuhammad Ali refused to join the US Army during the Vietnam War. He said, “How can I kill somebody when I pray five times a day for peace?” He was also banned from boxing.
IncorrectMuhammad Ali refused to join the US Army during the Vietnam War. He said, “How can I kill somebody when I pray five times a day for peace?” He was also banned from boxing.
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- Question 9 of 10
9. Question
1 pointsWhat Muhammad Ali’s work as a prisoner?
CorrectMuhammad Ali was jailed for ten days for driving without a valid license. There his duty was to serve dinner to those on death row.
IncorrectMuhammad Ali was jailed for ten days for driving without a valid license. There his duty was to serve dinner to those on death row.
- Question 10 of 10
10. Question
1 pointsMuhammad Ali was suffering from which of these diseases?
CorrectMuhammad Ali was suffering from Parkinson’s disease and breathed his last on 3rd June, 2016.
IncorrectMuhammad Ali was suffering from Parkinson’s disease and breathed his last on 3rd June, 2016.
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