"Air" Movie Quiz

Who was tasked with finding a new spokesperson for Nike's basketball shoes?

• Phil Knight

• Sonny Vaccaro

• Michael Jordan

• Rob Strasser

Why did Nike's executives initially consider Michael Jordan off limits?

• He was a fan of Adidas.

• He was too expensive.

• He had already signed with Converse.

• Both a) and b)

What convinced Sonny Vaccaro that Nike should pursue Michael Jordan?

• Michael's highlights in the NBA draft.

• An Arthur Ashe commercial.

• Michael's friendship with George Raveling.

• Nike's Air Sole technology.

Where did Sonny Vaccaro travel to convince Michael Jordan's family?

• Wilmington, North Carolina

• Beaverton, Oregon

• Chicago, Illinois

• New York City, New York

What prototype did Peter Moore prepare for Michael Jordan?

• Adidas Superstar

• Converse Chuck Taylor

• Nike Air Jordan

• Puma Clyde

How much did Nike assign from their budget to hire Michael Jordan?

• $100,000

• $250,000

• $500,000

• $1,000,000

What did Adidas offer Michael Jordan to try to match Nike's deal?

• A mansion

• A luxury car

• A private jet

• A lifetime supply of shoes

In what year did the events described in the passage take place?

• 1974

• 1982

• 1984

• 1990

Which company did Michael Jordan originally prefer over Nike?

• Adidas

• Converse

• Puma

• Reebok

Who coached Michael Jordan in the Olympic tournament?

• Sonny Vaccaro

• Phil Knight

• George Raveling

• David Falk