History of Basketball Quiz

Where was the game of basketball first created?

• Chicago, Illinois

• New York City

• Los Angeles, California

• Springfield, Massachusetts

What was the original purpose of the game of basketball?

• To be played only outdoors

• To be a game for professional athletes

• To be a substitute for lacrosse

• To provide exercise without the roughness of football

What was the original name suggested for the game by one of James Naismith's students?

• Springfield Game

• Peach Basket Ball

• Basketball

• Naismith Ball

When was the first NCAA championship held?

• 1950

• 1945

• 1939

• 1920

Who established the Basketball Association of America in 1945?

• Earl Lloyd

• Nate Smith

• James Naismith

• Walter Brown

Which country was not part of the original eight countries that formed FIBA?

• Portugal

• Italy

• Germany

• Argentina

Who was the first black player in the NBA?

• James Naismith

• Walter Brown

• Earl Lloyd

• Nate Smith

In which year did FIBA have their first World Cup?

• 1960

• 1945

• 1950

• 1936

What was the original number of players per side in a basketball team?

• 5

• 9

• 7

• 11

What was the original material used for the basketball jerseys?

• White cotton

• Black wool

• Red silk

• Black polyester