History of Hockey Trivia

The video explores the history of hockey, tracing its origins from ancient games to the formation of the NHL. It covers the development of early hockey clubs, the introduction of the Stanley Cup, and the rise of professional leagues. The video also highlights the impact of the Pacific Coast Hockey Association (PCHA) on modern hockey rules and the eventual dominance of the NHL.

What is the earliest known mention of the word 'hockey'?

• A letter from 1800

• A painting from the 1500s

• A book from 1773

• A carving from 2000 BC

Which university formed the first organized hockey club?

• Johns Hopkins University

• Yale University

• McGill University

• Harvard University

Who decided to buy a fancy silver bowl to present as a trophy for the best hockey team in Canada?

• Lord Stanley

• Governor General of Canada

• Prime Minister of Canada

• President of the United States

Which league became the first to employ professional hockey players?

• Ontario Hockey Association

• West Pennsylvania Hockey League

• Eastern Canada Hockey Association

• US Amateur Hockey League

What was the name of the league formed by the owner of the Renfrow Creamery Kings and a representative from the Wanderers?

• PCHA

• NHA

• WHA

• NHL

Which team won the first Stanley Cup final series in 1915?

• Seattle Metropolitans

• Vancouver Millionaires

• Montreal Canadiens

• Ottawa Senators

What was the reason for the only Stanley Cup final series that was started but never finished?

• World War I

• Spanish flu pandemic

• Player strike

• Arena fire

Which team became the first US team to win the Stanley Cup?

• Portland Rosebuds

• Seattle Metropolitans

• New York Rangers

• Boston Bruins

What significant change did the NHL make regarding the Stanley Cup in 1926?

• Awarded it to the winner of the NHL each season

• Allowed only Canadian teams to compete

• Introduced a new design for the cup

• Made it a biennial event

Which rule was NOT adopted by the NHL from the PCHA?

• Three 30-minute periods

• The goal crease

• The blue line

• Forward passing