CALCUTTA CUP

CALCUTTA CUP

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KG - University

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The video covers a rugby match between England and Scotland for the Calcutta Cup at Twickenham. England starts strong with an early penalty, but Scotland equalizes with a penalty goal by Ken Scotland. Despite efforts, England fails to score a try, resulting in a draw. The match highlights the competitive nature and historical significance of the Calcutta Cup.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the historical significance of the Calcutta Cup for Scotland?

Scotland is the current holder of the Cup.

Scotland won the Cup every year since 1950.

Scotland last held the Cup in 1950.

Scotland has never won the Calcutta Cup.

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How did England initially take the lead in the match?

With a drop goal.

Through a penalty kick by Risman.

By scoring a try.

By a conversion.

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Who scored the equalizing penalty goal for Scotland?

The referee

Twickenham

Ken Scotland

Risman

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What would be significant about England finishing the season without scoring a try?

They would automatically lose the match.

They would be disqualified.

They would win the Calcutta Cup.

It would be their first time ever.

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the final outcome of the match?

England won by a conversion.

The match ended in a draw.

England won by a try.

Scotland won by a penalty.