Golfer Ben Hogan honored in Fort Worth, TX

Golfer Ben Hogan honored in Fort Worth, TX

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History, Social Studies

9th - 10th Grade

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Fort Worth celebrates the homecoming of golf legend Ben Hogan and his wife Valerie. Hogan, who achieved a triple sweep by winning the US Open, Augusta Masters, and British Open, receives heartfelt tributes from his hometown. The celebration includes an official tribute at City Hall led by Mayor Pro Tem M.M. McKnight and Mayor Edgar Dean, followed by a luncheon at Hotel Texas where Hogan is honored with a plaque and lifetime membership in the Colonial Country Club. The event marks another historic day for Hogan, who overcame significant challenges to remain at the top of his profession.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which city rolled out the red carpet for Ben Hogan's homecoming?

New York

Los Angeles

Fort Worth

Chicago

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which major golf tournaments did Ben Hogan win?

US Open, Augusta Masters, and British Open

Augusta Masters, PGA Championship, and Ryder Cup

British Open, Ryder Cup, and US Open

The Masters, US Open, and PGA Championship

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Who led the official tribute to Ben Hogan at City Hall?

Governor of Texas

Mayor Pro Tem M.M. McKnight and Mayor Edgar Dean

President of the United States

CEO of the Colonial Country Club

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What honor was given to Ben Hogan at the Hotel Texas?

A key to the city

A lifetime membership in the Colonial Country Club

A new golf club set

A statue in his honor

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What did Ben Hogan and his wife Valerie overcome to achieve success?

Health issues

Financial difficulties

Great obstacles

Lack of support