1954 in Sports: Connolly wins Wimbledon but is injured in horse accident; Furgol and Snead defeat Hogan in the US Open a

1954 in Sports: Connolly wins Wimbledon but is injured in horse accident; Furgol and Snead defeat Hogan in the US Open a

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Sports, History, Physical Ed

9th - 10th Grade

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The video highlights Maureen Connolly's dominance in tennis until an accident halted her career in 1954. It then shifts to golf, detailing Ben Hogan's attempt to win consecutive Masters titles, ultimately losing to Sammy Snead. Finally, it covers Ed Fergo's inspiring victory in the U.S. Open, overcoming physical challenges to achieve success.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was Maureen Connolly's nickname in the tennis world?

Big Mo

Little Mo

Court Star

Tennis Queen

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What event caused Maureen Connolly to pause her tennis career in 1954?

A tennis injury

A car accident

A horseback riding accident

A skiing accident

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Who won the Masters title by defeating Ben Hogan in a playoff?

Jack Nicklaus

Ed Fergo

Arnold Palmer

Sammy Snead

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was Ed Fergo's notable achievement in the U.S. Open?

Winning by a large margin

Winning his first tournament

Overcoming a physical handicap to win

Setting a new course record

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was Ed Fergo's winning score in the U.S. Open?

.280

.282

.286

.284