Maureen Connolly arrives in the US after her win at Wimbledon

Maureen Connolly arrives in the US after her win at Wimbledon

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Physical Ed, History, Arts

6th - 8th Grade

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Teenage tennis star Maureen Connolly, known as Little Mo, is celebrated for her remarkable achievements, including winning all four major championships. Despite her small stature, she has mastered every aspect of the game, even switching from her natural left-handedness through practice. Connolly recently returned to the U.S. after another successful Wimbledon, where she narrowly defeated Doris Hart. She looks forward to future competitions and tours in Europe.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What notable achievement does Maureen Connolly hold in the world of tennis?

Winning the US Open three times

Holding the record for most aces in a match

Being the youngest player to win Wimbledon

Winning all four major championships

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What significant change did Maureen Connolly make to improve her tennis game?

She changed her playing hand from left to right

She adopted a new serve technique

She started using a different type of racket

She switched from a one-handed to a two-handed backhand

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Where did Maureen Connolly rise to fame as a tennis champion?

New York

Los Angeles

San Diego

Chicago

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Who was Maureen Connolly's opponent in her recent close match at Wimbledon?

Margaret Court

Doris Hart

Billie Jean King

Chris Evert

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What are Maureen Connolly's plans for the next year?

To coach young players in the US

To retire from professional tennis

To return to Europe and compete again

To focus on doubles matches