Oklahoma beats Maryland in the 1956 Orange Bowl

Oklahoma beats Maryland in the 1956 Orange Bowl

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History, Physical Ed, Social Studies

9th - 10th Grade

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The Orange Bowl featured a clash between unbeaten Oklahoma Sooners and Maryland. Maryland took an early lead with Ed Verbe's touchdown. Oklahoma responded with Tommy McDonald's play, tying the game. Oklahoma then took control with touchdowns from Carl Dodd and Jay O'Neill. A final interception and touchdown by Dodd secured Oklahoma's 20-6 victory.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the initial score after Maryland's Ed Verbe scored a touchdown?

7-0 in favor of Oklahoma

7-0 in favor of Maryland

6-0 in favor of Oklahoma

6-0 in favor of Maryland

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Who made a significant 33-yard return for Oklahoma in the third quarter?

Jim Harris

Tommy McDonald

Jay O'Neill

Bob Burris

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which player scored a touchdown for Oklahoma by going around the right end?

Jim Harris

Jay O'Neill

Tommy McDonald

Carl Dodd

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Who carried the ball for Oklahoma's second touchdown in the third quarter?

Jim Harris

Tommy McDonald

Jay O'Neill

Bob Burris

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How many yards did Carl Dodd run for a touchdown after intercepting a pass?

82 yards

33 yards

50 yards

100 yards