SMU Mustangs defeat Notre Dame Fighting Irish in college football game in South Bend, IN

SMU Mustangs defeat Notre Dame Fighting Irish in college football game in South Bend, IN

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9th - 10th Grade

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Southern Methodist University (SMU) challenges unbeaten Notre Dame with a strong passing game led by Brad Benner. SMU takes an early lead, but Notre Dame ties the game using a novel eye formation. Despite this, SMU's passing wizardry, particularly by Benner, secures a 27-20 victory over Notre Dame.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What strategy did SMU use to gain an early lead against Notre Dame?

Wide open passing game

Special teams trick plays

Running the ball

Strong defensive plays

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Who was responsible for tying the game for Notre Dame in the second quarter?

Ben White

Johnny Mazur

Brad Benner

Rusty Russell

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the result of the fumble in the second quarter?

SMU scored another touchdown

The ball was returned to SMU

Notre Dame gained a scoring opportunity

The game was delayed

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How did SMU secure their victory against Notre Dame?

With a series of successful passes

Through a strong defensive stand

By running the ball effectively

By capitalizing on Notre Dame's penalties

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the final score of the game between SMU and Notre Dame?

27 to 20 in favor of Notre Dame

20 to 27 in favor of SMU

20 to 27 in favor of Notre Dame

27 to 20 in favor of SMU