World Cups — Set 6

Correct Answer: A. India

• **India** = The first Asian Games were held in New Delhi, India.. • **It was officially opened by th** — It was officially opened by the first President of India, Dr.. • 💡 Wrong-option analysis: China: Rajendra Prasad.; Japan: This multi-sport event was designed to strengthen bonds between Asian nations.; Thailand: Not the correct answer.

Correct Answer: A. Bridge (Women)

• **Bridge (Women)** = It is the trophy for the world championship for women's national bridge teams.. • **It was first contested in 1974** — It was first contested in 1974.. • 💡 Wrong-option analysis: Sailing: Contract bridge is a popular card game played internationally at competitive levels.; Rowing: Not the correct answer; Chess: Not the correct answer.

Correct Answer: B. England

• **England** = England won their first-ever World Cup title in a dramatic final against New Zealand.. • **The match was decided by a bou** — The match was decided by a boundary count-back rule after the match and the super over ended in a tie.. • 💡 Wrong-option analysis: Australia: This was the first time the Men's World Cup final was decided in this manner.; New Zealand: Not the correct answer; India: Not the correct answer.

Correct Answer: A. Mixed Team

• **Mixed Team** = The Sudirman Cup is the world mixed team badminton championship held every two years.. • **It is named after Dick Sudirma** — It is named after Dick Sudirman, the founder of the Indonesian Badminton Association.. • 💡 Wrong-option analysis: Men's Singles: China has won the most titles in the history of this tournament.; Women's Singles: Not the correct answer; Men's Doubles: Not the correct answer.

Correct Answer: A. Uruguay

• **Uruguay** = Uruguay won the first tournament as the host nation.. • **They defeated Argentina 4-2 in** — They defeated Argentina 4-2 in the final held in Montevideo.. • 💡 Wrong-option analysis: Argentina: Uruguay was one of the dominant footballing powers in the early 20th century.; Italy: Not the correct answer; Brazil: Not the correct answer.

Correct Answer: B. Zurich

• **Zurich** = The headquarters of the Fédération Internationale de Football Association (FIFA) is in Zurich, Switzerland.. • **FIFA is the global governing b** — FIFA is the global governing body for association football, futsal, and beach soccer.. • 💡 Wrong-option analysis: Geneva: It is responsible for organizing all major football world cups.; London: Not the correct answer; Paris: Not the correct answer.

Correct Answer: A. Australia

• **Australia** = Australia won their seventh title by defeating England in the final held in Christchurch, New Zealand.. • **They went unbeaten throughout ** — They went unbeaten throughout the entire tournament.. • 💡 Wrong-option analysis: England: Australia is widely considered the greatest team in the history of women's cricket.; South Africa: Not the correct answer; India: Not the correct answer.

Correct Answer: B. Every 4 years

• **Every 4 years** = The Hockey World Cup is held every four years, bridging the gap between Olympic Games.. • **It is the most important inter** — It is the most important international field hockey competition outside of the Olympics.. • 💡 Wrong-option analysis: Every 5 years: The International Hockey Federation (FIH) is the organizing body.; Every 3 years: Not the correct answer; Every 2 years: Not the correct answer.

Correct Answer: D. Australia

• **Australia** = Australia defeated Sri Lanka in a rain-affected final in Barbados.. • **This was Australia's third con** — This was Australia's third consecutive title win.. • 💡 Wrong-option analysis: South Africa: Adam Gilchrist scored a famous 149 runs in that final match.; India: Not the correct answer; Sri Lanka: Not the correct answer.

Correct Answer: B. India

• **India** = India won the inaugural title by defeating Pakistan in the final by 5 runs.. • **The tournament was held in Sou** — The tournament was held in South Africa.. • 💡 Wrong-option analysis: England: This victory led to the birth of the Indian Premier League (IPL) and changed the economics of cricket.; Pakistan: Not the correct answer; Australia: Not the correct answer.