Rugby Union Quiz

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Last updated: December 14, 2015
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First submittedAugust 28, 2015
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What is the term for dropping the ball forwards?
Knock on
What is the name of the Rugby World Cup trophy?
Webb Ellis Cup
What letter do rugby posts resemble?
H
Which international team are known as the Pumas?
Argentina
Who is the top scoring international player?
Dan Carter
What is the term for dodging an opponent using footwork?
Sidestep
What was Sam Warburton given a red card for during the 2011 World Cup?
Spear Tackle
How many points is a try worth?
5
Where is referee Craig Joubert from?
South Africa
Which position is also a seedy profession, often done by women?
Hooker
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Which country is hosting the 2015 Rugby World Cup?
England
What skill is Jonny Wilkinson particularly famous for?
Dropkick
Which country plays in a black kit?
New Zealand
Which direction can the ball not be passed in?
Forward
What is the name of the protective headgear worn by some players?
Scrum cap
What is the nickname for the South African team?
Springboks
What number does the full back wear?
15
What is the term for a throw in?
Line out
What would you be penalised for if tackling above the shoulders?
High tackle
What team did England play in the first ever international fixture?
Scotland
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Level 47
Aug 31, 2015
Please accept Webb Ellis only. It is in fact the the Webb Ellis Trophy. I tried everything and saw afterwards that you had to write "Cup".

Also, Wilkinson was famous for conversions too, so accepting "kicking" would be a fair answer.

Nice quiz, thanks

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Level 28
Sep 4, 2015
Added those answers, appreciate your feedback :)