Strike it Big: Bowling Quiz

Strike it Big: Bowling Quiz

Test your knowledge of the game of bowling with this fun quiz! See how many strikes you can score.

published on April 06
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How many pins are in a standard bowling lane?

10
12
8
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What is the term for knocking down all the pins with one throw?

Strike
Spare
Gutterball
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How many frames are in a standard game of bowling?

10
12
9
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Which hand is typically used to throw a bowling ball?

Right
Left
Either hand
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What is the maximum score possible in a game of bowling?

What is the maximum score possible in a game of bowling?
300
200
250
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What is the name of the phenomenon where a ball hooks into the pocket at the last moment for a strike?

What is the name of the phenomenon where a ball hooks into the pocket at the last moment for a strike?
Brooklyn strike
Split
Turkey
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What is the term for the area at the end of the lane where pins are placed?

Pin deck
Foul line
Gutter
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Which of the following is NOT a type of ball used in bowling?

Which of the following is NOT a type of ball used in bowling?
Football ball
Urethane ball
Plastic ball
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What is the term for the area at the beginning of the alley where bowlers stand?

Approach
Foul line
Gutter
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What is the term for three strikes in a row?

Turkey
Spare
Brooklyn
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What is the name of the organization that governs the rules of bowling in the United States?

USBC
IBF
PBA
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When did bowling become an official Olympic sport?

1988
1964
2004