The Origin and Evolution of the Tennis Ball - Test
  • 1. In which century did tennis balls start being made from rubber?
A) 18th century
B) 19th century
C) 21st century
D) 20th century
  • 2. What is the primary color of modern tennis balls?
A) White
B) Orange
C) Green
D) Yellow
  • 3. Who standardized the size of tennis balls in professional play?
A) USTA (United States Tennis Association)
B) ATP (Association of Tennis Professionals)
C) ITF (International Tennis Federation)
D) WTA (Women's Tennis Association)
  • 4. What year was the first lawn tennis championship held?
A) 1877
B) 1865
C) 1890
D) 1880
  • 5. What is the diameter of an official tennis ball?
A) 4 to 4.5 cm
B) 6.54 to 6.86 cm
C) 7 to 7.5 cm
D) 5 to 5.5 cm
  • 6. Who was the first person to serve a tennis ball at the US Open?
A) Bill Tilden
B) Arthur Ashe
C) Pete Sampras
D) Richard Sears
  • 7. Which feature defines 'extra duty' tennis balls?
A) Smaller size
B) Thicker felt for durability
C) Softer core
D) Lighter weight
  • 8. What's the primary reason for using neon-yellow tennis balls in tournaments?
A) Durability
B) Cost-effectiveness
C) Visibility for players and spectators
D) Tradition
  • 9. Which country is credited with the invention of tennis?
A) USA
B) Italy
C) United Kingdom
D) France
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