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George McAvoy, 66, Canadian ice hockey player (Montreal Canadiens).
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|George Douglas McAvoy (June 21, 1931 – May 14, 1998) was a Canadian professional ice hockey defenceman who played four playoff games in the National Hockey League for the Montreal Canadiens during the 1954–55 season. The rest of his career, which lasted from 1951 to 1966, was spent in the minor leagues. McAvoy also played for the Canadian national team at the 1955 World Championships, winning a gold medal.
McAvoy was born in Edmonton, Alberta. He died on May 14, 1998.
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1.What was the full name of the Canadian ice hockey player featured in the biography?
- A.George William McAvoy
- B.George Albert McAvoy
- C.George Kenneth McAvoy
- D.George Douglas McAvoyCorrect
The biography explicitly identifies the subject as George Douglas McAvoy.
Source: biographical introduction
2.In which Canadian city was George Douglas McAvoy born?
- A.EdmontonCorrect
- B.Vancouver
- C.Montreal
- D.Toronto
George Douglas McAvoy was born in Edmonton, Alberta.
Source: biographical introduction
3.On what date was George Douglas McAvoy born?
- A.May 14, 1931
- B.June 21, 1931Correct
- C.May 14, 1955
- D.June 21, 1954
The biography states that George Douglas McAvoy was born on June 21, 1931.
Source: biographical introduction
4.What was George Douglas McAvoy's position on the ice?
- A.DefencemanCorrect
- B.Winger
- C.Goaltender
- D.Centre
George Douglas McAvoy was a professional ice hockey defenceman.
Source: biographical introduction
5.For which NHL team did George Douglas McAvoy play during the 1954-55 season?
- A.Edmonton Oilers
- B.Vancouver Canucks
- C.Toronto Maple Leafs
- D.Montreal CanadiensCorrect
George Douglas McAvoy played four playoff games for the Montreal Canadiens during the 1954-55 season.
Source: biographical introduction
6.How many playoff games did George Douglas McAvoy play in the National Hockey League?
- A.Six
- B.FourCorrect
- C.Eight
- D.Two
George Douglas McAvoy appeared in four playoff games for the Montreal Canadiens.
Source: biographical introduction
7.What was the duration of George Douglas McAvoy's professional ice hockey career?
- A.1951 to 1966Correct
- B.1955 to 1966
- C.1954 to 1955
- D.1950 to 1960
George Douglas McAvoy had a professional career that lasted from 1951 to 1966.
Source: biographical introduction
8.Aside from his time in the NHL, where did George Douglas McAvoy spend the majority of his professional career?
- A.College hockey
- B.Junior leagues
- C.Minor leaguesCorrect
- D.European leagues
The biography notes that the rest of his career was spent in the minor leagues.
Source: biographical introduction
9.In which international tournament did George Douglas McAvoy represent the Canadian national team?
- A.1960 Olympic Games
- B.1954 World Championships
- C.1966 Olympic Games
- D.1955 World ChampionshipsCorrect
George Douglas McAvoy played for the Canadian national team at the 1955 World Championships.
Source: biographical introduction
10.What medal did George Douglas McAvoy win at the 1955 World Championships?
- A.No medal
- B.Bronze
- C.GoldCorrect
- D.Silver
George Douglas McAvoy won a gold medal at the 1955 World Championships.
Source: biographical introduction
11.On what date did George Douglas McAvoy pass away?
- A.May 14, 1998Correct
- B.June 21, 1966
- C.May 14, 1966
- D.June 21, 1998
The text confirms that George Douglas McAvoy died on May 14, 1998.
Source: biographical introduction
12.How old was George Douglas McAvoy at the time of his death according to the biography?
- A.68
- B.69
- C.67
- D.66Correct
The opening summary of the biography states that George Douglas McAvoy was 66.
Source: biographical introduction
13.What was the primary league for most of George Douglas McAvoy's professional career?
- A.NHL
- B.Minor leaguesCorrect
- C.WHA
- D.AHL
The text states the rest of his career from 1951 to 1966 was spent in the minor leagues.
Source: biographical introduction
14.What is one of the listed sources for biographical information on George Douglas McAvoy?
- A.ESPN.com
- B.Sportsnet.ca
- C.Eliteprospects.comCorrect
- D.TSN.ca
Eliteprospects.com is listed as a source for biographical information and statistics.
Source: external links section
15.Which of the following describes the professional designation of George Douglas McAvoy?
- A.Ice hockey coach
- B.Ice hockey forward
- C.Ice hockey goaltender
- D.Ice hockey defencemanCorrect
George Douglas McAvoy is described as a Canadian professional ice hockey defenceman.
Source: biographical introduction
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