Updated: May 19, 2005, 5:37 PM

Jedi Mastery: Page 3's 'Star Wars' Sports Quiz


YodaWhat's there to do in a "galaxy far, far away" -- as far as, sports and recreation are concerned? Whether it involves jumping a dangerous sarlacc pit or taking in a seemingly innocent game of chess, the serious times in the "Star Wars" universe seem to call for some serious action.

Whether you possess a "Sith" sense with the "Star Wars" saga or you consider yourself more of a "wookiee," you are bound to be challenged by the Page 3 "Star Wars" sports quiz. Use the force to navigate our 10 questions below and see how you rank.

  • 1) Underhanded: What is the poker-like game in which Han Solo reputedly won the Millenium Falcon from Lando?
  • 2) C-3PO'd: Chewbacca gets up in arms over a holographic chess match with R2-D2. C-3PO chimes in prompting Han to enter the fray. Which of the following lines is NOT part of the famous exchange?
  • 3) Canonball Run: In what time does Han Solo boast he has made the famed Kessel run?
  • 4) Right On Target: Upon reviewing the Death Star schematics, Luke assures others of his sure shot with the following quote, 'I used to bullseye _____ in my ______ back home. They're not much bigger than two meters.' Fill in the blanks.
  • 5) X-Winging It: During Luke's makeshift Dagobah training session, he successfully completes all of the following EXCEPT:
  • 6) The Pits: What is the name of the monster which Luke drops in on and eventually slays in Jabba's palace in Episode VI?
  • 7) Rubbing Is Racing: This crafty character, who is seen getting a pre-race rubdown by two Twi'lek masseuses, was the heavy favorite in the Boonta Eve event before he literally gets knocked out of the pod race by the young Anakin. Name him.
  • 8) Oakland's Tusken Raiders? In order to create the realistic crowd reactions of the Mos Espa Grand Arena, sound designer Ben Burtt reportedly recorded a ________________ game to capture some spectator sounds for the pod race.
  • 9) Attack Of The Drones: Name the two-headed announcer who provided running commentary for the Mos Espa Grand Arena faithful.
  • 10) Bend it Like: In Episode I, where Queen Amidala switches her identity, this one-time Indy sports movie star turned superstar steps in as Sabe, a handmaiden disguised as the Queen.

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