WONDER #490: Why Do Referees Wear Stripes?

Question 1 of 3

According to legend, who invented the striped referee uniform?

1. Lloyd Olds
2. Benjamin Franklin
3. Betsy Ross
4. Jonathan Nike

Question 2 of 3

The term referee got its start in which sport?

1. football
2. basketball
3. baseball
4. soccer

Question 3 of 3

Which of the following is NOT an alternative term for referee?

1. umpire
2. judge
3. linesman
4. coach

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