Which sport was originally known as Mintonette?
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Basketball
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VolleyBall
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Lawn Tennis
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Football
B
Correct answer
Explanation
Volleyball is correct - when William G. Morgan invented the sport in 1895, he originally called it 'Mintonette' as a gentler alternative to basketball. It was later renamed volleyball when players observed the 'volleying' nature of the game.