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Ward Burton is the younger brother of Jeff Burton.
Answer: False
Explanation: Ward Burton is the older brother of fellow NASCAR driver and broadcaster Jeff Burton.
Ward Burton was born in South Boston, Virginia, on October 25, 1961.
Answer: False
Explanation: Ward Burton was born on October 25, 1961, in Danville, Virginia, although he considers South Boston, Virginia, his hometown.
Ward Burton's earliest known ancestor, Richard Burton, arrived at the Plymouth Colony.
Answer: False
Explanation: Ward Burton's earliest known ancestor, Richard Burton, arrived at the Jamestown Colony, not the Plymouth Colony.
What is Ward Burton's relationship to Jeb Burton?
Answer: Jeb Burton is Ward's son.
Explanation: Ward Burton is the father of current NASCAR Xfinity Series driver Jeb Burton.
When and where was Ward Burton born?
Answer: October 25, 1961, in Danville, Virginia
Explanation: Ward Burton was born on October 25, 1961, in Danville, Virginia.
Ward Burton's family ancestry can be traced back to which early American settlement?
Answer: Jamestown Colony
Explanation: Ward Burton's family ancestry can be traced back through Colonial Virginia, with his earliest known ancestor having arrived at the Jamestown Colony.
Ward Burton is primarily known for his career in Formula 1 racing.
Answer: False
Explanation: Ward Burton is primarily known as an American former professional stock car racing driver, with a notable career in NASCAR, not Formula 1.
Ward Burton's best championship finish in the NASCAR Cup Series was 6th place.
Answer: False
Explanation: Ward Burton's best championship finish in the NASCAR Cup Series was 9th place in 1999, not 6th place.
Ward Burton competed in 375 races in the NASCAR Cup Series over a period of 13 years.
Answer: True
Explanation: Ward Burton competed in 375 races in the NASCAR Cup Series over a span of 13 years.
Ward Burton accumulated 5 wins, 82 top-ten finishes, and 7 pole positions in his NASCAR Cup Series career.
Answer: True
Explanation: In his NASCAR Cup Series career, Ward Burton achieved a total of 5 wins, 82 top-ten finishes, and 7 pole positions.
Ward Burton's first NASCAR Cup Series team was A.G. Dillard Motorsports, driving the No. 31 Chevrolet.
Answer: True
Explanation: In the 1994 NASCAR Winston Cup Series, Ward Burton's first team was A.G. Dillard Motorsports, where he drove the No. 31 Chevrolet.
Which of the following is NOT one of Ward Burton's significant achievements in the NASCAR Cup Series?
Answer: Winning three consecutive championships
Explanation: Ward Burton achieved a career-high ninth-place finish in points in 1999, and won the 2001 Southern 500 and 2002 Daytona 500. There is no record of him winning three consecutive championships.
How many races did Ward Burton run in the NASCAR Cup Series?
Answer: 375 races
Explanation: Ward Burton competed in 375 races in the NASCAR Cup Series over a 13-year period.
What was Ward Burton's best championship finish in the NASCAR Cup Series?
Answer: 9th place
Explanation: Ward Burton's best championship finish in the NASCAR Cup Series was 9th place, achieved in 1999.
What were Ward Burton's total pole positions in the NASCAR Cup Series?
Answer: 7 poles
Explanation: In his NASCAR Cup Series career, Ward Burton accumulated 7 pole positions.
What was Ward Burton's first team and car number in the 1994 NASCAR Winston Cup Series?
Answer: A.G. Dillard Motorsports, No. 31
Explanation: In the 1994 NASCAR Winston Cup Series, Ward Burton's first team was A.G. Dillard Motorsports, and he drove the No. 31 Chevrolet.
What was the primary sponsor of Ward Burton's racecar depicted in the 1997 image?
Answer: MBNA
Explanation: The image shows Ward Burton's MBNA-sponsored racecar from 1997.
Ward Burton won both the 2002 Daytona 500 and the 2001 Southern 500 during his NASCAR Cup Series career.
Answer: True
Explanation: Ward Burton's significant achievements in the NASCAR Cup Series include winning the 2002 Daytona 500 and the 2001 Southern 500.
Ward Burton's first NASCAR Cup Series win was at Daytona International Speedway.
Answer: False
Explanation: Ward Burton's first NASCAR Cup Series win was the 1995 AC Delco 400 at Rockingham, not Daytona International Speedway.
In 1999, Ward Burton achieved three second-place finishes, and in all three races, his brother Jeff Burton was the winner.
Answer: True
Explanation: In the 1999 NASCAR Cup Series season, Ward Burton scored three second-place finishes, and on all three occasions, his brother Jeff Burton won the race.
Ward Burton won the Mall.com 400 at Darlington Raceway in the 2001 NASCAR Winston Cup Series.
Answer: False
Explanation: Ward Burton won the Mall.com 400 at Darlington Raceway in the 2000 NASCAR Winston Cup Series, not 2001.
Ward Burton won the 2002 Daytona 500 after Sterling Marlin was penalized for an illegal repair attempt during a red flag.
Answer: True
Explanation: Ward Burton secured his 2002 Daytona 500 victory after Sterling Marlin, who was leading, incurred a penalty for attempting to fix a damaged fender during a red flag period.
At Bristol in 2002, Ward Burton famously threw his helmet at Dale Earnhardt Jr.'s car after being spun out.
Answer: False
Explanation: At Bristol in 2002, Ward Burton threw his heel pads at Dale Earnhardt Jr.'s car after being spun out, not his helmet.
Ward Burton finished 1st in the 1995 Daytona 500.
Answer: False
Explanation: In the 1995 Daytona 500, Ward Burton finished in 15th place, not 1st place.
In his winning 2002 Daytona 500 race, Ward Burton started from the pole position.
Answer: False
Explanation: In the 2002 Daytona 500, which Ward Burton won, he started in 19th position, not from the pole position.
Jeff Gordon preceded Ward Burton as the Southern 500 winner in 2001.
Answer: False
Explanation: Bobby Labonte preceded Ward Burton as the Southern 500 winner in 2001; Jeff Gordon succeeded him.
Where did Ward Burton secure his first NASCAR Cup Series win?
Answer: Rockingham
Explanation: Ward Burton's first NASCAR Cup Series win was the 1995 AC Delco 400 at Rockingham.
What notable occurrence happened in 1999 when Ward Burton scored three second-place finishes?
Answer: His brother Jeff Burton won all three of those races.
Explanation: In the 1999 NASCAR Cup Series season, Ward Burton scored three second-place finishes, and on all three occasions, his brother Jeff Burton won the race.
What significant race did Ward Burton win in the 2000 NASCAR Winston Cup Series?
Answer: Mall.com 400 at Darlington Raceway
Explanation: In the 2000 NASCAR Winston Cup Series, Ward Burton won the Mall.com 400 at Darlington Raceway.
Why was Ward Burton forced to retire from the 2001 Daytona 500 despite leading the most laps?
Answer: Involvement in a multi-car accident
Explanation: During the 2001 Daytona 500, Ward Burton led the most laps but was forced to retire after being involved in a multi-car accident known as 'the Big One'.
How did Ward Burton ultimately secure his victory in the 2002 Daytona 500?
Answer: Sterling Marlin incurred a penalty for an illegal repair attempt.
Explanation: Ward Burton secured his 2002 Daytona 500 victory after Sterling Marlin, who was leading, incurred a penalty for attempting to fix a damaged fender during a red flag period.
What unusual action did Ward Burton take at Bristol in 2002 after Dale Earnhardt Jr. bumped him?
Answer: He threw his heel pads at Earnhardt Jr.'s car.
Explanation: At Bristol in 2002, after Dale Earnhardt Jr. bumped Ward Burton, Burton responded by throwing his heel pads at Earnhardt's car in frustration.
What was Ward Burton's finishing position in the 1995 Daytona 500?
Answer: 15th place
Explanation: In the 1995 Daytona 500, Ward Burton started in 21st position and finished in 15th place.
In his winning 2002 Daytona 500 race, what was Ward Burton's starting position?
Answer: 19th
Explanation: In the 2002 Daytona 500, which Ward Burton won, he started in 19th position.
Who succeeded Ward Burton as the Southern 500 winner in 2001?
Answer: Jeff Gordon
Explanation: Jeff Gordon succeeded Ward Burton as the Southern 500 winner in 2001.
What was the name of the race Ward Burton won at Darlington Raceway in 2000?
Answer: Mall.com 400
Explanation: In the 2000 NASCAR Winston Cup Series, Ward Burton won the Mall.com 400 at Darlington Raceway.
Ward Burton competed in over 200 races in the NASCAR Xfinity Series.
Answer: False
Explanation: Ward Burton competed in 161 races in the NASCAR Xfinity Series, not over 200.
Ward Burton's first NASCAR Busch Series win occurred in 1990.
Answer: False
Explanation: Ward Burton secured his first NASCAR Busch Series win on February 29, 1992, at Rockingham.
In his final full-time Busch Series season in 1993, Ward Burton finished sixth in the points standings.
Answer: True
Explanation: In his final full-time Busch Series season in 1993, Ward Burton achieved three wins and ultimately placed sixth in the final points standings.
Ward Burton drove for Sam Ard Racing and Falcon Racing in the 1990 NASCAR Busch Series.
Answer: True
Explanation: In the 1990 NASCAR Busch Series, Ward Burton drove for Sam Ard Racing and Falcon Racing, among others.
Ward Burton's last appearance in the NASCAR Busch Series was with Brewco Motorsports in 2007.
Answer: True
Explanation: Ward Burton's last appearance in the NASCAR Busch Series in 2007 was with Brewco Motorsports, driving the No. 27 Ford.
How many races did Ward Burton compete in during his NASCAR Xfinity Series career?
Answer: 161 races
Explanation: Ward Burton competed in 161 races in the NASCAR Xfinity Series over a period of 10 years.
What was Ward Burton's highest championship finish in the NASCAR Xfinity Series?
Answer: 6th place
Explanation: Ward Burton's best championship finish in the NASCAR Xfinity Series was 6th place, achieved in 1993.
When did Ward Burton achieve his first win in the NASCAR Busch Series?
Answer: 1992
Explanation: Ward Burton secured his first NASCAR Busch Series win on February 29, 1992, at Rockingham.
In the 1990 NASCAR Busch Series, which manufacturer did Ward Burton drive for while with Sam Ard Racing?
Answer: Buick
Explanation: In the 1990 NASCAR Busch Series, Ward Burton drove a No. 5 Buick for Sam Ard Racing.
Ward Burton drove for Hendrick Motorsports from 1995 to 2003 in the NASCAR Cup Series.
Answer: False
Explanation: From 1995 to 2003, Ward Burton primarily drove for Bill Davis Racing in the NASCAR Cup Series, not Hendrick Motorsports.
Ward Burton joined Haas CNC Racing in late 2003, driving the No. 0 NetZero-sponsored Pontiac.
Answer: True
Explanation: Ward Burton left Bill Davis Racing with four races remaining in the 2003 season to begin driving the No. 0 NetZero-sponsored Pontiac for Haas CNC Racing.
After being a free agent for one season, Ward Burton returned to the Sprint Cup Series in 2006.
Answer: False
Explanation: Ward Burton returned to the Sprint Cup Series late in the 2006 season after two seasons as a free agent, not one.
Ward Burton was released from Morgan-McClure Motorsports in 2007 due to a lack of sponsorship.
Answer: False
Explanation: Ward Burton was released from Morgan-McClure Motorsports in 2007 so the team could 'evaluate performance,' and the team subsequently closed down, rather than specifically due to a lack of sponsorship.
Ward Burton returned to NASCAR in 2012 to compete in the Camping World Truck Series, racing alongside his son Jeb.
Answer: True
Explanation: Ward Burton returned to NASCAR in 2012, signing with Hillman Racing to compete in the Camping World Truck Series, including selected races as a teammate to his son Jeb.
In 2013, Ward Burton became a team owner for Turner Scott Motorsports.
Answer: False
Explanation: In 2013, Ward Burton joined Turner Scott Motorsports as a driver coach, not a team owner.
Turner Scott Motorsports shut down in 2014 due to internal management disputes.
Answer: False
Explanation: Turner Scott Motorsports shut down in early 2014 because the team's primary sponsor defaulted on a payment, not due to internal management disputes.
Ward Burton finished 8th in his only NASCAR Camping World Truck Series race.
Answer: True
Explanation: In his only NASCAR Camping World Truck Series race, the 2012 NextEra Energy Resources 250 at Daytona, Ward Burton finished in 8th place.
Ward Burton's last NASCAR Cup Series race was the 2007 Subway 500 at Martinsville.
Answer: True
Explanation: Ward Burton's last NASCAR Cup Series race was indeed the 2007 Subway 500 at Martinsville.
Which team did Ward Burton primarily drive for in the NASCAR Cup Series from 1995 to 2003?
Answer: Bill Davis Racing
Explanation: From 1995 to 2003, Ward Burton primarily drove for Bill Davis Racing in the NASCAR Cup Series.
Which team did Ward Burton join late in the 2003 season after leaving Bill Davis Racing?
Answer: Haas CNC Racing
Explanation: Ward Burton left Bill Davis Racing with four races remaining in the 2003 season to join Haas CNC Racing.
After how many seasons as a free agent did Ward Burton return to the Sprint Cup Series in late 2006?
Answer: Two seasons
Explanation: Ward Burton returned to the Sprint Cup Series late in the 2006 season after two seasons as a free agent.
What was the primary reason for Turner Scott Motorsports shutting down in early 2014, impacting Ward Burton's coaching role?
Answer: The team's primary sponsor defaulted on a payment.
Explanation: Turner Scott Motorsports shut down just before the start of the 2014 season because the team's primary sponsor defaulted on a payment.
What was Ward Burton's team and car number for his single race in the 2012 NASCAR Camping World Truck Series?
Answer: Hillman Racing, No. 27
Explanation: For his single race in the 2012 NASCAR Camping World Truck Series, Ward Burton drove the No. 27 Chevrolet for Hillman Racing.
What was Ward Burton's finishing position in his only NASCAR Camping World Truck Series race?
Answer: 8th place
Explanation: In his only NASCAR Camping World Truck Series race, the 2012 NextEra Energy Resources 250 at Daytona, Ward Burton finished in 8th place.
Ward Burton's last NASCAR Cup Series race was the 2007 Subway 500 at which track?
Answer: Martinsville
Explanation: Ward Burton's last NASCAR Cup Series race was the 2007 Subway 500 at Martinsville.
What was the car number Ward Burton drove for Morgan-McClure Motorsports in his final full-time season in 2007?
Answer: No. 4
Explanation: Ward Burton's final team in the 2007 NASCAR Nextel Cup Series was Morgan-McClure Motorsports, where he drove the No. 4 Chevrolet.
In what year did Ward Burton join Turner Scott Motorsports as a driver coach?
Answer: 2013
Explanation: In 2013, Ward Burton joined Turner Scott Motorsports as a driver coach.
The Ward Burton Wildlife Foundation focuses on preserving wildlife habitats and promoting outdoor activities.
Answer: True
Explanation: The Ward Burton Wildlife Foundation is a conservation and sportsmen's organization dedicated to preserving wildlife habitats and promoting outdoor activities.
Virginia Governor Mark Warner appointed Ward Burton to the Virginia Board of Game and Inland Fisheries in 2005.
Answer: True
Explanation: On November 1, 2005, then Virginia Governor Mark Warner appointed Ward Burton to the Virginia Board of Game and Inland Fisheries.
Ward Burton has been a spokesperson for Virginia's state parks since 2003.
Answer: True
Explanation: Ward Burton has served as a spokesperson for Virginia's 34 state parks since 2003, promoting their conservation and recreational aspects.
Ward Burton received The Governor's Environmental Excellence Award in 2008.
Answer: True
Explanation: Ward Burton received The Governor's Environmental Excellence Award in 2008 for his contributions to conservation.
Ward Burton is an honorary co-leader for fundraising efforts at the Virginia Museum of Fine Arts.
Answer: False
Explanation: Ward Burton is an honorary co-leader for fundraising efforts at the Virginia Natural History Museum in Martinsville, not the Virginia Museum of Fine Arts.
Ward Burton collaborates with the Natural Resources Conservation Service to promote forest conservation.
Answer: False
Explanation: Ward Burton partners with the Natural Resources Conservation Service to raise awareness about the critical need to protect and create additional wetlands, not specifically forest conservation.
Ward Burton assists 4-H clubs in Alabama and Virginia with wildlife enhancement programs on his foundation's land.
Answer: True
Explanation: Ward Burton is involved with 4-H clubs in Alabama and Virginia by assisting them in conducting wildlife enhancement programs on land owned by his foundation.
Ward Burton serves on the Board of Directors for the Patrick Henry Memorial Foundation.
Answer: True
Explanation: Ward Burton currently serves as a member of the Board of Directors for the Patrick Henry Memorial Foundation in Brookneal, Virginia.
The Ward Burton Wildlife Foundation is a political lobbying group for sportsmen's rights.
Answer: False
Explanation: The Ward Burton Wildlife Foundation is a conservation and sportsmen's organization dedicated to preserving wildlife habitats and promoting outdoor activities, not primarily a political lobbying group.
What is Ward Burton's primary occupation outside of racing?
Answer: Operates the Ward Burton Wildlife Foundation
Explanation: Ward Burton's primary occupation outside of racing is operating the Ward Burton Wildlife Foundation, a conservation and sportsmen's organization.
What political appointment did Ward Burton receive in Virginia in 2005?
Answer: Virginia Board of Game and Inland Fisheries
Explanation: On November 1, 2005, Virginia Governor Mark Warner appointed Ward Burton to the Virginia Board of Game and Inland Fisheries.
Since what year has Ward Burton served as a spokesperson for Virginia's state parks?
Answer: 2003
Explanation: Ward Burton has served as a spokesperson for Virginia's 34 state parks since 2003.
What environmental award did Ward Burton receive in 2008?
Answer: The Governor's Environmental Excellence Award
Explanation: Ward Burton received The Governor's Environmental Excellence Award in 2008 for his contributions to conservation.
With which organization does Ward Burton partner to raise awareness about the need to protect and create additional wetlands?
Answer: Natural Resources Conservation Service
Explanation: Ward Burton partners with the Natural Resources Conservation Service to raise awareness about the critical need to protect and create additional wetlands across America.
What board of directors does Ward Burton currently serve on?
Answer: Patrick Henry Memorial Foundation
Explanation: Ward Burton currently serves as a member of the Board of Directors for the Patrick Henry Memorial Foundation in Brookneal, Virginia.
Who was the Virginia Governor who appointed Ward Burton to the Virginia Board of Game and Inland Fisheries in 2005?
Answer: Mark Warner
Explanation: On November 1, 2005, then Virginia Governor Mark Warner appointed Ward Burton to the Virginia Board of Game and Inland Fisheries.
Which of the following is NOT a conservation or public service role Ward Burton has held?
Answer: President of the National Park Service
Explanation: Ward Burton has served as a spokesperson for Virginia's state parks, is an honorary co-leader for Virginia Natural History Museum fundraising, and partners with the Natural Resources Conservation Service. There is no information indicating he was President of the National Park Service.