John Tenta

High school (ages 12+)
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1. When was John Tenta born?June 22, 1963
2. Where was John Tenta born?Canada
3. What is the sumo career name?Kototenzan
4. What is the primary WWF persona?Earthquake
5. What is John Tenta known for?John Tenta was a Canadian wrestler who started as a sumo champion and later became the WWF superstar Earthquake.
6. Why did John Tenta change his wrestling name to Earthquake?He chose the name Earthquake to match his huge size and to portray a powerful, natural force in the ring.

Rikishi: A professional sumo wrestler, a term derived from the Japanese word for 'strong man'.
Squared Circle: A common slang term for a professional wrestling ring, referring to its four-sided shape.
Feud: A prolonged storyline rivalry between two or more wrestlers, often involving intense personal animosity and dramatic confrontations.
Induction: The act of being formally admitted into an organization or group, such as a Hall of Fame, recognizing significant achievements.