In rugby, why is it called a try?

Question

In rugby, why is it called a try?

Answer 1

When rugby began a "try" counted 3 points. But nowadays they changed it to 5 points.

Answer 2

Why do they call it a touchdown in American football when it doesn't have to be touched on the ground, the ball just has to go over the line

Answer 3

Because both teams tried really hard to get it. Once they get it, that what you a TRY.

Answer 4

Because they tried hard to get the ball over.

Answer 5

When rugby started in the 19th century, points were awarded for kicks only. By placing the ball behind the try line, the team could then "try" for a goal in order to get points. As the game developed, placing the ball started to count points, as well as the kick.

Answer 6

Because for those that play rugby it is much easier to spell than score.  Don't want to test the brain power to much now do we?

Answer 7

When Rugby started, a ball placed behind  the opponent's line would be three points. Converted (Kick over the posts) would get an extra two points.

Answer 8

A try (at goal) is the major way of scoring points in rugby league and rugby union. A try is scored when a player grounds the ball in the opposition's in-goal area (on or behind the try line), or alternatively touching the goalposts and ground at the same time. The scoring player must be holding on to the ball and using downward pressure when it is grounded.

So when you get the ball over the line it gives you the right to TRY for a goal.

Capiche?