The World of Sports Quiz

What is the national game of Japan that involves grappling techniques?

1. Judo
2. Sumo wrestling
3. Karate
4. Taekwondo

Answer: (b) Sumo wrestling

Fill in the blank: The Olympic Games are held every ______ years, alternating between Summer and Winter Games.

1. three
2. two
3. five
4. four

Answer: (d) four

Consider the following statements: 1. E-sports require physical strength more than mental skill. 2. Chess is a recognised Olympic event. Which is true?

1. Only 1 is true
2. Only 2 is true
3. Both are true
4. Neither is true

Answer: (d) Neither is true

In football, what does the term 'offside' refer to?

1. A player blocking the goalkeeper
2. A foul inside the penalty box
3. A player being ahead of the last defender before the ball is passed
4. A throw-in violation

Answer: (c) A player being ahead of the last defender before the ball is passed

In track events, what is the standard distance for the longest Olympic sprint?

1. 400 metres
2. 200 metres
3. 100 metres
4. 800 metres

Answer: (a) 400 metres

Which sport is considered the national game of Canada?

1. Baseball
2. Rugby
3. Basketball
4. Ice Hockey

Answer: (d) Ice Hockey

Match the item to the sport it belongs to: Item Sport 1. Shuttlecock a. Tennis 2. Puck b. Badminton 3. Bat c. Ice Hockey 4. Racket d. Cricket

1. 1-b, 2-c, 3-a, 4-d
2. 1-b, 2-c, 3-d, 4-a
3. 1-c, 2-a, 3-d, 4-b
4. 1-d, 2-b, 3-a, 4-c

Answer: (b) 1-b, 2-c, 3-d, 4-a

Which of the following is not an Olympic sport?

1. Trampoline
2. Fencing
3. Polo
4. Archery

Answer: (c) Polo

In which sport do players often compete on clay, grass, and hard courts?

1. Tennis
2. Badminton
3. Volleyball
4. Table Tennis

Answer: (a) Tennis

Fill in the blank: The first modern Olympic Games were held in ________ in the year 1896.

1. Rome
2. Paris
3. Athens
4. Berlin

Answer: (c) Athens