General Awareness

Combat Sports and Martial Arts

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Combat sports and martial arts include regulated fighting disciplines and traditional self defense systems from around the world. This section tests knowledge on various sports like boxing, fencing, Taekwondo, and regional martial arts. Such questions are common in general awareness sections.

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Combat Sports and Martial Arts Questions

Multiple choice

What is the name of the Japanese martial art that uses a wooden sword (bokken) and emphasizes mental discipline and self-control?

  1. Kendo

  2. Karate

  3. Aikido

  4. Iaido
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A Correct answer
Explanation

Kendo is a Japanese martial art that uses a wooden sword (bokken) and emphasizes mental discipline and self-control. It is a modern version of kenjutsu, which was practiced by samurai warriors in ancient Japan.

Multiple choice

Which martial art is known for its use of nunchakus, sai, and kama?

  1. Karate

  2. Kung Fu

  3. Kobudo

  4. Muay Thai
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C Correct answer
Explanation

Kobudo is a Japanese martial art that emphasizes the use of traditional Okinawan weapons, such as nunchakus, sai, and kama. It is often practiced alongside karate.

Multiple choice

What is the name of the Korean martial art that uses a long staff (bo) and emphasizes fluid movements and dynamic techniques?

  1. Taekwondo

  2. Karate

  3. Kung Fu

  4. Gumdo
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D Correct answer
Explanation

Gumdo is a Korean martial art that uses a long staff (bo) and emphasizes fluid movements and dynamic techniques. It is a modern version of gungdo, which was practiced by Korean soldiers in ancient times.

Multiple choice

Which martial art is known for its use of elbow strikes, knee strikes, and clinch fighting?

  1. Muay Thai

  2. Karate

  3. Kung Fu

  4. Boxing
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A Correct answer
Explanation

Muay Thai is a Thai martial art that emphasizes the use of elbow strikes, knee strikes, and clinch fighting. It is also known as the 'Art of Eight Limbs' because it uses eight points of contact: fists, elbows, knees, and shins.

Multiple choice

What is the name of the Chinese martial art that uses a variety of weapons, including swords, spears, and staffs?

  1. Wushu

  2. Kung Fu

  3. Tai Chi

  4. Wing Chun
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A Correct answer
Explanation

Wushu is a Chinese martial art that emphasizes the use of a variety of weapons, including swords, spears, and staffs. It is a modern version of kung fu, which was practiced by Chinese monks and warriors for centuries.

Multiple choice

Which martial art is known for its use of grappling techniques, throws, and ground fighting?

  1. Wrestling

  2. Karate

  3. Kung Fu

  4. Judo
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A Correct answer
Explanation

Wrestling is a martial art that emphasizes the use of grappling techniques, throws, and ground fighting. It is one of the oldest martial arts in the world and is practiced in many countries around the globe.

Multiple choice

What is the name of the Japanese martial art that uses a bamboo sword (shinai) and emphasizes speed and accuracy?

  1. Kendo

  2. Karate

  3. Iaido

  4. Kyudo
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
A Correct answer
Explanation

Kendo is a Japanese martial art that uses a bamboo sword (shinai) and emphasizes speed and accuracy. It is a modern version of kenjutsu, which was practiced by samurai warriors in ancient Japan.

Multiple choice

Which martial art is known for its use of circular kicks, spinning back kicks, and flying kicks?

  1. Karate

  2. Taekwondo

  3. Kung Fu

  4. Muay Thai
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B Correct answer
Explanation

Taekwondo is a Korean martial art that is known for its use of circular kicks, spinning back kicks, and flying kicks. It is one of the most popular martial arts in the world.

Multiple choice

What is the name of the Chinese martial art that emphasizes the use of short, powerful strikes and evasive footwork?

  1. Wing Chun

  2. Kung Fu

  3. Tai Chi

  4. Wushu
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A Correct answer
Explanation

Wing Chun is a Chinese martial art that emphasizes the use of short, powerful strikes and evasive footwork. It was developed by a woman named Yim Wing Chun in the 17th century.

Multiple choice

Which martial art is known for its use of pressure points, nerve strikes, and joint locks?

  1. Aikido

  2. Karate

  3. Kung Fu

  4. Kyokushin
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A Correct answer
Explanation

Aikido is a Japanese martial art that emphasizes the use of pressure points, nerve strikes, and joint locks. It was developed by Morihei Ueshiba in the early 20th century.

Multiple choice

Which grappling technique involves wrapping your arms around an opponent's waist and lifting them off the ground?

  1. Suplex

  2. Double Leg Takedown

  3. Guillotine Choke

  4. Triangle Choke
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B Correct answer
Explanation

A double leg takedown is a grappling technique where you grab both of your opponent's legs and lift them off the ground, bringing them to the mat.

Multiple choice

In Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, what is the term for a submission hold where you wrap your legs around your opponent's neck and apply pressure?

  1. Rear Naked Choke

  2. Triangle Choke

  3. Armbar

  4. Kimura
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B Correct answer
Explanation

A triangle choke is a submission hold where you wrap your legs around your opponent's neck and apply pressure, causing them to lose consciousness.

Multiple choice

Which grappling technique involves grabbing your opponent's arm and bending it in the opposite direction of the joint?

  1. Armbar

  2. Kimura

  3. Guillotine Choke

  4. Double Leg Takedown
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A Correct answer
Explanation

An armbar is a grappling technique where you grab your opponent's arm and bend it in the opposite direction of the joint, causing them to tap out.

Multiple choice

What is the term for a grappling technique where you grab your opponent's arm and wrap your legs around their head, applying pressure to their neck?

  1. Guillotine Choke

  2. Triangle Choke

  3. Kimura

  4. Double Leg Takedown
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A Correct answer
Explanation

A guillotine choke is a grappling technique where you grab your opponent's arm and wrap your legs around their head, applying pressure to their neck, causing them to lose consciousness.

Multiple choice

Which grappling technique involves grabbing your opponent's arm and shoulder and pulling them over your back, forcing them to the ground?

  1. Suplex

  2. Double Leg Takedown

  3. Kimura

  4. Triangle Choke
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
A Correct answer
Explanation

A suplex is a grappling technique where you grab your opponent's arm and shoulder and pull them over your back, forcing them to the ground.