General Awareness
Combat Sports and Martial Arts
1,608 Questions
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
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Joey
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Richard
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Ross
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Frank Jr.
C
Correct answer
Explanation
Ross Geller learns karate (or "The Ultimate Fighting Challenge" as he calls it) in Friends, taking lessons to feel empowered and accidentally using moves on friends. Joey and Richard are not shown learning martial arts, and Frank Jr. has no such storyline.
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nun chucks
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shorin riu
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samurai
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bow staff
D
Correct answer
Explanation
This is Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles trivia. Donatello (misspelled 'donetello') is the team's technical expert and weapons specialist. His signature weapon is the bo staff, which is option D ('bow staff' is a misspelling). The other options are other turtles' weapons: nunchucks (Michelangelo), and shorin riu/samurai are incorrect associations.
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To prevent someone from entering a room by closing the door forcefully
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To focus on creating a disruption
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To showcase ones skills
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Forceful, dramatic move to re-enforce the obvious
D
Correct answer
Explanation
While 'Slam Dunk' originates from basketball, in a metaphorical sense, it refers to a forceful, dramatic action or an argument that is so strong it makes the conclusion obvious or certain. It signifies a 'sure thing' or a decisive move that leaves no room for doubt.
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Junior Flyweight
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Bantamweight
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Strawweight
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Featherweight
C
Correct answer
Explanation
Strawweight (also called Minimumweight) is the lightest professional boxing division at 105 lbs. Junior Flyweight is 108 lbs, Bantamweight is 118 lbs, and Featherweight is 126 lbs. Strawweight is the globally recognized minimum weight class.
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Rikishi and Yokozuna
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yumitori and shiki
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tsuna and tokoyama
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tachi-ai and Sumo-moji
A
Correct answer
Explanation
In sumo wrestling, 'Rikishi' is the common term for a professional sumo wrestler, and 'Yokozuna' is the highest rank a wrestler can achieve. The other options are either made-up terms or incorrect combinations - yumitori, shiki, tsuna, tokoyama, tachi-ai, and Sumo-moji are not the correct answers for these definitions.
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Tomb Stone- Undertaker
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Stunner- Austin
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Pedigree- HHH
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STFU- John Cena
B
Correct answer
Explanation
Stone Cold Steve Austin's 'Stone Cold Stunner' is widely regarded as one of the most popular and iconic finishing moves in WWE history, particularly for its crowd reaction and effectiveness in key storylines during the Attitude Era.
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Hell's Gate
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Tomb Stone
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Last Ride
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Choke Slam
A
Correct answer
Explanation
Hell's Gate, The Undertaker's submission finisher (a modified gogoplata), was briefly banned by WWE in 2007 after a segment where it appeared to cause legitimate injury to an opponent. The move was reinstated later with modified execution. This makes it the correct answer. Tombstone, Last Ride, and Choke Slam are also his signature moves but were never banned.
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Full Nelson Slam
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Stunner
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Brain Buster
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The FU
D
Correct answer
Explanation
John Cena's finishing move was called 'The FU' during 2006-2007. This move involved lifting an opponent onto his shoulders and then slamming them down. In 2009, the name was changed to 'Attitude Adjustment' due to WWE's shift to PG programming, but 'The FU' was the correct name for this period.
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Piertotum Locomotor
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Locomotor
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Anapneo
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Locomotor Mortis
D
Correct answer
Explanation
Locomotor Mortis is the Leg-Locker Curse that binds the victim's legs together, preventing them from walking. This is exactly what you need to stop someone from moving. Piertotum Locomotor animates statues, Locomotor alone doesn't lock legs, and Anapneo is a choking remedy spell.
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Avada Kedavra
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Sectumsempra
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Expelliarmus
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Densaugeo
B
Correct answer
Explanation
Sectumsempra is a dark curse invented by Severus Snape that slashes the victim as though they've been cut by an invisible sword, causing severe bleeding and pain. This matches the description of violent injury 'as though slashed by a sword.' Avada Kedavra kills instantly, Expelliarmus disarms, and Densaugeo enlarges teeth.
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Taekwondo
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Sumo
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Kung fu
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Tai chi
B
Correct answer
Explanation
Sumo is traditionally recognized as Japans national sport though it is not officially designated by law. This ancient form of wrestling has deep religious roots in Shinto rituals and continues to be culturally significant with professional wrestlers maintaining strict traditions.
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SoulKeeper
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Antimage
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Phantom Assasin
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Sniper
A
Correct answer
Explanation
In Dota 2, Soul Keeper (Terrorblade) historically has one of the highest base agility and agility growth rates in the game, surpassing Antimage, Phantom Assassin, and Sniper in total agility gain per level.
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Kusanagi
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Sword of Totsuka
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Samaheda
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White Light Chakra sabre
C
Correct answer
Explanation
Kisame Hoshigaki wields the living sword Samehada, which can absorb and consume chakra from opponents. The other options are legendary weapons from different characters: Kusanagi is Orochimaru's sword, Sword of Totsuka is wielded by Itachi (sealed in Susanoo), and White Light Chakra Sabre belonged to Kakashi's father Sakumo.
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Throwing lightning God Technique
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Flying thunder God Technique
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Moon's Eye
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Rasen Shuriken
B
Correct answer
Explanation
Minato Namikaze developed the Flying Thunder God Technique, a space-time ninjutsu that allows instant teleportation to marked locations. The Moon's Eye Plan is Madara's technique, Rasen Shuriken is Naruto's technique, and the first option is a misnamed variation.
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Any move that you make would result in a positional disadvantage for you
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Any move that you make would result in a positional disadvantage for your opponent
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Any move that you make would result in a draw
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Any move that you make would result in you to forfeit by time
A
Correct answer
Explanation
Zugzwang (German for 'compulsion to move') is a situation in chess where any move a player makes will worsen their position. It's a disadvantage because the player is forced to move - passing is not allowed in chess. The term is also used in game theory and other strategic contexts.