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 throw in which the attacker grabs the opponent's arm and pulls them over their shoulder?

  1. O goshi

  2. Seoi nage

  3. Harai goshi

  4. Uchi mata
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
B Correct answer
Explanation

Seoi nage is the name of the throw in which the attacker grabs the opponent's arm and pulls them over their shoulder.

Multiple choice

Which of the following is a common takedown used in Brazilian jiu-jitsu?

  1. Double leg takedown

  2. Single leg takedown

  3. Hip throw

  4. All of the above
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
D Correct answer
Explanation

Double leg takedown, Single leg takedown, and Hip throw are all common takedowns used in Brazilian jiu-jitsu.

Multiple choice

What is the name of the takedown in which the attacker grabs the opponent's leg and pulls them to the ground?

  1. Single leg takedown

  2. Double leg takedown

  3. High crotch takedown

  4. All of the above
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
A Correct answer
Explanation

Single leg takedown is the name of the takedown in which the attacker grabs the opponent's leg and pulls them to the ground.

Multiple choice

Which of the following is a common throw used in aikido?

  1. Irimi nage

  2. Kote gaeshi

  3. Shiho nage

  4. All of the above
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
D Correct answer
Explanation

Irimi nage, Kote gaeshi, and Shiho nage are all common throws used in aikido.

Multiple choice

What is the name of the throw in which the attacker grabs the opponent's arm and leg and throws them to the ground?

  1. Harai goshi

  2. Uchi mata

  3. Seoi nage

  4. O soto gari
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
A Correct answer
Explanation

Harai goshi is the name of the throw in which the attacker grabs the opponent's arm and leg and throws them to the ground.

Multiple choice

Which of the following is a common takedown used in judo?

  1. Single leg takedown

  2. Double leg takedown

  3. High crotch takedown

  4. All of the above
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
Correct answer
Explanation

Single leg takedown, Double leg takedown, and High crotch takedown are all takedowns used in wrestling. Judo does not typically use these takedowns.

Multiple choice

What is the name of the throw in which the attacker grabs the opponent's head and neck and throws them to the ground?

  1. Tomoe nage

  2. Uki waza

  3. Kani basami

  4. All of the above
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
A Correct answer
Explanation

Tomoe nage is the name of the throw in which the attacker grabs the opponent's head and neck and throws them to the ground.

Multiple choice

Which of the following is a common throw used in taekwondo?

  1. Yoko geri

  2. Mae geri

  3. Mawashi geri

  4. All of the above
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
Correct answer
Explanation

Yoko geri, Mae geri, and Mawashi geri are all kicks used in taekwondo. Throws are not typically used in taekwondo.

Multiple choice

What is the name of the throw in which the attacker grabs the opponent's leg and throws them over their head?

  1. Uchi mata

  2. Seoi nage

  3. Harai goshi

  4. O soto gari
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
A Correct answer
Explanation

Uchi mata is the name of the throw in which the attacker grabs the opponent's leg and throws them over their head.

Multiple choice

Which of the following is a common takedown used in wrestling?

  1. Single leg takedown

  2. Double leg takedown

  3. High crotch takedown

  4. All of the above
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
D Correct answer
Explanation

Single leg takedown, Double leg takedown, and High crotch takedown are all common takedowns used in wrestling.

Multiple choice

What is the most common technique used to toss the sheaf?

  1. Overhead toss

  2. Underhand toss

  3. Sidearm toss

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

The overhead toss is the most widely used technique in Sheaf Toss, where the competitor lifts the sheaf overhead and releases it with a powerful upward motion.

Multiple choice

What is the proper stance for performing kettlebell swings?

  1. Feet shoulder-width apart, toes forward

  2. Feet wider than shoulder-width apart, toes turned out

  3. Feet narrow, toes pointed inward

  4. Feet staggered, one foot forward
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
A Correct answer
Explanation

The proper stance for kettlebell swings is with feet shoulder-width apart, toes facing forward, to ensure stability and proper weight distribution.

Multiple choice

Which of the following is a common wrestling technique used to take down an opponent?

  1. Double Leg Takedown

  2. Single Leg Takedown

  3. Arm Drag

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

The double leg takedown is a fundamental wrestling technique that involves grabbing both of the opponent's legs and driving them to the mat.

Multiple choice

What is the name of the wrestling style that emphasizes quick and agile movements?

  1. Freestyle Wrestling

  2. Greco-Roman Wrestling

  3. Folkstyle Wrestling

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

Freestyle wrestling is a style of wrestling that allows the use of both legs and arms to attack the opponent, making it a fast-paced and dynamic sport.

Multiple choice

Which wrestling style is known for its focus on throws and upper body techniques?

  1. Freestyle Wrestling

  2. Greco-Roman Wrestling

  3. Folkstyle Wrestling

  4. Catch Wrestling
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
B Correct answer
Explanation

Greco-Roman wrestling is a style of wrestling that prohibits the use of legs to attack the opponent, making it a more technical and strategic sport.