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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

Which of the following is a common blocking technique in Karate that involves raising the forearm to protect the face?

  1. Age Uke

  2. Soto Uke

  3. Uchi Uke

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

Age Uke is an upward block that protects the face from strikes coming from above.

Multiple choice

In Judo, what is the blocking technique where the defender uses their forearm to deflect an opponent's attack to the side?

  1. Ude-uke

  2. Soto-uke

  3. Uchi-uke

  4. Shuto-uke
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
B Correct answer
Explanation

Soto-uke is an outward block that deflects an opponent's attack to the side.

Multiple choice

Which blocking technique in Taekwondo involves using the palm of the hand to block an incoming punch?

  1. Ap Chagi

  2. Dollyo Chagi

  3. Momtong Makgi

  4. Sonnal Makgi
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
D Correct answer
Explanation

Sonnal Makgi is a palm block that is used to defend against punches.

Multiple choice

In Muay Thai, what is the blocking technique where the defender uses their elbow to block an opponent's strike?

  1. Teep

  2. Roundhouse Kick

  3. Elbow Block

  4. Knee Strike
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
C Correct answer
Explanation

Elbow Block is a defensive technique used to protect against strikes to the head or body.

Multiple choice

Which blocking technique in Kung Fu involves using the forearm to block an opponent's strike while simultaneously counterattacking with a punch?

  1. Tan Sao

  2. Pak Sao

  3. Bong Sao

  4. Fook Sao
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
B Correct answer
Explanation

Pak Sao is a blocking technique that combines defense and offense, allowing the defender to counterattack immediately.

Multiple choice

In Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, what is the blocking technique where the defender uses their legs to prevent an opponent from advancing?

  1. Guard

  2. Half Guard

  3. Mount

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

Guard is a defensive position in BJJ that allows the defender to control their opponent's movements and prevent them from advancing.

Multiple choice

Which blocking technique in Aikido involves redirecting an opponent's attack by using circular movements and blending with their energy?

  1. Ikkyo

  2. Nikkyo

  3. Sankyo

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

Ikkyo is a fundamental Aikido technique that involves redirecting an opponent's attack by using circular movements and blending with their energy.

Multiple choice

In Krav Maga, what is the blocking technique where the defender uses their forearm to block an opponent's strike while simultaneously striking back with their other hand?

  1. Hammer Fist

  2. Elbow Strike

  3. Knee Strike

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

Hammer Fist is a blocking technique that combines defense and offense, allowing the defender to counterattack immediately.

Multiple choice

Which blocking technique in Wing Chun involves using the forearm to block an opponent's strike while simultaneously trapping their arm?

  1. Tan Sao

  2. Pak Sao

  3. Bong Sao

  4. Fook Sao
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
C Correct answer
Explanation

Bong Sao is a blocking technique that combines defense and control, allowing the defender to trap their opponent's arm and prevent further attacks.

Multiple choice

In Silat, what is the blocking technique where the defender uses their shin to block an opponent's low kick?

  1. Tangkisan Dalam

  2. Tangkisan Luar

  3. Tangkisan Atas

  4. Tangkisan Bawah
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
D Correct answer
Explanation

Tangkisan Bawah is a blocking technique that uses the shin to block low kicks.

Multiple choice

Which blocking technique in Capoeira involves using the leg to block an opponent's kick while simultaneously sweeping their leg?

  1. Ginga

  2. Au

  3. Negativa

  4. Meia-lua de Compasso
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
C Correct answer
Explanation

Negativa is a blocking technique that combines defense and offense, allowing the defender to block an opponent's kick and counterattack with a sweep.

Multiple choice

In Hapkido, what is the blocking technique where the defender uses their forearm to block an opponent's strike while simultaneously grabbing their wrist?

  1. Makgi

  2. Jireugi

  3. Danbong

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

Jireugi is a blocking technique that combines defense and control, allowing the defender to block an opponent's strike and grab their wrist to prevent further attacks.

Multiple choice

Which blocking technique in Kyokushin Karate involves using the knee to block an opponent's low kick?

  1. Age Uke

  2. Soto Uke

  3. Uchi Uke

  4. Hiza Uke
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
D Correct answer
Explanation

Hiza Uke is a blocking technique that uses the knee to block low kicks.

Multiple choice

In Eskrima, what is the blocking technique where the defender uses their stick to deflect an opponent's strike?

  1. Redonda

  2. Doble Baston

  3. Sinawali

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

Redonda is a blocking technique that uses the stick to deflect an opponent's strike.

Multiple choice

Which blocking technique in Muay Thai involves using the shin to block an opponent's kick?

  1. Teep

  2. Roundhouse Kick

  3. Elbow Block

  4. Shin Block
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
D Correct answer
Explanation

Shin Block is a defensive technique used to protect against kicks to the legs.