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 Judo technique that involves throwing an opponent over the shoulder?

  1. Seoi nage

  2. Uchi mata

  3. O soto gari

  4. Ippon seoi nage
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
A Correct answer
Explanation

Seoi nage is a Judo technique where the attacker throws the opponent over their shoulder using their back.

Multiple choice

In the manga series "Judo Boy", what is the name of the young Judoka who dreams of becoming a world champion?

  1. Shinnosuke Takasugi

  2. Takeshi Kitano

  3. Yusuke Urameshi

  4. Kenshin Himura
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A Correct answer
Explanation

Shinnosuke Takasugi is the protagonist of "Judo Boy", a young and determined Judoka who sets out to achieve his dream of becoming a world champion.

Multiple choice

Which of the following is NOT a recommended training technique for combat sports?

  1. Sparring with a partner

  2. Using heavy weights

  3. Stretching and warming up before training

  4. Cooling down after training
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
B Correct answer
Explanation

Using heavy weights is not typically recommended for combat sports training, as it can lead to muscle imbalances and increase the risk of injuries.

Multiple choice

What is the primary objective in Pehlwani?

  1. Striking

  2. Grappling

  3. Kicking

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

Pehlwani emphasizes grappling techniques, with the aim of overpowering the opponent and bringing them to the ground.

Multiple choice

Which of these is NOT a traditional move in Pehlwani?

  1. Dhobi Pachhad

  2. Baithak

  3. Single Leg Takedown

  4. Double Leg Takedown
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
D Correct answer
Explanation

Double Leg Takedown is a common move in wrestling but not traditionally associated with Pehlwani.

Multiple choice

Which combat sport involves two opponents striking each other with their fists, typically wearing gloves?

  1. Boxing

  2. Wrestling

  3. Karate

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

Boxing is a combat sport in which two opponents, wearing protective gloves, use their fists to strike each other.

Multiple choice

In wrestling, what is the term for a hold in which one wrestler controls the other wrestler's back and applies pressure to their shoulders?

  1. Suplex

  2. Pin

  3. Takedown

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

In wrestling, the mount is a dominant position in which one wrestler controls the other wrestler's back and applies pressure to their shoulders.

Multiple choice

Which combat sport emphasizes grappling and submission techniques, such as joint locks and chokes?

  1. Boxing

  2. Wrestling

  3. Karate

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

Judo is a combat sport that emphasizes grappling and submission techniques, such as joint locks and chokes.

Multiple choice

In karate, what is the term for a powerful strike delivered with the heel of the hand?

  1. Punch

  2. Kick

  3. Chop

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

In karate, a chop is a powerful strike delivered with the heel of the hand.

Multiple choice

Which combat sport involves two opponents using their feet and legs to strike each other?

  1. Boxing

  2. Wrestling

  3. Karate

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

Taekwondo is a combat sport that involves two opponents using their feet and legs to strike each other.

Multiple choice

In boxing, what is the term for a punch that is thrown with the back of the fist?

  1. Jab

  2. Cross

  3. Hook

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

In boxing, a hook is a punch that is thrown with the back of the fist.

Multiple choice

Which combat sport combines elements of boxing, wrestling, and Brazilian jiu-jitsu?

  1. Mixed Martial Arts

  2. Boxing

  3. Wrestling

  4. Karate
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A Correct answer
Explanation

Mixed Martial Arts (MMA) combines elements of boxing, wrestling, and Brazilian jiu-jitsu.

Multiple choice

In wrestling, what is the term for a move in which one wrestler lifts the other wrestler off the ground and slams them onto the mat?

  1. Suplex

  2. Pin

  3. Takedown

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

In wrestling, a suplex is a move in which one wrestler lifts the other wrestler off the ground and slams them onto the mat.

Multiple choice

Which combat sport emphasizes the use of elbows, knees, and shins to strike opponents?

  1. Boxing

  2. Wrestling

  3. Karate

  4. Muay Thai
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
D Correct answer
Explanation

Muay Thai is a combat sport that emphasizes the use of elbows, knees, and shins to strike opponents.

Multiple choice

In boxing, what is the term for a punch that is thrown with the lead hand?

  1. Jab

  2. Cross

  3. Hook

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

In boxing, a jab is a punch that is thrown with the lead hand.