General Awareness

Sports Training and Athletics

2,227 Questions

Sports training and athletics questions focus on sports injuries, weightlifting techniques, and Paralympic events. Candidates learn about conditioning programs and historical Olympic events. These questions are commonly found in the general awareness section of multiple competitive exams.

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Sports Training and Athletics Questions

Multiple choice

How many attempts does a lifter get in each event?

  1. 1

  2. 2

  3. 3

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

A lifter gets three attempts in each event.

Multiple choice

Which of the following is not a valid type of weightlifting equipment?

  1. Barbell

  2. Plates

  3. Dumbbells

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

Dumbbells are not a valid type of weightlifting equipment.

Multiple choice

Which of the following is a valid weightlifting technique?

  1. Squat

  2. Deadlift

  3. Bench press

  4. Overhead press
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
Correct answer
Explanation

Squat and deadlift are both valid weightlifting techniques.

Multiple choice

How many attempts does a lifter get in each event?

  1. 1

  2. 2

  3. 3

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

A lifter gets three attempts in each event.

Multiple choice

Which of the following is not a valid type of weightlifting equipment?

  1. Barbell

  2. Plates

  3. Dumbbells

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

Dumbbells are not a valid type of weightlifting equipment.

Multiple choice

How many attempts does a lifter get in each event?

  1. 1

  2. 2

  3. 3

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

A lifter gets three attempts in each event.

Multiple choice

What is the term used for the area at the end of a swimming pool where swimmers turn around?

  1. Bulkhead

  2. Diving board

  3. Lane line

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

The term used for the area at the end of a swimming pool where swimmers turn around is bulkhead.

Multiple choice

What is the physical fitness test required to join the NDRF?

  1. 100-meter run

  2. Long jump

  3. High jump

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

The physical fitness test required to join the NDRF includes a 100-meter run, long jump, and high jump.

Multiple choice

Which Bollywood film is known for its depiction of the traditional Indian martial art form of Kalaripayattu and the elaborate costumes worn by the warriors?

  1. Baahubali: The Beginning

  2. Baahubali: The Conclusion

  3. Padmaavat

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

The 2015 film Baahubali: The Beginning features several scenes showcasing the traditional Indian martial art form of Kalaripayattu. The warriors wear elaborate costumes, including dhotis and angavastrams, which allow for freedom of movement and highlight the dynamic nature of the martial art.

Multiple choice

In biathlon, what is the penalty for missing a target during the shooting portion of the race?

  1. 10-second time penalty

  2. 20-second time penalty

  3. One-minute time penalty

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

In biathlon, missing a target during the shooting portion results in a one-minute time penalty added to the skier's overall race time.

Multiple choice

What is the name of the shooting position used in biathlon?

  1. Standing

  2. Prone

  3. Kneeling

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

In biathlon, athletes shoot from three positions: standing, prone, and kneeling.

Multiple choice

In the X-Games, what is the name of the event where athletes compete in high-flying maneuvers on a BMX bike?

  1. BMX Vert

  2. BMX Freestyle

  3. BMX Dirt

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

BMX Vert is an X-Games event where BMX riders perform aerial tricks and flips on a vertical ramp.

Multiple choice

In the X-Games, what is the name of the event where athletes compete in high-speed descents on a mountain bike?

  1. Downhill Mountain Biking

  2. Cross-Country Mountain Biking

  3. Enduro Mountain Biking

  4. Freeride Mountain Biking
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
A Correct answer
Explanation

Downhill Mountain Biking is an X-Games event where riders race against the clock on a challenging downhill course.

Multiple choice

In the X-Games, what is the name of the event where athletes compete in high-flying maneuvers on a snowmobile?

  1. Snowmobile Freestyle

  2. Snowmobile Cross

  3. Snowmobile Hillclimb

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

Snowmobile Freestyle is an X-Games event where riders perform aerial tricks and flips on a snowmobile.

Multiple choice

In the X-Games, what is the name of the event where athletes compete in high-speed races on a jet ski?

  1. Jet Ski Freestyle

  2. Jet Ski Cross

  3. Jet Ski Hillclimb

  4. Jet Ski Snocross
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
B Correct answer
Explanation

Jet Ski Cross is an X-Games event where riders race against each other on a challenging course filled with obstacles.