Sports GK MCQs
Sports GK (General Knowledge) Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs) on different sports and games for competitive examinations. These questions are part of GKToday’s 35000+ MCQs Bank Course in GKToday Android App
41. The first organized national wrestling tournament took place in which country?
[A] Greece
[B] United States of America
[C] United Kingdom
[D] Germany
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Correct Answer: B [United States of America]
Notes:
The first organized national wrestling tournament took place in New York City the United Staes of America in 1888.
42. Who is a “toxophilite”?
[A] A person fond of or expert at archery
[B] A person fond of or expert at tennis
[C] A person fond of or expert at polo
[D] A person fond of or expert at chess
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Correct Answer: A [A person fond of or expert at archery]
Notes:
The word “toxophilite” comes from the Greek words “toxon”, meaning bow or arch, and “philos”, meaning loving or fond of. So a toxophilite is someone who loves or is fond of archery, bows, and arrows. They enjoy practicing archery as a hobby or sport, and some toxophilites also bow hunt animals. Overall, it refers to an archery aficionado or devotee.
43. The oldest known evidence of arrows used in archery comes from Sibudu Cave, located in which country?
[A] Mexico
[B] Ethiopia
[C] South Africa
[D] Nigeria
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Correct Answer: C [South Africa]
Notes:
The oldest known evidence of arrows used in archery was discovered in Sibudu Cave, South Africa. Archaeological findings date back to around 64,000 years ago, showcasing the early use of composite tools by prehistoric humans. This site is important for understanding the development of hunting technologies and human behavior in the Stone Age.
44. Which country’s national governing body for the sport of archery is “Archery GB”?
[A] United States of America
[B] Germany
[C] Canada
[D] United Kingdom
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Correct Answer: D [United Kingdom]
Notes:
Archery GB is the national governing body for archery in the United Kingdom. It was established in 2006 and is responsible for promoting the sport, organizing competitions, and developing talent. The UK has a rich archery history, with the sport being featured in the Olympics since 1900. Notably, British archer Simon Terry won a gold medal in the 1988 Seoul Olympics.
45. Identify the Volleyball attack technique. “The player does not hit the ball hard, reducing its speed and thus confusing the opponent’s defence.”?
[A] Backcourt
[B] Line and Cross-court shot
[C] Block-abuse
[D] Off-speed hit
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Correct Answer: D [Off-speed hit]
Notes:
Off-speed hit is a volleyball attack technique in which the player does not hit the ball hard, reducing its speed and thus confusing the opponent’s defence.
46. Identify the Volleyball player’s strategy. “They are defensive players who are responsible for receiving the attack or serve. They are usually the players on the court with the quickest reaction time and best passing skills.”?
[A] Setters
[B] Liberos
[C] Middle blockers
[D] Outside hitters
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Correct Answer: B [Liberos]
Notes:
Liberos are defensive players who are responsible for receiving the attack or serve. They are usually the players on the court with the quickest reaction time and best passing skills.
47. The “Andebol 1” is the premier handball league of which country?
[A] Spain
[B] Portugal
[C] France
[D] Belgium
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Correct Answer: B [Portugal]
Notes:
The Campeonato Nacional de Andebol Masculino, also known simply as Andebol 1, is the premier handball league in Portugal and is overseen by the Portuguese Handball Federation.
48. Which country holds the record of most numbers of gold medals won in the IHF World Women’s Handball Championship?
[A] France
[B] Hungary
[C] Norway
[D] Russia
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Correct Answer: D [Russia]
Notes:
Russia holds the record of most numbers of gold medals won in the IHF World Women’s Handball Championship with a record of 4 gold medals.
49. Which country holds the record of most number of medals in men’s handball at the Summer Olympics?
[A] Yugoslavia
[B] Croatia
[C] France
[D] Russia
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Correct Answer: C [France]
Notes:
France holds the record of most number of medals in men’s handball at the Summer Olympics with a record of 4 medals.
50. Who has been selected as the Team India Flagbearer at the 2022 Commonwealth Games?
[A] Mary Kom
[B] P V Sindhu
[C] Neeraj Chopra
[D] Mirabhai Chanu
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Correct Answer: B [P V Sindhu]
Notes:
The Indian Olympic Association (IOA) announced two-time Olympic medal winning player PV Sindhu as the Team India Flagbearer at the 2022 Commonwealth Games opening ceremony in Birmingham.
The 2022 edition of the Commonwealth Games also has the largest contingent of female athletes in the history of the Games. As many as 205 participants are set to take part in the games in 20 sports. Top Javelin thrower Neeraj Chopra had to withdraw due to an injury.
