Sports GK MCQs

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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.

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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.

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The gold medal in men’s individual archery at the 2016 Summer Olympics was won by Ku Bon-Chan from South Korea. South Korea has a strong archery tradition, having won numerous Olympic medals in the sport. Ku’s victory marked South Korea’s continued dominance in archery, as they have won the most gold medals in this discipline since its introduction to the Olympics in 1900.

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South Korea won the gold medal in women’s team archery at the 2016 Summer Olympics. This victory continued South Korea’s dominance in archery, as they have won the most Olympic gold medals in this sport, with a total of 23 since its introduction in 1988. The South Korean women’s team has been particularly successful, securing gold in every Olympics from 1988 to 2016.

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Jump float is an overhand serve where the ball is tossed high enough that the player may jump before hitting it similarly to a standing float serve. The ball is tossed lower than a topspin jump serves, but contact is still made while in the air.

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Line and Cross-court Shot refers to whether the ball flies in a straight trajectory parallel to the sidelines, or crosses through the court in an angle. A cross-court shot with a very pronounced angle, resulting in the ball landing near the 3-meter line, is called a cut shot.

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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.

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Zhu Ting is the “Most Valuable Player (MVP)” in the women’s volleyball tournament at the 2016 Summer Olympics. The women’s tournament in volleyball at the 2016 Summer Olympics was the 14th edition of the event at an Olympic Games, organised by the world’s governing body, the FIVB, in conjunction with the IOC. It was held in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil from 6 to 20 August 2016.

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The BENE-League is a multinational handball competition for men’s teams from Belgium and the Netherlands, which started in January 2008 under the name BENE-LIGA.

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Handbollsligan is the highest league in the league system of Swedish handball and comprises the top 14 Swedish handball teams.