Courts & Fields — Set 3
Sports · कोर्ट और मैदान · Questions 21–30 of 70
What is the standard name for a Football (Soccer) playing area?
Correct Answer: B. Pitch
• **Football pitch** = a grass-covered (natural or artificial) rectangular surface with goalposts at both ends. • **Standard features** — includes a center circle for kick-offs and dimensions regulated by international guidelines. • 💡 Wrong-option analysis: Diamond: baseball infield; Court: tennis/badminton venue; Rink: ice hockey surface.
Which sport takes place in a 'Pool'?
Correct Answer: D. Water Polo
• **Water polo pool** = a swimming pool where two teams play combining swimming, passing, and goal shooting. • **Pool depth** — standard competition pools are 2–3 meters deep to prevent players from touching bottom. • 💡 Wrong-option analysis: Sailing: on water bodies; Canoeing: on rivers/water; Rowing: on water bodies.
The arena used for Bullfighting is called a?
Correct Answer: B. Plaza
• **Plaza de toros** = a traditional circular arena with a sand-covered central area for bullfighting. • **Seating arrangement** — tiered seating surrounds the arena for spectator viewing in Spanish tradition. • 💡 Wrong-option analysis: Circuit: motor racing track; Ring: boxing platform; Stadium: general sports venue.
Rugby matches are played on a surface known as a?
Correct Answer: B. Pitch
• **Rugby pitch** = a rectangular grass surface with H-shaped goalposts at each end and specific field markings. • **Field dimensions** — total length can reach 144 meters including in-goal areas, with 22-meter and try lines. • 💡 Wrong-option analysis: Rink: ice hockey surface; Green: bowling green; Alley: bowling lane.
The area where Athletics (Track and Field) events are held is a?
Correct Answer: D. Stadium
• **Athletics stadium** = a venue with an oval 400-meter running track surrounding a central grassy field. • **Event areas** — track has multiple lanes for races; central field hosts throwing and jumping events. • 💡 Wrong-option analysis: Field: open sports area; Arena: general venue; Court: tennis/badminton area.
Which sport uses a 'Diamond' with three bases and a home plate?
Correct Answer: D. Softball
• **Softball diamond** = a baseball-like infield with three bases and home plate arranged in a tilted square. • **Smaller dimensions** — pitching distance and overall field size are reduced compared to baseball. • 💡 Wrong-option analysis: Cricket: played on pitch; Hockey: played on pitch; Rugby: played on pitch.
The playing area for Basketball is known as a?
Correct Answer: C. Court
• **Basketball court** = a rectangular surface typically made of polished wood for professional indoor games. • **Court markings** — features hoops at both ends, a three-point arc, and a center circle for jump ball. • 💡 Wrong-option analysis: Alley: bowling lanes; Pitch: cricket/football area; Field: open sports ground.
In which sport is the playing area called a 'Links'?
Correct Answer: A. Golf
• **Golf links** = a specific type of coastal golf course on sand dunes with Scottish origins. • **Course features** — characterized by sandy soil, few trees, and uneven fairways on seaside terrain. • 💡 Wrong-option analysis: Tennis: played on court; Cricket: played on pitch; Polo: played on field.
A Volleyball match is conducted on a?
Correct Answer: A. Court
• **Volleyball court** = a rectangular surface divided by a high net separating attack and defense zones. • **Playing strategy** — each team attempts to ground the ball on opponent's side within boundary lines. • 💡 Wrong-option analysis: Field: open sports area; Rink: ice hockey surface; Pitch: cricket/football strip.
The specialized area for the sport of Sumo Wrestling is called a?
Correct Answer: A. Dohyo
• **Dohyo** = a circular clay ring covered with sand where sumo matches are contested. • **Sacred status** — the dohyo is considered a sacred space in Japanese tradition and culture. • 💡 Wrong-option analysis: Mat: wrestling surface; Piste: fencing strip; Ring: boxing platform.