Sports Terms — Set 2

Correct Answer: B. Football and Basketball

Dribbling involves maneuvering the ball past opponents using the feet in Football or hand-tapping in Basketball. It is a core skill required for maintaining possession while moving across the field or court. Mastery of dribbling allows players to create scoring opportunities.

Correct Answer: D. The wooden stick used to hit balls

A cue is a tapered wooden or composite rod used by players to strike the balls on the table. The tip of the cue is usually made of leather and is chalked to provide better friction. Professional cues are often custom-made to suit a player's weight preference.

Correct Answer: C. Rowing

The coxswain is the person in a rowing boat who does not row but steers the vessel and directs the crew. They sit in the stern and coordinate the power and rhythm of the rowers. This role is crucial for tactical decision-making during a race.

Correct Answer: A. Hitting the ball out of play and circling all bases

A home run occurs when a batter hits the ball far enough to safely touch all four bases and reach home plate. Most home runs are achieved by hitting the ball over the outfield fence. It results in scoring a point for every player currently on a base.

Correct Answer: C. 0

In tennis, the term 'Love' is used instead of 'zero' to indicate the score of a player. It is commonly believed to be derived from the French word 'l'oeuf', meaning 'the egg', which resembles a zero. A score of 40-0 would be called as 'Forty-Love'.

Correct Answer: A. Archery

In Archery, the Bull's Eye is the small gold center of the target, and an 'End' is a round of arrows shot. Players aim to hit the center for the maximum possible score. It is a sport that requires immense focus and steady breathing.

Correct Answer: B. Tennis and Baseball

In Tennis, a Grand Slam refers to winning all four major championships in a year, while in Baseball, it is a home run with bases loaded. It represents the highest level of achievement or a specific high-scoring play in these sports. The term originally comes from the card game Bridge.

Correct Answer: C. Holding both shoulders of the opponent on the mat

A fall occurs when a wrestler holds their opponent's shoulders against the mat for a specific duration. This move immediately ends the bout and awards victory to the wrestler who achieved the fall. It is the ultimate objective in many wrestling disciplines.

Correct Answer: C. A draw

A stalemate occurs when the player whose turn it is has no legal move but their king is not in check. Under standard chess rules, this results in a draw regardless of the material on the board. It is a common tactical resource used to avoid losing a game.

Correct Answer: B. Ice Hockey

A puck is a hard rubber disc used as the object of play in Ice Hockey instead of a ball. It is frozen before games to reduce its friction and bouncing on the ice. Players use sticks to pass and shoot the puck into the opponent's net.