Sports Terms — Set 3

Correct Answer: C. Boxing

The correct answer is 'Boxing'. A knockout is declared when a boxer is floored and cannot stand up within a ten-second count by the referee. It signifies a decisive victory and the immediate end of the match. It is often the most spectacular way a combat sports match can conclude.

Correct Answer: A. A batsman out without scoring any runs

A batsman is said to have made a 'duck' if they are dismissed before scoring a single run. If they are out on the very first ball they face, it is specifically called a 'Golden Duck'. The term comes from the 'duck's egg' shape of a zero.

Correct Answer: A. Baseball

The pitcher is the player in Baseball who throws the ball from the mound toward the batter. They aim to throw strikes and prevent the batter from hitting the ball effectively. Strategic pitching is often the most critical element of a team's defense.

Correct Answer: D. Volleyball

In Volleyball, a smash is a forceful overhead hit into the opponent's court, and service starts the play. These terms are also common in racket sports like Tennis and Badminton. Precise serving can often lead to direct points known as 'Aces'.

Correct Answer: B. Moving before the starting gun is fired

A false start happens when an athlete leaves their starting block or moves before the official signal. In many modern competitions, a single false start can lead to immediate disqualification. Pressure sensors in the blocks often detect such movements automatically.

Correct Answer: B. Three consecutive successes

In Football, it is scoring three goals in a game; in Cricket, it is taking three wickets in three consecutive balls. It is considered a rare and highly prestigious achievement for any player. The term originated in cricket when a bowler was presented with a hat for this feat.

Correct Answer: A. Football (Soccer)

Offside is a rule in Football that prevents attacking players from staying too close to the opponent's goal without defenders. It is designed to encourage active play and prevent 'goal-hanging'. Assistants use flags to signal this infraction to the referee.

Correct Answer: A. Golf

A tee is a small stand used to support a stationary golf ball so that the player can hit it easily. It is only permitted for the first stroke on each hole within the 'teeing ground'. Using a tee helps golfers achieve maximum distance on their drives.

Correct Answer: A. A defensive move to deflect the opponent's blade

A parry is a block or deflection of the opponent's attack using one's own weapon. It is usually followed by a counter-attack known as a 'Riposte'. Mastering various parries is essential for a fencer's survival on the strip.

Correct Answer: C. Polo

A 'Chukker' (or Chukka) is a period of play in a Polo match, usually lasting seven and a half minutes. Most matches consist of four or six chukkers depending on the tournament level. Fresh horses are typically used for each new chukker.