Sports Terms — Set 4
Sports · खेल शब्दावली · Questions 31–40 of 80
The term 'Penalty Kick' is a common scoring opportunity in which sport?
Correct Answer: B. Football
A penalty kick is awarded in Football when a foul is committed by the defending team inside their own penalty area. It is a one-on-one shot between the kicker and the goalkeeper from 12 yards out. It is often a turning point in high-stakes matches.
In Swimming, which of the following is NOT a competitive stroke?
Correct Answer: A. Dog paddle
Competitive swimming recognized strokes are Breaststroke, Backstroke, Butterfly, and Freestyle. The dog paddle is a simple survival technique but is not used in official racing events. Freestyle allows swimmers to use any stroke, though the front crawl is the fastest.
The term 'Slap Shot' is a high-speed offensive move in which sport?
Correct Answer: B. Ice Hockey
A slap shot is the fastest shot in Ice Hockey, involving a big wind-up and striking the ice just before the puck. This bends the stick, which then releases energy like a spring to propel the puck. It can reach speeds exceeding 100 miles per hour.
Which sport uses the term 'Jab' for a quick, straight punch?
Correct Answer: B. Boxing
The jab is the most used punch in Boxing, thrown with the lead hand from a stance. It is used to keep opponents at a distance and set up more powerful blows. A consistent jab is fundamental to a boxer's offensive and defensive strategy.
The term 'Try' is used to describe scoring in which of the following?
Correct Answer: C. Rugby
In Rugby, a 'Try' is scored by grounding the ball in the opponent's in-goal area. It is the primary way of scoring and is followed by a conversion attempt for extra points. The name comes from the fact that it originally gave the team a 'try' at a goal.
In Chess, what is 'Castling'?
Correct Answer: A. A special move involving the King and a Rook
Castling is a defensive move where the King moves two squares toward a Rook and the Rook moves to the square over which the King passed. It is the only move where two pieces are moved in a single turn. It helps protect the King and develops the Rook.
In which racket sport is the term "Love" specifically used to denote a score of zero?
Correct Answer: C. Tennis
In Tennis, "Love" is the standard term used to denote a score of zero. The origin of the term is debated — one theory suggests it comes from the French word "l'oeuf" (egg) representing the zero shape. When the score is 0-0 at the start, it is called "Love-All." In contrast, Badminton uses numeric scoring (0 is simply called zero), and Table Tennis uses 0 directly. Squash uses "No score" or numerical notation. Tennis is the only major racket sport that officially uses "Love" in its scoring terminology.
What does the term 'Pinch Hitter' mean in Baseball?
Correct Answer: A. A substitute batter used in a critical situation
A pinch hitter is a substitute player sent to bat in place of another player, often because they are better at hitting. Once a pinch hitter is used, the original player cannot return to the game. It is a tactical move often used late in a match.
The term 'Steeplechase' is associated with which sport?
Correct Answer: B. Athletics
The steeplechase is a distance race in track athletics that includes obstacles like hurdles and water jumps. It originated from cross-country horse racing between church steeples. The most common distance for the event is 3000 meters.
In Basketball, what is a 'Layup'?
Correct Answer: A. A one-handed shot made near the basket
A layup is a close-range shot where the player uses one hand to bounce the ball off the backboard into the basket. It is considered one of the most basic and high-percentage shots in the game. Players often perform layups at the end of a fast break.