Do You Miss Being An Acrobat?

10 Questions | By Katrinaolivia | Updated: Mar 21, 2022 | Attempts: 97

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Acrobatics, from the Greek word 'akrobateo' which translates as to walk on tip toe strut, is the performance of extraordinary feats of balance, agility, and motor coordination.

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1.

Which arts from 2000 BC depict acrobatic feats on the backs of bulls?
- A.
  
  Minoan
- B.
  
  Mycenaen
- C.
  
  Aztec
- D.
  
  Mayan
2.

Which type of acrobat performs in the air?
- A.
  
  Contortionist
- B.
  
  Aerialist
- C.
  
  Juggler
- D.
  
  Parkour
3.

Which of the following is not used in aerial acrobatics?
- A.
  
  Trapeze
- B.
  
  Rope
- C.
  
  Sword
- D.
  
  Cloud swing
4.

Which body governs the Acrobatic gymnastics sport?
- A.
  
  World Gymnastics Association
- B.
  
  International Association of Gymnists
- C.
  
  International Organisation Of Gymnastics Standards
- D.
  
  International Federation of Gymnastics
5.

How many routines are available in an acrobatic gymnastics competition?
- A.
  
  3 routines
- B.
  
  2 routines
- C.
  
  1 routine
- D.
  
  4 routines
6.

What was the Balance routine formerly called?
- A.
  
  Dynamic
- B.
  
  Static
- C.
  
  Tempo
- D.
  
  Combined
7.

How is the Tempo routine now called?
- A.
  
  Combined
- B.
  
  Balance
- C.
  
  Dynamic
- D.
  
  Static
8.

In which year was the acrobatics first used as a specific sport?
- A.
  
  1950
- B.
  
  1920
- C.
  
  1940
- D.
  
  1930
9.

In which year was the first acrobatic gymnastics world championship held?
- A.
  
  1974
- B.
  
  1975
- C.
  
  1973
- D.
  
  1972
10.

Which is the 3rd routine performed at senior levels of competition?
- A.
  
  Dynamic
- B.
  
  Combined
- C.
  
  Tempo
- D.
  
  Balance