An Interesting Quiz About History Of Sports

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    In which sport do a person try to hit balls into a hole?

    • Golf
    • Bowling
    • Hockey
    • Football
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Sport pertains to any form of competitive physical activity or game that aims to use, maintain or improve physical ability and skills while providing enjoyment to participants and, in some cases, entertainment to spectators.
The history of sports extends back to the Ancient world. The physical activity that developed into sports had early links with ritual, warfare and entertainment.
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  • 2. 

    … is a game in which players try to score points by rolling a bowling ball along a flat surface.

    Explanation
    Bowling is a game where players attempt to score points by rolling a bowling ball along a flat surface. The objective is to knock down as many pins as possible in order to accumulate points. Typically played in bowling alleys, this recreational activity requires skill and precision. It is a popular sport enjoyed by people of all ages and skill levels.

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  • 3. 

    In which sport are two teams of 6 players needed?

    • Hockey

    • Volleyball

    • Football

    • Basketball

    Correct Answer
    A. Volleyball
    Explanation
    Volleyball is the correct answer because it is a sport that requires two teams of six players. In volleyball, each team has six players on the court at a time, with three players in the front row and three players in the back row. The objective of the game is to hit the ball over the net and into the opponent's court, while also trying to prevent the opponent from doing the same. The team that successfully scores points by making the ball touch the ground on the opponent's side wins the game.

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    Where was the first primitive ski which dating back to 2500 or 4500 B.C found?

    • In Turkey

    • In Germany

    • In Sweden

    • In the United Kingdom

    Correct Answer
    A. In Sweden
    Explanation
    The first primitive ski dating back to 2500 or 4500 B.C was found in Sweden.

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  • 5. 

    When did dr. James Naismith create basketball?

    • November 1891

    • December 1891

    • December 1900

    Correct Answer
    A. December 1891
    Explanation
    Dr. James Naismith created basketball in December 1891.

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    Where was handball born?

    • in the centre of Europe

    • In Italy

    • In medieval France

    • In the south America

    Correct Answer
    A. In medieval France
    Explanation
    Handball was born in medieval France. This suggests that the sport originated in France during the medieval period.

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