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Combat Sports & Martial Arts Quiz

Combat Sports & Martial Arts · Easy

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Combat sports and martial arts combine physical skill, mental discipline, and centuries of tradition. From Olympic competitions to ancient self-defense systems, they teach respect,...

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All 20 questions in this Combat Sports & Martial Arts quiz
  1. What is a double leg takedown in wrestling and MMA?

    • A. A throw using both legs
    • B. A two-person combination technique
    • C. A technique where the attacker grabs both of the opponent's legs to bring them to the mat
    • D. A defensive counter to a throw
  2. Which organisation is the most prominent promoter of MMA globally?

    • A. UFC
    • B. Bellator
    • C. RIZIN
    • D. ONE Championship
  3. Which combat sport uses a shinai (bamboo sword) in competitive sparring?

    • A. Kendo
    • B. Iaido
    • C. Aikido
    • D. Naginatado
  4. What is the full name of the UFC organisation?

    • A. Ultimate Full Contact
    • B. Ultimate Fighting Championship
    • C. United Fighting Circuit
    • D. Universal Fighting Championship
  5. What does TKO stand for in boxing and MMA?

    • A. Total Knockout
    • B. Technical Knockout
    • C. Temporary Knockout
    • D. Timed Knockout
  6. What is taekwondo known for emphasising?

    • A. Weapon-based combat
    • B. Head and body kicks
    • C. Ground fighting and submissions
    • D. Throwing techniques
  7. What does sparring mean in the context of combat sports training?

    • A. A demonstration of techniques without contact
    • B. Controlled practice fighting used to develop skills without full competitive intensity
    • C. A warm-up shadow boxing session
    • D. An official competition bout
  8. In which combat sport do competitors score points by touching the opponent's torso or head with the foot?

    • A. Taekwondo
    • B. Karate
    • C. Judo
    • D. Kickboxing
  9. What does BJJ stand for in combat sports?

    • A. British Judo Juniors
    • B. Boxing and Judo Juniors
    • C. Basic Joint Jutsu
    • D. Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu
  10. What is the name of the fighting platform used in traditional sumo competition?

    • A. The dohyo
    • B. The ring
    • C. The tatami
    • D. The octagon
  11. What does MMA stand for?

    • A. Mixed Melee Athletics
    • B. Modern Martial Arts
    • C. Mixed Martial Arts
    • D. Multiple Martial Arts
  12. Which martial art competition uses coloured belts most prominently to denote rank?

    • A. Boxing
    • B. Wrestling
    • C. Karate and BJJ
    • D. Muay Thai
  13. What is a submission in MMA and grappling?

    • A. A technical knockout by strikes
    • B. A knockout punch
    • C. A technique that forces an opponent to tap out or risk injury
    • D. A judges decision
  14. What is the name of the fighting system used by Israeli special forces?

    • A. Systema
    • B. Muay Thai
    • C. Krav Maga
    • D. Kapap
  15. What is the clinch in boxing and Muay Thai?

    • A. A defensive footwork technique
    • B. The final round of a fight
    • C. The position where fighters hold each other at close range
    • D. The opening stance
  16. What is the name of the Japanese martial art that uses bamboo swords and protective armour in sparring?

    • A. Aikido
    • B. Iaido
    • C. Kendo
    • D. Naginatado
  17. Which martial art is known as the art of eight limbs using fists, elbows, knees, and shins?

    • A. Judo
    • B. Taekwondo
    • C. Karate
    • D. Muay Thai
  18. What is the difference between MMA and BJJ competition?

    • A. BJJ allows strikes while MMA only allows grappling
    • B. MMA is amateur while BJJ is professional
    • C. No difference they are the same sport
    • D. MMA allows strikes while BJJ competition focuses on grappling only
  19. Which combat sport uses a gi (uniform) in competition that can be gripped by opponents?

    • A. Boxing
    • B. BJJ and Judo
    • C. Muay Thai
    • D. Kickboxing
  20. What is the name of the Japanese martial art based on throwing and takedowns with minimal striking?

    • A. Karate
    • B. Kendo
    • C. Aikido
    • D. Judo