33 archery quiz questions with answers on bows, arrows, scoring and Olympic rules. Reveal each answer as you go, or read the full answer key at the end.
Each question has three options and hides the correct one behind a button, so a club night can play it honestly. The answer key under the scoring table brings all 33 archery trivia questions and answers together in one list. Coaches use these archery quiz questions as an equipment refresher for beginners, and the questions about archery that cover targets and scoring are the ones new members usually get wrong.
1. What is the standard distance for Olympic target archery?
- A) 50 meters
- B) 70 meters
- C) 90 meters
2. Who holds the men’s world record for the longest accurate shot in archery?
- A) Matt Stutzman
- B) Howard Hill
- C) Peter Elzinga
3. How many points is the innermost scoring ring of a World Archery target worth?
- A) 9 points
- B) 12 points
- C) 10 points
4. Which of these strings is commonly used on a modern recurve bow?
- A) Hemp
- B) Silk
- C) Dacron
5. Archery was first introduced in the Olympics in which year?
- A) 1900
- B) 1908
- C) 1920
6. Which outlaw of English folklore is said to have split an arrow already in the bullseye?
- A) Robin Hood
- B) William Tell
- C) Little John
7. What is the term for the groove at the rear end of an arrow that holds it onto the bowstring?
- A) Nock
- B) Fletching
- C) Riser
8. Which type of bow is shot in Olympic target archery?
- A) Compound
- B) Longbow
- C) Recurve
9. What is the name of the Turkish traditional form of archery?
- A) Kyudo
- B) Atlatl
- C) Ottoman Archery
10. The sport of hunting animals using a bow and arrow is called:
- A) Archery hunting
- B) Bow hunting
- C) Arrow hunting
11. What is the name of the target face used in Olympic archery?
- A) 122 cm full-color
- B) 80 cm six-ring
- C) 60 cm five-color
12. Which famous historical figure is remembered for their signature archery skills during the Battle of Agincourt?
- A) King Henry V
- B) Richard the Lionheart
- C) William Wallace
13. In traditional archery, what is the term for the feathers or vanes on an arrow?
- A) Fletching
- B) Nock
- C) Shaft
14. Which part of an arrow stabilizes its flight?
- A) The nock
- B) The fletching
- C) The point
15. What type of wood was traditionally used to make English longbows?
- A) Yew
- B) Oak
- C) Ash
16. Which of the following materials is not commonly used to make arrow shafts?
- A) Carbon
- B) Aluminum
- C) Steel
17. What is the term for the location on a bow where the arrow is placed?
- A) Nock Point
- B) Arrow Rest
- C) Bow String
18. What is the practice of shooting arrows at a high arc to fall on a target or enemy from above?
- A) Trajectory Archery
- B) Aerial Archery
- C) Clout Archery
19. Which of the following is not a type of archery competition?
- A) Field Archery
- B) Target Archery
- C) Distance Archery
20. What is the name of the Japanese martial art dedicated to archery?
- A) Bushido
- B) Kyudo
- C) Kendo
21. In archery, what is the term for the force required to pull the bowstring back to a specific distance?
- A) Tension
- B) Draw Weight
- C) Force Vector
22. Which winter sport combines cross-country skiing with archery?
- A) Nordic combined
- B) Ski archery
- C) Modern pentathlon
23. In Olympic Archery, how many arrows does each athlete shoot in the ranking round?
- A) 60
- B) 72
- C) 120
24. How many arrows does each archer shoot per set in an Olympic individual recurve match?
- A) Three
- B) Two
- C) Six
25. What is the name of the piece of equipment worn to protect an archer’s forearm from the bowstring?
- A) Bracer
- B) Vambrace
- C) Gauntlet
26. Which popular book series features a skilled archer named Katniss Everdeen?
- A) Harry Potter
- B) The Hunger Games
- C) Game of Thrones
27. What are the arrows called that archers shoot before scoring starts, to check their sight settings?
- A) Markers
- B) Rovers
- C) Sighters
28. What is the string serving on a bowstring?
- A) A layer of wax
- B) A protective wrapping of additional string
- C) The nocking point that holds the arrow
29. In which year did women first compete in Olympic archery?
- A) 1904
- B) 1900
- C) 1972
30. What is the term for releasing the bowstring without an arrow on it, which can damage the bow?
- A) Blank shot
- B) Dry fire
- C) Empty draw
31. What is the name of the horizontal part of a bow on which an arrow lies?
- A) Sight Window
- B) Arrow Shelf
- C) Bowstring Channel
32. What are the stabilizers attached to a bow primarily used for?
- A) Reducing noise
- B) Increasing accuracy
- C) Providing balance and reducing vibrations
33. Who held the title of World Archery Champion for men’s individual recurve in 2019?
- A) Brady Ellison
- B) Kim Woojin
- C) Mete Gazoz
Results
| # of Correct Answers | Percentage Range | Label | Description |
|---|---|---|---|
| 0- | 0-49% | Target TraineeArmchair Athlete | You've got some learning to do, but don't worry, there's always the next game! |
| - | 50-64% | Bow BeginnerRookie Runner | Not bad! Keep practicing, and you'll be a sports trivia champ in no time. |
| - | 65-79% | Arrow AficionadoMidfield Maestro | Impressive! You're getting closer to the top, keep up the good work. |
| - | 80-94% | MarksmanAll-Star Striker | Wow, you really know your sports trivia! You're a force to be reckoned with. |
| -33 | 95-100% | Archery AceLegendary Champion | Unbelievable! You're a true sports trivia master. Your knowledge knows no bounds! |
Archery Quiz Answers: The Full Answer Key
Every question in this archery quiz with its correct answer, in the order the questions appear above. Check your score against the table, or use the list as a set of archery trivia questions and answers for a quiz night of your own.
| # | Question | Answer |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | What is the standard distance for Olympic target archery? | B) 70 meters |
| 2 | Who holds the men's world record for the longest accurate shot in archery? | A) Matt Stutzman |
| 3 | How many points is the innermost scoring ring of a World Archery target worth? | C) 10 points |
| 4 | Which of these strings is commonly used on a modern recurve bow? | C) Dacron |
| 5 | Archery was first introduced in the Olympics in which year? | A) 1900 |
| 6 | Which outlaw of English folklore is said to have split an arrow already in the bullseye? | A) Robin Hood |
| 7 | What is the term for the groove at the rear end of an arrow that holds it onto the bowstring? | A) Nock |
| 8 | Which type of bow is shot in Olympic target archery? | C) Recurve |
| 9 | What is the name of the Turkish traditional form of archery? | C) Ottoman Archery |
| 10 | The sport of hunting animals using a bow and arrow is called: | B) Bow hunting |
| 11 | What is the name of the target face used in Olympic archery? | A) 122 cm full-color |
| 12 | Which famous historical figure is remembered for their signature archery skills during the Battle of Agincourt? | A) King Henry V |
| 13 | In traditional archery, what is the term for the feathers or vanes on an arrow? | A) Fletching |
| 14 | Which part of an arrow stabilizes its flight? | B) The fletching |
| 15 | What type of wood was traditionally used to make English longbows? | A) Yew |
| 16 | Which of the following materials is not commonly used to make arrow shafts? | C) Steel |
| 17 | What is the term for the location on a bow where the arrow is placed? | B) Arrow Rest |
| 18 | What is the practice of shooting arrows at a high arc to fall on a target or enemy from above? | C) Clout Archery |
| 19 | Which of the following is not a type of archery competition? | C) Distance Archery |
| 20 | What is the name of the Japanese martial art dedicated to archery? | B) Kyudo |
| 21 | In archery, what is the term for the force required to pull the bowstring back to a specific distance? | B) Draw Weight |
| 22 | Which winter sport combines cross-country skiing with archery? | B) Ski archery |
| 23 | In Olympic Archery, how many arrows does each athlete shoot in the ranking round? | B) 72 |
| 24 | How many arrows does each archer shoot per set in an Olympic individual recurve match? | A) Three |
| 25 | What is the name of the piece of equipment worn to protect an archer's forearm from the bowstring? | A) Bracer |
| 26 | Which popular book series features a skilled archer named Katniss Everdeen? | B) The Hunger Games |
| 27 | What are the arrows called that archers shoot before scoring starts, to check their sight settings? | C) Sighters |
| 28 | What is the string serving on a bowstring? | B) A protective wrapping of additional string |
| 29 | In which year did women first compete in Olympic archery? | A) 1904 |
| 30 | What is the term for releasing the bowstring without an arrow on it, which can damage the bow? | B) Dry fire |
| 31 | What is the name of the horizontal part of a bow on which an arrow lies? | B) Arrow Shelf |
| 32 | What are the stabilizers attached to a bow primarily used for? | C) Providing balance and reducing vibrations |
| 33 | Who held the title of World Archery Champion for men's individual recurve in 2019? | A) Brady Ellison |
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FAQ
How many questions are in this archery quiz?
There are 33 questions, each with three options and the correct answer behind the reveal button.
Where can I find the archery trivia questions and answers together?
The answer key under the scoring table lists all 33 questions with their answers in order, so a full round can be marked in one go.
Is archery the right sport for me?
Archery rewards patience and a steady routine more than strength, and clubs run beginner courses with loan equipment. If the equipment and scoring questions in this quiz interest you rather than bore you, a taster session is worth booking.
Are these archery trivia questions hard?
The gear and terminology questions are easy for anyone who shoots. The Olympic format, historical and scoring questions are harder.
Can I use these archery questions for a club quiz night?
Yes. Read the question with its three options, let everyone note a letter, then work through the answer key at the end.
What is a good score on this archery quiz?
More than half is a solid result. The scoring table turns your total into a rank, from Target Trainee at the bottom to Archery Ace at the top.
How far away is the target in Olympic archery?
70 meters, shot at a target face 122 centimeters across. The innermost ring scores 10 points.
What is a Robin Hood in archery?
An arrow that splits or lodges inside the shaft of an arrow already in the target. It is named after the Robin Hood legend and usually ruins both arrows.
What wood were English longbows made from?
Yew, prized because the pale sapwood resists stretching and the darker heartwood resists compression, which gives the stave its spring.
