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Table of Contents
- 1. Which weapon in fencing is the heaviest?
- 2. In which century did modern fencing originate?
- 3. Which country is considered the birthplace of modern fencing?
- 4. Which of these fencing terms represents a successful touch on the opponent?
- 5. Who is considered the father of modern fencing?
- 6. What is the metal jacket worn in fencing called?
- 7. Which fencing weapon has a curved hand guard?
- 8. In which Olympic Games was women’s fencing introduced as an event?
- 9. Which fencing technique covers the entire body with continuous, forward-moving circular blade action?
- 10. Which of these is NOT a fencing position?
- 11. How many points does a fencer need to win a direct elimination bout in a major competition?
- 12. What is the defense action performed with the blade called?
- 13. Which part of the blade is the weakest?
- 14. In foil fencing, what is the target area for scoring points?
- 15. What is the name of the fencing move that involves quickly retreating out of the opponent’s reach?
- 16. What color is typically used to represent touches in electronic scoring for foil and epee?
- 17. What is the name of the stabbing move performed with the arm fully extended?
- 18. In sabre fencing, where can a fencer score points with a cutting action?
- 19. What is the name of the move used primarily in sabre fencing and involves jumping and landing while striking?
- 20. Which country has the most Olympic gold medals in fencing?
- 21. What is the term for a simultaneous attack in fencing?
- 22. Who is considered one of the greatest épée fencers of all time and holds the record for the most individual world championships?
- 23. What is the name for the thin, metal wire that connects the fencer’s weapon to the electronic scoring system?
- 24. What does the French term “en garde” mean in fencing?
- 25. In fencing terminology, what is a “riposte”?
- 26. What is the name of the padded glove worn on the fencing hand?
- 27. What is the maximum legal weight for a practice or competition fencing foil?
- 28. What is the term for intentionally hitting an opponent’s weapon in order to provoke a response or opening?
- 29. In sabre fencing, what is the term for an attack that starts with the point and lands with the edge of the blade?
- 30. What is the name of the rule that rewards the fencer who started an attack first if both fencers hit each other simultaneously in foil fencing?
- 31. What is the minimum thickness requirement for the fencing mask’s bib to provide adequate protection?
- 32. In which country was the first Fencing World Championships held in 1921?
- 33. Which of these is NOT one of the three fencing disciplines in modern pentathlon?
1. Which weapon in fencing is the heaviest?
- A) Foil
- B) Epee
- C) Sabre
2. In which century did modern fencing originate?
- A) 15th century
- B) 16th century
- C) 17th century
3. Which country is considered the birthplace of modern fencing?
- A) Italy
- B) France
- C) Spain
4. Which of these fencing terms represents a successful touch on the opponent?
- A) Fleche
- B) Lunge
- C) Touche
5. Who is considered the father of modern fencing?
- A) Camillo Agrippa
- B) Domenico Angelo
- C) Aldo Nadi
6. What is the metal jacket worn in fencing called?
- A) Plastron
- B) Lamé
- C) Cuirass
7. Which fencing weapon has a curved hand guard?
- A) Foil
- B) Epee
- C) Sabre
8. In which Olympic Games was women’s fencing introduced as an event?
- A) 1896 Athens
- B) 1904 St. Louis
- C) 1924 Paris
9. Which fencing technique covers the entire body with continuous, forward-moving circular blade action?
- A) Circles
- B) Parry
- C) Quarte
10. Which of these is NOT a fencing position?
- A) En garde
- B) Plie
- C) Reprise
11. How many points does a fencer need to win a direct elimination bout in a major competition?
- A) 10 points
- B) 15 points
- C) 21 points
12. What is the defense action performed with the blade called?
- A) Riposte
- B) Engagement
- C) Parry
13. Which part of the blade is the weakest?
- A) Forte
- B) Foible
- C) Pointe
14. In foil fencing, what is the target area for scoring points?
- A) Head and torso
- B) Torso only
- C) Entire body
15. What is the name of the fencing move that involves quickly retreating out of the opponent’s reach?
- A) Recover
- B) Retreat
- C) Ballestra
16. What color is typically used to represent touches in electronic scoring for foil and epee?
- A) Red
- B) Green
- C) White
17. What is the name of the stabbing move performed with the arm fully extended?
- A) Straight thrust
- B) Lunge
- C) Fleche
18. In sabre fencing, where can a fencer score points with a cutting action?
- A) Head and torso only
- B) Head, arms, and torso
- C) Entire body
19. What is the name of the move used primarily in sabre fencing and involves jumping and landing while striking?
- A) Flunge
- B) Lunge
- C) Ballestra
20. Which country has the most Olympic gold medals in fencing?
- A) France
- B) Italy
- C) Hungary
21. What is the term for a simultaneous attack in fencing?
- A) Corps-a-corps
- B) Double touch
- C) Remise
22. Who is considered one of the greatest épée fencers of all time and holds the record for the most individual world championships?
- A) Nedo Nadi
- B) Edoardo Mangiarotti
- C) Ede Gartenmann
23. What is the name for the thin, metal wire that connects the fencer’s weapon to the electronic scoring system?
- A) Reel
- B) Lame
- C) Bodyscord
24. What does the French term “en garde” mean in fencing?
- A) Attack
- B) Guard
- C) On guard
25. In fencing terminology, what is a “riposte”?
- A) An initial attack
- B) A counterattack after a successful parry
- C) A counterattack after a failed attack
26. What is the name of the padded glove worn on the fencing hand?
- A) Gauntlet
- B) Cuff
- C) Plastron
27. What is the maximum legal weight for a practice or competition fencing foil?
- A) 400 grams
- B) 500 grams
- C) 750 grams
28. What is the term for intentionally hitting an opponent’s weapon in order to provoke a response or opening?
- A) Beat
- B) Bind
- C) Flick
29. In sabre fencing, what is the term for an attack that starts with the point and lands with the edge of the blade?
- A) Coupe
- B) Cut-over
- C) Flick
30. What is the name of the rule that rewards the fencer who started an attack first if both fencers hit each other simultaneously in foil fencing?
- A) Right of way
- B) Priority
- C) Attack primacy
31. What is the minimum thickness requirement for the fencing mask’s bib to provide adequate protection?
- A) 2mm
- B) 4mm
- C) 6mm
32. In which country was the first Fencing World Championships held in 1921?
- A) France
- B) Italy
- C) Germany
33. Which of these is NOT one of the three fencing disciplines in modern pentathlon?
- A) Foil
- B) Epee
- C) Sabre
Results
| # of Correct Answers | Percentage Range | Label | Description |
|---|---|---|---|
| 0- | 0-49% | Foil FumblerArmchair Athlete | You've got some learning to do, but don't worry, there's always the next game! |
| - | 50-64% | Blade BeginnerRookie Runner | Not bad! Keep practicing, and you'll be a sports trivia champ in no time. |
| - | 65-79% | DuelistMidfield Maestro | Impressive! You're getting closer to the top, keep up the good work. |
| - | 80-94% | Parry ProAll-Star Striker | Wow, you really know your sports trivia! You're a force to be reckoned with. |
| -33 | 95-100% | Fencing MasterLegendary Champion | Unbelievable! You're a true sports trivia master. Your knowledge knows no bounds! |
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