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Table of Contents
- 1. Who is the founder of Judo?
- 2. In what year was Judo founded?
- 3. Where was Judo founded?
- 4. Which of these is not a Judo belt color?
- 5. What is the name of the traditional Judo uniform?
- 6. Which of these is the Japanese term for Judo techniques?
- 7. What does the word “Judo” mean in Japanese?
- 8. How many weight classes are there in Judo for men?
- 9. What is the highest rank in Judo?
- 10. What is the main objective in a Judo match?
- 11. Which of the following techniques is a Judo throw?
- 12. Which of these is a Judo stranglehold technique?
- 13. What is the term for winning a Judo match with a single technique?
- 14. Which of these is a Judo lock technique?
- 15. When was Judo first introduced as an Olympic sport?
- 16. What is the name of the Judo mat area where matches are held?
- 17. What is the term for a Judo contest
- 18. Which country has won the most overall Olympic gold medals in Judo?
- 19. Which of these Judo techniques is considered a foot-sweep?
- 20. What color is the highest belt in Judo?
- 21. What does “Nage Waza” refer to in Judo terminology?
- 22. Who is considered the best female Judoka of all time?
- 23. How long does a Judo match last for adult men?
- 24. What is the name of the technique where a Judoka “slaps” the mat to break their fall?
- 25. Which famous actor is an accomplished judoka, holding a 7th Dan black belt?
- 26. What is the most basic and common form of training in Judo?
- 27. What is the primary focus of “Katame Waza” in Judo?
- 28. Which country became the first to have both men’s and women’s teams win gold medals in Judo at the same Olympic games?
- 29. Which of these Judo throws is categorized as a “Hip Throw”?
- 30. Which of these terms indicates a “half point” in a Judo match?
- 31. What is the term used for Judo etiquette and general manners?
- 32. Which technique involves a swift drop to the knees and pulling the opponent over the Judoka’s shoulder?
- 33. In competitive Judo, which of the following actions would result in a penalty?
1. Who is the founder of Judo?
- A) Gichin Funakoshi
- B) Jigoro Kano
- C) Morihei Ueshiba
2. In what year was Judo founded?
- A) 1851
- B) 1882
- C) 1921
3. Where was Judo founded?
- A) China
- B) Japan
- C) Korea
4. Which of these is not a Judo belt color?
- A) Blue
- B) Green
- C) Purple
5. What is the name of the traditional Judo uniform?
- A) Dobok
- B) Gi
- C) Hakama
6. Which of these is the Japanese term for Judo techniques?
- A) Kihon
- B) Kata
- C) Waza
7. What does the word “Judo” mean in Japanese?
- A) The Way of Flexibility
- B) The Art of Peace
- C) The Gentle Way
8. How many weight classes are there in Judo for men?
- A) 5
- B) 7
- C) 10
9. What is the highest rank in Judo?
- A) 9th Dan
- B) 10th Dan
- C) 12th Dan
10. What is the main objective in a Judo match?
- A) Knocking out the opponent
- B) Scoring points by striking
- C) Throwing or pinning the opponent to the ground
11. Which of the following techniques is a Judo throw?
- A) Ippon Seoi Nage
- B) Jodan Mawashi Geri
- C) Yoko Tomoe Nage
12. Which of these is a Judo stranglehold technique?
- A) Hadaka Jime
- B) Kuzure Kesa Gatame
- C) Uchi Mata
13. What is the term for winning a Judo match with a single technique?
- A) Ippon
- B) Shido
- C) Waza-ari
14. Which of these is a Judo lock technique?
- A) O Goshi
- B) Ude Garami
- C) Yoko Shiho Gatame
15. When was Judo first introduced as an Olympic sport?
- A) 1932
- B) 1956
- C) 1964
16. What is the name of the Judo mat area where matches are held?
- A) Dojo
- B) Shiai
- C) Tatami
17. What is the term for a Judo contest
- A) Bout
- B) Randori
- C) Shiai
18. Which country has won the most overall Olympic gold medals in Judo?
- A) France
- B) Japan
- C) Russia
19. Which of these Judo techniques is considered a foot-sweep?
- A) Harai Goshi
- B) Osoto Gari
- C) Deashi Barai
20. What color is the highest belt in Judo?
- A) Black
- B) Red
- C) White
21. What does “Nage Waza” refer to in Judo terminology?
- A) Grappling techniques
- B) Striking techniques
- C) Throwing techniques
22. Who is considered the best female Judoka of all time?
- A) Kayla Harrison
- B) Ingrid Berghmans
- C) Ryoko Tani
23. How long does a Judo match last for adult men?
- A) 3 minutes
- B) 4 minutes
- C) 5 minutes
24. What is the name of the technique where a Judoka “slaps” the mat to break their fall?
- A) Kihon
- B) Ukemi
- C) Yoko Ukemi
25. Which famous actor is an accomplished judoka, holding a 7th Dan black belt?
- A) Bruce Lee
- B) Chuck Norris
- C) Steven Seagal
26. What is the most basic and common form of training in Judo?
- A) Drills
- B) Kata
- C) Randori
27. What is the primary focus of “Katame Waza” in Judo?
- A) Grappling techniques
- B) Striking techniques
- C) Throwing techniques
28. Which country became the first to have both men’s and women’s teams win gold medals in Judo at the same Olympic games?
- A) Cuba
- B) France
- C) Japan
29. Which of these Judo throws is categorized as a “Hip Throw”?
- A) O Goshi
- B) Uchi Mata
- C) Osoto Gari
30. Which of these terms indicates a “half point” in a Judo match?
- A) Ippon
- B) Shido
- C) Waza-ari
31. What is the term used for Judo etiquette and general manners?
- A) Kihon
- B) Reigi
- C) Saho
32. Which technique involves a swift drop to the knees and pulling the opponent over the Judoka’s shoulder?
- A) Ippon Seoi Nage
- B) Morote Seoi Nage
- C) Drop Seoi Nage
33. In competitive Judo, which of the following actions would result in a penalty?
- A) Grabbing the opponent’s fingers
- B) Sweeping the opponent’s leg
- C) Attempting an armbar
Results
| # of Correct Answers | Percentage Range | Label | Description |
|---|---|---|---|
| 0- | 0-49% | White BeltArmchair Athlete | You've got some learning to do, but don't worry, there's always the next game! |
| - | 50-64% | Yellow BeltRookie Runner | Not bad! Keep practicing, and you'll be a sports trivia champ in no time. |
| - | 65-79% | Green BeltMidfield Maestro | Impressive! You're getting closer to the top, keep up the good work. |
| - | 80-94% | Blue BeltAll-Star Striker | Wow, you really know your sports trivia! You're a force to be reckoned with. |
| -33 | 95-100% | Black BeltLegendary Champion | Unbelievable! You're a true sports trivia master. Your knowledge knows no bounds! |
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