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Table of Contents
- 1. In which country did Karate originate?
- 2. What does the word “Karate” mean?
- 3. What is the name of the traditional white Karate uniform?
- 4. Which of the following is NOT a Karate belt color?
- 5. How many Heian Kata are there in Shotokan Karate?
- 6. What is the meaning of the term “Kumite”?
- 7. Which of these is NOT one of the four main branches of Karate-Do?
- 8. What does the term “Kata” mean in Karate?
- 9. Who is considered as the father of modern-day Karate?
- 10. What is the term used for a Karate school or training hall?
- 11. What is the official sport organization that governs Karate internationally?
- 12. Which of these techniques is a punching technique in Karate?
- 13. What is the term used for a Karate instructor?
- 14. Which of these Karate styles focuses primarily on speed and agility?
- 15. In which of these movies does the main character learn Karate as a means of self-defense?
- 16. What is the purpose of “Kihon” in Karate training?
- 17. Which of the following is a striking technique using the knee in Karate?
- 18. What is the name of the traditional bow used before and after Karate practice?
- 19. In which year did Karate become an official Olympic sport?
- 20. What is the main purpose of the loud shout or “Kiai” in Karate?
- 21. What is the term for a front kick in Karate?
- 22. What is the highest attainable rank in most Karate systems?
- 23. Which part of the foot is typically used when performing a roundhouse kick (Mawashi Geri) in Karate?
- 24. Which of these is a basic Karate blocking technique?
- 25. Which martial art heavily influenced the development of Karate?
- 26. How many training sessions per week are typically recommended for a beginner in Karate?
- 27. Which part of the hand is used for a Karate chop or Shuto Uchi?
- 28. Which of the following stances is commonly used in Karate?
- 29. What is the term for a Karate practitioner?
- 30. In Karate, how is one’s progress in skill and knowledge usually acknowledged?
- 31. Which of these is a form of Karate sparring focused on one step techniques?
- 32. What are the two main components of traditional Karate training?
- 33. In Karate, what is the term used for a counter-attack?
1. In which country did Karate originate?
- A) China
- B) Japan
- C) Korea
2. What does the word “Karate” mean?
- A) Empty Hand
- B) Iron Fist
- C) Powerful Kick
3. What is the name of the traditional white Karate uniform?
- A) Dojo
- B) Hakama
- C) Gi
4. Which of the following is NOT a Karate belt color?
- A) Purple
- B) Orange
- C) Silver
5. How many Heian Kata are there in Shotokan Karate?
- A) 2
- B) 5
- C) 10
6. What is the meaning of the term “Kumite”?
- A) Sparring
- B) Forms
- C) Stances
7. Which of these is NOT one of the four main branches of Karate-Do?
- A) Shitoryu
- B) Shotokan
- C) Taekwondo
8. What does the term “Kata” mean in Karate?
- A) Fighting techniques
- B) Preset kicks and punches
- C) Formal exercises or forms
9. Who is considered as the father of modern-day Karate?
- A) Mas Oyama
- B) Gichin Funakoshi
- C) Morihei Ueshiba
10. What is the term used for a Karate school or training hall?
- A) Gi
- B) Obi
- C) Dojo
11. What is the official sport organization that governs Karate internationally?
- A) WKF (World Karate Federation)
- B) IOC (International Olympic Committee)
- C) ITKF (International Traditional Karate Federation)
12. Which of these techniques is a punching technique in Karate?
- A) Gedan Barai
- B) Oi Zuki
- C) Mae Geri
13. What is the term used for a Karate instructor?
- A) Sensei
- B) Sempai
- C) Shihan
14. Which of these Karate styles focuses primarily on speed and agility?
- A) Goju-Ryu
- B) Wado-Ryu
- C) Kyokushin
15. In which of these movies does the main character learn Karate as a means of self-defense?
- A) Enter the Dragon
- B) The Karate Kid
- C) Bloodsport
16. What is the purpose of “Kihon” in Karate training?
- A) Meditation
- B) Basic techniques development
- C) Team building
17. Which of the following is a striking technique using the knee in Karate?
- A) Mawashi Geri
- B) Hiza Geri
- C) Ushiro Geri
18. What is the name of the traditional bow used before and after Karate practice?
- A) Osu
- B) Rei
- C) Kiai
19. In which year did Karate become an official Olympic sport?
- A) 2016
- B) 2020
- C) 2024
20. What is the main purpose of the loud shout or “Kiai” in Karate?
- A) To distract the opponent
- B) To apply power and focus
- C) To signal the end of a technique
21. What is the term for a front kick in Karate?
- A) Mawashi Geri
- B) Yoko Geri
- C) Mae Geri
22. What is the highest attainable rank in most Karate systems?
- A) 5th Dan
- B) 10th Dan
- C) 12th Dan
23. Which part of the foot is typically used when performing a roundhouse kick (Mawashi Geri) in Karate?
- A) Ball of the foot
- B) Heel
- C) Instep
24. Which of these is a basic Karate blocking technique?
- A) Soto Uke
- B) Gyaku Zuki
- C) Shuto Uchi
25. Which martial art heavily influenced the development of Karate?
- A) Kung Fu
- B) Muay Thai
- C) Taekwondo
26. How many training sessions per week are typically recommended for a beginner in Karate?
- A) 1
- B) 2-3
- C) 4-5
27. Which part of the hand is used for a Karate chop or Shuto Uchi?
- A) Fist
- B) Palm heel
- C) Knife edge (side) of the hand
28. Which of the following stances is commonly used in Karate?
- A) Zenkutsu Dachi
- B) Hanmi
- C) Neko Ashi Dachi
29. What is the term for a Karate practitioner?
- A) Shodan
- B) Karateka
- C) Budoka
30. In Karate, how is one’s progress in skill and knowledge usually acknowledged?
- A) Medal
- B) Belt ranking system
- C) Certificate
31. Which of these is a form of Karate sparring focused on one step techniques?
- A) Jiyu Kumite
- B) Ippon Kumite
- C) Sanbon Kumite
32. What are the two main components of traditional Karate training?
- A) Kihon and Kata
- B) Kata and Kumite
- C) Kihon and Kumite
33. In Karate, what is the term used for a counter-attack?
- A) Sen
- B) Go
- C) Tai Sabaki
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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