Combat Sports & Martial Arts Quiz

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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. What is the name of the fighting system used by Israeli special forces?

    • A. Systema
    • B. Muay Thai
    • C. Krav Maga
    • D. Kapap
  3. 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
  4. What is wrestling's version of a pin called in competition?

    • A. Submission
    • B. Match point
    • C. Fall
    • D. Ippon
  5. What is a gi in martial arts?

    • A. A type of throwing technique
    • B. The traditional uniform worn in Japanese and Korean martial arts
    • C. A sparring partner
    • D. A protective headguard
  6. 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
  7. Which martial art competition uses coloured belts most prominently to denote rank?

    • A. Boxing
    • B. Wrestling
    • C. Karate and BJJ
    • D. Muay Thai
  8. 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
  9. 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
  10. Which title do the top wrestlers hold in sumo above all other ranks?

    • A. Yokozuna
    • B. Sekiwake
    • C. Ozeki
    • D. Komusubi
  11. 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
  12. What does MMA stand for?

    • A. Mixed Melee Athletics
    • B. Modern Martial Arts
    • C. Mixed Martial Arts
    • D. Multiple Martial Arts
  13. 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
  14. What martial art uses throws and joint locks, originating in Japan?

    • A. Judo
    • B. Taekwondo
    • C. Kung Fu
    • D. Karate
  15. 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
  16. What is taekwondo known for emphasising?

    • A. Weapon-based combat
    • B. Head and body kicks
    • C. Ground fighting and submissions
    • D. Throwing techniques
  17. What is the octagon in MMA?

    • A. The eight-sided fenced competition area used in UFC events
    • B. An eight-fighter tournament format
    • C. The eight-round championship fight format
    • D. An eight-week training camp
  18. What does TKO stand for in boxing and MMA?

    • A. Total Knockout
    • B. Technical Knockout
    • C. Temporary Knockout
    • D. Timed Knockout
  19. 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
  20. What does the term ground and pound mean in MMA?

    • A. A takedown technique
    • B. Delivering strikes to a grounded opponent
    • C. A standing clinch
    • D. A submission from the guard