Badminton Court and Equipment Overview
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What is the purpose of the short service line in badminton?

  • To mark the boundary for serving
  • To indicate where the serve must land to be legal (correct)
  • To separate the doubles and singles courts
  • To show where the shuttlecock must be hit during a serve
  • How high should the badminton net be from the floor according to regulations?

  • 4 feet
  • 6 feet
  • 7 feet
  • 5 feet (correct)
  • What is the recommended height for badminton posts from the surface of the court?

  • 5 feet, 5 inches
  • 6 feet
  • 4 feet, 10 inches
  • 5 feet, 1 inch (correct)
  • What is the primary function of badminton shoes in relation to ankle support?

    <p>Preventing ankles from turning sharply during lunges</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is gripping in badminton related to?

    <p>How to hold the racket effectively for hitting shots</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which finger plays a significant role in the forehand grip in badminton?

    <p>Index finger</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of shot in badminton is a powerful overhead shot used to put away the shuttle that is above the height of the net?

    <p>Smash</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How many sets does a badminton match commonly consist of?

    <p>3</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What happens if a 'let' is called during a badminton game?

    <p>The rally is stopped and replayed with no change to the score</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In a badminton match, what determines which side serves first?

    <p>A coin toss at the beginning of the match</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which shot in badminton involves a slow, gentle shot that falls just over the net into the opponent’s forecourt?

    <p>Drop</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How many points are required to win a set in badminton in the 21 points system?

    <p>21 points</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which finger supplies power for making the shot in the backhand grip?

    <p>Thumb</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary function of the forehand service in badminton?

    <p>To start a play or rally</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which hand movement initiates the forehand stroke in badminton for a right-handed player?

    <p>Palm moving first</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the advantage of a backhand serve in badminton?

    <p>Shorter distance to travel</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which finger plays a crucial role in striking the birdie when using the backhand grip?

    <p>Thumb</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How does the backhand grip differ from the basic Handshake grip in badminton?

    <p>The index finger supplies power in the backhand grip</p> Signup and view all the answers

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