Badminton Rules and History Quiz
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What is the maximum number of free throws that can be awarded to a fouled player?

  • One
  • Unlimited
  • Three
  • Two (correct)
  • What action is required to move the ball down the court in basketball?

  • Passing the ball
  • Dribbling the ball (correct)
  • Running with the ball
  • Dribbling the ball with two hands
  • What is a 'traveling' violation in basketball?

  • Touching the ball with both hands while dribbling
  • Pushing another player
  • Taking more than two steps without dribbling (correct)
  • Holding another player
  • What constitutes a double dribble violation?

    <p>Touching the ball with both hands at the same time while dribbling (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What action is considered a foul during a basketball game?

    <p>Pushing or holding another player (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    When serving in badminton, where must contact with the shuttlecock be made?

    <p>Below waist level (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What happens if a player touches the net during a rally in badminton?

    <p>The opposing team or player wins a point. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How is scoring determined in modern badminton?

    <p>Points are awarded to every rally winner. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How many points are needed to win a standard game of badminton?

    <p>21 points, must win by at least 2 points. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In doubles badminton, where does the first server start on the court?

    <p>The right side of the court (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    If the serving team loses the rally in doubles badminton, what happens to the serve?

    <p>The other team's player serves. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the original name of badminton before it came to England?

    <p>Poona (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT true about the rules of badminton?

    <p>A player may touch the net during a rally. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How many players are on each side in a badminton doubles match?

    <p>2 (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is a contact foul in badminton?

    <p>Touching the shuttlecock with the hand (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary characteristic of a backhand grip in badminton?

    <p>Palm facing upwards (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which badminton stance has the weight slightly forward with knees bent?

    <p>Attacking stance (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which is NOT considered a basic shot in badminton?

    <p>Block (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which skill is MOST crucial for accurately hitting the shuttlecock?

    <p>Hand-eye coordination (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who is credited with inventing the sport of basketball?

    <p>James Naismith (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which organization was instrumental in spreading basketball in the United States and around the world?

    <p>The YMCA (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why did the US Army promote basketball?

    <p>As a recreational activity and morale booster (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a field goal worth when scored inside the 3-point arc in basketball?

    <p>2 points (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are the primary physical benefits one receives from playing basketball?

    <p>Increased cardiovascular health (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of these is a mental benefit of playing basketball?

    <p>Boost in confidence (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How many total players are on a basketball team?

    <p>12 (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What action must a player take to move the ball in basketball while on the move?

    <p>Dribbling (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main objective of a basketball game?

    <p>Score more points than the opponent (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Flashcards

    Badminton

    A sport played with rackets and a shuttlecock, can be singles or doubles.

    Origin of Badminton

    Badminton originated from an ancient Indian game called 'poona', brought to England by British officers.

    Serve Rules

    Players must serve the shuttlecock underhand, below their waist, and diagonally into the opponent's court.

    No Touching the Net

    Players cannot touch the net during play; doing so results in a fault, giving a point to the opponent.

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    Rally Point Scoring

    In badminton, points are scored on every rally, played to 21 points with a 2-point lead required at 20-20.

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    Doubles Serving Order

    In doubles, players serve in a specific order starting from the right side; order must be maintained to avoid faults.

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    Badminton Association of England

    Founded in 1893, established formal rules for badminton and helped popularize the sport in England.

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    Olympic Sport

    Badminton became an Olympic sport in 1992, increasing its global popularity.

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    Free Throws

    Awarded to the fouled player, worth one point each, maximum of two.

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    Dribbling

    The act of bouncing the ball to move it down the court.

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    Traveling

    Taking more than two steps without dribbling after catching the ball, leading to turnover.

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    Double Dribble

    Dribbling with both hands or starting to dribble again after stopping, resulting in a turnover.

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    Basketball Foul

    A violation involving illegal physical contact like pushing or holding another player.

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    Badminton Types

    Badminton can be played as Singles (2 players) or Doubles (4 players).

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    Contact Foul

    Occurs when the shuttlecock contacts anything but the racket.

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    Double Hit Foul

    Hitting the shuttlecock twice on the same side of the court is a fault.

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    Service Receiving Fault

    A fault occurring if a player moves before the opponent serves.

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    Forehand Grip

    A grip where the racket is held like a handshake, palm downwards.

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    Backhand Grip

    A grip where the racket is held, palm facing upwards, like shaking hands.

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    Attacking Stance

    Weight forward, knees bent, racket raised to swing.

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    Defensive Stance

    An upright position, weight balanced, racket in front of the body.

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    Basic Shots

    Include Serve, Clear, Drop Shot, Smash, and Drive.

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    Coordination in Badminton

    Crucial for accurately hitting the shuttlecock consistently.

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    Cardiovascular Benefit

    Improves heart health and endurance through movement.

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    Dribbling in Basketball

    Bouncing the ball with one hand while guiding with the other.

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    Field Goals in Basketball

    Score 2 or 3 points depending on distance from basket.

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    Team Composition in Basketball

    A basketball team has 12 players with 5 on the court at once.

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    Benefits of Playing Basketball

    Includes physical fitness, confidence, focus, and teamwork.

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    Study Notes

    Badminton

    • Gameplay: Two players (singles) or two pairs (doubles) use rackets to hit a shuttlecock over a net into the opponent's court. Goal is to make the shuttlecock land in the opponent's court.
    • Origin: Started in ancient India as "poona," brought to England in the mid-19th century, and named after Badminton House.
    • Formalization: Formal rules established in 1893 with the Badminton Association of England; International Badminton Federation (IBF) created in 1934.
    • Olympic Sport: Became an Olympic sport in 1992 and is a globally popular sport.

    Badminton Rules & Regulations

    • Serving: Underhand serve; shuttlecock must go diagonally into the opponent's court. Racket head below the hand when striking the shuttlecock.
    • Net Contact: Players cannot touch the net with their body, racket, or anything else during a rally. Any contact is a fault.
    • Scoring: Rally point scoring; winner of the rally scores a point regardless of who served. Game is played to 21 points, needing a two-point difference to win.
    • Serving Order (Doubles): First server starts on the right side of the court; switching server after winning a point; losing a point switches the serve to the opposing team. Incorrect serving order equals a fault.

    Badminton Basic Faults

    • Contact Fouls: Contacting the shuttlecock with anything other than the racket.
    • Double Hits: Hitting the shuttlecock twice in the same side of the court. Only one hit per side is allowed.
    • Service Receiving Faults: Body/feet movement before the opponent finishes their serve.

    Badminton Skills

    • Grip: Forehand (palm slightly downward) and backhand (palm upward).
    • Stance: Balanced and stable; attacking (weight forward, knees bent) and defensive (upright, weight balanced).
    • Footwork: Quick and agile movements (cross-step, shuffle-step) to cover the court.
    • Basic Shots: Serve, clear (high, deep shot), drop shot (short, delicate shot close to the net), smash (powerful overhead shot), and drive (fast, flat shot).
    • Essential Qualities: Hand-eye coordination, speed, agility, and stamina are crucial for success in badminton.

    Basketball

    • Gameplay: Two teams of five players compete to score points by shooting a ball through a hoop. Played on a rectangular court, indoors.
    • Early Popularity: Promoted by the YMCA and US Army; widely popularized through television and cable.
    • Origins: 1891, invented by James Naismith in Springfield, Massachusetts, as a less injury-prone sport than football.
    • Evolution: Became popular in American colleges, then professional; NBA (1946) became a billion-dollar industry and integral part of American culture.

    Basketball Benefits

    • Physical: Cardiovascular health, muscle building, bone health, balance and coordination, and calorie burning.
    • Mental: Confidence boost, improved focus and concentration, stress relief.
    • Social: Teamwork, social interaction and creating friendships

    Basketball Rules

    • Teams: 12 players per team; 5 players on the court at a time. Violating this rule leads to loss of possession.
    • Dribble: Ball must be bounced with one hand and guided by the other hand. Only one hand can touch the ball whilst dribbling.
    • Scoring: Scoring more points through field goals (2 or 3 points), free throws (1 point).
    • Ball Movement: Cannot run with the ball; must dribble. Limited steps without bouncing the ball.
    • Traveling: Maximum of two steps after catching the ball before dribbling; cannot run with the ball.
    • Double Dribble: Dropping the ball with both hands; cannot start to dribble after stopping.
    • Fouls: Unpermitted physical contact (pushing, holding) leads to a foul; opposing team gains possession of the ball and free throws.

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