Badminton Terminology Quiz

Questions and Answers

What is an alley in badminton?

The net height requirement

The center line of the court

The 1.5 foot wide extension on both sides of the court (correct)

The area where players stand

What is a backhand stroke?

Any stroke made on the side of the body opposite the racket side.

What is another name for the shuttlecock?

Bird

What is a block in badminton?

A stroke whereby the racket is placed in front of the shuttle with very little motion used. Signup and view all the answers

What is a carry in badminton?

An illegal shot where the shuttle does not rebound immediately off the racket at the point of contact. Signup and view all the answers

What is a clear shot?

A high shot (or lob) that falls close to the back line. Signup and view all the answers

What does cross-court refer to?

A shot where the bird crosses the net in a diagonal direction. Signup and view all the answers

What is a double-hit?

An illegal shot wherein the shuttle is hit twice in succession on the same stroke. Signup and view all the answers

What is a drive in badminton?

A hard-driven stroke which just clears the net. Signup and view all the answers

What is a drop shot?

A shot which barely clears the net and immediately drops sharply. Signup and view all the answers

What does a fault signify in badminton?

Any infraction of the rules, resulting in a loss of serve or point. Signup and view all the answers

What is a foot fault?

Illegal position or movement of the feet by either the server or the receiver. Signup and view all the answers

What is forehand stroke?

Any stroke made on the racket side of the body. Signup and view all the answers

What is a game point?

The point which, if won, allows the server to win the game. Signup and view all the answers

What does handout mean in doubles?

It shows that one player has lost service. Signup and view all the answers

What is an inning in badminton?

The time during which a player or team holds service. Signup and view all the answers

What is a let in badminton?

Stopping of play due to some type of outside interference. Signup and view all the answers

What is an overhead strike?

A motion used to strike the shuttle when it is above the head. Signup and view all the answers

What is a rally in badminton?

An exchange of shots either in practice or during a match. Signup and view all the answers

Who is the receiver in badminton?

The player to whom the shuttle is served. Signup and view all the answers

Who is the server in badminton?

The player who puts the bird into play. Signup and view all the answers

What does setting refer to in badminton?

Choosing how many more points to play when certain tie scores are reached. Signup and view all the answers

What is a short serve?

A serve that just clears the net and lands barely inside the opponent's front service line. Signup and view all the answers

What is a shuttlecock?

The feathered, plastic, or nylon 'bird' which is batted back and forth in badminton. Signup and view all the answers

What does side-out mean?

When the individual (in singles) or team (in doubles) loses serve and becomes the receiver. Signup and view all the answers

What is a smash in badminton?

The hard overhead stroke hit downward with great velocity and angle. Signup and view all the answers

What is an underhand stroke?

A stroke that is hit upward when the shuttle has fallen below shoulder level. Signup and view all the answers

What does unsight mean in badminton?

Illegal position taken by the server's partner so the receiver cannot see the shuttle as it is hit. Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Badminton Terminology

Alley: A 1.5-foot wide extension on both sides of the court, used in doubles play.
Backhand: A stroke executed on the opposite side of the body of the racket hand.
Bird: Alternative term for the shuttlecock used in badminton.
Block: A defensive stroke where the racket is positioned to catch the shuttle with minimal motion.
Carry: An illegal shot where the shuttle does not rebound immediately off the racket upon contact.
Clear: A high shot that lands close to the back line, allowing players to regain court position.
Cross-court: A shot that travels diagonally across the court after passing over the net.
Double-hit: An infraction where the shuttle is struck twice in one motion, rendering the shot illegal.
Drive: A powerful stroke that barely clears the net, designed to prevent high returns.
Drop: A gentle shot that just crosses the net and drops sharply, aimed at outmaneuvering the opponent.
Fault: Any rule infraction during a match leading to a loss of service or point.
Foot Fault: Illegal positioning or movement of feet by the server or receiver during a service.
Forehand: A stroke made on the same side of the body as the racket hand.
Game Point: The critical point that, if won, secures victory in the game.
Handout: Term indicating a loss of service by a player in doubles, resulting in a rotation of service.
Inning: The duration in which a player or team maintains service during a game.
Let: A stoppage of play due to external interference, resulting in a replay of the point.
Overhead: Stroke technique for hitting the shuttle when it is positioned above head level.
Rally: A series of shots exchanged between players either during practice or matches.
Receiver: The player designated to receive the shuttle during service.
Server: The player responsible for initiating play by serving the shuttle.
Setting: A decision-making process regarding the number of points to play when specific tie scores are reached.
Short Serve: A serve that barely clears the net and lands close to the opponent’s front service line, primarily used in doubles.
Shuttlecock (Shuttle): The object's name, which can be made of feathers, plastic, or nylon, used in badminton.
Side-out: A scenario where a player or team loses service, transitioning to the role of receiver.
Smash: A powerful overhead strike delivered downward with speed and precision; considered the main attacking stroke in badminton.
Underhand: A stroke played upwards when the shuttle is below shoulder height.
Unsight: An illegal positioning tactic by the server's partner that obstructs the receiver's view of the shuttle at the moment of the serve.

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Test your knowledge of essential badminton terms with this quiz. From basic strokes like 'backhand' to court dimensions like 'alley', you'll explore key terminology used in the sport. Perfect for players and fans alike!