History of Badminton

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When did badminton evolve from a game called battledore?

1860s in India

1870s in Gloucestershire

16th century in England

5th century B.C. in China (correct)

What was the main objective of the game 'ti jian zi' played in China?

To hit the shuttle with the hand

To use a net to play the game

To keep the shuttle from hitting the ground without using hands (correct)

To see how far the shuttle could be kicked

In what century was the first game to use a shuttle played?

16th century

19th century

5th century B.C. (correct)

20th century

What was the original name of badminton in Europe?

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Where did British soldiers learn the game similar to badminton known as Poona?

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What event led to the popularization of badminton in England?

The launch of a game at a garden party by the Duke of Beaufort Signup and view all the answers

Who named the game of badminton after the Badminton House in Gloucestershire?

The Duke of Beaufort Signup and view all the answers

When did the game of badminton officially begin in the 19th century?

1870 Signup and view all the answers

What major tournament was held in England in 1948 by the International Badminton Federation?

The Thomas Cup Signup and view all the answers

Which country played under the same rules as India until 1887?

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When did badminton evolve from a game called battledore?

What was the main objective of the game 'ti jian zi' played in China?

In what century was the first game to use a shuttle played?

What was the original name of badminton in Europe?

Where did British soldiers learn the game similar to badminton known as Poona?

What event led to the popularization of badminton in England?

Who named the game of badminton after the Badminton House in Gloucestershire?

When did the game of badminton officially begin in the 19th century?

What major tournament was held in England in 1948 by the International Badminton Federation?

Which country played under the same rules as India until 1887?

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