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When did badminton evolve from a game called battledore?
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?
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?
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?
What was the original name of badminton in Europe?
Where did British soldiers learn the game similar to badminton known as Poona?
Where did British soldiers learn the game similar to badminton known as Poona?
What event led to the popularization of badminton in England?
What event led to the popularization of badminton in England?
Who named the game of badminton after the Badminton House in Gloucestershire?
Who named the game of badminton after the Badminton House in Gloucestershire?
When did the game of badminton officially begin in the 19th century?
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?
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?
Which country played under the same rules as India until 1887?
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