History of Table Tennis
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What is the purpose of the center line on a table tennis table in a doubles match?

  • To indicate the direction of play
  • To mark the service line
  • To separate the two halves of the table
  • To divide each end into two equal parts (correct)

    • What is the minimum height of the playing area required for table tennis?

  • 11.5 feet (correct)
  • 10 feet
  • 12 feet
  • 9 feet

    • What is the diameter of a table tennis ball?

  • 35 mm
  • 30 mm
  • 45 mm
  • 40 mm (correct)

    • What is the purpose of the rubber on the paddle in table tennis?

    <p>To cover the sides of the blade used to strike the ball</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the color of the rubber on one side of a table tennis paddle?

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

    What is the material used to make the floor of a table tennis playing area?

    <p>Hard materials such as wood, concrete, or hard rubber</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What led to the development of table tennis in the 1880s?

    <p>The popularity of Lawn Tennis</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What materials were initially used to play table tennis in England?

    <p>Cigar box lids, rounded wine bottle corks, and books</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who is credited as the inventor of table tennis by the ITTF?

    <p>David Foster</p> Signup and view all the answers

    When was the first world championship of table tennis held?

    <p>1926</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the height of the table tennis playing surface from the floor?

    <p>2.5 feet</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the name of the governing body that unified the rules of table tennis?

    <p>International Table Tennis Federation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the minimum height the ball should be tossed during service?

    <p>6 inches</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What happens if the ball is volleyed during a rally?

    <p>A point is awarded to the opponent</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the characteristic of a Practice/Training ball in table tennis?

    <p>It is a softer ball suitable for beginners</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the correct sequence of the ball's path in doubles?

    <p>Right half-court of server's end, net assembly, right half-court of receiver's end</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of a one-minute timeout in a table tennis match?

    <p>To give players a brief rest during the match</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the consequence of moving the table during a rally?

    <p>A point is awarded to the opponent</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the correct position of the ball at the start of the service?

    <p>On the server's hand, above the playing surface</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the minimum score required to win a game in table tennis?

    <p>11 points</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What happens if the ball is hidden during service?

    <p>A point is awarded to the opponent</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the highest quality ball authorized for use in table tennis tournaments?

    <p>Three-star ball</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of brief pauses during a table tennis game?

    <p>To give players a chance to towel off and hydrate</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the format of a table tennis match?

    <p>Best of 3, 5, or 7 games</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the recommended order of shots to master in table tennis?

    <p>Backhand push, forehand drive, backhand drive, forehand push</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary purpose of moving the free arm during the forehand drive?

    <p>To maintain balance and assist in turning the body</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How much should the upper body swivel during the forehand drive?

    <p>Approximately 45 degrees to the right</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of spin is imparted on the ball during the backhand push?

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

    What is the recommended stance for playing the backhand drive?

    <p>Straight, facing the line of play</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of keeping a loose wrist during the backhand drive?

    <p>To produce a slight topspin</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Table Tennis Playing Area

    • The playing surface includes the top edges only, not including the sides below the edge.
    • The minimum playing area is 40 feet long, 20 feet wide, and 11.5 feet high.
    • The floor should be made of hard materials such as wood, concrete, or hard rubber with a non-slippery surface.

    Table Tennis Paddle and Ball

    • The paddle consists of two parts: the blade or wood and the face, which is covered with rubber.
    • The paddle may be of any shape, size, and weight.
    • The blade must be smooth, rigid, and continuously of even thickness.
    • The matte ball is spherical, weighs 2.7 grams, and has a diameter of 40 mm.
    • The ball is made of celluloid or similar plastic and may be white or orange.

    Scoring

    • A player gains a point when their opponent:
    • Fails to hit the ball
    • Fails to toss the ball for at least 6 inches high
    • Tosses the ball with a cupped hand
    • Tosses the ball starting from below the level of the playing surface
    • Catches the ball that is tossed
    • Hides the ball during service
    • Moves the table during a rally
    • Fails to let the ball go across the net
    • Does not let the ball hit the playing surface
    • Volleys the ball
    • Allows the ball to bounce twice in his end
    • Strikes the ball twice in hitting a return
    • Strikes the ball out of turn in doubles
    • Fails to return the serve

    Serving

    • The ball shall be motionless, resting freely on the flat, open palm of the free hand of the server, behind the end line and above the height of the playing surface.
    • The server shall toss the ball close to vertically upwards, without putting spin, so that it is at least 6 inches high after leaving the palm of the free hand and then descends without touching anything before being hit.

    Shots

    Backhand Push

    • Stand close to the table and take a stance facing the line of play.
    • Using a short stroke, your racket arm should move forward from the elbow in a horizontal plane to the incoming ball.
    • Brush the bottom of the ball with your paddle in a closed position, imparting a slight backspin as you step your right foot forward, placing it slightly under the table.

    Forehand Drive

    • Stand close to the table in a sideward manner, facing the direction of play.
    • Using a medium stroke, your racket arm should progress forward and a little upwards in the course that the ball is directed, while your free arm should point towards the ball to assist your body in turning and maintaining balance.

    Backhand Drive

    • Stand close to the table and take a stance facing the direction of play.
    • Using a medium stroke, your racket arm should progress forward and a little upward in the course that the ball is directed.
    • The paddle should be slightly closed, and by keeping a loose wrist, you can produce a slight topspin as your arm is moved forward.

    History of Table Tennis

    • Table tennis was developed in the 1880s by British army officers stationed in India and South Africa.
    • The game gained popularity, leading to the formation of the Table Tennis Association in England in 1901.
    • The International Table Tennis Federation (ITTF) was founded in 1926, creating unified rules and becoming the sport's international governing body.

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    Learn about the origins of table tennis, from its evolution from ancient games like Jeu de Paume and Royal Tennis, to its development in the 1880s by British army officers in India and South Africa. Discover how this popular racket sport started as a casual pastime in England. Test your knowledge of table tennis history!

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