Martial Arts Blocking Techniques

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Questions and Answers

An 'Upper Left' block is designed to primarily defend against attacks targeting the right side of the upper body.

False (B)

The 'Upper Right' block is used to defend against strikes to the head, neck, and upper torso on the right side of the body.

True (A)

A 'Lower Left' block is designed to protect against low kicks and groin attacks on the left side of the body.

True (A)

The 'Lower Right' block is primarily used to defend against strikes aimed at the upper body on the right side.

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A 'Stomach Thrust' block is effective for deflecting attacks to the head.

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The 'Rising Block' is used to protect against attacks directed specifically at the knees.

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Using the 'Rising Block' is an effective strategy for countering a downward strike to the head.

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If an opponent is attempting a direct punch to your stomach, the most appropriate defense would be the 'Rising Block'.

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An 'Upper Left' block can simultaneously defend against attacks to both the upper and lower body on the left side.

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The 'Upper Right' block is designed solely for attacks involving weapons, and is ineffective against hand-to-hand combat.

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Flashcards

Upper Left Block

Defense against attacks to the left upper body (head, neck, torso).

Upper Right Block

Defense against attacks to the right upper body (head, neck, torso).

Lower Left Block

Defense against attacks to the left lower body (legs, groin).

Lower Right Block

Defense against attacks to the right lower body (legs, groin).

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Stomach Thrust Block

Defense against a direct attack to the stomach.

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Rising Block

Defense against attacks to the head.

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Study Notes

  • Upper Left block defends against attacks to the left side of the upper body
  • Areas defended include the head, neck, and upper torso
  • Upper Right block defends against attacks to the right side of the upper body
  • Defended areas are the head, neck, and upper torso
  • Lower Left block defends against attacks to the left side of the lower body
  • Defended areas include the legs and groin
  • Lower Right block defends against attacks to the right side of the lower body
  • Defended areas are the legs and groin
  • Stomach Thrust block defends against direct attacks to the stomach area
  • Rising Blocks (Head Level) defends against attacks directed at the head
  • Examples of attacks include a headbutt or a strike to the crown

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