Table Tennis Trivia

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When was table tennis included as an Olympic sport?

1976
1984
1992
1988 (correct)

Which organization governs table tennis worldwide?

International Table Tennis Federation (ITTF) (correct)
International Tennis Federation (ITF)
FIFA
International Olympic Committee (IOC)

How many member associations does the ITTF currently include?

300
200
150
226 (correct)

How many players are there in a table tennis match?

4 (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is the name of the sport commonly known as ping pong?

Table Tennis (B) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a rule in table tennis?

Players are allowed to catch the ball with their hands (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of spinning the ball in table tennis?

To confuse the opponent and limit their options (D) Signup and view all the answers

When was the International Table Tennis Federation (ITTF) founded?

1926 (D) Signup and view all the answers

In which year did table tennis become an Olympic sport?

1988 (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the name of the official rulebook for table tennis?

ITTF Handbook (C) Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Table Tennis Overview

Table tennis was included as an Olympic sport in 1988.

Governance

The International Table Tennis Federation (ITTF) governs table tennis worldwide.
The ITTF was founded in 1926.
The ITTF currently includes over 226 member associations.

Game Basics

A table tennis match typically involves 2 players, or 4 players in doubles matches.

Terminology

Table tennis is commonly known as ping pong.

Rules

One rule in table tennis is that the ball must be spinning to make it difficult for the opponent to return.
The official rulebook for table tennis is called the ITTF Handbook.

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Test your knowledge of table tennis with this quiz! From the rules of the game to the techniques and terminology, see how well you know this fast-paced sport also known as ping pong.