Introduction and History of Sports

Q. The Gupta period is sometimes known as the 'Golden Age of India'. During this period, which of the following outdoor sports were played for the purpose of entertainment?

1. Horse racing
2. Chess
3. Chariot racing
4. Wrestling

Q. The ancient event of Olympic games used to be held at ________, the ancient Greek city.

1. Greeka
2. Olympus
3. Olympia
4. Olympica

Q. Guess the word based on the clues provided.

1. 
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4. 

Q. The Olympic Games are held once every _______ years in a selected country.

1. four
2. three
3. two
4. five

Q. The Olympic Games originated in ancient _______, as many as 3, 000 years ago.

1. Belgium
2. Greece
3. Italy
4. Argentina

Q. Hunting was a way of obtaining food for the ancient people but it was also looked upon as a _____ and entertainment.

1. gambling
2. game
3. occupation
4. matter of self-respect

Q. The ______ were the first to standardise the rules of sports and organise them systematically.

1. French
2. Roman
3. Persian
4. Greek

Q. Which among the following is NOT a Cricket accessories?

1. Gloves
2. Knee pads
3. Studs
4. Helmet

Q. Which of the following highlight the importance of games?

1. Games help in refereshing the minds.
2. Games helps in developing leadership qualities.
3. Games makes people tired.
4. Games help in developing courage, determination and sportsmanship.

Q. The sports event called 'X' is said to have its origins in ancient Greece, from almost 3, 000 years ago. 'X' is held once every four years. What is 'X'?

1. Paralympics
2. Commonwealth Games
3. Asiad
4. Olympic Games

Q. Vitamin D is synthesised in our body when our skin is exposed to .

1. sunlight
2. any light
3. dust

Q. Sports is a combination of entertainment and ________.

1. meditation
2. lazyness
3. physical exercise
4. waste of time