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Handball: A Fast-Paced Fusion of Speed, Skill, and Teamwork

Description: Handball: A Fast-Paced Fusion of Speed, Skill, and Teamwork
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What is the objective of handball?

  1. To score goals by throwing the ball into the opponent's net

  2. To run the ball across the opponent's goal line

  3. To pass the ball to a teammate who is in a better position to score

  4. To prevent the opponent from scoring goals


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The primary objective of handball is to score goals by throwing the ball into the opponent's net.

How many players are on the court at a time for each team in handball?

  1. 5

  2. 6

  3. 7

  4. 8


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

In handball, each team has seven players on the court at a time, including the goalkeeper.

What is the duration of a handball match?

  1. 2 halves of 30 minutes each

  2. 2 halves of 25 minutes each

  3. 2 halves of 20 minutes each

  4. 2 halves of 15 minutes each


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

A handball match consists of two halves, each lasting 30 minutes.

What is the maximum number of steps a player can take while holding the ball in handball?

  1. 3

  2. 4

  3. 5

  4. 6


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

In handball, a player can take a maximum of three steps while holding the ball.

What is the penalty for a foul in handball?

  1. A free throw

  2. A penalty shot

  3. A yellow card

  4. A red card


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The penalty for a foul in handball is a free throw.

Which country is considered the birthplace of handball?

  1. Germany

  2. Denmark

  3. Sweden

  4. Norway


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Handball originated in Germany in the late 19th century.

What is the name of the international governing body for handball?

  1. International Handball Federation (IHF)

  2. European Handball Federation (EHF)

  3. Asian Handball Federation (AHF)

  4. Pan American Handball Federation (PATHF)


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The International Handball Federation (IHF) is the international governing body for handball.

Which country has won the most men's handball world championships?

  1. France

  2. Germany

  3. Sweden

  4. Denmark


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

France has won the most men's handball world championships, with six titles.

Which country has won the most women's handball world championships?

  1. Norway

  2. Russia

  3. France

  4. Denmark


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Norway has won the most women's handball world championships, with four titles.

What is the name of the most prestigious club handball competition in Europe?

  1. EHF Champions League

  2. EHF Cup

  3. EHF Challenge Cup

  4. EHF Super Cup


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The EHF Champions League is the most prestigious club handball competition in Europe.

What is the name of the most prestigious club handball competition in the world?

  1. IHF Super Globe

  2. IHF Men's Club World Championship

  3. IHF Women's Club World Championship

  4. IHF Beach Handball Club World Championship


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The IHF Super Globe is the most prestigious club handball competition in the world.

What is the name of the most famous handball player of all time?

  1. Magnus Wislander

  2. Talant Dujshebaev

  3. Nikola Karabatic

  4. Thierry Omeyer


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Magnus Wislander is widely considered the most famous handball player of all time.

What is the name of the most famous female handball player of all time?

  1. Katrine Fruelund

  2. Anja Andersen

  3. Linn-Kristin Riegelhuth Koren

  4. Hege Riise


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Anja Andersen is widely considered the most famous female handball player of all time.

What is the name of the handball variation played on a beach?

  1. Beach handball

  2. Indoor handball

  3. Field handball

  4. Street handball


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Beach handball is a variation of handball played on a beach.

What is the name of the handball variation played on a street?

  1. Street handball

  2. Indoor handball

  3. Field handball

  4. Beach handball


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Street handball is a variation of handball played on a street.

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