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Conquering the Court: Indoor Sports Trivia Challenge

Description: Put your knowledge of indoor sports to the test with our challenging trivia quiz, 'Conquering the Court: Indoor Sports Trivia Challenge'. From basketball to volleyball and everything in between, this quiz will put your expertise to the test.
Number of Questions: 15
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Tags: indoor sports basketball volleyball tennis badminton squash table tennis handball futsal hockey
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Which indoor sport is played with a ball that has holes in it?

  1. Volleyball

  2. Basketball

  3. Handball

  4. Tennis


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Handball is a team sport in which players pass a ball with their hands to each other while trying to score goals by throwing the ball into the opponent's goal.

In basketball, what is the term for a player who is fouled while attempting a shot and is awarded free throws?

  1. And-one

  2. Three-point play

  3. Four-point play

  4. Technical foul


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

An 'and-one' occurs when a player is fouled while attempting a shot and is awarded one free throw for the foul and an additional free throw for the successful shot.

Which indoor sport is played with a shuttlecock?

  1. Badminton

  2. Tennis

  3. Squash

  4. Table Tennis


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Badminton is a racquet sport played with a shuttlecock. Players hit the shuttlecock back and forth over a net using badminton racquets.

In volleyball, what is the term for a player who specializes in digging and receiving serves?

  1. Libero

  2. Setter

  3. Middle blocker

  4. Outside hitter


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

A libero is a defensive specialist in volleyball who is allowed to replace any other player on the court. Liberos are not allowed to serve, attack the ball above the net, or block.

Which indoor sport is played on a court with a net and two teams of six players?

  1. Volleyball

  2. Basketball

  3. Handball

  4. Futsal


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Volleyball is a team sport in which two teams of six players are separated by a net. The object of the game is to score points by grounding the ball on the opponent's court.

In tennis, what is the term for a shot that is hit with the back of the racquet?

  1. Backhand

  2. Forehand

  3. Lob

  4. Drop shot


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

A backhand is a shot in tennis that is hit with the back of the racquet. Backhands are typically hit with one hand and are used to return shots that are hit to the player's non-dominant side.

Which indoor sport is played with a small, hollow ball that is hit with paddles?

  1. Table Tennis

  2. Badminton

  3. Squash

  4. Futsal


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Table tennis, also known as ping-pong, is a sport in which two players hit a small, hollow ball back and forth over a net using table tennis paddles.

In squash, what is the term for a shot that is hit with the ball bouncing off the front wall before hitting the side wall?

  1. Boast

  2. Drop shot

  3. Lob

  4. Straight drive


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

A boast is a shot in squash that is hit with the ball bouncing off the front wall before hitting the side wall. Boasts are typically used to deceive the opponent and create an opening for a winning shot.

Which indoor sport is played with a ball that is kicked between two teams of five players?

  1. Futsal

  2. Handball

  3. Basketball

  4. Volleyball


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Futsal is a five-a-side indoor soccer game played on a hard court. The game is played with a smaller ball and a smaller goal than traditional soccer.

In hockey, what is the term for a player who is responsible for defending the goal?

  1. Goaltender

  2. Defenseman

  3. Forward

  4. Center


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

A goaltender is a player in hockey who is responsible for defending the goal. Goaltenders wear specialized equipment and use their body and stick to block shots from the opposing team.

Which indoor sport is played with a stick and a puck?

  1. Hockey

  2. Futsal

  3. Handball

  4. Squash


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Hockey is a team sport played on ice in which players use sticks to shoot a puck into the opponent's net. Hockey is a fast-paced and physical sport that requires a lot of skill and athleticism.

In basketball, what is the term for a player who is responsible for bringing the ball up the court and setting up plays?

  1. Point guard

  2. Shooting guard

  3. Small forward

  4. Power forward


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

A point guard is a player in basketball who is responsible for bringing the ball up the court and setting up plays for their teammates. Point guards are typically quick and agile players with good ball-handling skills.

Which indoor sport is played with a racquet and a ball that is hit over a net?

  1. Tennis

  2. Badminton

  3. Squash

  4. Table Tennis


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Tennis is a racquet sport played between two players or two teams of two players. Players use tennis racquets to hit a ball over a net into the opponent's court.

In volleyball, what is the term for a player who is responsible for attacking the opponent's court and scoring points?

  1. Outside hitter

  2. Middle blocker

  3. Setter

  4. Libero


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

An outside hitter is a player in volleyball who is responsible for attacking the opponent's court and scoring points. Outside hitters are typically tall and athletic players with good jumping ability and powerful spikes.

Which indoor sport is played with a ball that is hit with the fist?

  1. Volleyball

  2. Handball

  3. Basketball

  4. Futsal


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Handball is a team sport in which players pass a ball with their hands to each other while trying to score goals by throwing the ball into the opponent's goal.

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