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Squash Social and Cultural Impact

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When was the first squash tournament held?

  1. 1864

  2. 1874

  3. 1884

  4. 1894


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The first squash tournament was held in 1864 at the Marylebone Cricket Club in London, England.

Which country is considered the birthplace of squash?

  1. England

  2. Egypt

  3. Pakistan

  4. India


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Squash originated in England in the 19th century as a variant of the game of rackets.

What is the name of the most prestigious squash tournament in the world?

  1. World Open

  2. British Open

  3. US Open

  4. Hong Kong Open


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

The British Open is the most prestigious squash tournament in the world and is held annually in England.

Which country has won the most World Squash Team Championships?

  1. Egypt

  2. Pakistan

  3. England

  4. Australia


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Egypt has won the most World Squash Team Championships, with 14 titles.

Which squash player is considered the greatest of all time?

  1. Jahangir Khan

  2. Amr Shabana

  3. Nick Matthew

  4. Ramy Ashour


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Jahangir Khan is considered the greatest squash player of all time, having won the World Open 10 times and the British Open 6 times.

What is the name of the governing body for squash?

  1. World Squash Federation

  2. International Squash Federation

  3. Squash World Federation

  4. Global Squash Federation


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The World Squash Federation is the governing body for squash and is responsible for organizing the World Open and other major squash tournaments.

How many players are on a squash court at one time?

  1. 1

  2. 2

  3. 3

  4. 4


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Squash is played between two players on a court with four walls.

What is the name of the scoring system used in squash?

  1. Best of 3

  2. Best of 5

  3. Best of 7

  4. Best of 9


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Squash matches are played using a best-of-5 scoring system, with each game played to 11 points.

What is the name of the shot that is used to start a squash rally?

  1. Serve

  2. Drop

  3. Lob

  4. Drive


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The serve is the shot that is used to start a squash rally.

What is the name of the shot that is used to end a squash rally?

  1. Winner

  2. Kill

  3. Boast

  4. Let


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

A winner is a shot that ends a squash rally and results in a point for the player who hit the shot.

What is the name of the rule that allows a player to hit the ball twice in a row?

  1. Let

  2. Stroke

  3. No Let

  4. Hand Out


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

A let is a rule that allows a player to hit the ball twice in a row if the first shot was not a good return.

What is the name of the rule that allows a player to challenge a referee's decision?

  1. Appeal

  2. Challenge

  3. Review

  4. Protest


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

An appeal is a rule that allows a player to challenge a referee's decision.

What is the name of the rule that allows a player to stop a rally and take a break?

  1. Time Out

  2. Break

  3. Pause

  4. Interval


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

A time out is a rule that allows a player to stop a rally and take a break.

What is the name of the rule that allows a player to change their racket during a match?

  1. Racket Change

  2. Equipment Change

  3. Gear Change

  4. String Change


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

A racket change is a rule that allows a player to change their racket during a match.

What is the name of the rule that allows a player to leave the court during a match?

  1. Court Leave

  2. Off Court

  3. Court Exit

  4. Court Break


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

A court leave is a rule that allows a player to leave the court during a match.

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