Discus Throw

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What is the objective of Discus Throw?

  1. To throw the discus as far as possible

  2. To throw the discus into a designated area

  3. To throw the discus over a certain height

  4. To throw the discus through a hoop


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The goal of Discus Throw is to propel the discus as far as possible within the designated throwing sector.

What is the weight of the discus used in men's competitions?

  1. 1.5 kilograms

  2. 2 kilograms

  3. 2.5 kilograms

  4. 3 kilograms


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

In men's Discus Throw competitions, the discus weighs exactly 2 kilograms (4.41 pounds).

What is the weight of the discus used in women's competitions?

  1. 1 kilogram

  2. 1.5 kilograms

  3. 2 kilograms

  4. 2.5 kilograms


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

In women's Discus Throw competitions, the discus weighs exactly 1 kilogram (2.20 pounds).

What is the diameter of the discus used in men's competitions?

  1. 20 centimeters

  2. 22 centimeters

  3. 24 centimeters

  4. 26 centimeters


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

The discus used in men's competitions has a diameter of 22 centimeters (8.66 inches).

What is the diameter of the discus used in women's competitions?

  1. 18 centimeters

  2. 20 centimeters

  3. 22 centimeters

  4. 24 centimeters


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The discus used in women's competitions has a diameter of 18 centimeters (7.09 inches).

What is the minimum age requirement for competing in Discus Throw at the Olympic Games?

  1. 16 years old

  2. 18 years old

  3. 20 years old

  4. 22 years old


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Athletes must be at least 18 years old to compete in Discus Throw at the Olympic Games.

How many throws does each athlete get in the Discus Throw competition?

  1. 3 throws

  2. 4 throws

  3. 5 throws

  4. 6 throws


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Each athlete gets six throws in the Discus Throw competition, with the best throw counting as their final result.

What is the technique used to throw the discus?

  1. Hammer throw technique

  2. Javelin throw technique

  3. Shot put technique

  4. Discus throw technique


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Discus Throw involves a unique technique that combines a spinning motion with a powerful release of the discus.

What is the name of the area within which the discus must land in order to be considered a valid throw?

  1. Throwing sector

  2. Discus circle

  3. Landing zone

  4. Valid area


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The throwing sector is the designated area within which the discus must land in order to be considered a valid throw.

What is the foul line in Discus Throw?

  1. The line marking the boundary of the throwing circle

  2. The line marking the boundary of the landing zone

  3. The line marking the center of the throwing circle

  4. The line marking the edge of the discus


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The foul line in Discus Throw is the line marking the boundary of the throwing circle. Stepping on or over this line during the throw results in a foul.

What is the world record for the men's Discus Throw?

  1. 74.08 meters

  2. 79.58 meters

  3. 83.06 meters

  4. 86.54 meters


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The world record for the men's Discus Throw is 74.08 meters, set by Jürgen Schult of East Germany in 1986.

What is the world record for the women's Discus Throw?

  1. 68.94 meters

  2. 72.30 meters

  3. 76.80 meters

  4. 81.08 meters


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

The world record for the women's Discus Throw is 76.80 meters, set by Gabriele Reinsch of East Germany in 1988.

Which country has won the most gold medals in Discus Throw at the Olympic Games?

  1. United States

  2. Soviet Union

  3. East Germany

  4. Greece


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The United States has won the most gold medals in Discus Throw at the Olympic Games, with 12 gold medals.

Which athlete has won the most Olympic gold medals in Discus Throw?

  1. Al Oerter

  2. Robert Garrett

  3. Mac Wilkins

  4. Yuriy Dumchev


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Al Oerter of the United States has won the most Olympic gold medals in Discus Throw, with four consecutive gold medals from 1956 to 1968.

What is the Discus Throw event called in the Paralympic Games?

  1. Discus throw F11

  2. Discus throw F37

  3. Discus throw F44

  4. Discus throw F57


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

In the Paralympic Games, the Discus Throw event for athletes with physical disabilities is called Discus throw F57.

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