Fencing

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In fencing, what is the term for the area where the fencers compete?

  1. Piste

  2. Arena

  3. Court

  4. Field


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The piste is a rectangular area where fencing matches take place.

Which of these is not a valid target area in fencing?

  1. Torso

  2. Arms

  3. Legs

  4. Head


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

In fencing, the valid target areas are the torso, arms, and head. Legs are not a valid target.

What is the name of the referee in fencing?

  1. Umpire

  2. Judge

  3. Director

  4. Arbitrator


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

The director is the referee in fencing who oversees the match and makes decisions.

Which type of fencing weapon is characterized by a long, thin blade?

  1. Foil

  2. Epee

  3. Sabre

  4. Rapier


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

The epee is a fencing weapon with a long, thin blade and a rounded tip.

In fencing, what is the term for a successful hit?

  1. Touch

  2. Strike

  3. Point

  4. Score


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

A successful hit in fencing is called a touch.

Which fencing weapon is known for its curved blade?

  1. Foil

  2. Epee

  3. Sabre

  4. Rapier


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

The sabre is a fencing weapon with a curved blade and a sharp point.

What is the name of the protective clothing worn by fencers?

  1. Uniform

  2. Gear

  3. Attire

  4. Equipment


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Fencers wear a protective uniform that includes a jacket, pants, mask, and gloves.

In fencing, what is the term for a fencer's stance?

  1. Guard

  2. Position

  3. Stance

  4. Posture


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The guard is the fencer's stance, which involves holding the weapon in a defensive position.

Which fencing weapon is characterized by a square-shaped blade?

  1. Foil

  2. Epee

  3. Sabre

  4. Rapier


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The foil is a fencing weapon with a square-shaped blade and a blunt tip.

What is the term for a fencer who initiates an attack?

  1. Attacker

  2. Initiator

  3. Assailant

  4. Aggressor


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The attacker is the fencer who initiates an attack by making the first move.

In fencing, what is the term for a fencer's defensive move to avoid an attack?

  1. Parry

  2. Dodge

  3. Evade

  4. Deflect


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

A parry is a fencer's defensive move to deflect or block an opponent's attack.

Which fencing weapon is known for its triangular-shaped blade?

  1. Foil

  2. Epee

  3. Sabre

  4. Rapier


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The rapier is a fencing weapon with a triangular-shaped blade and a sharp point.

What is the term for a fencer who responds to an attack?

  1. Defender

  2. Respondent

  3. Recipient

  4. Counterattacker


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The defender is the fencer who responds to an attack by making a defensive move.

In fencing, what is the term for a fencer's quick and sudden movement to gain an advantage?

  1. Lunge

  2. Advance

  3. Rush

  4. Charge


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

A lunge is a fencer's quick and sudden movement forward to gain an advantage.

Which fencing weapon is known for its flexible blade?

  1. Foil

  2. Epee

  3. Sabre

  4. Rapier


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The foil is a fencing weapon with a flexible blade and a blunt tip.

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