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Adaptive Athletics: A Quiz on the Strength and Determination of Paralympic Athletes

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What is the name of the international governing body for adaptive athletics?

  1. International Paralympic Committee (IPC)

  2. World Para Athletics

  3. International Athletics Federation (IAAF)

  4. United States Olympic Committee (USOC)


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

World Para Athletics is the international governing body for adaptive athletics, a sport practiced by athletes with physical disabilities.

Which of the following is not a classification for adaptive athletics?

  1. T11-13

  2. F40-41

  3. P11-13

  4. C1-2


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

P11-13 is not a classification for adaptive athletics. T11-13 is for visually impaired athletes, F40-41 is for athletes with dwarfism, and C1-2 is for athletes with cerebral palsy.

What is the most common type of disability among adaptive athletes?

  1. Visual impairment

  2. Intellectual disability

  3. Physical disability

  4. Hearing impairment


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Physical disability is the most common type of disability among adaptive athletes, accounting for over 80% of all athletes.

Which adaptive athletic event is known for its use of a wheelchair?

  1. Wheelchair racing

  2. Powerlifting

  3. Swimming

  4. Archery


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Wheelchair racing is an adaptive athletic event in which athletes compete in specially designed wheelchairs.

What is the name of the adaptive athletic event where athletes throw a javelin?

  1. Javelin throw

  2. Discus throw

  3. Shot put

  4. Hammer throw


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Javelin throw is an adaptive athletic event where athletes throw a javelin.

Which adaptive athletic event involves athletes running on prosthetic legs?

  1. Sprinting

  2. Long jump

  3. High jump

  4. Triple jump


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Sprinting is an adaptive athletic event where athletes run on prosthetic legs.

What is the name of the adaptive athletic event where athletes compete in a seated position?

  1. Sitting volleyball

  2. Wheelchair basketball

  3. Boccia

  4. Goalball


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Sitting volleyball is an adaptive athletic event where athletes compete in a seated position.

Which adaptive athletic event involves athletes using a specially designed bicycle?

  1. Cycling

  2. Handcycling

  3. Triathlon

  4. Paratriathlon


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Handcycling is an adaptive athletic event where athletes use a specially designed bicycle.

What is the name of the adaptive athletic event where athletes compete in a swimming pool?

  1. Swimming

  2. Diving

  3. Water polo

  4. Synchronized swimming


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Swimming is an adaptive athletic event where athletes compete in a swimming pool.

Which adaptive athletic event involves athletes using a specially designed wheelchair for racing?

  1. Wheelchair racing

  2. Powerlifting

  3. Swimming

  4. Archery


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Wheelchair racing is an adaptive athletic event where athletes use a specially designed wheelchair for racing.

What is the name of the adaptive athletic event where athletes compete in a seated position on a specially designed sled?

  1. Bobsleigh

  2. Skeleton

  3. Luge

  4. Para bobsleigh


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Para bobsleigh is an adaptive athletic event where athletes compete in a seated position on a specially designed sled.

Which adaptive athletic event involves athletes using a specially designed ski?

  1. Alpine skiing

  2. Cross-country skiing

  3. Biathlon

  4. Para alpine skiing


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Para alpine skiing is an adaptive athletic event where athletes use a specially designed ski.

What is the name of the adaptive athletic event where athletes compete in a specially designed wheelchair for racing on ice?

  1. Ice sledge hockey

  2. Wheelchair curling

  3. Para ice hockey

  4. Para wheelchair curling


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Para ice hockey is an adaptive athletic event where athletes compete in a specially designed wheelchair for racing on ice.

Which adaptive athletic event involves athletes using a specially designed wheelchair for racing on a track?

  1. Wheelchair racing

  2. Powerlifting

  3. Swimming

  4. Archery


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Wheelchair racing is an adaptive athletic event where athletes use a specially designed wheelchair for racing on a track.

What is the name of the adaptive athletic event where athletes compete in a seated position on a specially designed sled?

  1. Bobsleigh

  2. Skeleton

  3. Luge

  4. Para bobsleigh


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Para bobsleigh is an adaptive athletic event where athletes compete in a seated position on a specially designed sled.

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