Revision Quiz - Track and Field Gr 9

What is track and field?

• The most popular sport in the world

• A sport that involves running, jumping and throwing skills

• A sport where hunting is done

• A sport that was originated in Jamaica

What is the name of the governing body responsible for track and field in the world?

• Jamaica Athletic Administrative Association

• International Association of Athletics Federation

• World Athletics

• International Olympic Committee

Who is the new president of the governing body of track and field in Jamaica?

• Garth Gayle

• Dr. Warren Blake

• Sebastian Coe

• Marva Bernard

What is the shape of the track?

• Elliptical

• Circle

• Square

• Rectangle

What is the measurement of the outdoor track?

• 200m

• 800m

• 400m

• 100m

Heptathlon is a combination of how many events in track and field?

• 5

• 10

• 8

• 7

Decathlon is done by both males and females.

• True

• False

When was the first recorded Olympic Games?

• 1896

• 2012

• 776 BC

• 393 AD

How many lanes are normally on a standard outdoor track?

• 4-6

• 6-8

• 8-10

• 10-12

Which of the following refers to the stadium where the Olympic Games are held?

• Olympia

• Olympiad

• Olympian

• Olympism