Athletics Quiz

What is the name given to a group of sports that includes track and field events?

• Swimming

• Athletics

• Basketball

• Soccer

What are the two main categories of events in athletics?

• Track and Field

• Swimming and Jumping

• Running and Cycling

• Basketball and Soccer

What are field events in athletics?

• Basketball and Soccer events

• Cycling and Swimming events

• Running and Walking events

• Throwing and Jumping events

What is the distance of a 100 metres sprint race?

• 200 metres

• 100 metres

• 400 metres

• 50 metres

How many stages are there in the take-off for a sprint race?

• One

• Two

• Three

• Four

What must the runner do during a sprint race on the straight lanes?

• Hop

• Skip

• Walk

• Run

What must the arm do during a sprint race?

• Wave in the air

• Touch the ground

• Alternate with the legs

• Stay still

How is the winner determined in a sprint race?

• By the color of their shoes

• By the number on their shirt

• By the first to cross the finishing line with their chest or head to the tape

• By the loudest cheer from the audience

What is an athlete?

• A person who is trained or skilled in exercises, sports, or games

• A person who likes to watch sports

• A person who dislikes sports

• A person who has never played any games

What is the name given to a group of sports that includes track and field events?

• Soccer

• Athletics

• Swimming

• Basketball