Sports Knowledge and Rules

The video, led by Professor Peterson, provides a comprehensive review of network and wall sports, including volleyball, badminton, and squash. It discusses the characteristics and rules of these sports, their adaptability for home practice, and the technical and tactical skills involved. The video also highlights the evolution of sports like volleyball and introduces Brazilian sports such as peteca and manbol.

What is a common characteristic of network sports?

• Using a wall to rebound the ball

• Throwing the ball into a basket

• Hitting the ball over a net

• Running with the ball

Which of the following is an example of a wall sport?

• Table Tennis

• Badminton

• Squash

• Volleyball

How can you adapt network sports to play at home?

• Swimming in the bathtub

• Running around the house

• Using a kitchen table for table tennis

• Playing soccer in the living room

What is a unique feature of the shuttlecock used in Badminton?

• It is made from rubber

• It is made from synthetic fibers

• It is made from the left wing feathers of a goose

• It is made from plastic

What was one of the major influences on the evolution of Volleyball?

• Adaptations for television broadcasting

• Introduction of new ball types

• Changes in player uniforms

• Changes in court dimensions

What is the purpose of a challenge in Volleyball?

• To pause the game

• To change the ball

• To review a referee's decision

• To request a substitution

Which sport is known for having the fastest ball speed?

• Badminton

• Table Tennis

• Volleyball

• Peteca

What is the origin of the sport Peteca?

• It was created in Japan

• It started in Europe

• It originated from Brazilian indigenous people

• It was invented in the USA

What is a key feature of Pelota Basca?

• It is played on grass

• It involves hitting a ball against a wall

• It is played with a shuttlecock

• It uses a net to divide the court

What is the main objective in Squash?

• To throw the ball into a basket

• To hit the ball over a net

• To score goals

• To hit the ball against a wall so the opponent cannot return it