Athletics Jump Events and History

The video tutorial provides an in-depth look at the various types of jumps in athletics, including the long jump, high jump, pole vault, and triple jump. It covers the history, rules, and techniques associated with each type of jump, highlighting their evolution over time and their significance in the Olympic Games. The tutorial also explains the specific equipment used in events like the pole vault and the technical aspects of executing each jump successfully.

Which of the following is NOT a type of jump in athletics?

• Long Jump

• Pole Vault

• High Jump

• Hurdles

In which year did the long jump become an Olympic event for women?

• 1928

• 2000

• 1948

• 1896

What is the maximum length of the runway in a long jump competition?

• 30 meters

• 40 meters

• 60 meters

• 50 meters

Which technique is currently used in high jump competitions?

• Straddle

• Western Roll

• Fosbury Flop

• Scissors

When did the high jump become an Olympic event for women?

• 1928

• 1960

• 1948

• 1896

What is the primary material used for modern pole vault poles?

• Aluminum

• Steel

• Wood

• Fiberglass

In which year did the pole vault become an Olympic event for women?

• 1896

• 1928

• 1996

• 2000

What is the sequence of jumps in a triple jump?

• Step, Jump, Hop

• Hop, Jump, Step

• Hop, Step, Jump

• Jump, Hop, Step

When did the triple jump become an Olympic event for women?

• 2000

• 1996

• 1928

• 1896

What is the length of the runway used in triple jump competitions?

• 40 to 45 meters

• 30 to 35 meters

• 50 to 55 meters

• 60 to 65 meters