Showing 11–20 of 152 questions
Q.11
Easy
Sports and Games
What is the height of a standard basketball hoop above the ground?
A
9 feet
B
9.5 feet
C
10 feet
D
10.5 feet
Correct Answer:
C. 10 feet
Explanation:
The standard height of a basketball hoop is 10 feet (3.05 meters) above the ground in all official basketball competitions.
Q.12
Easy
Sports and Games
In which sport is the Davis Cup an important tournament?
A
Badminton
B
Tennis
C
Table Tennis
D
Squash
Correct Answer:
B. Tennis
Explanation:
The Davis Cup is a prestigious men's tennis tournament where nations compete against each other in team format.
Q.13
Easy
Sports and Games
What is the circumference of a regulation volleyball?
A
60-70 cm
B
65-67 cm
C
70-75 cm
D
75-80 cm
Correct Answer:
B. 65-67 cm
Explanation:
The circumference of a regulation volleyball is 65-67 cm (approximately 25.5-26.5 inches).
Q.14
Easy
Sports and Games
In which year was the Indian Premier League (IPL) cricket tournament first held?
A
2006
B
2007
C
2008
D
2009
Explanation:
The Indian Premier League was first held in 2008, revolutionizing cricket with its franchise-based T20 format.
Q.15
Easy
Sports and Games
In kabaddi, how many players are there on each side in a standard match?
Explanation:
In kabaddi, each side has 7 players on the field during a match, making it a key feature of this South Asian sport.
Q.16
Easy
Sports and Games
What is the maximum number of players allowed on the field in a standard ice hockey match?
A
5 per side
B
6 per side
C
7 per side
D
8 per side
Correct Answer:
B. 6 per side
Explanation:
In ice hockey, each team has a maximum of 6 players on the ice at a time (usually 3 forwards, 2 defensemen, and 1 goaltender).
Q.17
Easy
Sports and Games
In which year did India win the Cricket World Cup for the first time?
A
1979
B
1983
C
1987
D
1996
Explanation:
India won the Cricket World Cup in 1983 under the captaincy of Kapil Dev, defeating West Indies in the final at Lord's.
Q.18
Easy
Sports and Games
What is the diameter of a standard basketball hoop/ring in inches?
A
18 inches
B
20 inches
C
22 inches
D
24 inches
Correct Answer:
A. 18 inches
Explanation:
A standard basketball hoop has an inner diameter of 18 inches (45.7 cm) according to NBA and international basketball regulations.
Q.19
Easy
Sports and Games
What is the standard length of a cricket pitch in yards?
A
20 yards
B
22 yards
C
24 yards
D
26 yards
Correct Answer:
B. 22 yards
Explanation:
The standard length of a cricket pitch between the two stumps is 22 yards or approximately 20.12 meters.
Q.20
Easy
Sports and Games
What is the height of the net in a standard badminton court?
A
1.55 meters
B
1.65 meters
C
1.75 meters
D
1.85 meters
Correct Answer:
A. 1.55 meters
Explanation:
The height of the badminton net is 1.55 meters (5 feet 1 inch) at the edges and 1.524 meters (5 feet) at the center.
