General Knowledge MCQs
Topic Notes: General Knowledge
MCQs and preparation resources for competitive exams, covering important concepts, past papers, and detailed explanations.
Plato
- Biography: Ancient Greek philosopher (427–347 BCE), student of Socrates and teacher of Aristotle, founder of the Academy in Athens.
- Important Ideas:
- Theory of Forms
- Philosopher-King
- Ideal State
31
Which country is home to the headquarters of United World Wrestling (UWW)?
Answer:
Switzerland
The headquarters of United World Wrestling are located in Corsier-sur-Vevey, Switzerland.
32
What is a 'Switch'?
Answer:
A reversal maneuver from the bottom position
The Switch is a classic reversal where the bottom wrestler attacks the top wrestler's arm and pivots their hips to swing out and behind to gain top position.
33
What is the 'Front Headlock'?
Answer:
Controlling the opponent's head and arm from the front
A front headlock is a dominant control position where a wrestler wraps their arms around the opponent's head and one arm from the front, usually after a snap down.
34
In Greco-Roman wrestling, is using the legs to defend a lift legal?
Answer:
No
In Greco-Roman, strictly no legs are allowed for offense or defense. Using a leg to hook or block a lift is a foul (leg foul) and results in a caution and points for the opponent.
35
What is a 'Snap Down'?
Answer:
Forcing the opponent's head/shoulders down towards the mat
A snap down is a technique used to force an opponent's head and shoulders down to the mat, often to set up a front headlock or a go-behind.
36
Which body part is it illegal to grasp in order to break a hold?
Answer:
The fingers
Grabbing individual fingers to break a hold is illegal and considered 'finger fighting' or torsion. A wrestler must grasp the whole hand or wrist.
37
What is a 'High Crotch'?
Answer:
A leg attack targeting the upper inside of the leg
The High Crotch is a takedown entry where the attacker steps outside the opponent's leg and attacks high on the thigh/crotch area, often transitioning to a double leg or lift.
38
Who was the first U.S. woman to win an Olympic gold medal in wrestling?
Answer:
Helen Maroulis
Helen Maroulis made history at the 2016 Rio Olympics by defeating the legendary Saori Yoshida to become the first American woman to win Olympic wrestling gold.
39
What does 'Shoot' mean in wrestling terminology?
Answer:
To attack the legs with a quick change of level
Shooting refers to the explosive movement of lowering one's level and driving forward to attack the opponent's legs for a takedown.
40
What is the 'Half Nelson'?
Answer:
A hold using one hand under the arm and behind the neck to turn the opponent
The Half Nelson is a classic pinning combination where one arm is passed under the opponent's armpit and the hand is placed on the back of the neck to leverage them over.