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
41
In Mixed Martial Arts (MMA), what constitutes a 'grounded opponent' regarding kicks?
Answer:
They have anything other than the soles of their feet touching the canvas
Under Unified Rules, it is generally illegal to kick or knee the head of a grounded opponent. An opponent is grounded if a hand, knee, or body part other than the feet is on the floor.
42
In Skateboarding (Street League), how is scoring generally divided?
Answer:
Runs and Best Tricks
Modern street skateboarding competitions typically involve two 45-second 'Runs' followed by several 'Best Trick' attempts, with the top scores combined for the total.
43
In MotoGP, what is a 'Long Lap Penalty'?
Answer:
Riding through a designated longer route on a corner
A Long Lap Penalty requires a rider to take a specific, marked detour on the outside of a corner, which adds a few seconds to their lap time as a penalty for an infringement.
44
In Rowing, who is the person that steers the boat and directs the crew?
Answer:
Coxswain
The Coxswain (or cox) sits at the stern (usually), steers the boat, and coordinates the power and rhythm of the rowers.
45
In Chess, what is the only piece that cannot move backwards?
Answer:
Pawn
Pawns can only move forward (one square, or two on their first move) and capture diagonally forward. They can never retreat.
46
In Korfball, what is a unique rule regarding gender?
Answer:
Both B and C
Korfball is a mixed-gender sport played with 4 men and 4 women per team. A key rule is 'guarded by the same sex,' meaning men guard men and women guard women.
47
In Triathlon, what is the standard order of events?
Answer:
Swim, Cycle, Run
A standard triathlon always follows the order: Swim, followed by Cycling, and finishing with Running.
48
In Weightlifting, what are the two lifts performed in competition?
Answer:
Snatch and Clean & Jerk
Olympic weightlifting consists of two specific lifts: the Snatch (one motion) and the Clean & Jerk (two motions).
49
In Sepak Takraw, which body part is strictly forbidden from touching the ball?
Answer:
Hands/Arms
Sepak Takraw is similar to volleyball but played with the feet, knees, chest, and head. Touching the ball with hands or arms is a fault.
50
In Lacrosse, what is the method used to start the game and resume play after goals?
Answer:
Face-off
Play is started with a Face-off, where two players crouch down and try to gain control of the ball placed on the ground between their sticks.