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
51
In Surfing, what is 'Priority'?
Answer:
The surfer closest to the breaking part of the wave (curl) has the right of way
Priority rules dictate that the surfer closest to the peak (where the wave breaks) has the right to ride the wave. Dropping in on them is a foul.
52
In Gymnastics, what does the 'D-Score' represent?
Answer:
Difficulty
The final score is composed of the D-Score (Difficulty value of skills) and the E-Score (Execution, starting at 10.0 and subtracting deductions).
53
In 8-Ball Pool (Billiards), what happens if a player pots the 8-ball before clearing their designated group of balls?
Answer:
They lose the game
Potting the black 8-ball early (before all solids/stripes are cleared) results in an immediate loss of the frame/game.
54
In Polo, what is a period of play called?
Answer:
Chukka
A Polo match is divided into periods called Chukkas (or Chukkers), usually lasting 7 minutes each.
55
In Kabaddi, how long does a 'Raider' have to complete their raid in standard Pro Kabaddi rules?
Answer:
30 seconds
A raid is restricted to 30 seconds. If the raider does not return to their half within this time, they are declared out.
56
In Biathlon, what is the penalty for missing a target in the sprint event?
Answer:
Skating a 150m penalty loop
In the sprint and mass start events, athletes must ski a 150m penalty loop for every target they miss.
57
In Australian Rules Football (AFL), how many points is a 'Goal' (kicked between the two tall center posts) worth?
Answer:
6
A goal kicked between the two tall central posts is worth 6 points. A 'Behind' (kicked between a tall post and a shorter outer post) is worth 1 point.
58
In Cycling (Road Race), what is the 'Peloton'?
Answer:
The main group of riders riding together
The peloton is the large main pack of cyclists. Riding in the peloton saves energy due to reduced wind resistance (drafting).
59
In Sumo Wrestling, how does a wrestler lose a match?
Answer:
By stepping out of the ring or touching the ground with anything but their feet
A rikishi loses if any part of his body other than the soles of his feet touches the ground, or if he is forced outside the straw bales of the dohyo (ring).
60
In Ultimate Frisbee, what happens if a pass is dropped or intercepted?
Answer:
A turnover occurs immediately
Possession changes immediately (Turnover) if the disc touches the ground, is intercepted, or goes out of bounds. There are no stoppages to set up defense.