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
81
Which term describes the dolphin-like motion used underwater after starts and turns?
Answer:
Dolphin kick
The Dolphin kick involves a whipping motion of the legs and is used in Butterfly and underwater streamlines for Backstroke and Freestyle.
82
Who is the Irish swimmer that won the Men's 800m Freestyle gold at Paris 2024?
Answer:
Daniel Wiffen
Daniel Wiffen made history by winning Ireland's first-ever Olympic gold medal in men's swimming in the 800m freestyle.
83
Which stroke requires a simultaneous two-handed touch at the wall for turns and finishes?
Answer:
Breaststroke
Both Breaststroke and Butterfly rules require the swimmer to touch the wall with both hands simultaneously at turns and the finish.
84
Which river was used for the Marathon Swimming events at the Paris 2024 Olympics?
Answer:
The Seine
The River Seine in Paris hosted the Marathon Swimming and Triathlon swimming legs.
85
How long is the Marathon Swimming event at the Olympics?
Answer:
10 km
The Olympic Marathon Swimming event is an open water race covering a distance of 10 kilometers.
86
Which Australian backstroke specialist successfully defended both her 100m and 200m Olympic titles in 2024?
Answer:
Kaylee McKeown
Kaylee McKeown defended her titles in both the 100m and 200m backstroke at the Paris Games.
87
What is the governing body for international swimming?
Answer:
World Aquatics
The international governing body was formerly known as FINA but rebranded to World Aquatics in 2022.
88
Which Swedish swimmer won the Women's 50m and 100m Freestyle double at Paris 2024?
Answer:
Sarah Sjostrom
Legendary sprinter Sarah Sjostrom won both the 50m and 100m freestyle gold medals in Paris.
89
In a Medley Relay, what is the order of the strokes?
Answer:
Backstroke, Breaststroke, Butterfly, Freestyle
In a medley relay, the order is Backstroke (starts in water), Breaststroke, Butterfly, and Freestyle.
90
Which country won the Men's 4x100m Freestyle Relay gold at Paris 2024?
Answer:
United States
The USA team, anchored by Caeleb Dressel, won the gold medal in the men's 4x100m freestyle relay.