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
What is a 'Suplex'?
Answer:
A high amplitude throw arching backward
A suplex is a powerful throw where the wrestler lifts the opponent and arches backward, throwing the opponent over their center of gravity.
82
How many seconds must the shoulders be down for a fall in international wrestling?
Answer:
Instantaneous (touch)
In international (UWW) rules, a fall is called when both shoulders are held against the mat long enough for the referee to observe total control (often described as instantaneous or a 'touch' fall compared to the longer hold required in Folkstyle).
83
What is 'Collegiate' wrestling also known as in the USA?
Answer:
Folkstyle
In the United States, the style practiced in high schools and colleges is Folkstyle, which differs slightly from international Freestyle, placing more emphasis on control.
84
Which country is historically considered a powerhouse in Greco-Roman wrestling?
Answer:
Russia
Russia (and the former Soviet Union) has historically been the most dominant nation in both Freestyle and Greco-Roman wrestling.
85
What is the penalty for fleeing the hold?
Answer:
Caution to the fleeing wrestler and 1 or 2 points to the opponent
Fleeing the hold (refusing contact or running away) results in a Caution (O) for the fleeing wrestler and points awarded to the opponent (usually 1 or 2 depending on the situation).
86
What happens if a challenge is lost?
Answer:
The opponent receives 1 point and the challenger loses the right to challenge again
If a video challenge is rejected by the jury, the opposing wrestler is awarded 1 point, and the challenging coach loses their challenge block for the remainder of the match.
87
What is a 'Bridge' used for?
Answer:
To avoid being pinned
A bridge is a defensive arching of the back, supporting weight on the head and feet, to keep the shoulder blades off the mat and prevent a pin.
88
Who acts as the third party on the mat alongside the two wrestlers?
Answer:
The Referee
The referee stays on the mat with the wrestlers to control the bout, signal points, and ensure safety. A judge and a mat chairman also officiate but sit off the mat.
89
What is the maximum weight class for men's Freestyle wrestling in the Olympics?
Answer:
125 kg
The heaviest weight class for men's Freestyle wrestling in the Olympics is 125 kg. (For Greco-Roman, it is 130 kg).
90
Women's wrestling in the Olympics is conducted in which style?
Answer:
Freestyle
Olympic women's wrestling is exclusively Freestyle. There is currently no Greco-Roman category for women in the Olympic program.