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
1
What is the 'Undercard'?
Answer:
The series of fights that happen before the main event
The undercard consists of the preliminary bouts that take place before the featured main event of a boxing show.
2
What is 'Vaseline' used for in the corner?
Answer:
To reduce friction on the face and minimize cuts
Vaseline (petroleum jelly) is applied to the face (brows, cheeks) to help punches slide off skin, reducing the likelihood of cuts.
3
Which Klitschko brother was known as 'Dr. Steelhammer'?
Answer:
Wladimir Klitschko
Wladimir Klitschko was nicknamed 'Dr. Steelhammer,' while his brother Vitali was known as 'Dr. Ironfist'.
4
What is the 'Purse'?
Answer:
The financial payout earned by the boxers
The purse is the agreed-upon amount of money that a boxer earns for participating in a specific fight.
5
What does a 'Majority Decision' mean?
Answer:
Two judges score for one fighter, the third scores it a draw
A majority decision occurs when two judges declare one boxer the winner, while the third judge scores the fight a draw.
6
Who was the first female boxer to headline a major Pay-Per-View event?
Answer:
Christy Martin
Christy Martin is a pioneer in women's boxing and was placed on major PPV undercards by Don King, bringing significant attention to the sport in the 90s.
7
What is the purpose of the 'Val Barker Trophy'?
Answer:
Awarded to the most outstanding boxer at the Olympic Games
The Val Barker Trophy is presented every four years to the boxer voted as the most outstanding stylist and effective boxer at the Olympics.
8
What distinguishes a 'Swarmer' fighting style?
Answer:
They apply constant pressure and fight at close range
A swarmer (or pressure fighter) constantly moves forward to get inside the opponent's reach and overwhelm them with volume.
9
Who fought in 'The War' (1985)?
Answer:
Marvin Hagler vs. Thomas Hearns
The intense, action-packed three-round fight between Marvin Hagler and Thomas Hearns is legendary and simply called 'The War'.
10
What weight class is 135 lbs?
Answer:
Lightweight
The Lightweight division has a limit of 135 lbs (61.23 kg).