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 'Stand Up'?
Answer:
An escape maneuver to get back to the feet from the bottom
The Stand Up is the most common escape in wrestling, where the bottom wrestler explosively stands up to break the top wrestler's control.
2
What is the 'Two-on-One' or 'Russian Tie'?
Answer:
Controlling one of the opponent's arms with both of yours
The Russian Tie (or 2-on-1) is a controlling tie-up where a wrestler uses two hands to control one of the opponent's arms/wrists to set up attacks.
3
What does 'Criteria' mean in a tied match?
Answer:
A set of rules to determine the winner based on match quality (big points, cautions, etc.)
In international wrestling, matches cannot end in a tie. 'Criteria' (highest value action, fewest cautions, last point scored) determines the winner if scores are equal.
4
Which of the following is considered a 'Negative' wrestling tactic?
Answer:
Blocking with the head and refusing contact
Negative wrestling (passivity) includes tactics like backing away, blocking solely to prevent scoring without countering, and refusing to engage.
5
What is the 'Turk'?
Answer:
A pinning combination hooking the near leg
The Turk is a breakdown and pinning technique where the top wrestler hooks the opponent's near leg and elevates it to prevent them from turning to their belly.
6
What is the 'Bear Hug'?
Answer:
Wrapping both arms around the opponent's torso and squeezing
A Bear Hug is a crushing hold where a wrestler locks their hands around the opponent's chest or waist, often to set up a throw or takedown.
7
What is 'Injury Default'?
Answer:
Winning because the opponent cannot continue due to injury
If a wrestler is injured and cannot continue the match (validated by the medical team), the opponent wins by Injury Default.
8
What is the 'Power Half'?
Answer:
A variation of the half nelson using the legs or second hand for extra leverage
A Power Half typically involves using the free hand to grab the wrist of the nelson arm, or using the legs to torque the opponent's body while applying a half nelson.
9
What is a 'Caution' usually accompanied by in terms of points?
Answer:
1 or 2 points to the opponent
When a caution (O) is issued for a foul, the opponent is typically awarded 1 point (or 2 points depending on the severity and specific rule set, such as fleeing a hold).
10
Who is Saori Yoshida?
Answer:
A Japanese wrestler with 3 Olympic Golds and 13 World titles
Saori Yoshida is one of the most dominant athletes in history, winning 3 consecutive Olympic gold medals and 13 consecutive World Championships.