Track and Field Events: Master the Basics of Running, Jumping, and Throwing

Question 1

What's the name of the technique used to throw a javelin?

Accepted Answer

Overhand throw

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Underhand throw

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Sidearm throw

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Backhanded throw

Question 2

Which value is essential for good sportsmanship?

Accepted Answer

Respecting opponents

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Winning at any cost

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Cheating to gain an advantage

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Being a sore loser

Question 3

Which common injury is associated with track and field?

Accepted Answer

Shin splints

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Tennis elbow

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Carpal tunnel syndrome

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Plantar fasciitis

Question 4

Which of the following activities is NOT a track and field event?

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Cycling

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Running

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Discus throw

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High jump

Question 5

Which running form is considered the most efficient for long-distance running?

Accepted Answer

Long, gliding strides with arms relaxed

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Short, quick steps with arms swinging

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Jogging with a hunched posture

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Running on toes with knees bent

Question 6

What is the primary objective of the discus throw?

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To throw the discus as far as possible

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To throw the discus into a designated area

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To spin the discus around a pole

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To roll the discus along the ground

Question 7

What is unique about a relay race?

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Runners pass a baton to each other

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Runners run the same distance multiple times

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Runners jump over obstacles

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Runners throw javelins

Question 8

Which of the following is NOT a benefit of participating in track and field?

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Decreased flexibility

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Improved cardiovascular health

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Enhanced self-confidence

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Increased coordination

Question 9

In the 100-meter dash, how should you start?

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Crouched with hands on the ground, feet behind the line

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Standing straight with feet apart

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Kneeling on one knee

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Lying down

Question 10

When passing the baton in a relay race, which hand position is correct?

Accepted Answer

Palm inward, thumb and finger on the baton

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Palm up, fingers spread

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Palm down, fingers around the baton

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Palm outward, all fingers on the baton

Question 11

Which track and field event involves jumping over obstacles?

Accepted Answer

Hurdles

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Long jump

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Triple jump

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High jump

Question 12

Which of these is NOT a rule for a track and field competition?

Accepted Answer

Use performance-enhancing drugs

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Wear proper clothing and shoes

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Follow the officials' instructions

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Respect other athletes and spectators

Question 13

Which line marks the start of a track race?

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Start line

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Finish line

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Baseline

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Goal line

Question 14

Which of these is **not** a track and field event?

Accepted Answer

Swimming

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Running

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Jumping

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Throwing

Question 15

When starting a sprint race, what is the correct body position?

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Crouching down

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Standing up straight

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Jumping up

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Walking forward

Question 16

Which jump event involves clearing a bar set at increasing heights?

Accepted Answer

High jump

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Long jump

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Triple jump

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Pole vault

Question 17

In a 100-meter dash, which starting position should you be in?

Accepted Answer

Crouched down

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Standing straight up

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Kneeling on one knee

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Lying on the ground

Question 18

Which of these is NOT a field event in track and field?

Accepted Answer

100-meter dash

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Shot put

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Discus throw

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Long jump

Question 19

In track and field, which rule is most important to keep you safe?

Accepted Answer

Always warm up before participating

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Don't listen to coaches or officials

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Try your hardest in every event

Question 20

Which of these is not a track and field event?

Accepted Answer

Swimming

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Running

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Jumping

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Throwing

Question 21

What does it mean to show good sportsmanship in track and field?

Accepted Answer

Being polite and respectful to opponents

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Winning at all costs

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Cheating to gain an advantage

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Blaming others for your mistakes.

Question 22

Which of the following is NOT a track and field event?

Accepted Answer

Swimming

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Running

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Jumping

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Throwing

Question 23

What is the name of the technique used to gain momentum before a jump in the long jump?

Accepted Answer

Approach run

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Hang time

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Takeoff

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Landing

Question 24

What is the main goal of the shot put?

Accepted Answer

To throw the shot put as far as possible

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To throw the shot put with accuracy

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To jump as high as possible

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To run as fast as possible

Question 25

Why is it important to warm up before track and field activities?

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To prepare the body for strenuous activity

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To start the activity immediately

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To avoid stretching exercises

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To skip the cool-down phase

Question 26

Which of these is NOT a track and field event?

Accepted Answer

Swimming

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Throwing

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Jumping

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Running

Question 27

What is the term for the starting position in a track race?

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On your marks

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Ready

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Set

Question 28

Which type of jump involves clearing a horizontal bar?

Accepted Answer

High jump

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Long jump

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Triple jump

Question 29

What is the name of the area where track and field events usually take place?

Accepted Answer

Track and field

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Stadium

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Field

Question 30

What is the purpose of a baton in a relay race?

Accepted Answer

To pass from one runner to the next

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To measure the distance run

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To mark the starting line

Question 31

Which of these is a skill required in running events?

Accepted Answer

Stride length

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Ball handling

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Footwork

Question 32

What is the name for the movement used to gain momentum before jumping?

Accepted Answer

Approach

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Landing

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Take-off

Question 33

Which of the following is NOT a safety precaution to follow during track and field events?

Accepted Answer

Ignore the referee's instructions

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Wear appropriate footwear

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Stay hydrated

Question 34

Who is responsible for starting and stopping track and field events?

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Referee

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Participant

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Coach

Question 35

Which of the following improves running speed?

Accepted Answer

Taking long, powerful strides

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Keeping your head down

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Running on your heels

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Holding your breath

Question 36

What is the main purpose of a relay race?

Accepted Answer

To pass a baton between team members and finish together

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To run the fastest individual time

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To jump the highest or throw the farthest

Question 37

What is the most common surface used for running tracks?

Accepted Answer

Synthetic rubber

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Asphalt

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Grass

Question 38

Which ethical value is important in track and field?

Accepted Answer

Fair play and sportsmanship

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Aggression and violence

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Cheating and deception

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Winning at any cost

Question 39

Which of the following is NOT a field event in track and field?

Accepted Answer

Running

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Discus throw

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Javelin throw

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Long jump

Question 40

When starting a sprint, which of these is the correct foot placement?

Accepted Answer

Front foot even with or slightly behind the back foot

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Back foot significantly behind the front foot

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Feet parallel, side-by-side

Question 41

Which of the following is the proper hand position for throwing a shot put?

Accepted Answer

Fingers spread, thumb on top, behind the shot

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Fingers interlaced, thumb on the bottom

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Fingers curled around the shot, thumb on the side

Question 42

What is the purpose of the baton in a relay race?

Accepted Answer

To transfer the race from one runner to another

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To keep runners in their lanes

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To measure the distance run

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To signal the start of the race

Question 43

Which of the following is a benefit of practicing track and field?

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Improved cardiovascular health

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Increased knowledge of history

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Reduced risk of sunburn

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Enhanced artistic skills

Question 44

What is the name of the jumping event where athletes take off from one foot and land in a pit of sand?

Accepted Answer

Long jump

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Triple jump

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High jump

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Pole vault

Question 45

Which of the following techniques is used to clear a high jump bar?

Accepted Answer

Fosbury Flop

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Eastern cut-off

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Straddle

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Scissor kick

Question 46

What is the distance of a standard track and field lap?

Accepted Answer

400 meters

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800 meters

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100 meters

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200 meters

Question 47

Which of the following is the proper order of events in a decathlon?

Accepted Answer

100m, long jump, shot put, high jump, 400m, 110m hurdles, discus throw, pole vault, javelin throw, 1500m

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1500m, javelin throw, pole vault, discus throw, 110m hurdles, 400m, high jump, shot put, long jump, 100m

Question 48

What is the name of the rule that prohibits runners from stepping outside their assigned lane?

Accepted Answer

Lane violation

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Track cutting

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Overlapping

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False start