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Question #141
In which sport is the term 'Dribbling' most commonly used?
A. Swimming
B. Football
C. Archery
D. Weightlifting
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Correct Answer: Option B

Explanation:
Dribbling is the act of propelling the ball with the feet in football or with the hands in basketball.
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Question #142
The term 'Tee' is associated with which sport?
A. Tennis
B. Golf
C. Baseball
D. Hockey
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Correct Answer: Option B

Explanation:
In golf, a tee is a small peg used to hold the ball above the ground for the first stroke of a hole.
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Question #143
Which city is known as the headquarters of the World Anti-Doping Agency (WADA)?
A. Geneva
B. Zurich
C. Lausanne
D. Montreal
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Correct Answer: Option D

Explanation:
The World Anti-Doping Agency (WADA) has its headquarters in Montreal, Canada.
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Question #144
The term 'Backstroke' is related to which of the following?
A. Swimming
B. Boxing
C. Equestrian
D. Cycling
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Correct Answer: Option A

Explanation:
Backstroke is one of the four competitive swimming strokes defined by FINA.
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Question #145
The 'Thomas Cup' is held every how many years?
A. One year
B. Two years
C. Three years
D. Four years
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Correct Answer: Option B

Explanation:
The Thomas Cup, the men's team badminton championship, is held biennially (every two years).
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Question #146
Which of these is a term used in the game of Volleyball?
A. Spike
B. Googly
C. Checkmate
D. Penalty Corner
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Correct Answer: Option A

Explanation:
A spike is an offensive hit in volleyball intended to ground the ball on the opponent's side.
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Question #147
What is the duration of a standard Kabaddi match in international competitions?
A. 60 minutes
B. 40 minutes
C. 50 minutes
D. 30 minutes
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Correct Answer: Option B

Explanation:
A standard international Kabaddi match consists of two 20-minute halves.
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Question #148
The 'Dronacharya Award' in India is given to:
A. Coaches
B. Players
C. Sports Administrators
D. Umpires
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Correct Answer: Option A

Explanation:
The Dronacharya Award is given to distinguished sports coaches in India.
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Question #149
Which of the following is a weight category in Boxing?
A. All of the above
B. Heavyweight
C. Featherweight
D. Flyweight
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Correct Answer: Option A

Explanation:
Boxing has various weight classes including Flyweight, Featherweight, and Heavyweight.
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Question #150
Which sport uses a stick known as a 'Stick' or 'Crosse'?
A. Polo
B. Hockey
C. Lacrosse
D. Cricket
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Correct Answer: Option C

Explanation:
Lacrosse is played using a stick called a crosse, which has a netted head.
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Question #151
The term 'Grandmaster' is associated with which sport?
A. Golf
B. Bridge
C. Chess
D. Tennis
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Correct Answer: Option C

Explanation:
Grandmaster is a title awarded by FIDE to elite chess players.
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Question #152
Which country won the first-ever Cricket World Cup in 1975?
A. Australia
B. West Indies
C. India
D. England
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Correct Answer: Option B

Explanation:
The West Indies won the inaugural Cricket World Cup in 1975, defeating Australia in the final.
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Question #153
The 'Wimbledon' tournament is played on which surface?
A. Grass
B. Clay
C. Hard court
D. Carpet
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Correct Answer: Option A

Explanation:
Wimbledon is the only Grand Slam tennis tournament still played on traditional grass courts.
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Question #154
The term 'Duck' in cricket means:
A. A catch dropped
B. A century
C. A score of zero
D. A wicket taken
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Correct Answer: Option C

Explanation:
A 'duck' is the term used when a batsman is dismissed for a score of zero.
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Question #155
Which sport is played on a field known as a 'Pitch'?
A. Cricket
B. Football
C. All of the above
D. Hockey
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Correct Answer: Option C

Explanation:
The playing area for all these sports is commonly referred to as a pitch.
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Question #156
The 'Commonwealth Games' are held every how many years?
A. Two years
B. Four years
C. Five years
D. Three years
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Correct Answer: Option B

Explanation:
The Commonwealth Games are a multi-sport event held every four years.
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Question #157
Which of these is a term used in Table Tennis?
A. All of the above
B. Spin
C. Let
D. Smash
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Correct Answer: Option A

Explanation:
Spin, smash, and let are all common technical terms in Table Tennis.
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Question #158
The term 'FIDE' is associated with which sport?
A. Badminton
B. Football
C. Hockey
D. Chess
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Correct Answer: Option D

Explanation:
FIDE (Fédération Internationale des Échecs) is the international governing body for chess.
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Question #159
Which country has won the most Hockey World Cups?
A. Pakistan
B. India
C. Australia
D. Netherlands
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Correct Answer: Option A

Explanation:
Pakistan has won a record four Men's Hockey World Cup titles.
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Question #160
The 'Davis Cup' is associated with which sport?
A. Football
B. Hockey
C. Cricket
D. Tennis
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Correct Answer: Option D

Explanation:
The Davis Cup is the premier international team competition in men's tennis.
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