Sports Flashcard

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What is Chess?

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A strategic board game played on a checkered board, where two players move pieces with the objective of checkmating the opponent's king.

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What is Bowling?

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A sport in which players roll a heavy ball down a lane to knock down pins arranged in a triangular formation.

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What is Athletics?

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A collection of sports events that involve competitive running, jumping, and throwing.

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What is Judo?

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A martial art that focuses on throwing and grappling techniques, emphasizing the use of an opponent's force against them.

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What is Surfing?

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A water sport that involves riding on waves using a surfboard.

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What are the main components of a Chess game?

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Pieces (king, queen, rooks, knights, bishops, pawns), a checkered board, and strategic gameplay.

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What are the basic rules of Bowling?

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Players take turns rolling a ball down a lane to knock down as many pins as possible, with two attempts per frame.

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What events are included in Athletics?

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Track events (sprints, middle-distance, long-distance), field events (long jump, high jump, shot put), and combined events (decathlon, heptathlon).

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What is the history of Judo?

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Developed in Japan in the late 19th century by Jigoro Kano, Judo emphasizes skill and technique over brute strength.

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What equipment is used in Surfing?

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A surfboard, wetsuit (for cold water), and sometimes a leash to secure the board to the surfer.