Track and Field Quiz

What does track and field consist of?

• Running, throwing, and jumping.

• Running, throwing, and horseback riding.

• Throwing, jumping, and sliding.

• All of the above.

Answer explanation

Track and field consists of running, throwing, and jumping.

Which organizations are track and field held by?

• Olympic Games.

• The International Association of Athletics Federations. (IAAF)

• All of the above.

Answer explanation

Track and field competitions are organized by the Olympic Games and the International Association of Athletics Federations. (IAAF)

The ancient Olympic Games that were held every four years continued to grow and eventually contained other athletic events such as the discus, javelin, and....

Answer explanation

The ancient Olympic Games that were held every four years continued to grow and eventually contained other athletic events such as the discus, javelin, and broad jump.

The roots of track and field may be traced back to the first Olympic Games, which were held in....

• 658 B.C.

• 775 B.C.

• 776 B.C.

• 721 B.C.

Answer explanation

The roots of track and field may be traced back to the first Olympic Games, which were held in 776 B.C.

The marathon was held in honour of the Greek soldier....

• Pheidippides.

• Alexander.

• Peninsula.

• Theodore.

Answer explanation

The marathon was held in honour of the Greek soldier, Pheidippides.

The Olympics were held every four years in accordance with a religious celebration honouring....

Answer explanation

the Olympics were held every four years in accordance with a religious celebration honouring Zeus.

In the throwing sports, athletes are scored on how ____ they can throw an object.

Answer explanation

In the throwing sports, athletes are scored on how far they can throw an object.

In combined events, the same group of athletes compete in....

• multiple track and field events.

• multiple track events.

• multiple field events.

• None of the above.

Answer explanation

In combined events, the same group of athletes compete in multiple track and field events.

Track events, field events, and _______ are the three main divisions of track and field competitions.

Answer explanation

Track events, field events, and combined events are the three main divisions of track and field competitions.

Usain Saint Leo Bolt was born on.....

• August 17, 1986.

• August 21, 1997.

• August 21, 1985.

• August 21, 1986.

Answer explanation

Usain Saint Leo Bolt was born on August 21, 1986.