Tennis Exam

Why tennis was called "Jeu de paume"?

• Because at first it was played with plume

• Because at first it was played with the hand

• Because at first it was played with a racket

• Because at first, instead of using balls they used apples

Which surface was originally used in tennis?

• Carpet

• Hard (cement)

• Grass

• Clay

Which surface is not currently used in tennis?

• Clay

• Grass

• Carpet

• Wood

Select the parts of the court that are real (Multiple answers).

• Sideline

• Baseline

• Doubles alley

• Double sideline

How are sets organised?

• The sets are arranged for 7 games

• The sets are arranged for 6 games.

• The sets are arranged for 6 games (or 7 in case of Tie-Break)

What is a TIE BREAK?

• It means that the first competitor to reach 7 points with a two point advantage wins the game and more importantly the set.

• It means that the first competitor who reaches a two point advantage wins the game and the set.

• It means that the set is decided by a unique point. If you win the point, you also win the game and the set

• Flip a coin and decide the winner randomly

The first hit during a point is called serve. How is it called the response to that serve?

• Second serve

• Forehand

• Return

• Second hit

Which option would make you lose a point? (Multiple choice)

• Send the ball out of bounds.

• Committing two consecutive errors in the serve (Double fault)

• Send the ball to the net.

• If the player retains the ball on his racket or hits it more than once.

Which is the oldest and most prestigious tournament?

• Wimbledon

• Roland Garros

• US Open

• Australia Open

Name three basic techniques