The Fascinating World of Billiards

What is the primary objective in the game of pool?

• To pocket all the balls of a specific group and then the eight ball

• To score more points than the opponent by potting balls in a specific order

• To hit the cue ball to make contact with the other two balls

• To pocket all the red balls first

Which variation of billiards is played on a pocketless table?

• Carom billiards

• Pool

• Snooker

• Eight-ball

What is a key skill required to play snooker effectively?

• High level of concentration and tactical thinking

• Speed and spin control of the cue ball

• Mastering the art of ball control

• Outmaneuvering opponents with strategic shots

Where did the game of billiards originate?

• Europe in the 15th century

• Asia in the 12th century

• America in the 18th century

• Africa in the 14th century

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What does the green cloth on a billiards table resemble?

• Grass

• Water

• Sand

• Wood

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