Sumo Wrestling Quiz

What is the main goal in a sumo wrestling match?

• To lift the opponent off the ground

• To force the opponent out of the ring

• To score points by touching the opponent

• To pin the opponent's shoulders to the ground

What are sumo wrestlers known as?

• Samurai

• Rikishi

• Ninja

• Kendo

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CCSS.RI.5.9

CCSS.RI.6.2

CCSS.RL.4.2

CCSS.RL.5.2

CCSS.RL.6.2

What is the elevated ring used in sumo wrestling called?

• Dojo

• Tatami

• Dohyo

• Arena

What is an important part of sumo training?

• Weight loss

• Weight gain

• Yoga

• Cardio exercises

What do wrestlers throw into the ring before a match?

• Flowers

• Rice

• Water

• Salt

How are sumo wrestlers viewed in Japanese culture?

• As symbols of strength and honour

• As entertainers

• As common workers

• As athletes only

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CCSS.RI.4.9

CCSS.RI.5.9

CCSS.RI.6.2

CCSS.RL.4.2

CCSS.RL.5.2

What is the surface of the dohyo made of?

• Wood

• Clay and sand

• Concrete

• Grass

What do sumo wrestling matches involve?

• No traditions

• Many traditions and rituals

• Only physical strength

• Just a quick fight

Most of the Sumo wrestlers are _________________________.

• small built and slow

• large in size and stiff

• big and quick on their feet

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CCSS.RI.5.5

CCSS.RI.6.5

CCSS.RI.7.5

CCSS.RI.8.5

Based on the text, Sumo Wrestling is ___________________________.

• a sport only for the traditional Japanese

• no longer a sport but a way of life for all Japanese

• still a respected culture that is popular among the Japanese

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CCSS.RI.4.9

CCSS.RI.5.9

CCSS.RI.6.2

CCSS.RL.4.2

CCSS.RL.5.2