IGCSE ESL U1 - Sports Collocations Quiz

High-risk activities

• Activities that involve a significant risk of injury or harm.

• Activities that are safe and pose no risk.

• Activities that are enjoyable and relaxing.

• Activities that require minimal effort.

Thrill-seeking enthusiasts

• Individuals who actively seek out exciting and risky experiences.

• People who prefer calm and relaxing activities.

• Individuals who avoid any form of excitement.

• Those who enjoy planning and organizing events.

High physicality

• A characteristic of activities that require significant physical effort.

• A term used to describe low-energy activities.

• A measure of mental agility in sports.

• A style of dance that emphasizes grace and fluidity.

Referee’s decision

• A ruling made by an official during a sporting event.

• A suggestion made by a coach during a game.

• A player's choice to challenge a call.

• A fan's opinion on the game's outcome.

Fierce rivalry

• A situation of peaceful coexistence between two parties.

• Intense competition between two parties, often characterized by hostility.

• A friendly relationship between two competitors.

• A legal agreement to avoid competition.

Aggressive tackle

• A forceful attempt to take possession of the ball or opponent.

• A gentle approach to playing the game.

• A strategy to avoid contact with the opponent.

• A method of scoring points without physical contact.

Championship match

• A competitive event to determine the champion in a sport.

• A friendly game between two teams.

• A practice session for athletes.

• A tournament held annually for amateur players.

Advanced technique

• Basic methods used to perform a skill.

• Sophisticated methods used to perform a skill.

• Outdated methods that are no longer effective.

• Simple techniques that require little training.

Strategic tactics

• Carefully planned methods to achieve a specific goal.

• Random actions taken without a clear purpose.

• Spontaneous decisions made in response to immediate challenges.

• Unstructured approaches to problem-solving.

Intense concentration

• A heightened state of focus on a particular task.

• A state of relaxation and calmness.

• A feeling of boredom and distraction.

• A lack of interest in the current activity.