Net/Wall Games

The original name of badminton, a sport played with rackets and a shuttlecock on a court, was?

• Mintonette

• Tennis

• Squash

• Poona

What is the name of the object used in badminton that is hit with a racket on the court?

• soccer ball

• tennis ball

• volleyball

• shuttlecock

Which country is credited with the invention of badminton, a sport played with a racket and shuttlecock on a court?

• Japan

• England

• China

• India

In a badminton doubles match, what is the maximum number of players allowed on the court?

• 2

• 4

• 6

• 8

Which of the following is a common type of badminton stroke involving the use of a racket to hit a shuttlecock on a court?

• Forehand

• Smash

• All of the above

• Backhand

In badminton, what is the term for a shot that is hit sharply downward into the opponent's court using a racket?

• Smash

• Clear

• Drive

• Drop shot

What is the maximum score in a single game of badminton played to?

• 15

• 21

• 25

• 30

In badminton, what is the name of the official who oversees the match and ensures the rules are followed?

• Umpire

• Referee

• Linesman

• Judge

What is the initial name of the sport volleyball?

• Badminton
• Mintonette
• Netball
• Handball

Who invented the sport of volleyball?

• Abner Doubleday
• Walter Camp
• William G. Morgan
• James Naismith