Jousting Techniques and Strategies

Jousting Techniques and Strategies

Assessment

Interactive Video

Physical Ed, Fun

9th - 12th Grade

Hard

Created by

Jackson Turner

FREE Resource

The video provides an in-depth look at jousting, a combative sport with no defense, where participants aim to score points by shattering lances or unseating opponents. It highlights the intense physical and emotional experience of jousting, likening it to a car crash, and emphasizes the sport's inherent dangers and potential for injury. The video concludes by affirming the authenticity and seriousness of jousting, contrasting it with staged performances.

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8 questions

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the main objective when aiming your lance in jousting?

To hit the opponent's horse

To strike the opponent's helmet

To aim for the opponent's shield

To place it on the opponent's shoulder

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How many points are awarded if a lance shatters?

10 points

5 points

15 points

20 points

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is unique about the sport of jousting compared to other combative sports?

It is played on foot

It involves swords

It has no defense

It allows dodging

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What feeling does wearing armor give to a jouster?

Like a knight

Like a champion

Like a hero

Like a warrior

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How is each joust described in terms of impact?

Like a car crash

Like a strong wind

Like a soft landing

Like a gentle push

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the ultimate goal for the participants in the jousting competition?

To impress the audience

To avoid injuries

To win the most points

To become the Full Metal Jousting champion

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the expected outcome in terms of injuries during jousting?

Severe injuries

A bit of blood and tears

Minor bruises

No injuries

8.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How is the authenticity of jousting described?

As a staged performance

As a real deal

As a fictional event

As a historical reenactment