What does a football referee do?
He makes sure the players follow the rules.
What does a goalkeeper do?
Their job is to guard their goal and keep a "clean sheet", doing everything they can to stop the opposing team from scoring
At what age was Jessica Ennis-Hill introduced to athletics?
She was introduced to athletics at the age of ten.
What does a golf caddie do?
A golf caddie carries a golfer's clubs, gives advice on how to play the course, and assists with strategy during a game.
In baseball, who throws the ball and who hits it?
The pitcher throws the ball, and the batter tries to hit it.
Who is one of the best table tennis players in the world mentioned in the passage?
Li Xiaoxia
In cricket, who throws the ball and who hits it?
The bowler throws the ball, and the batsman tries to hit it.
In basketball, how do you score points?
You score points by shooting the ball through the opponent's hoop or basket
What skills are required for playing table tennis, according to the passage?
Quick reactions, excellent hand-eye coordination, and good powers of concentration.
Why is there a net on a tennis court?
The net divides the court in half and the ball must be hit over it during play.
Why are there stumps on a cricket pitch?
The stumps are the three vertical posts that form the wicket, which can be used as the target of the fielding team
What qualities did Jessica Ennis-Hill's coach notice in her?
Her coach noticed her strength, agility, coordination, speed, and determination.
In track and field, what is the main objective in a race?
The main objective in a race is to run from the start to the finish line as quickly as possible, faster than the other competitors.
In boxing, how do you win a match?
You can win a boxing match by knocking out your opponent, having the referee stop the fight, or scoring more points than your opponent based on the judges' decisions.
What did Li Xiaoxia say after winning the final game?
She said, "I was determined to win and I didn't back down."