Sports rules
In football, how many players are on the field per team?
11
Who is the famous Portuguese football player who wears number 7?
Cristiano Ronaldo
What do you need to play tennis? (Name one item.)
A racket, a ball
How often are the Olympic Games held?
Every 4 years
What verb do we use for sports like football or basketball?
Play
In basketball, how many points is a free throw worth?
1
Which Spanish tennis player is known for winning 14 French Open titles?
Rafael Nadal
What protective equipment do hockey players wear on their head?
A helmet
What city hosted the Olympics in 2024?
Paris
What verb do we use for activities like karate or gymnastics?
Do
In football, what do players receive for a serious foul?
a red card
What Jamaican athlete is the fastest man in the world?
Usain Bolt
What do boxers wear on their hands?
Gloves
What are the three Olympic medal colours?
Gold, silver and bronze
What do we call the person who controls a football match?
Referee
In volleyball, how many touches can a team make before sending the ball over the net?
3
Which female gymnast from the USA is known for her difficult routines and multiple Olympic medals?
Simone Biles
What equipment do you need to do fencing? (Name at least two items.)
A sword, a mask, a jacket...
What is the name of the fire that stays lit during the games?
The Olympic flame/torch
What’s a synonym for “win a match” starting with the letter B?
Beat
In baseball, what is it called when a batter hits the ball and reaches all four bases?
A home run
What American swimmer has won the most Olympic medals in history?
Michael Phelps
In golf, what is the name of the long stick used to hit the ball from long distances?
A driver
In which country were the first ancient Olympic Games held?
Greece
What is the word for “a person who watches a sports event”?
Spectator/fan