Sports & hobbies: Practice Questions

Which of the following is the most appropriate hobby for someone who enjoys indoor activities and is interested in creativity and patience?

Read the passage and identify the sport.

"This sport is played on a court with a high net in the middle. Players use rackets to hit a feathered object back and forth. It requires quick movements and good hand-eye coordination."

What is the name of the 'feathered object' used in this sport?

Read the following passage about Sports & hobbies and answer the question:

'While fencing requires agility and quick reflexes, calligraphy demands extreme meticulousness and a steady hand. One is a high-energy combat sport, while the other is a meditative artistic practice.'

Based on the text, what does 'meticulousness' most likely mean?

Read the passage about sports and answer the question.

"To be a professional marathon runner, one needs incredible endurance. Unlike sprinting, which focuses on short bursts of speed, long-distance running requires a steady pace and mental strength to keep going for over 42 kilometers."

What is the main quality required for a marathon runner according to the text?

Study the following table regarding a hobby survey among 100 students and answer the question.

Favorite Hobbies:
- Photography: 15 students
- Stamp Collecting: 5 students
- Coding: 45 students
- Baking: 35 students

Based on the data, which of the following statements is TRUE?

Complete the sentence based on the context of sports and hobbies:

Amy loves music; she __________ the violin for two hours every afternoon to prepare for the concert.

Consider the following sports equipment list for three different students:

- Student A: Shuttlecock, racket, and non-marking shoes.
- Student B: Goggles, swim cap, and trunks.
- Student C: Helmet, knee pads, and a skateboard.

Which student participates in a racquet sport, and what is the specific name of that sport?

In the chapter Sports & hobbies, many students enjoy 'aerobic' exercises. Name two examples of aerobic sports and explain how these activities specifically benefit the human circulatory system.

Read the following text about three different sports and answer the questions.

1. Badminton: Played on a court with a net. Players hit a shuttlecock with rackets.
2. Swimming: An individual or team sport that requires the use of one's entire body to move through water.
3. Archery: A sport that involves using a bow to propel arrows at a target.

Part A: In which sport is a 'shuttlecock' used?
Part B: Which sport is most likely to be held in a 'natatorium' or a public pool?
Part C: Which sport requires the most focus on 'aim' and 'precision' to hit a bullseye?

Read the passage about three friends and their hobbies, then answer the questions.

Ben is very active and enjoys team sports. He goes to the basketball court every Tuesday and Thursday. Lily prefers creative hobbies; she spends her weekends sketching landscapes in the park. Sam is interested in martial arts and attends karate classes to improve his discipline and strength.

Part A: Based on the text, who has a hobby that involves art?
Part B: How many times a week does Ben practice his favorite sport?
Part C: What are two reasons why Sam practices karate?