Question 1

Laws of Cricket – equipment dimensions According to the Laws of Cricket and standard equipment specifications, what is the official length of each stump used to form the wicket?

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Introduction / Context: The wicket in cricket consists of three wooden stumps topped by two bails. Knowing equipment dimensions is part of foundational cricket GK and helps in understanding ground and gear standards enforced by umpires worldwide. Given Data / Assumptions: We are asked the length of each stump (not the total wicket width or bail size). International standards apply to all recognized formats. Dimensions are in inches as commonly cited in the Laws. Concept / Approach: Refer to the official Laws of Cricket equipment specifications: each stump has a fixed length measured from the bottom end to the top where the bail grooves are cut. Step-by-Step Solution: Recall the standard stump length used at all levels: 28 inches.Distinguish stump length from wicket width (8.66 inches for three stumps combined spacing) and from bail length.Select the option matching the official length. Verification / Alternative check: Equipment suppliers and the MCC Laws list 28 inches as the regulation stump length, confirming this value. Why Other Options Are Wrong: 35 inches / 33 inches: Too tall; not compliant with the Laws. 22 inches: Often confused with pitch yardage or other measurements; not the stump length. Common Pitfalls: Mixing stump length with the wicket's total width or the pitch length (22 yards). Always focus on the specific equipment dimension asked. Final Answer: 28 inches

Question 2

International athletics – Sergey Bubka's nationality Sergey (Serhiy) Bubka, the legendary world-record pole vaulter, belongs to which country (as recognized in his international representation after the Soviet era)?

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Introduction / Context: Sergey Bubka is synonymous with pole vault excellence, having set and reset world records multiple times. Identifying his nationality strengthens general sports awareness, especially around athletes who spanned the Soviet and post-Soviet eras. Given Data / Assumptions: The athlete is the iconic Bubka of men's pole vault. We consider his nationality in international representation following the dissolution of the USSR. We focus on commonly accepted references in athletics records. Concept / Approach: Bubka initially competed for the Soviet Union; after its dissolution he represented Ukraine. His administrative roles later also tied him closely to Ukrainian and international athletics governance. Step-by-Step Solution: Note Bubka's birthplace in Luhansk region and career timeline spanning the USSR era and independence.Identify the flag he competed under post-1991: Ukraine.Choose the corresponding country from the options. Verification / Alternative check: World Athletics profiles and Olympic records list Bubka under Ukraine in the 1990s, corroborating the answer. Why Other Options Are Wrong: Russia / U.S.A / Brazil: Not the national affiliation of Bubka in international competition after the Soviet period. Common Pitfalls: Assuming Soviet-era dominance means Russian nationality, or confusing training bases with nationality. Final Answer: Ukraine

Question 3

Indian sports personalities – Jeev Milkha Singh Jeev Milkha Singh, a noted Indian sportsperson and Arjuna Awardee, is associated with which sport at the international professional level?

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Introduction / Context: India's sporting achievements span many disciplines. Recognizing the correct sport for prominent athletes is a staple of competitive exams. Jeev Milkha Singh is one of India's most successful professionals in his field, with victories on international tours. Given Data / Assumptions: Name: Jeev Milkha Singh, son of legendary athlete Milkha Singh. Professional achievements include international titles. We must match the athlete with the correct sport. Concept / Approach: Distinguish between the father's track legacy and the son's chosen sport. Jeev built a separate identity by excelling on professional circuits abroad and at home, carrying India's flag in a precision sport requiring consistency and technique. Step-by-Step Solution: Recall Jeev's wins on tours such as the Asian and European Tours.Connect his career to major golf events and awards.Select the sport: Golf. Verification / Alternative check: Sports profiles, awards citations, and tournament records affirm his status as a leading Indian professional golfer. Why Other Options Are Wrong: Volleyball / Hockey / Athletics: Not Jeev's domain; athletics is associated with Milkha Singh (father), not Jeev's career. Common Pitfalls: Assuming lineage means the same sport; it does not. Always verify the individual's actual discipline. Final Answer: Golf

Question 4

Sports terminology – the Ashes in international cricket The term 'Ashes' is traditionally associated with a Test cricket series contested between which nations, and hence belongs to which sport?

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Introduction / Context: The Ashes is one of the most storied rivalries in world sport. Knowing what sport the Ashes belongs to—and its cultural significance—forms part of essential sports GK for exams and interviews. Given Data / Assumptions: The term refers to a historic series between two national teams. Origin dates back to the late 19th century. The question asks for the sport, not the specific teams (England and Australia). Concept / Approach: Associate the name 'Ashes' with the urn and a mock obituary published in the 1880s, symbolizing the 'death' of English cricket after a defeat. The term has since denoted the Test cricket series between England and Australia. Step-by-Step Solution: Recall legendary Test contests and the tiny urn iconography.Identify the sport tied to Tests and five-day matches: cricket.Select 'Cricket' from the choices. Verification / Alternative check: Cricket histories, museum exhibits, and media coverage universally refer to the Ashes as a cricket Test series between England and Australia. Why Other Options Are Wrong: Basketball / Hockey / Volleyball: None have a marquee series called the Ashes. Common Pitfalls: Confusing the term with other rivalry trophies in different sports. The Ashes is uniquely cricket. Final Answer: Cricket

Question 5

Football laws – identifying the foul called “tripping” In the context of football (soccer) Laws of the Game, the infringement known as 'tripping' is associated with which sport below?

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Introduction / Context: Each sport has its own lexicon of fouls and violations. 'Tripping' is a commonly penalized action under the Laws of the Game in association football (soccer). Recognizing which sport uses this term reflects core rules literacy. Given Data / Assumptions: The term is asked in a rules context. We focus on mainstream global sports. We identify the sport where 'tripping' is formally codified as a foul. Concept / Approach: In football, tripping or attempting to trip an opponent is a direct free kick foul (or a penalty if inside the defender's penalty area). Referees sanction it due to the risk and unfair disadvantage it creates. Step-by-Step Solution: Recall foul categories leading to direct free kicks: kicking, tripping, charging, striking, pushing, tackling from behind, etc.Map the term to the sport that uses those categories: football.Choose 'Football' from the options. Verification / Alternative check: Official rulebooks and training materials define tripping as an offense in football; the referee's signal and disciplinary outcomes are standardized worldwide. Why Other Options Are Wrong: Snooker / Volleyball / Cricket: These sports do not classify 'tripping' as an in-play foul; contact of this sort is outside their gameplay nature. Common Pitfalls: Generalizing contact fouls across sports. Always connect the term to the appropriate rulebook context. Final Answer: Football

Question 6

Indian sports achievers – Bahadur Singh's discipline Bahadur Singh (often referenced as Bahadur Singh Sagoo) is renowned in India for his achievements in which sporting discipline?

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Introduction / Context: Sports GK frequently features Indian national champions and Asian Games medalists. Bahadur Singh is a celebrated name, and identifying his event area builds familiarity with India's track-and-field history. Given Data / Assumptions: The person is Bahadur Singh, known formally as Bahadur Singh Sagoo. He is linked to national and Asian-level success. We must choose the correct sport among common disciplines. Concept / Approach: Bahadur Singh is an Indian shot putter from athletics (track and field). His medals and national records contributed to India's field-event profile. Shot put is a throwing event categorized under athletics, not weight lifting or boxing. Step-by-Step Solution: Associate the name with the shot put event.Classify shot put under the umbrella of athletics.Select 'Athletics' as the answer. Verification / Alternative check: Competition archives and federation records list Bahadur Singh among India's leading shot putters, validating the discipline as athletics. Why Other Options Are Wrong: Swimming / Boxing / Weight Lifting: Different sports entirely; none match Bahadur Singh's event specialty. Common Pitfalls: Confusing strength-based field events with the separate sport of weight lifting. Shot put belongs to athletics. Final Answer: Athletics

Question 7

Global sports icons – Pelé's game The legendary Brazilian sportsman Pelé, often called 'O Rei' (The King), is associated with which sport?

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Introduction / Context: Few names in global sport are as universally recognized as Pelé. Identifying his sport is elementary yet foundational sports GK, given his towering influence on the world stage across decades. Given Data / Assumptions: Name: Pelé (Edson Arantes do Nascimento). Country: Brazil. Known for multiple World Cup triumphs and records. Concept / Approach: Pelé is synonymous with association football (soccer). His goal-scoring exploits, club career at Santos and New York Cosmos, and FIFA World Cup legacy cement the link beyond doubt. Step-by-Step Solution: Recall Pelé's World Cup successes with Brazil (1958, 1962, 1970).Connect his legendary status to the sport with the largest global following: football.Select 'Football' as the correct option. Verification / Alternative check: International records, FIFA profiles, and historical footage all attest that Pelé is a football icon. Why Other Options Are Wrong: Hockey / Volleyball / Tennis: Distinguished sports, but none are Pelé's discipline. Common Pitfalls: None typically, but avoid conflating Brazilian excellence in volleyball with Pelé; his fame is firmly rooted in football. Final Answer: Football

Question 8

Olympic history – origin of the Winter Games The Winter Olympic Games, featuring snow and ice sports, were first held in which year as a separate multi-sport event?

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Introduction / Context: The Olympic movement grew to include a separate winter edition for snow and ice sports. Knowing the inception year is a core fact for sports history and competitive exam preparation. Given Data / Assumptions: The question asks the first year of a distinct Winter Olympics. Earlier Olympic programs included some winter sports exhibitions, but not a dedicated Winter Games. We focus on the official IOC-recognized starting year. Concept / Approach: Identify the year when the first official Winter Olympics were staged under the IOC, hosted in the Alps as a counterpart to the Summer Games, setting traditions that continue every four years (barring interruptions). Step-by-Step Solution: Recall location and year: Chamonix, France, 1924.Confirm that 1920 (Antwerp) was a Summer Games year with some ice events, not a distinct Winter Olympics.Eliminate pre-war dates that were canceled or unrelated to winter editions. Verification / Alternative check: IOC historical timelines and Olympic databases confirm Chamonix 1924 as the inaugural Winter Olympic Games. Why Other Options Are Wrong: 1912: Stockholm (Summer) with no separate Winter Games. 1920: Summer Games year; not the first Winter Olympics. 1916: Games canceled due to World War I. Common Pitfalls: Confusing early figure skating or ice hockey events in Summer Olympiads with a distinct Winter Games. The dedicated winter edition begins in 1924. Final Answer: 1924

Question 9

Sports GK — ITF Men's Futures Doubles winners Vishal Uppal and Harsh Mankad won the doubles title at an ITF Men's Futures tournament. This event belongs to which sport?

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Introduction / Context: This question checks recognition of the sport associated with the ITF Men's Futures circuit and with Indian players Vishal Uppal and Harsh Mankad. Many competitive exams test awareness of sports bodies, event tiers, and which athletes compete in them. Knowing the ladder of international events helps distinguish between similar-sounding tournaments across sports. Given Data / Assumptions: The tournament mentioned is an ITF Men's Futures event. Indian players Vishal Uppal and Harsh Mankad won the doubles title at such an event. We must identify the sport tied to this tournament framework. Concept / Approach: The International Tennis Federation (ITF) governs world tennis. Its entry-level professional circuit historically included the Futures events (now reorganized as ITF World Tennis Tour), which feed players upward toward ATP Challenger and ATP Tour levels. Doubles draws and titles are integral parts of these tennis events. The presence of established Indian tennis professionals like Uppal and Mankad also points clearly to tennis. Step-by-Step Solution: Identify ITF as International Tennis Federation → sport is tennis.Recognize that 'Futures' is an entry-level pro tennis circuit feeding higher tiers.Note that doubles titles are standard at tennis events.Therefore, select the option that matches this structure: Tennis. Verification / Alternative check: Cross-checking athlete profiles of Vishal Uppal and Harsh Mankad confirms they are professional tennis players who have represented India in Davis Cup and on the ITF/ATP pathway, validating that the event is a tennis tournament. Why Other Options Are Wrong: Badminton / Football / Volleyball / Table Tennis: None of these use an 'ITF Futures' structure; their global bodies and event naming differ. Common Pitfalls: Confusing ITF (tennis) with similarly named federations in other sports, or assuming 'Futures' might mean junior or development events in any sport. Here, 'ITF Futures' is tennis-specific. Final Answer: Tennis

Question 10

Sports association — Shiny Wilson (Shiny Abraham) Shiny Wilson, also known as Shiny Abraham, is primarily associated with which sport?

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Introduction / Context: Sports-person–to–sport association questions test general sports awareness. Shiny Wilson (maiden name Shiny Abraham) is one of India’s most distinguished women athletes, frequently appearing in national records and Asian competitions. Given Data / Assumptions: Name: Shiny Wilson (Shiny Abraham). Task: Identify her main sport. Options include multiple popular Indian sports. Concept / Approach: Shiny is best known for track events, especially the 800 m and 400 m. She represented India at multiple Asian Games and Olympic Games, carrying India’s flag and setting national benchmarks in middle-distance running. Thus, she is tied to athletics, not to team games like hockey or cricket, nor to aquatic events like swimming. Step-by-Step Solution: Recall Shiny’s events: 800 m, 400 m → Track and field domain.Match domain to the umbrella term → Athletics.Select 'Athletics' from the options. Verification / Alternative check: Media archives, national championship records, and Asian Games results link Shiny Abraham/Wilson with Indian athletics, particularly middle-distance track events. Why Other Options Are Wrong: Hockey / Cricket: Team sports unrelated to her career achievements.Swimming: An aquatic discipline, not her field.Shooting: Precision sport unrelated to her profile. Common Pitfalls: Confusing her with other female sports icons from different disciplines. The key is recalling her track events and Asian-level success in athletics. Final Answer: Athletics

Question 11

Sports terminology — The term 'caddie' In sports vocabulary, the term 'caddie' is associated with which sport?

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Introduction / Context: Terminology questions differentiate sports by their unique roles and equipment. The word 'caddie' (often misspelled in casual usage) has a specific meaning connected to one sport's competitive routine and etiquette. Given Data / Assumptions: Term under review: caddie (support role). We must choose the correct sport where this role is integral. Concept / Approach: In golf, a caddie assists a golfer by carrying the bag and clubs, offering yardage, reading greens, advising on club selection, and helping with course strategy. The caddie–golfer relationship can meaningfully influence performance, especially in elite tournaments with complex course management. Step-by-Step Solution: Match the unique support role (carrying clubs, reading greens) to the sport that uses clubs and greens → Golf.Confirm that other listed sports do not employ caddies.Select 'Golf'. Verification / Alternative check: Major championships (e.g., The Open, Masters) highlight caddies on leaderboards, bibs, and broadcast commentary, reinforcing the golf-specific usage. Why Other Options Are Wrong: Billiards / Bridge: Indoor cue/card games; no caddie role exists.Polo: Has grooms and support staff for horses, not caddies.Sailing: Features crew roles, coaches, and shore teams, not caddies. Common Pitfalls: Spelling confusion ('caddie' vs 'caddy') and assuming the role might apply to other equipment-heavy sports. The caddie is a golf-specific tradition. Final Answer: Golf

Question 12

Cricket records — Three consecutive centuries in first three Tests Which Indian batsman scored centuries in each of his first three Test matches?

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Introduction / Context: Debut streaks are rare in Test cricket. Scoring a century is tough; doing so in each of the first three Tests is exceptional and memorable. This item tests recall of a prominent Indian batting record from the 1980s. Given Data / Assumptions: Task: Identify the Indian batsman with centuries in his first three Tests. Options include legendary Indian batters from different eras. Concept / Approach: Mohammad Azharuddin achieved this feat in 1984–85, starting his Test career with three successive hundreds. The achievement set the tone for his elegant, wristy batting and long international career. Other greats listed had prolific careers but did not start with three consecutive tons. Step-by-Step Solution: Recall the unique debut record → Azharuddin scored 3 in 3.Eliminate other names lacking this specific debut streak.Select 'Mohammad Azharuddin'. Verification / Alternative check: Historic Test summaries of India in the mid-1980s consistently note Azharuddin’s three consecutive debut centuries, a frequently cited trivia fact. Why Other Options Are Wrong: Vinoo Mankad / S. M. Gavaskar / G. R. Viswanath / Rahul Dravid — while all-time greats, none began with three consecutive Test hundreds. Common Pitfalls: Assuming the record belongs to a more widely quoted run-machine like Gavaskar or Dravid. The defining feature is the debut sequence, not overall career tally. Final Answer: Mohammad Azharuddin

Question 13

Asian Games (Busan 2002) — Best Athlete award Who was adjudged the Best Athlete of the 14th Asian Games held in Busan, South Korea (2002)?

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Introduction / Context: Major multi-sport events like the Asian Games often confer overall excellence awards. Busan 2002 (14th Asian Games) is noted for several standout performances, especially in swimming. Recognizing who received the Best Athlete honor is a common sports GK check. Given Data / Assumptions: Event: 14th Asian Games, Busan (2002). We must identify the awardee titled Best Athlete. Options include elite athletes from different sports and countries within the Asian region. Concept / Approach: Japan’s swimmer Kosuke Kitajima dominated breaststroke events in the early 2000s, collecting multiple golds and setting global standards. Such medal-rich contributions typically underpin the selection for Best Athlete at multisport meets. Step-by-Step Solution: Recall Busan 2002 swimming headlines → Kitajima’s medal haul.Align medal dominance with overall Best Athlete selection.Select 'Kosuke Kitajima' from the list. Verification / Alternative check: Event roundups and medal tables from Busan 2002 highlight Kitajima’s standout role, consistent with receiving Best Athlete honors. Why Other Options Are Wrong: Taufik Hidayat: Badminton star, but not the Busan 2002 Best Athlete.Lee Bong-ju: Marathon great from Korea; not the awardee in question.Zaw Min Htwe: Not the recipient of this particular honor.Park Tae-hwan: A later Korean swimming star; not Busan 2002's honoree. Common Pitfalls: Mixing Asian Games editions or conflating world championship achievements with multi-sport event awards. The year and venue (2002, Busan) are the keys. Final Answer: Kosuke Kitajima

Question 14

Olympic hockey history — India's first field hockey gold India won its first Olympic men's field hockey gold medal at which host city?

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Introduction / Context: India’s dominance in Olympic men’s field hockey began with a historic first gold medal that launched a golden era. Identifying the host city for that inaugural triumph is a frequent sports history question. Given Data / Assumptions: We must name the city where India won its first Olympic hockey gold. Options include several Olympic hosts from different years. Concept / Approach: India secured its first Olympic hockey gold at the 1928 Amsterdam Games. This victory commenced a sequence of titles that made India synonymous with field hockey excellence across decades. Step-by-Step Solution: Recall the year and venue of the first title → 1928, Amsterdam.Map this to the correct option.Select 'Amsterdam'. Verification / Alternative check: Olympic records list India's gold in men's hockey at Amsterdam 1928, followed by subsequent successes at later Games. Why Other Options Are Wrong: London, Rome, Berlin, Los Angeles — while key Olympic hosts, they were not the venue for India’s first hockey gold in 1928. Common Pitfalls: Confusing the first gold (Amsterdam 1928) with later high-profile wins, or with India’s cricket achievements. Hockey’s Olympic lineage is distinct. Final Answer: Amsterdam

Question 15

Sports association — Major R. S. Brar Major R. S. Brar is most closely associated with which sport?

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Introduction / Context: Some Indian sports personalities are known more for coaching, administration, or specialized disciplines than for mainstream spectator sports. Major R. S. Brar’s name commonly appears in questions about India’s equestrian (horse-riding) ecosystem. Given Data / Assumptions: Name: Major R. S. Brar. Task: Identify his principal sport association. Options span combat, precision, racket, and equestrian sports. Concept / Approach: Equestrian sport in India has significant military links, with officers contributing as riders, trainers, and organizers. The 'Major' honorific itself hints at an Army background, which aligns strongly with India’s equestrian tradition in eventing, show jumping, and dressage. Step-by-Step Solution: Associate Major R. S. Brar with horse-riding disciplines.Recognize India’s military–equestrian connection.Choose 'Equestrian'. Verification / Alternative check: Coverage of India’s equestrian events, national federations, and military riding schools repeatedly references Army figures such as Major Brar in leadership and development roles. Why Other Options Are Wrong: Boxing / Golf / Tennis / Shooting — not the primary domains associated with Major Brar in sports GK contexts. Common Pitfalls: Guessing golf or shooting due to military ties. While service personnel excel in many sports, Brar’s common quiz association is equestrian. Final Answer: Equestrian

Question 16

Indian mind sport icons — S. Vijayalakshmi and Nisha Mohota S. Vijayalakshmi and Nisha Mohota are renowned Indian players in which sport?

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Introduction / Context: India has produced several leading women in mind sports. S. Vijayalakshmi (Vijayalakshmi Subbaraman) and Nisha Mohota are among the most recognizable names in Indian women’s chess, often appearing in national team lists and international events. Given Data / Assumptions: We are asked to identify the sport shared by S. Vijayalakshmi and Nisha Mohota. Options include both racket sports and indoor board games. Concept / Approach: Both athletes are Woman Grandmasters/International Masters in chess, with national titles and representation at Olympiads. Their achievements firmly place them in the chess fraternity rather than in racket sports. Step-by-Step Solution: Match the names with Indian women's chess history and Olympiad participation.Recall S. Vijayalakshmi's pioneering titles and Nisha Mohota’s WGM status.Select 'Chess'. Verification / Alternative check: Federation lists, national championship records, and Olympiad rosters consistently show both as accomplished chess players for India. Why Other Options Are Wrong: Badminton / Tennis / Table Tennis / Carrom — unrelated to their competitive careers and international titles. Common Pitfalls: Misreading or misspelling (e.g., Mohita vs Mohota) and confusing with similarly named badminton or TT players. Always connect these names with India’s women chess milestones. Final Answer: Chess

Question 17

Indian sports history — Amar Singh Sokhi's discipline Amar Singh Sokhi is chiefly remembered for his achievements in which sport?

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Introduction / Context: Many Indian athletes made their mark in the mid-20th century across Asian-level competitions. Amar Singh Sokhi is one such name that features in sports GK, particularly connected with track and road disciplines on two wheels. Given Data / Assumptions: Name: Amar Singh Sokhi. We must identify his sport. Options cover different individual disciplines. Concept / Approach: Sokhi’s renown is tied to cycling for India, including performances at the Asian Games era when India was broadening participation across endurance and speed events. Remembering the sport association is the key, not necessarily exact medal tallies or years. Step-by-Step Solution: Associate Amar Singh Sokhi with Indian cycling history.Eliminate unrelated domains like archery or swimming.Choose 'Cycling'. Verification / Alternative check: Historic lists of Indian cyclists at Asian and international meets include Amar Singh Sokhi, confirming his discipline. Why Other Options Are Wrong: Archery / Swimming / Athletics / Wrestling — different talent pipelines, not the one linked with Sokhi’s career. Common Pitfalls: Confusing Sokhi with contemporaries from athletics or wrestling due to common Punjabi/Indian sporting surnames. Contextualize with cycles and track/road events. Final Answer: Cycling

Question 18

World records — Y. Ondieki's nationality in the 10,000 m context Yobes Ondieki (often written Y. Ondieki), who set a world record in the 10,000 metres, belongs to which country?

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Introduction / Context: World-record distance runners from East Africa have dominated long-distance track events for decades. Yobes Ondieki, a celebrated name in 10,000 m history, exemplifies this tradition. The question focuses on matching the athlete to his nation. Given Data / Assumptions: Athlete: Yobes Ondieki (Y. Ondieki), former 10,000 m world record holder. Task: Identify his country. Options list countries from multiple continents, including an East African powerhouse. Concept / Approach: Kenya is renowned for producing elite middle- and long-distance runners. Ondieki’s world record and elite performances are part of Kenya’s storied track legacy alongside other greats. Recognizing his nationality is a standard GK linkage. Step-by-Step Solution: Recall Ondieki’s 10,000 m world record era and East African heritage.Connect the athlete to Kenya’s distance-running dominance.Select 'Kenya'. Verification / Alternative check: Historic world-record lists and international meet archives identify Yobes Ondieki as Kenyan, consistent with his name and training background. Why Other Options Are Wrong: Australia / Canada / Mexico — not the nation of this athlete.Ethiopia — also a distance-running giant, but Ondieki is Kenyan, not Ethiopian. Common Pitfalls: Confusing Kenyan and Ethiopian legends due to their shared dominance. Pay attention to specific athlete-country pairings. Final Answer: Kenya

Question 19

Tennis records — women’s singles: Which player achieved four consecutive wins of the same Grand Slam singles title (i.e., won the same major four years in a row)? Provide the correct name.

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Introduction / Context: This sports general knowledge question focuses on tennis Grand Slam streaks. A “Grand Slam title four times successively” means the same major championship was won in four consecutive editions by the same player. Understanding this phrasing is crucial because it does not mean winning all four different majors in one season; it specifically refers to a streak at one tournament year after year. Given Data / Assumptions: The domain is women’s singles Grand Slam tennis. The query asks for a player who won the same Slam four or more times in succession. Options include Martina Navratilova, Monica Seles, Jennifer Capriati, and Steffi Graf. Concept / Approach: We must recall historical runs of dominance at a particular major. Martina Navratilova famously owned Wimbledon in the 1980s. While several legends compiled long winning streaks, the key is identifying one with at least a four-year sequence at a single Slam among the listed names. Step-by-Step Solution: 1) Identify candidates with long single-Slam streaks.2) Martina Navratilova won Wimbledon women’s singles six times in a row from 1982 to 1987, which exceeds the four-in-a-row threshold.3) Steffi Graf had multiple titles at all majors and one of the sport’s greatest peaks, but the option here aims at the specific “four successive at the same Slam,” where Navratilova’s Wimbledon streak stands out.4) Monica Seles dominated early 1990s Australian Opens (1991–1993) and again in 1996, but not four consecutive editions.5) Jennifer Capriati had a celebrated comeback with multiple Slam wins, but no four-in-a-row sequence at one Slam. Verification / Alternative check: Historical Wimbledon champions list shows Navratilova as champion every year from 1982 through 1987, a six-year sequence (which obviously includes “four times successively”). That satisfies and surpasses the question’s requirement. Why Other Options Are Wrong: Monica Seles: Three straight Australian Opens (1991–1993) before the gap; not four in succession. Jennifer Capriati: No four-in-a-row streak at any single Slam. Steffi Graf: Although immensely successful, this specific four-in-a-row landmark at one Slam is most famously tied to Navratilova at Wimbledon. Common Pitfalls: Candidates often confuse “four successive Slams in a calendar year” (the Calendar Grand Slam) with “winning the same Slam four years running.” These are distinct achievements. Final Answer: Martina Navratilova

Question 20

Golf identity — national representation: The professional golfer Vijay Singh represents which country in international golf?

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Introduction / Context: National affiliation is a frequent sports GK theme. Vijay Singh is a multiple major champion and World Golf Hall of Fame inductee whose nationality is part of basic golf literacy for quizzes and competitive exams. Given Data / Assumptions: Name: Vijay Singh (PGA Tour and global tours). We must identify his representing country. Options include Fiji, India, Canada, Sri Lanka. Concept / Approach: Despite the Indian-origin name, Vijay Singh is internationally known as a Fijian golfer. He has represented Fiji and is often referred to by the nickname “The Big Fijian.” Step-by-Step Solution: 1) Recall public biography details of Vijay Singh.2) Note association with Fiji in official PGA records, Ryder/International events context (Presidents Cup), and media profiles.3) Select “Fiji.” Verification / Alternative check: Major wins (Masters 2000, PGA Championships 1998 and 2004) and career summaries consistently list his nationality as Fijian. Why Other Options Are Wrong: India / Sri Lanka: Reflect South Asian origin linguistically, but not his nationality. Canada: Not his representing nation in professional records. Common Pitfalls: Confusing name origin with nationality; sports GK requires the officially represented country. Final Answer: Fiji

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