Athletics Field Events Rules and Regulations Quiz

Explore key rules and FAQs about field events in athletics including high jump, shot put, discus throw, and more. Test your knowledge with our quiz!

#1

Which of the following is NOT a field event in athletics?

Shot Put
Long Jump
100m Sprint
High Jump
#2

What is the maximum number of attempts allowed for each athlete in field events?

Three
Four
Five
Six
1 answered
#3

Which of the following is NOT a required piece of equipment for the high jump?

Landing mat
Crossbar
Measuring tape
Starting blocks
#4

In the hammer throw, what is the name of the implement thrown by athletes?

Scepter
Discus
Hammer
Mace
#5

Which of the following is NOT a part of the triple jump?

Hop
Step
Jump
Leap
#6

What is the term for a field event where the athlete throws a heavy metal ball for distance?

Javelin throw
Hammer throw
Shot put
Discus throw
#7

In the high jump, what happens if an athlete knocks the bar off the supports?

They get one additional attempt
They are disqualified
The bar is raised for the next attempt
They lose one attempt from their total
#8

Which of the following is true regarding fouls in the long jump?

Stepping on or over the takeoff board results in a foul
Athletes can start running from any point behind the takeoff board
Jumping before the takeoff line is encouraged for better momentum
Athletes must land with both feet touching the ground simultaneously
#9

What is the weight of the standard shot put for men?

4 kilograms
5 kilograms
6 kilograms
7 kilograms
#10

What is the world record distance for the women's javelin throw as of 2022?

65 meters
70 meters
75 meters
80 meters
#11

What is the standard distance between hurdles in the 110 meters hurdles race for men?

7 meters
8 meters
9 meters
10 meters
1 answered
#12

What is the purpose of the throwing sector in field events such as discus throw and shot put?

To mark the starting point for the throw
To designate the landing area for the thrown object
To ensure the safety of spectators
To provide a designated area for warm-up throws
1 answered
#13

Which of the following statements is true about the discus throw?

The athlete must leave the circle before the discus lands
The athlete must stand outside the circle while throwing
The athlete must hold the discus with both hands while throwing
The athlete must release the discus from behind a designated line
#14

In the pole vault, what is the significance of the 'grip height'?

The height at which the pole is released
The height at which the pole is gripped by the athlete
The height of the crossbar
The height of the landing mat
#15

Which of the following is a requirement for a legal throw in the hammer throw?

The athlete must hold the hammer with both hands
The athlete must release the hammer before crossing the throwing circle
The athlete must swing the hammer at least twice before releasing it
The athlete must keep the hammer within the throwing sector lines
#16

What is the maximum allowable wind speed (in meters per second) for a long jump to count as a legal jump?

2.0 m/s
2.5 m/s
3.0 m/s
3.5 m/s
1 answered
#17

In the shot put, what is the 'toe board'?

A type of shoe worn by athletes
A line indicating the throwing sector
A support structure for the throwing circle
A barrier at the front of the throwing circle
1 answered
#18

In the high jump, what is the term for a jump where the athlete clears the bar but knocks it off its supports?

Clearance
Miss
Foul
Overjump
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