Why do we do Semi Free Sparring?
To test our ability to apply appropriate blocks to unknown moves
To quicken our reactions
To better observe our opponent's moves
All of the above
What does Tae Kwon-Do mean?
The Empty Hand of Defence
The Spirit of the Raging Dragon
The Way of Foot and Fist
The Way of the Open Hand
How do we generate power?
Through muscular force, mass and acceleration
Through rotation and gravity
Through reaction force and breath control
All of the above
What worldwide body is the T.A.G.B. a member of?
Tae Kwon-Do International
Global Tae Kwon-Do Council
British Tae Kwon-Do Council
World Tae Kwon-Do Federation
Who is the Vice-Chairman of the T.A.G.B.?
Major General Choi Hong Hi (9th Dan)
Grand Master David Oliver (9th Dan)
Grand Master Michael Dew (9th Dan)
Grand Master Rhee Ki-Ha (9th Dan)
Which of the following is correct:
The BTC was founded in 1988
Tae Kwon-Do came to the UK in 1955
TKDI was founded in 1983
The TAGB was founded in 1967
Why do we do One For One Sparring?
To help us learn self-defence
To improve forearm conditioning
To help us with our free sparring
For stamina training between intermediate ad advanced students
What is the difference between the jump in Yul-Gok and the jump in Toi-Gye?
Toi-Gye is into an X Stance, Yul-Gok is into a Rear Foot Stance
Yul-Gok is for distance, Toi-Gye is for height
Toi-Gye travels further than Yul-Gok
Toi-Gye is for distance, Yul-Gok is for height
Who founded Tae Kwon-Do?
Grand Master Rhee Ki-Ha (9th Dan)
Major General Choi Hong Hi (9th Dan)
Grand Master Nam Tae-Hi (9th Dan)
Grand Master Michael Dew (9th Dan)
What does the Black Belt signify?
The opposite to white
Maturity and proficiency in Tae Kwon-Do
The wearer's imperviousness to darkness and fear
All of the above
What are the 5 Tenets of Tae Kwon-Do?
Awesomeness, Loyalty, Discipline, Friendship, Integrity
Self Control, Hard Work, Loyalty, Courage, Courtesy
Courtesy, Integrity, Perseverance, Self Control, Indomitable Spirit
Courtesy, Hope, Loyalty, Courage, Perseverance
What is the difference between a Strike and a Thrust?
A thrust goes straight to a target, a strike can come from any direction
A strike always uses the fist, whereas a thrust can use any part of the hand
A strike is a pushing technique, a thrust is a punching technique
A strike goes straight to a target, a thrust can come from any direction
What does the Red Belt signify?
The earth, from which a plant sprouts and takes root as the Tae Kwon-Do foundation is being laid
The plants growth, as Tae Kwon-Do skills begin to develop
Danger, cautioning the student to exercise control and warning the opponent to stay away
Heaven, toward which the plant matures into a towering tree as training in Tae Kwon-Do progresses
What is the purpose of the B.T.C.?
It is the governing body for Tae Kwon-Do in the UK
To unify different styles of Tae Kwon-Do
To oversee the development of Tae Kwon-Do in the UK
All of the above
What does T.A.G.B. stand for?
Totally Awesome Guards and Blocks
Tae Kwon-Do Association of Great Britain
Tae Kwon-Do Association of Grandmasters and Beginners
Terrific Attitude Gets Belts
What does the Yellow Belt signify?
Innocence, that of the beginner who has no previous knowledge of Tae Kwon-Do
Maturity and proficiency in Tae Kwon-Do
The earth, from which a plant sprouts and takes root as the Tae Kwon-Do foundation is being laid
The plants growth, as the Tae Kwon-Do skills begin to develop
What does the Green Belt signify?
The earth, from which a plant sprouts and takes root as the Tae Kwon-Do foundation is being laid
The plants growth, as Tae Kwon-Do skills begin to develop
Heaven, toward which the plant matures into a towering tree as training in Tae Kwon-Do progresses
Innocence, that of the beginner who has no previous knowledge of Tae Kwon-Do
Where was Tae Kwon-Do founded?
Japan
China
North Korea
South Korea
When did Tae Kwon-Do come to the UK?
1983
1967
1955
1975
When was Tae Kwon-Do International founded?
13th November 1993
15th June 2002
11th April 1955
21st April 1988
What does the White Belt signify?
The plants growth, as the Tae Kwon-Do skills begin to develop
Maturity and proficiency in Tae Kwon-Do
Innocence, that of the beginner who has no previous knowledge of Tae Kwon-Do
The earth, from which the plant sprouts and takes root as the Tae Kwon-Do foundation being laid
What does the Blue Belt signify?
The earth, from which a plant sprouts and takes root as the Tae Kwon-Do foundation is being laid
Danger, cautioning the student to exercise control and warning to opponent to stay away
The plants growth, as Tae Kwon-Do skills begin to develop
Heaven, toward which the plant matures into a towering tree as training in Tae Kwon-Do progresses
When was the T.A.G.B founded?
August 1983
April 1988
November 1993
April 1955
Why do we do 3 Step Sparring?
Distance, Correct Facing and Timing
Correct Blocks and Stances
Forearm Conditioning and Counter Attacks
All of the above
What does B.T.C. stand for?
British Tae Kwon-Do Council
Bovine Tactical Commander
Bristol Tae Kwon-Do Committee
British Tae Kwon-Do Community
Why is there a black edging on a Black Belt Dobok?
In ancient Korea it signified royalty and elitism as it was an expensive colour to produce
To match the wearer's belt colour
To stand out from the Coloured Belts
To signify the opposite to White Belt
When was Tae Kwon-Do founded?
11th October 1945
11th April 1988
23rd April 1983
11th April 1955
What style of Tae Kwon-Do do we do?
ITT
ITF
WTF
BTC
Who is the Chairman of the T.A.G.B.?
Grand Master Rhee Ki-Ha (9th Dan)
Grand Master David Oliver (9th Dan)
Major General Choi Hong Hi (9th Dan)
Grand Master Michael Dew (9th Dan)
What is the difference between move number 6 in Won-Hyo and number 6 in Hwa-Rang?
In Hwa-Rang it is a side punch, in Won-Hyo it is a side fist strike
In Hwa-Rang only the front foot moves in a body shift, in Won-Hyo both feet move in a slide
In Won-Hyo it is a side punch, in Hwa-Rang it is a side fist strike
In Won-Hyo only the front foot moves in a body shift, in Hwa-Rang both feet move in a slide
What is the difference between Self Control and Self Discipline
Nothing, they are both the same
Self control is the action of consciously controlling your behaviour, self discipline is a trained or predetermined behaviour
Self discipline is mental and physical, self control is purely physical
Self discipline is the action of consciously controlling your behaviour, self control is a trained or predetermined behaviour
When did Major General Choi Hong Hi die?
13th November 1993
21st April 1988
11th April 2002
15th June 2002
What are the 3 Kingdoms of Korea?
North, South, West
Gojoseon, Joseon, Sui
Silla, Baek Je, Koguryo
Shu, Wei, Wu
When was the B.T.C. founded?
11th April 1955
15th June 2002
21st April 1988
13th November 1993