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