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Top 20 most intriguing Biathlon trivia questions to ask using LivePolls

Biathlon is an exciting sport that combines the physical challenges of cross-country skiing, shooting accuracy and endurance. Originally a military training exercise, the sport has grown in popularity in recent years and is now an Olympic sport that draws in fans from around the globe. Not only is it a great way to keep fit, but biathlon also requires a great deal of strategy and mental toughness. With its unique mix of physical and mental requirements, the biathlon is a fun and exciting activity that will keep you on the edge of your seat. Get ready to test your knowledge and see how much you really know about this thrilling sport with our Biathlon Trivia template!


1) What is the maximum number of rounds in a single biathlon sprint race?

  • 4 rounds
  • 5 rounds
  • 6 rounds
  • 10 rounds

2) How many shots must be taken in each biathlon round?

  • 2 shots
  • 5 shots
  • 10 shots
  • depends on the race

3) What Olympic winter sport is biathlon part of?

  • Alpine Skiing
  • Speed Skating
  • Cross-Country Skiing
  • Snowboarding

4) When was biathlon first introduced as an Olympic sport?

  • 1972
  • 1988
  • 1994
  • 2002

5) What does a biathlete need to do to be successful in a race?

  • Ski fast
  • Have good shooting accuracy
  • Be aggressive
  • All of the above

6) How much time is given to a biathlete to shoot at each target?

  • 10 seconds
  • 15 seconds
  • 20 seconds
  • 30 seconds

7) Who won the women's 10 km sprint at the 2018 PyeongChang Winter Olympics?

  • Darya Domracheva
  • Teresa Stadlober
  • Anastasiya Kuzmina
  • Tiril Eckhoff

8) Which of the following is a type of biathlon race?

  • Relay
  • Pursuit
  • Sprint
  • All of the above

9) How often must a biathlete reload their rifle with new rounds?

  • After every shooting round
  • After every 4 shots
  • After every 5 shots
  • After every 10 shots

10) What is the penalty for each missed target?

  • 1 minute
  • 2 minutes
  • 3 minutes
  • 4 minutes

11) How many members are in a biathlon relay team?

  • 2
  • 4
  • 6
  • 8

12) While shooting, how many cartridges does a biathlete load in the rifle at one time?

  • 1
  • 2
  • 3
  • 4

13) Which of the following countries is the most successful in biathlon?

  • Norway
  • Finland
  • Sweden
  • Germany

14) Who won the men's 15 km mass start gold medal at the 2018 PyeongChang Winter Olympics?

  • Johannes Thingnes Bø
  • Arnd Peiffer
  • Martin Fourcade
  • Emil Hegle Svendsen

15) How many shooting rounds are there in a biathlon relay?

  • 2
  • 4
  • 6
  • 8

16) What is the penalty for entering the penalty loop?

  • 1 minute
  • 2 minutes
  • 3 minutes
  • 4 minutes

17) How many targets must a biathlete hit in the shooting round?

  • 5
  • 6
  • 7
  • 8

18) What type of rifle do biathletes use?

  • .22 LR rifle
  • .25 auto pistol
  • .40 S&W handgun
  • .50 caliber rifle

19) Which of the following is a type of shooting stance used by biathletes?

  • Standing
  • Prone
  • Kneeling
  • All of the above

20) What type of skiing technique is used by biathletes?

  • Freestyle
  • Classic
  • Skate
  • All of the above

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