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Top 20 most intriguing Fencing trivia questions to ask using LivePolls

Fencing is an age-old sport that has been around for centuries. It requires skill, precision, and strategy to master. Fencing is a duel between two opponents, each trying to hit their opponent with their sword while also avoiding being hit in return. The three main types of fencing are foil, epee, and sabre. Foil and epee are the most popular disciplines of fencing, recognized internationally and featured in the Olympics. Fencing is a unique sport, combining strategy and physical skill, and provides an exciting and fun way to get fit and compete. Whether you're a novice or experienced fencer, get ready for some intense and exhilarating action.


1) Which of the following is a type of fencing?

  • Foil
  • Sabre
  • Epee
  • Tanto

2) Most fencing techniques originate from which type of martial arts?

  • Capoeira
  • Aikido
  • Karate
  • Sword-fighting

3) Fencing bouts are regulated in periods of what length?

  • 2 minutes
  • 3 minutes
  • 4 minutes
  • 5 minutes

4) In foil fencing, what type of hit scores a point?

  • Thrust
  • Slash
  • Parry
  • Disarm

5) What is the maximum number of points a fencer can score in a single bout?

  • 5
  • 10
  • 15
  • 20

6) What color pads do fencers wear on their arms while fencing?

  • Red
  • Blue
  • White
  • Black

7) What is the name of the protective mask worn by fencers?

  • Helmet
  • Visor
  • Mask
  • Headgear

8) How many touches are fencers allowed to make during a bout?

  • 9
  • 15
  • 20
  • 25

9) What is the maximum number of touches allowed in a single match?

  • 5
  • 8
  • 10
  • 15

10) What is the name of the protective clothing worn by fencers?

  • Chest guard
  • Jacket
  • Fencing suit
  • Bodysuit

11) Before a match begins, fencers carry out a ceremonial greeting called what?

  • Lunge
  • Salute
  • Sweep
  • Cut

12) What type of material is used to make the blade of a fencing sword?

  • Steel
  • Wood
  • Carbon fiber
  • Aluminum

13) What is the general term for a fencing attack?

  • Thrust
  • Cut
  • Parry
  • Lunge

14) How many referees are typically present during a fencing match?

  • 1
  • 2
  • 3
  • 4

15) Fencing matches involve two opponents, called what?

  • Challengers
  • Duelers
  • Fighters
  • Foilists

16) Foilists wear what type of padding over their legs?

  • Greaves
  • Chest guard
  • Gauntlets
  • Breeches

17) What type of fencing is distinguished by the curved shape of its blade?

  • Foil
  • Epee
  • Sabre
  • Rapier

18) How many target areas are considered valid for scoring a point in epee fencing?

  • 1
  • 2
  • 3
  • 4

19) What type of fencing is characterized by fast, athletic movements?

  • Foil
  • Epee
  • Sabre
  • Rapier

20) What type of fencing is considered the oldest and most traditional?

  • Foil
  • Epee
  • Sabre
  • Rapier

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