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Karate Facts

written by: Seido16
 
Karate, meaning "empty hand," is by far one of the most popular martial arts in the world. Test your knowledge to see how much you know about this martial art. Enjoy!

Question 1:


Where did karate originally begin?
Malaysia
Japan
China
Indonesia

Question 2:


In the karate terminology, what does "kata" mean?
Fist
Position
Way
Form

Question 3:


Who is considered the father of Shotokan Karate?
Gichin Funakoshi
Ano Itosou
Kenwa Mabuni
Motobu Choki

Question 4:


Karate had a major influence on what other country also known for its martial art?
Korea
Russia
India
Thailand

Question 5:


Which was the first US state in which karate was taught?
Texas
Hawaii
Louisiana
New York

Question 6:


Belgian-born martial artist and actor Jean Claude Van Damme was a student of what karate style?  (place mouse pointer over ? icon to view hints or answer requirements)


Question 7:


What are the initials of the international karate federation?


Question 8:


A major concept of karate is attitude. What is it called in Japanese?
Tadashi
Sapporo
Kokoro
Kumite

Question 9:


In karate, what is the use of weapons such as sais, tonfa and bo called?  (place mouse pointer over ? icon to view hints or answer requirements)


Question 10:


From what type of ancient warriors did many of the traditions and customs of karate come from?  (place mouse pointer over ? icon to view hints or answer requirements)


 


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