Rugby
Rugby is a team sport that started in England in the early 1800s. It is very popular in the UK today. There are two main types of rugby: Rugby Union and Rugby League.
Types of Rugby
- Rugby Union:
- Has 15 players on each team.
- Players can pass the ball backward.
- The main aim is to score tries by touching the ball down over the opponent’s goal line.
- The most famous competition is the Six Nations Championship which includes teams from England, Ireland, Scotland, Wales, France, and Italy.
- Rugby League:
- Has 13 players on each team.
- Players can pass the ball in any direction but mainly focus on moving it forward.
- Teams aim to score by getting the ball over the opponent’s try line.
- The main club competition is the Super League.
Competitions
Both types of rugby have separate leagues and national teams. Teams from England, Wales, Scotland, and Northern Ireland (which plays with the Republic of Ireland) compete against each other in various competitions.
Horse Racing
Horse racing also has a long history in Britain. Events have been taking place since Roman times. This sport is often linked with royalty.
Famous Horse Racing Events
- Royal Ascot:
- A five-day event in Berkshire.
- Members of the Royal Family often attend.
- The Grand National:
- Held at Aintree near Liverpool.
- This is one of the most famous horse races in the UK.
- Scottish Grand National:
- Takes place in Ayr, Scotland.
Racecourses and Museum
There are many racecourses across the UK where races are held. Additionally, there is a National Horseracing Museum located in Newmarket, Suffolk, where you can learn more about the history of horse racing.
Questions
Easy Level Questions
- Where did rugby originate?
- A) France
- B) England
- C) Wales
- D) Scotland
- How many players are in a Rugby Union team?
- A) 11
- B) 13
- C) 15
- D) 18
- What is the main goal in rugby?
- A) To kick the ball
- B) To score tries
- C) To run the fastest
- D) To tackle opponents
- Which championship includes England, Ireland, and Scotland?
- A) The Super League
- B) Six Nations Championship
- C) The Grand National
- D) Royal Ascot
- What is a famous horse racing event in Berkshire?
- A) Grand National
- B) Royal Ascot
- C) Scottish Grand National
- D) Aintree
- In which city is the Grand National held?
- A) London
- B) Liverpool
- C) Edinburgh
- D) Cardiff
- What do you call a place where horse races are held?
- A) Stadium
- B) Arena
- C) Racecourse
- D) Field
- What type of sport is rugby?
- A) Individual sport
- B) Team sport
- C) Water sport
- D) Winter sport
- Rugby League teams have how many players?
- A) 11
- B) 12
- C) 13
- D) 14
- Which country competes with Northern Ireland in rugby?
- A) Scotland
- B) Ireland
- C) Wales
- D) France
- What is the main aim of horse racing?
- A) To jump the highest
- B) To win the race
- C) To run the longest
- D) To ride the fastest
- What is the Scottish Grand National?
- A) A football match
- B) A horse race
- C) A rugby game
- D) A cycling event
- Who often attends Royal Ascot?
- A) Politicians
- B) Royal Family members
- C) Celebrities
- D) Athletes
- What does a player need to do to score a try in rugby?
- A) Kick the ball
- B) Touch the ball down
- C) Pass the ball
- D) Tackle an opponent
- What type of horse racing event is the Grand National?
- A) Flat race
- B) Jump race
- C) Sprint race
- D) Relay race
- Rugby Union and League have how many types of rules?
- A) One
- B) Two
- C) Three
- D) Four
- What is the main sport related to horse racing?
- A) Polo
- B) Football
- C) Cycling
- D) Racing
- Where is the National Horseracing Museum located?
- A) London
- B) Newmarket
- C) Liverpool
- D) Edinburgh
- What is the duration of the Royal Ascot event?
- A) Three days
- B) Four days
- C) Five days
- D) Six days
- Which sport is generally played with more players, rugby union or rugby league?
- A) Rugby Union
- B) Rugby League
- C) Both are equal
- D) Neither
Medium Level Questions
- What year did rugby originate?
- A) 1600s
- B) 1700s
- C) 1800s
- D) 1900s
- In Rugby Union, what is a penalty try?
- A) A try scored without the ball
- B) A try awarded for a foul
- C) A try scored from a kick
- D) A try scored by the referee
- Which of the following is a key difference between Rugby Union and Rugby League?
- A) Number of players
- B) The size of the field
- C) The type of ball used
- D) The number of referees
- What is the length of a standard rugby match?
- A) 60 minutes
- B) 70 minutes
- C) 80 minutes
- D) 90 minutes
- What is unique about the Six Nations Championship?
- A) It is played in the summer
- B) It includes teams from five countries
- C) It is the only rugby competition
- D) It takes place every year
- In horse racing, what does “jockey” refer to?
- A) The horse
- B) The trainer
- C) The rider
- D) The owner
- Which country does not participate in the Six Nations Championship?
- A) England
- B) Wales
- C) Ireland
- D) Australia
- What is a “try” worth in Rugby Union?
- A) 3 points
- B) 5 points
- C) 7 points
- D) 10 points
- What type of event is the Super League?
- A) National competition
- B) International event
- C) Club competition
- D) School tournament
- What type of horse race is the Grand National?
- A) Steeplechase
- B) Flat race
- C) Sprint race
- D) Endurance race
- How many countries participate in the Six Nations Championship?
- A) Four
- B) Five
- C) Six
- D) Seven
- What is the main difference in gameplay between Rugby Union and Rugby League?
- A) Number of games played
- B) Number of tackles allowed
- C) Scoring methods
- D) Number of players on the field
- Why is horse racing popular with the Royal Family?
- A) They own the horses
- B) They enjoy betting
- C) It is a tradition
- D) They like to run
- What is the primary goal of a rugby player during a match?
- A) To score more points than the opponent
- B) To keep possession of the ball
- C) To tackle as many players as possible
- D) To run the fastest
- When do teams compete in the Six Nations Championship?
- A) Every month
- B) Every year
- C) Every four years
- D) Every two years
- What is the role of a referee in rugby?
- A) To coach the teams
- B) To play the game
- C) To enforce the rules
- D) To score points
- How many horses typically race in a Grand National event?
- A) 10
- B) 15
- C) 20
- D) 40
- What kind of events does Royal Ascot feature?
- A) Only horse races
- B) Various sports
- C) Fashion shows
- D) Concerts
- Which type of rugby allows continuous play after a tackle?
- A) Rugby Union
- B) Rugby League
- C) Both
- D) Neither
- What is a common phrase used by horse racing fans?
- A) “Go for gold!”
- B) “Break a leg!”
- C) “And they’re off!”
- D) “On your marks, get set!”
Hard Level Questions
- What is the historical significance of Rugby School in relation to rugby?
- A) It is where rugby was invented.
- B) It is the first school to play rugby league.
- C) It is where the first rugby union rules were written.
- D) It is where the first rugby match was played.
- In Rugby Union, what is the maximum number of substitutions allowed during a match?
- A) 3
- B) 5
- C) 7
- D) 8
- What is a “scrum” in Rugby Union?
- A) A scoring method
- B) A type of pass
- C) A way to restart play
- D) A penalty awarded
- Who is known for the famous horse race “The Derby”?
- A) The Queen
- B) The Prince of Wales
- C) The Duke of Edinburgh
- D) The Duke of York
- What is the main governing body for rugby in England?
- A) The Rugby League
- B) The Rugby Football Union (RFU)
- C) The International Rugby Board
- D) The British Rugby Council
- What is the term for a horse that has not won a race?
- A) Maiden
- B) Veteran
- C) Champion
- D) Rookie
- What is the purpose of a “line-out” in Rugby Union?
- A) To score points
- B) To restart play after the ball goes out
- C) To replace injured players
- D) To change the referee
- How many points is a conversion kick worth after a try in Rugby Union?
- A) 2 points
- B) 3 points
- C) 5 points
- D) 7 points
- Which country won the first Rugby World Cup?
- A) England
- B) New Zealand
- C) South Africa
- D) Australia
- What is a “furlong” in horse racing?
- A) A type of horse
- B) A measure of distance
- C) A type of race
- D) A racing technique
- How many members are there in a Rugby Union team during a match?
- A) 13
- B) 15
- C) 17
- D) 19
- In horse racing, what does “odds” refer to?
- A) The age of a horse
- B) The weight of the jockey
- C) The likelihood of a horse winning
- D) The distance of the race
- What is unique about the Rugby League matches compared to Rugby Union?
- A) They have fewer players on the field.
- B) They have a different ball size.
- C) They allow more scoring methods.
- D) They have no set time limit.
- What is the primary purpose of the National Horseracing Museum?
- A) To showcase famous horses
- B) To teach about horse care
- C) To preserve the history of horse racing
- D) To promote horse racing events
- How often is the Six Nations Championship held?
- A) Every year
- B) Every two years
- C) Every four years
- D) Every five years
- What is the name of the trophy awarded in the Six Nations Championship?
- A) The Webb Ellis Cup
- B) The Calcutta Cup
- C) The Six Nations Trophy
- D) The Grand Slam Trophy
- In horse racing, what does “gallop” refer to?
- A) A type of horse
- B) The fastest pace of a horse
- C) A slow pace of a horse
- D) A type of race
- What does it mean if a horse is “in form”?
- A) The horse has a good chance of winning races.
- B) The horse is old and slow.
- C) The horse is injured.
- D) The horse is new to racing.
- What is the role of the “touch judge” in rugby?
- A) To score points
- B) To assist the referee
- C) To coach the teams
- D) To play the game
- Who is responsible for setting the rules for international rugby?
- A) The Rugby League
- B) The Rugby Football Union (RFU)
- C) World Rugby
- D) The British Rugby Council
Answers
Easy Level Answers
- B) England
- C) 15
- B) To score tries
- B) Six Nations Championship
- B) Royal Ascot
- B) Liverpool
- C) Racecourse
- B) Team sport
- C) 13
- B) Ireland
- B) To win the race
- B) A horse race
- B) Royal Family members
- B) Touch the ball down
- B) Jump race
- B) Two
- B) Football
- B) Newmarket
- C) Five days
- A) Rugby Union
Medium Level Answers
- C) 1800s
- B) A try awarded for a foul
- A) Number of players
- C) 80 minutes
- B) Six Nations Championship
- C) The rider
- D) Australia
- B) 5 points
- C) Club competition
- A) Steeplechase
- C) Six
- B) Number of tackles allowed
- C) It is a tradition
- A) To score more points than the opponent
- B) Every year
- C) To enforce the rules
- C) 20
- A) Only horse races
- B) Rugby League
- C) “And they’re off!”
Hard Level Answers
- C) It is where the first rugby union rules were written.
- B) 5
- C) A way to restart play
- A) The Queen
- B) The Rugby Football Union (RFU)
- A) Maiden
- B) To restart play after the ball goes out
- A) 2 points
- B) New Zealand
- B) A measure of distance
- B) 15
- C) The likelihood of a horse winning
- A) They have fewer players on the field.
- C) To preserve the history of horse racing
- A) Every year
- B) The Calcutta Cup
- B) The fastest pace of a horse
- A) The horse has a good chance of winning races.
- B) To assist the referee
- C) World Rugby
