Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Quiz – 30 Trivia questions

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1. What is the Japanese term that translates to `gentle art` and refers to the martial art focusing on ground fighting techniques that Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu is derived from?

  • Judo
  • Jujutsu
  • Taekwondo
  • Karate


2. Which country is credited as the birthplace of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu?

  • Japan
  • Thailand
  • China
  • Brazil



3. In Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, what is the primary objective during a sparring session or a competition match?

  • Knocking out your opponent
  • Running away from your opponent
  • Kicking your opponent
  • Submitting your opponent


4. What belt color comes after white belt in the ranking system of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu?

  • Green belt
  • Yellow belt
  • Red belt
  • Blue belt


5. Who is nicknamed `The Godfather of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu` for being one of the founders of the martial art in Brazil?

  • Helio Gracie
  • Mitsuyo Maeda
  • Bruce Lee
  • Royce Gracie



6. What is the name of the piece of clothing worn during training and competition in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu?

  • Gi
  • Singlet
  • Headband
  • Kimono


7. Which Gracie family member gained international fame for his performance in the early UFC events, showcasing the effectiveness of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu?

  • Rener Gracie
  • Royce Gracie
  • Rickson Gracie
  • Renzo Gracie


8. What is the term used in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu for a position in which one fighter is on their back with their legs around the opponent`s waist?

  • Side control
  • Guard
  • Mount
  • North-South



9. Which submission technique involves applying pressure to an opponent`s neck with the arms in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu?

  • Kneebar
  • Guillotine choke
  • Triangle choke
  • Armbar


10. What is the term for a technique in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu that involves using the opponent`s gi to control or submit them?

  • Arm drag
  • Kimura
  • Lapel choke
  • Leg lock


11. What is the term for a Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu fighter who has reached a high level of proficiency and skill?

  • Blue Belt
  • Green Belt
  • Purple Belt
  • Black Belt



12. Which position in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu involves having both legs wrapped around the opponent`s body from the guard position?

  • Side Control
  • Mount
  • North-South
  • Closed Guard


13. What is the term used in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu for a chokehold that utilizes the opponent`s gi to restrict their airflow?

  • Kimura
  • Armbar
  • Rear Naked Choke
  • Gi Choke


14. Who is known as the first non-Brazilian to achieve the rank of black belt in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu and is a prominent figure in the sport`s history?

  • Marcelo Garcia
  • Kron Gracie
  • Chris Haueter
  • Gabi Garcia



15. What is the term for a Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu practitioner who prefers a more aggressive and dynamic style of grappling?

  • Aggressive
  • Defensive
  • Cautious
  • Passive


16. In Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, what is the term for a position where one fighter is on top of their opponent with their knees on the ground and hips low?

  • Side Control
  • Turtle Position
  • Knee on Belly
  • Full Mount


17. Which Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu submission technique involves hyperextending the opponent`s arm by isolating and controlling it?

  • Omoplata
  • Armbar
  • Guillotine Choke
  • Triangle Choke



18. What term is used in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu to describe a quick and explosive movement that takes the opponent by surprise?

  • Explosive Sweep
  • Static Hold
  • Slow Roll
  • Passive Defense


19. Who is known as the founder of the famous Carlson Gracie Team, one of the most successful Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu competition teams?

  • Carlson Gracie Sr.
  • Royce Gracie
  • Rickson Gracie
  • Renzo Gracie


20. What is the term in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu for a position where a fighter has their back on the ground with the opponent in a dominant position on top?

  • Inverted Guard
  • 50/50
  • Bottom Mount
  • De La Riva Guard



21. What is the term in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu for a technique that involves using the opponent`s lapel to control their posture and movements?

  • Lapel Guard
  • Spider Guard
  • De La Riva Guard
  • Worm Guard


22. What is the term used in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu for the position where a fighter`s legs and arms are wrapped around the opponent`s back in a controlling manner?

  • Knee-on-Belly
  • Rear Naked Choke
  • Mount
  • Body Triangle


23. Who is the Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu fighter known for popularizing the `Berimbolo` technique, which involves inverting and sweeping the opponent?

  • Miyao Brothers
  • Marcelo Garcia
  • Rickson Gracie
  • Cobrinha



24. Which Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu submission technique involves trapping the opponent`s arm between the legs and applying pressure to hyperextend the elbow joint?

  • Triangle Choke
  • Armbar
  • Omoplata
  • Kimura


25. What is the term for the unique style of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu that focuses on using agility, speed, and explosiveness rather than traditional techniques?

  • Vale Tudo Jiu-Jitsu
  • Catch Wrestling Jiu-Jitsu
  • Sambo Jiu-Jitsu
  • Helio Gracie Jiu-Jitsu


26. Which Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu position involves having one leg entangled between the opponent`s legs while controlling their upper body from the bottom?

  • Closed Guard
  • X-Guard
  • Deep Half Guard
  • Knee Shield



27. What is the term for the strategic method in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu of gradually breaking down the opponent`s defenses and improving position?

  • Spaghetti Guard
  • Progressive Guard Passing
  • Smash Pass
  • Bullfighter Pass


28. Who is the Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu black belt known for developing the `50/50 Guard` position, which provides a neutral ground for attacking and defending?

  • Gordon Ryan
  • Romulo Barral
  • Ryan Hall
  • Rafa Mendes


29. What is the term used in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu for the technique of securing a dominant grip on the opponent`s collar to control their movements and set up submissions?

  • Sleeve Grip
  • Cross Collar Grip
  • Belt Grip
  • Pant Grip



30. Which Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu position involves being underneath the opponent with both legs wrapped around their waist for control and attacking opportunities?

  • North-South Position
  • Side Control
  • Rubber Guard
  • Knee-on-Belly