General Knowledge MCQs
Topic Notes: General Knowledge
MCQs and preparation resources for competitive exams, covering important concepts, past papers, and detailed explanations.
Plato
- Biography: Ancient Greek philosopher (427–347 BCE), student of Socrates and teacher of Aristotle, founder of the Academy in Athens.
- Important Ideas:
- Theory of Forms
- Philosopher-King
- Ideal State
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What is the 'Slot'?
Answer:
The prime scoring area immediately in front of the goal
The slot is the high-percentage scoring area directly in front of the goaltender, between the face-off circles.
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What does 'Pulling the Goalie' mean?
Answer:
Removing the goalie from the ice to add an extra attacker
Teams pull the goalie, usually late in a game when losing, to leave the net empty in exchange for a 6th skater to try and score.
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What is a 'Gordie Howe Hat Trick'?
Answer:
A goal, an assist, and a fight in the same game
Named after legend Gordie Howe, this unofficial feat consists of recording a goal, an assist, and a fighting major in a single game.
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What is 'Slashing'?
Answer:
Swinging the stick at an opponent
Slashing is a penalty called when a player swings their stick at an opposing player.
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What is a 'One-timer'?
Answer:
Shooting the puck immediately upon receiving a pass without stopping it
A one-timer is a shot taken directly off a pass without stopping or controlling the puck first.
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What is the 'Five-hole'?
Answer:
The space between a goalie's legs
Scoring 'five-hole' means shooting the puck through the opening between the goaltender's leg pads.
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What is a 'Zamboni'?
Answer:
The machine used to resurface the ice
The Zamboni is the brand name (often used generically) for the ice resurfacer machine that cleans and smooths the ice.
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What does 'GAA' stand for in goalie statistics?
Answer:
Goals Against Average
GAA stands for Goals Against Average, a statistic representing the average number of goals a goalie allows per 60 minutes of play.
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What is 'Cross-checking'?
Answer:
Hitting an opponent with the shaft of the stick held in both hands
Cross-checking is a penalty where a player forcefully checks an opponent using the shaft of the stick held in both hands.
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What is 'High Sticking'?
Answer:
Striking an opponent or the puck with the stick above shoulder height
High sticking is a penalty for making contact with an opponent or the puck with the stick carried above the shoulders (or crossbar level for goals).