2015 World Fencing Championships

High school (ages 12+)
Sports & Games

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https://smallwhale.org/articles/2015-world-fencing-championships

Write what each word means, using the article.

Do not copy the article. Write two things you learned, the way you would explain them to a friend.

Answers below are taken from the article’s stored facts, so they match what the student read.

1. What is the host city and venue?Moscow, Russia, at the Olympic Stadium
2. What is the competition period?July 13-19, 2015
3. What happened at the 2015 World Fencing Championships in Moscow?It was a big sword‑fight competition held July 13‑19, 2015 in the Olympic Stadium, where fencers from around the world fought with foil, épée, and sabre.
4. Where was the 2015 World Fencing Championships held?In Moscow, Russia, at the Olympic Stadium, a large arena that can seat many fans.

Right of Way: A rule in foil and sabre fencing that determines priority of attack, dictating which fencer scores if both hit simultaneously.
Tactical Acumen: The ability to make smart, strategic decisions during a competition, anticipating an opponent's moves.
Fencing Piste: The designated strip, typically 14 meters long and 1.5-2 meters wide, where fencers engage in combat.