Badminton

High school (ages 12+)
Sports & Games

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Step 1 · Read the article

Open the article and read it at the level above. Then answer the questions below in your own words.

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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. How long is Badminton?13.4 meters (44 feet)
2. What is the sport category?Racket sport
3. What is the olympic debut year?1992
4. What makes a shuttlecock special?A shuttlecock has a conical skirt that flares out when it hits the air, making it slow down quickly and allowing for long rallies.
5. When did badminton become an Olympic sport?Badminton became an Olympic sport in 1992.

Clear: A shot hit high and deep into the opponent's court, usually to regain defensive position.
Net Shot: A delicate shot hit just over the net, often used when the opponent is far back.
Deception: Using fakes and misdirection in shots to trick the opponent about the intended direction or type of shot.