Examination Answers

WKF Kata & Para-Karate

Ver. 1 January 2024

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# Question Answer
1 Kata team members must all wear the same type of Karate Gi. TRUE
2 The total time allowed for the Kata and BUNKAI demonstration combined, is six minutes. FALSE
3 In Kata competition slight variations as taught by the contestant's style (Ryu-ha) are permitted. TRUE
4 Glasses are forbidden in Kata competition. TRUE
5 Only one discreet rubber band on a single ponytail is permitted. FALSE
6 The right to seeding does down flow to lower places in the absence of Competitors eligible for seeding. FALSE
7 Kata competition can be organized in several formats. TRUE
8 In all competition format, the number of Competitors cannot exceed 8. FALSE
9 Judges should look for correct Kihon of the school being demonstrated. FALSE
10 Team matches consist of competition between teams of 3 or 4 competitors of which 3 compete at the time. TRUE
11 Conformance is a consistency in the performance of the Kihon of the style (Ryu-ha) in the Kata. TRUE
12 Should there be any discrepancy between the number and the name of the Kata registered for performance, the name, as per the official WKF Kata list will prevail. FALSE
13 When a team has 4 competitors, all 4 may be used for any round. TRUE
14 Giving a command to start and finish the Kata by a team member is not considered to be an external cue. FALSE
15 The mats must form a uniformed coloured surface for Kata competition. FALSE
16 Judges should look for correct Kihon of the Competitor's style (Ryu-ha) being demonstrated. TRUE
17 The panel of Judges can be changed for any single round. TRUE
18 The total time allowed for the Kata & BUNKAI demonstration combined, is 5 minutes. TRUE
19 In Kata competition the sleeves of the Karate-gi jacket may not be rolled up. TRUE
20 It is the responsibility of the coach or competitor to notify the name and the number of the Kata to the score table prior each round. FALSE
21 The number of Judges per panel may be reduced to five for any competition. WKF
22 A previously performed Kata may be repeated only if used as tiebreaker. FALSE
23 The Karate-Gi trousers may be slightly shorter so as to only cover half of the shin. FALSE
24 The total time allowed for the Kata and BUNKAI demonstration combined, is five minutes. TRUE
25 In the event that there are 3 or less Competitors a single Kata is performed to determine 1st through 3rd place. TRUE
26 The Judges of a Kata match may not have the same nationality as either of the contestants. TRUE
27 Although ribbons and other decorations for the hair are not allowed in kumite, they are permissible in Kata. TRUE
28 In the bouts for medals in Team Kata competition, teams will perform a demonstration of the meaning of the Kata (BUNKAI). TRUE
29 It is not possible to repeat a Kata in the Round-robin elimination system. WKF
30 For competitions not counting for WKF World Ranking or Olympic standing, the number of judges may be reduced to 5. TRUE
31 The same Kata may never be performed twice in a row in the Round-robin system. TRUE
32 If an already qualified Competitor is disqualified for misconduct at the end of the Round-robin round (SHIKKAKU): the semi-final opponent will access to the final by bye. TRUE
33 Female competitors must wear a plain white T-shirt beneath the Karate jacket. FALSE
34 Female competitors can, if they want, wear a plain white T-shirt beneath the Karate jacket. TRUE
35 The wearing of unauthorised apparel, clothing or equipment is forbidden. TRUE
36 A discreet rubber band or ponytail retainer is permitted in Kata competition. FALSE
37 The competition area must be of sufficient size to permit the uninterrupted performance of Kata. FALSE
38 The matted Kumite areas are not suitable for Kata competition. FALSE
39 The Karate-gi jacket may be removed during the performance of Kata. FALSE
40 Audible cues are on the same level as one would penalize a temporary loss of balance. TRUE
41 Variations as taught by the contestant’s style (Ryu-ha) of Karate will not be permitted. FALSE
42 The score table must be notified of the choice of Kata prior to each round. TRUE
43 A team which does not perform the bow at the completion of the BUNKAI performance will be disqualified. TRUE
44 The number of Kata required is dependent on the number of individual competitors or teams entered. TRUE
45 If an already qualified Competitor is disqualified for misconduct at the end of the Round-robin round (SHIKKAKU): the bronze medal will be awarded. WKF
46 In assessing the performance of a contestant or team the Judges will evaluate the performance based on all criteria. TRUE
47 There are no specific deviations for those under 14 years of age from the standard rules, but a limitation to the Kata list to less advanced Kata may be used. TRUE
48 Causing injury by lack of controlled technique during BUNKAI is considered a foul. TRUE
49 For medal bouts, none of the Judges may have the same nationality, as the competitors. TRUE
50 Performances are given a score using a scale from 5.0 to 10.0 in increments of 0.1. FALSE
51 Coin toss is the first choice to resolve the ties. FALSE
52 There are 6 ways to resolve a tie in Round-robin Elimination System with 4 competitors. WKF
53 Strength is one of the criteria of evaluation. TRUE
54 There are 6 ways to resolve a tie when having elimination system with 8 competitors. WKF
55 There are 10 criteria for Kata evaluation. TRUE
56 Transitional movement is one of the Criteria for evaluation for Kata Performance but not for BUNKAI. FALSE
57 In BUNKAI performance, transitional movements and control are part of the evaluation. TRUE
58 Strength, Speed and Balance are some of the criteria of evaluation for Kata and BUNKAI. TRUE
59 Simulated unconsciousness for more than 2 seconds at the time as part of the BUNKAI is considered as foul. TRUE
60 BUNKAI are to be given equal importance as the Kata itself. TRUE
61 Excessive bowing before starting the performance is considered a foul. TRUE
62 Causing injury by lack of controlled technique during BUNKAI is a disqualification. FALSE
63 Not announcing the Kata, is not considered as disqualification. FALSE
64 Performing the wrong Kata or announcing the wrong Kata leads to disqualification. TRUE
65 Stamping the feet, slapping the chest, arms, or Karate-gi, will be taken into account by the Judges when arriving at a decision. TRUE
66 A competitor will not be disqualified if he does a distinct pause or stop in the performance for several seconds. FALSE
67 BUNKAI are not to be given equal importance as the Kata itself. FALSE
68 Kata must start facing the Judges. TRUE
69 The use of audible cues from any other person, including other team members is considered a foul. TRUE
70 If the competitor’s belt falls off during the performance of Kata, the competitor will be disqualified. TRUE
71 Failure to follow the instructions of the Chief Judge or other misconduct is considered a foul. FALSE
72 Failure to follow the instructions of the Chief Judge or other misconduct leads to disqualification. TRUE
73 Exceeding the total time limit of 5 minutes duration for Kata and BUNKAI is considered a foul. FALSE
74 In Team Kata, all three team members must start and finish the Kata facing in the same direction and towards the Chief Judge. FALSE
75 Kata performance must be realistic in fighting terms and display concentration, power, and potential impact in its techniques. TRUE
76 Causing injury by lack of controlled technique during BUNKAI is not considered a foul. FALSE
77 Minor loss of balance must not be considered in the evaluation of the Kata performance. FALSE
78 Exceeding the total time limit of 5 minutes duration for Kata and BUNKAI leads to disqualification. TRUE
79 Kata performance must demonstrate strength, balance, and speed. TRUE
80 Minor loss of balance must be considered in the evaluation of the Kata performance. TRUE
81 Asynchronous movement, such as delivering a technique before the body transition is completed is considered a foul. TRUE
82 Inappropriate exhalation will be taken into account by the Judges when arriving at a decision. TRUE
83 In team Kata, failing to do a movement in unison is not considered a foul. FALSE
84 Performing a movement in an incorrect or incomplete manner is considered a foul. TRUE
85 Time wasting, including prolonged marching, excessive bowing or prolonged pause before starting the performance is considered a foul. TRUE
86 Stamping the feet, slapping the chest, arms, or Karate-gi, are audible cues. TRUE
87 The use of audible cues is not considered a foul. FALSE
88 Inappropriate exhalation is not an audible cue. FALSE
89 Failure to fully execute a block or punching off target is considered a foul. TRUE
90 Causing injury by lack of controlled technique during BUNKAI is allowed. FALSE
91 The members of the team must demonstrate competence in all aspects of the Kata performance, as well as synchronisation. TRUE
92 Commands to start and stop the performance will be taken into account by the Judges when arriving at a decision. TRUE
93 It is the responsibility of the President of the National Federation to ensure that the Kata as notified to the score table is appropriate for that particular round. FALSE
94 While performing BUNKAI, after being downed the competitor should either raise to one knee or stand up within 2 seconds. TRUE
95 Omitting or adding movements - or otherwise substantially change the performance from its original form is a disqualification. TRUE
96 Excessive celebration and political or religious demonstrations is considered as disqualification for kumite but not for Kata. FALSE
97 The Competitor must wait on the tatami for the announcement of the evaluation at the end of performance. TRUE
98 The competitors can select any Kata from the official Kata list. TRUE
99 A team which does not perform the bow at the beginning and completion of the performance will be disqualified. TRUE
100 The use of traditional weapons, ancillary equipment or additional apparel is allowed. FALSE
101 The performance in individual Kata is evaluated from the bow starting the Kata until the bow ending the Kata. TRUE
102 Belt coming loose to the extent that it is coming off the hips during the performance is a foul. TRUE
103 Belt coming loose to the extent that it is coming off the hips during the performance is a disqualification. FALSE
104 After the bow the Competitor must clearly announce the name of the Kata that is to be performed and then start the performance. TRUE
105 There are 10 criteria in each Kata evaluation. TRUE
106 Although performing a scissor takedown technique (KANI BASAMI) to the neck area in performing BUNKAI is prohibited, a scissor takedown to the body is permitted. TRUE
107 Performing a scissor takedown technique (KANI BASAMI) to the neck area in BUNKAI is not prohibited. FALSE
108 The Competitors will step back out of the Match Area, following the bows, first “SHOMEN NI REI” and then “OTAGAI NI REI”. FALSE
109 Audible cues must be considered very serious fouls by the judges in their evaluation of the performance of the Kata. TRUE
110 The protest can be submitted to a representative of the Appeals Jury by the coach. TRUE
111 It is the responsibility of the Tatami Manager receiving the protest to gather the Appeals Jury and deposit the protest sum with WKF for any declined protest. TRUE
112 Each of the three members of Appeal Jury is obliged to give his/her verdict as to the validity of the protest. Abstentions are not acceptable. TRUE
113 In Para-Karate, advertising in the wheelchairs can be placed on the backrest. TRUE
114 If the protest is accepted, the Appeals Jury will appoint one of its members who will verbally notify the protester that the protest has been accepted. TRUE
115 There are three general Categories in Para Karate competitions: Visually Impaired, Intellectually Impaired and Wheelchair Users. TRUE
116 In Para-Karate, prostheses, canes, crutches, and other equipment used for physical support are allowed in Para-Karate competitions. TRUE
117 Those Athletes whose disabilities have been classified as Ineligible or who have been considered non-compliant or in violation of competition rules are non-eligible to compete in WKF Para-Karate. TRUE
118 In Para-Karate, the seven judges will give their scores based on the assessment of the Kata performance and the level of athlete's impairment. TRUE
119 Para-Karate competitions consist of both Kata and Kumite. TRUE
120 Wheelchairs with anti-tip wheels are allowed in Para-Karate competitions. TRUE
121 Classification in Para-Karate consists of an extra point compensation depending on the influence of the particular impairment when performing the Kata. TRUE
122 In Para-Karate, Medical Diagnostic Forms prove the eligibility of the Athlete’s impairment and are, together with functional testing at the competition, a tool to provide a more accurate classification of the Athlete. TRUE
123 All Para-Karate competitors are allowed to wear white sport shoes. TRUE
124 In Para-Karate, in case of additional Classification testing, Doping Control, fire or other need for emergency evacuation, the national coaches are directly responsible for safe removal of the Athletes. TRUE
125 In Para-Karate, contestants from the Intellectually Impaired category may perform the same Kata in each round. TRUE
126 Service animals trained and certified to detect life-threatening conditions are not allowed at the external perimeter of the competition area in Para-Karate. TRUE
127 The Appeals Jury must elaborate a simple protest incident report, describing their findings and state their reason(s) for accepting or rejecting the protest. TRUE
128 There is 100 Kata on the official Kata list. TRUE
129 Resolution for ties in Para-Karate, will follow the WKF Kata Competition Rules. TRUE
130 In Para-Karate, therapy animals or emotional-support animals are allowed in the competition area or its perimeter. TRUE
131 In Para-Karate, it is allowed for Athletes of Visually Impaired Classes to wear blindfolds with logos or markings from sponsors or manufacturers. TRUE
132 The straps to fix the legs of wheelchair Athletes in Para-Karate, must be of white color and without logos. TRUE
133 In Para-Karate, score compensation system by means of Extra Points, must be given by the judging panel to the influence of his or her particular impairment. TRUE
134 There are three Sport Classes in Individual Para-Karate Kata Competition. TRUE
135 Visually Impaired Athletes in Para-Karate competition are divided by two categories. TRUE
136 Juniors/cadets Sport Classes are recommended for Para-Karate development. TRUE
137 In Para-Karate Competitions, blindfolds are required for all Visually Impaired Athletes during the performance. TRUE
138 Intellectual impaired athletes, in Para-Karate, will perform the Kata standing up. TRUE
139 Intellectual impaired athletes, in Para-Karate, cannot repeat the Kata. TRUE