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How to juggle three balls
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  • 1. What is the first step in learning to juggle?
A) Immediately trying to juggle three balls.
B) Practice throwing one ball back and forth.
C) Buying expensive juggling balls.
D) Watching professional jugglers for hours.
  • 2. Which throwing pattern is most common for three-ball juggling?
A) Cascade
B) Fountain
C) Shower
D) Mills Mess
  • 3. What is the approximate height you should aim for with your throws?
A) Chest level.
B) Above your head.
C) Eye level or slightly above.
D) Knee level.
  • 4. How should you hold the balls initially?
A) It doesn't matter.
B) Spread evenly between both hands.
C) All three balls in one hand.
D) Two balls in one hand, one in the other.
  • 5. Which ball should you throw first?
A) The ball in your non-dominant hand.
B) Whichever feels most comfortable.
C) It doesn't matter.
D) The ball in your dominant hand.
  • 6. What should you do if you drop a ball?
A) Kick it out of the way.
B) Try to catch it mid-air.
C) Ignore it and keep juggling.
D) Stop and retrieve the ball.
  • 7. What is the key to consistent throws?
A) Throwing from the same height each time.
B) Throwing as fast as possible.
C) Throwing the balls with varying force.
D) Looking at the balls constantly.
  • 8. What type of movement should you use to throw the balls?
A) A gentle underhand toss from the elbow.
B) A push from the palm.
C) A forceful overhand throw from the shoulder.
D) A flick of the wrist.
  • 9. What is 'the claw'?
A) A special type of juggling ball.
B) A common mistake where the hands reach upward to catch.
C) A trick where you catch a ball with your toes.
D) A juggling club handling technique.
  • 10. How can you practice the 'takeout'?
A) By practicing taking a ball out of your pocket mid-juggle.
B) By taking a break.
C) By taking a ball from another juggler.
D) By throwing two balls, one after the other, from one hand.
  • 11. Why is it important to keep your hands separate while juggling?
A) To avoid collisions between the balls.
B) To look more professional.
C) It's not important.
D) To make it more difficult.
  • 12. What is a good practice technique after mastering the basic cascade?
A) Wearing gloves.
B) Juggling while running.
C) Increasing the height and speed of your throws.
D) Juggling with your eyes closed.
  • 13. What type of balls are best for beginners?
A) Beanbags or soft balls.
B) Bowling balls.
C) Metal balls.
D) Tennis balls.
  • 14. How can you improve your juggling endurance?
A) Practice for longer periods of time each day.
B) Wear wrist supports.
C) Drink energy drinks.
D) Take frequent breaks.
  • 15. What should you focus on when catching the balls?
A) Letting the balls bounce off your hands.
B) Catching the balls above your head.
C) Guiding the balls into your hand.
D) Squeezing the balls tightly.
  • 16. Where should your eyes be focused while juggling?
A) On your hands.
B) On the apex of the throws.
C) On the balls individually.
D) On the ground.
  • 17. What can cause 'flashing' (dropping all the balls)?
A) Inconsistent throws.
B) Thinking too much.
C) Using the wrong type of balls.
D) Wearing slippery gloves.
  • 18. What is 'siteswap'?
A) A brand of juggling equipment.
B) A type of juggling club.
C) A numerical notation for juggling patterns.
D) A juggling competition.
  • 19. Why is it important to stay relaxed while juggling?
A) Tension can lead to jerky movements and drops.
B) It's not important, focus is key.
C) Relaxation makes it easier to show off.
D) Tension helps you throw the balls higher.
  • 20. What is a common mistake beginners make with their arms?
A) Holding their arms too close to their body.
B) Holding their arms too far from their body.
C) Moving their arms wildly.
D) Not moving their arms at all.
  • 21. What should you do if your throws are consistently too high?
A) Use heavier balls.
B) Move further away from the balls.
C) Throw even higher.
D) Reduce the force of your throws.
  • 22. What should you do if your throws are consistently too low?
A) Increase the force of your throws.
B) Bend your knees more.
C) Throw even lower.
D) Use lighter balls.
  • 23. What does 'qualifying' a pattern mean?
A) Inventing a new juggling pattern.
B) Entering a juggling competition.
C) Buying expensive juggling balls.
D) Successfully completing a set number of throws.
  • 24. What is a good way to practice throwing with both hands?
A) Hold two balls in one hand and throw them simultaneously.
B) Avoid using your non-dominant hand.
C) Practice throwing one ball back and forth between hands.
D) Only practice with your dominant hand.
  • 25. What benefit does juggling provide beyond entertainment?
A) Enhanced sense of smell.
B) Increased physical strength.
C) Improved hand-eye coordination.
D) Improved cooking skills.
  • 26. What is a 'reverse cascade'?
A) A cascade where the balls move against the typical direction.
B) Dropping all three balls at once.
C) A juggle where you catch with your feet.
D) A style where you balance the balls on your head.
  • 27. How to start learning a new juggling pattern?
A) Watch advanced jugglers and copy them.
B) Try to learn the entire pattern at once.
C) Skip the basics and start with the advanced tricks.
D) Break the pattern down into smaller, manageable steps.
  • 28. Why should you practice in a clutter-free space?
A) The space doesn't matter.
B) To make it easier to find your keys.
C) To prevent tripping or damage to objects when dropping balls.
D) To impress your friends.
  • 29. What should you do if you feel frustrated while learning?
A) Keep practicing until you get it right, no matter how long it takes.
B) Blame the juggling balls.
C) Give up entirely.
D) Take a break and come back to it later.
  • 30. How can you track your juggling progress?
A) There is no need to track the progress.
B) By comparing yourself to other jugglers.
C) By only focusing on the number of balls you can juggle.
D) Keep a log of your practice sessions and improvements.
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