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Self-Defense Quiz
What's your self-defense IQ? Take this short quiz and find out!
The answer key with quick explanatory videos are at the end!
1. What's the most important part of your self defense?
a. awareness
b. balance
c. punching power
d. weaponry
2. In a self-defense situation, once things get to the point of being physical you have about __ seconds for the fight to go one way or the other.
a. 60
b. 20
c. 6
d. 2
3. What are your top 3 targets on an assailant if fighting for your life? (choose 3)
a. eyes
b. ears
c. nose
d. throat
e. solar plexus
f. stomach
g. groin
h. knees
i. shins
j. feet
4. The "Red Zone" is when over 50% of assaults occur on college campuses. When is the Red Zone?
a. January - April
c. August - November
d. summer
e. winter
5. When defending yourself, what is the most effective way to use your hands?
a. chop
b. open hand
c. straight fist
d. uppercut punch
6.You are walking down the street and see two men hanging out on the corner. The voice in your head tells you something isn't right but you're not sure what. The BEST thing to do is ____.
a. Discretely get your pepper spray in hand, ready to use if needed.
b. Change direction and walk down another street.
c. Get on the phone with someone you trust, so they'll know immediately if something happens.
d. Walk confidently, heads up, shoulders back, and maintain eye contact.
Answer Key
Next steps to more confidence & peace of mind
1. Awareness
2. 2 seconds
3. Eyes, Throat & Groin
4. August - November
5. Open hand
6. Change direction & walk down another street
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