Name two basic strikes taught in Level 1 and their typical targets.

• A. Cross to head or torso
• B. Jab to head/face
• C. Elbow to knee
• D. Jab to the head/face and cross to head or torso

Answer: (D)

Two basic straight punches are taught: the jab and the cross. The jab is the lead hand deliver a quick, straight touch to the head or face, used to measure distance, set up openings, and keep an opponent at range while your guard stays up. The cross is the rear-hand punch with more power, aimed at the head or torso depending on the situation and range, and is used to breach the guard or land a solid follow-up strike. Together, they cover the common targets you’ll work with in Level 1: the jab primarily to the head/face, and the cross to either the head/face or the torso as you shift angles and distance. The other options mix in an elbow—an advanced or different drill not part of these Level 1 punch basics—and omit one of the two required strikes, so they don’t fit the question as stated.