Which statement about the roundhouse kick target is true?

• A. It only targets the leg
• B. It can target the head or chest
• C. It targets the back
• D. It is not used in Taekwondo

Answer: (B)

The roundhouse kick is delivered on a circular arc that allows you to reach different target areas on the opponent. Because of that angling and hip rotation, you can aim high to strike the head or lower to strike the chest or upper torso, making those targets valid and common. It isn’t limited to hitting only the leg—hits to the head and chest are standard options, and the kick’s versatility is a key feature. The other statements don’t fit sport Taekwondo practice: targeting the back isn’t a typical or primary aim with this kick, and the roundhouse kick is a fundamental technique used in Taekwondo, not something you wouldn’t use.