Team Sports Quiz: Test Your Knowledge of Football, Basketball, Netball & Hockey

Question 1

In a football match, a free kick is awarded to the attacking team when:

Accepted Answer

A foul is committed by the opposing team outside the penalty area.

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An offside occurs.

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The ball goes out of bounds over the touchline.

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The goalkeeper handles the ball outside the penalty area.

Question 2

In basketball, which player role is primarily responsible for handling the ball and directing the team's offense?

Accepted Answer

Point Guard

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Power Forward

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Center

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Shooting Guard

Question 3

Which of the following is NOT a fundamental skill in netball?

Accepted Answer

Dribbling

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Passing

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Shooting

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Defending

Question 4

In hockey, when is a 'penalty corner' awarded?

Accepted Answer

When a foul is committed by the defending team inside their own penalty circle.

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When an attacking player is obstructed in the attacking circle.

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When the ball goes out of bounds over the backline.

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When a player is injured on the field.

Question 5

What is the key objective of 'man-to-man' defense in basketball?

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To assign each defender to guard a specific opponent and follow them throughout the game.

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To double-team the opposing team's most skilled player.

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To prevent the opposing team from scoring by blocking shots and steals.

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To control the pace of the game by slowing down the opposing team's offense.

Question 6

Which tactical formation in football is characterized by having three central defenders and two wing-backs?

Accepted Answer

3-5-2

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5-3-2

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4-3-3

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4-4-2

Question 7

In netball, what is the primary difference between a 'center pass' and a 'goal throw'?

Accepted Answer

Center pass is used to start or restart a game, while a goal throw is used to restart play after the ball goes out of bounds over the side-line.

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Center pass can only be taken by the center court player, while a goal throw can be taken by any player.

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Center pass involves a jump ball between two players, while a goal throw is a direct pass from one player.

Question 8

Which of the following is an essential 'teamwork' skill in the sport of hockey?

Accepted Answer

Communicating effectively with teammates on the field.

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Shooting the ball with power.

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Skating at high speeds.

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Controlling the ball with close dribbling.

Question 9

In football, what is the purpose of the offside rule?

Accepted Answer

To prevent attacking players from gaining an unfair advantage by being in an offside position when the ball is passed forward.

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To ensure fair play by preventing players from deliberately obstructing the goalkeeper.

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To encourage defensive play and reduce the number of goals scored.

Question 10

In basketball, how do teams earn points?

Accepted Answer

By shooting the ball through the hoop during game play.

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By successfully dribbling the ball down the court.

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By blocking the opposing team's shots.

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By committing fouls on the opposing team.

Question 11

In a football match, what is the primary objective of the team in possession of the ball?

Accepted Answer

To score a goal

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To tire out the opposing team

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To prevent the opposing team from scoring

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To maintain possession for as long as possible

Question 12

Which of the following is NOT a common offensive strategy in basketball?

Accepted Answer

Zone defense

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Fast break

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Pick and roll

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Isolation

Question 13

In netball, how many players are on the court for each team at a time?

Accepted Answer

7

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9

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6

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5

Question 14

Which of the following skills is crucial for a successful hockey player?

Accepted Answer

Stick handling

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Kicking

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Catching

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Throwing

Question 15

What is the purpose of a 'free throw' in basketball?

Accepted Answer

To award a point after a foul

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To restart the game after a stoppage

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To start the game

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To gain possession after a turnover

Question 16

In football, what is the term for a deliberate handball by a player in their own penalty area?

Accepted Answer

Penalty

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Corner kick

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Throw-in

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Free kick

Question 17

Which of the following best describes the role of a goalkeeper in netball?

Accepted Answer

To prevent the opposing team from scoring

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To score goals

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To pass the ball to attacking players

Question 18

In hockey, what is the 'blue line' used for?

Accepted Answer

To indicate the area where a player can pass the puck from their own zone to their offensive zone

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To define the penalty box area

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To mark the center of the ice rink

Question 19

Which of the following is a key component of effective teamwork in any team sport?

Accepted Answer

Communication

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Competition

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Individual skill

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Physical strength

Question 20

A player receives a yellow card in a football match. What does this usually signify?

Accepted Answer

A caution for a minor offense

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A penalty for a serious foul

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A time-out for the team

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A dismissal from the game

Question 21

Which of the following is NOT a key skill required in football?

Accepted Answer

Serving

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Tackling

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Passing

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Dribbling

Question 22

In basketball, what is the primary objective of the offense?

Accepted Answer

To score points by shooting the ball through the hoop.

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To prevent the other team from scoring.

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To gain possession of the ball.

Question 23

What is the correct order of play in netball?

Accepted Answer

Centre Pass - Attack - Defence - Centre Pass

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Attack - Defence - Centre Pass - Attack

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Defence - Attack - Centre Pass - Defence

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Centre Pass - Defence - Attack - Centre Pass

Question 24

In hockey, what is the primary function of the goalkeeper?

Accepted Answer

To prevent the opposing team from scoring goals.

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To score goals for their team.

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To pass the ball to their teammates.

Question 25

Which of the following is an example of a tactical decision made by a team captain during a match?

Accepted Answer

Switching to a defensive formation after conceding a goal.

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Shooting the ball at the goal.

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Passing the ball to a teammate.

Question 26

What is the purpose of a time-out in a team sport?

Accepted Answer

To allow a team to strategize or make substitutions.

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To penalize a team for a foul.

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To signal the end of a quarter or half.

Question 27

Which of the following is NOT a key aspect of teamwork in sports?

Accepted Answer

Individual brilliance.

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Communication.

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Collaboration.

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Trust.

Question 28

What is the difference between a foul and a penalty in a team sport?

Accepted Answer

A foul is a violation of the rules, while a penalty is a specific punishment for a foul.

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A foul is committed by the offense, while a penalty is committed by the defense.

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A foul is a minor infraction, while a penalty is a major infraction.

Question 29

Which of the following is an example of fair play in a team sport?

Accepted Answer

Accepting a referee's decision even if you disagree.

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Cheating to gain an advantage.

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Trying to injure an opponent.

Question 30

How can a player contribute to their team's success even if they are not the star player?

Accepted Answer

By fulfilling their assigned role and supporting their teammates.

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By trying to score as many points as possible.

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By showing off their individual skills.