Master Team Sports: Invasion Games Quiz

Question 1

In hockey, what is the purpose of a slap shot?

Accepted Answer

To generate speed and power for a quick shot

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To pass the puck with accuracy over long distances

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To deflect the puck off an opponent or the boards

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To stop the puck from entering a goal

Question 2

Which of the following is **NOT** a factor that influences team success in invasion games?

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Luck

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Fitness

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Game strategy

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Teamwork

Question 3

In invasion games, what is a primary goal of attacking play?

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Moving the ball quickly and accurately towards the opponent's goal

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Keeping the ball for as long as possible

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Protecting your own goal

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Avoiding any risks with the ball

Question 4

In basketball, what action constitutes a foul?

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Charging an opponent from behind

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Blocking a shot with two hands

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Dribbling the ball behind your back

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Passing the ball to a teammate

Question 5

What is the purpose of a man-to-man marking system in invasion games?

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To prevent opponents from creating scoring opportunities

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To allow for more effective attacking play

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To ensure fair play and minimize physical contact

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To confuse opponents and disrupt their tactics

Question 6

What is a common defensive strategy used against fast and aggressive opponents in invasion games?

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Pressing and harrying

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Zonal marking

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Man-to-man marking

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Dropping deep and defending with more players

Question 7

Which principle is NOT fundamental to invasion games?

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Blocking opponents with physical force

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Creating space

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Maintaining ball possession

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Preventing opposition scoring

Question 8

Which is NOT a key component of an effective zone defense in basketball?

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Man-to-man coverage

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Communication

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Rotating

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Denying passes into the zone

Question 9

Which skill is essential for effective dribbling in football?

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Close ball control

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Speed

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Passing

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Shooting

Question 10

When choosing a strategy for an invasion game, which factor should be considered first?

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The strengths and weaknesses of the opposition

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The available players and their skills

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The size and layout of the playing area

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The weather conditions

Question 11

In invasion games, which ethical principles should players and coaches prioritize?

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Respect for opponents, officials, and the rules

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Winning at all costs, even if it means breaking the rules

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Ignoring unethical behavior by teammates or opponents

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Using any tactic or strategy to gain an advantage, even if it violates the rules

Question 12

Which of the following is NOT a fundamental skill essential for successful participation in invasion games?

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Memorization

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Communication

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Agility

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Critical thinking

Question 13

In basketball, the main objective of the game is to:

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Score points by shooting the ball through the hoop

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Possess the ball for the longest duration

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Prevent the other team from scoring

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Advance the ball down the court as quickly as possible

Question 14

Which tactic emphasizes player movement without the ball to create space and passing opportunities?

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Off-the-ball movement

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Marking

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Zoning defense

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Man-to-man defense

Question 15

In football, the offside rule is primarily implemented to:

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Prevent players from gaining an unfair advantage by being ahead of the ball

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Ensure defenders remain behind the ball at all times

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Control the pace of the game

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Minimize injuries

Question 16

Which type of shot in hockey involves lifting the puck over the goalie's shoulder?

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Slap shot

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Wrist shot

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Backhand shot

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Forehand shot

Question 17

In invasion games, which tactic aims to create scoring opportunities by having players move into open spaces and support each other?

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Overlapping runs

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Man-to-man marking

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Zone defense

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Fast breaks

Question 18

What is the offside rule in football?

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A player is offside if they are behind the ball and closer to the opponent's goal than the second-last defender

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A player is offside if they are in the opponent's half and closer to the goal than the goalkeeper

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A player is offside if they receive the ball while standing in front of the opponent's goal

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There is no offside rule in football

Question 19

What is the primary objective of invasion games?

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To score points or goals against the opposing team

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To prevent the other team from scoring points or goals

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To develop teamwork and communication skills

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To improve fitness levels and coordination

Question 20

Which of the following is an example of an invasion game that involves using a stick and a ball?

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Hockey

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Basketball

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Volleyball

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Netball

Question 21

Which of the following is NOT a benefit of participating in invasion games?

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Increased isolation and lack of social interaction

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Enhanced physical fitness

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Improved hand-eye coordination

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Development of problem-solving abilities

Question 22

What is the purpose of the offside rule in football (soccer)?

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To prevent players from gaining an unfair advantage by being in an offside position

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To promote fair play and sportsmanship on the field

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To increase the pace and excitement of the game

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To reduce the number of goals scored

Question 23

Which of the following invasion games requires players to wear protective helmets?

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Hockey

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Basketball

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Netball

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Football (soccer)

Question 24

What is the term for a player who is responsible for setting up plays and controlling the tempo of the game in basketball?

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Point guard

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Power forward

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Center

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Shooting guard

Question 25

In invasion games, which fundamental skill involves passing the ball to a teammate?

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Passing

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Dribbling

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Shooting

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Tackling

Question 26

Which defensive strategy involves closely guarding an opponent with possession of the ball?

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Man-to-man

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Zoning

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Trapping

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Blocking

Question 27

What is the primary goal of employing a man-to-man defence in invasion games?

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To prevent the opposition from scoring

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To regain possession of the ball

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To slow down the opposing team's attack

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To confuse the opposition

Question 28

What is the fundamental difference between offensive and defensive strategies in invasion games?

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Offensive strategies aim to score, while defensive strategies aim to prevent scoring

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Offensive strategies involve ball possession, while defensive strategies focus on blocking

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Offensive strategies require more teamwork than defensive strategies

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Defensive strategies are more complex than offensive strategies

Question 29

In football, what is the offside rule?

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An attacking player is offside if they are ahead of the ball and the second-last defender

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A defending player is offside if they are farther from their own goal than the ball and the second-last attacker

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There is no offside rule in football

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An attacking player is offside if they are level with the ball and the second-last defender

Question 30

In hockey, what is a penalty corner?

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An attacking free hit awarded inside the defensive area after a foul

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A defending free hit awarded outside the attacking area after a foul

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A goal awarded to the attacking team after a particularly skillful move

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A penalty shot awarded to the defending team after a particularly bad foul

Question 31

Which of the following is **not** a fundamental skill in basketball?

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Running

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Dribbling

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Passing

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Shooting

Question 32

In invasion games, what is the primary responsibility of a defender?

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To block the opponent's path and prevent them from advancing

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To steal the ball or puck from the opponent

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To clear the ball or puck from the defensive zone

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To support the attacking team by providing passing options

Question 33

Which of the following is a common counter-attacking strategy in invasion games?

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Intercepting the ball and quickly transitioning to offense

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Dropping back into a defensive formation to protect the goal

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Using long passes to bypass defenders

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Maintaining possession through short passes

Question 34

How can you assess your own performance in an invasion game to identify both strengths and areas for improvement?

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Track statistics and compare them to your goals.

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Review game footage and analyze your actions.

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Ask only the coach or teacher for feedback.

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Trust only your feelings about how you played.

Question 35

Which of these is NOT a core principle guiding invasion games?

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Avoiding physical contact

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Creating and exploiting space

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Protecting space

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Passing

Question 36

In basketball, when is a free throw awarded?

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When a player is fouled while shooting inside the free throw line

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When a team commits their fourth foul in a quarter

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When the game is tied with less than a minute remaining

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When the ball goes out of bounds off an offensive player

Question 37

Which skill plays a crucial role in effective defense in hockey?

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Marking opponents

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Dribbling

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Blocking

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Shooting

Question 38

In netball, players must pass or shoot the ball within how many seconds of receiving it?

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5

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2

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8

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10

Question 39

In football, offside occurs when a player is closer to the opponent's goal than which of these?

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The last defender

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Any teammate

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The goalkeeper

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The halfway line

Question 40

Identify the defense strategy in basketball that assigns two defenders to guard one offensive player.

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Box-and-one defense

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Man-to-man defense

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Zone defense

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Triangle-and-two defense

Question 41

In hockey, when is a penalty corner awarded?

Accepted Answer

When the ball is intentionally stopped by an attacking player's foot inside the shooting circle

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When a player is fouled inside the shooting circle

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When the ball goes out of bounds off a defender

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When the goalkeeper obstructs an attacking player

Question 42

Which of the following is not considered a fundamental skill in invasion games?

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Coordination

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Passing

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Shooting

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Dribbling

Question 43

What is the key responsibility of the goalkeeper in hockey?

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To prevent the ball from entering their team's net

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To score goals

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To pass the ball to teammates

Question 44

Explain the difference between a direct and indirect free kick in football.

Accepted Answer

A direct free kick can be taken directly at the goal, while an indirect free kick must be passed to another player first.

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An indirect free kick can be taken directly at the goal, while a direct free kick must be passed to another player first.

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There is no difference between a direct and indirect free kick.

Question 45

In basketball, a fundamental skill required for moving the ball up the court while maintaining control is known as:

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Dribbling

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Passing

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Shooting

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Blocking

Question 46

An effective invasion game strategy should NOT include:

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Wandering around the playing area without a clear plan

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Adapting to the opponent's tactics

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Optimizing space on the playing field

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Communicating effectively with teammates

Question 47

In football, the rule that prevents a player from being in an offside position is defined as:

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A player is offside if they are closer to the opponent's goal than the ball and the second-to-last defender

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A player is offside if they receive the ball directly from a throw-in

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A player is offside if they tackle an opponent without having possession of the ball

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Offside rules do not exist in football

Question 48

Which of the following is NOT a potential benefit of participating in invasion games?

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Increased risk of physical injuries

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Improved heart and lung health

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Enhanced teamwork and communication skills

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Boosted self-confidence and self-esteem

Question 49

In invasion games, the difference between a zone defence and a man-to-man defence lies in:

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In a zone defence, players guard specific areas of the playing field, while in a man-to-man defence, each player guards a specific opponent

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In a man-to-man defence, players guard specific areas of the playing field, while in a zone defence, each player guards a specific opponent

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There is no distinction between a zone defence and a man-to-man defence

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Zone defence is used in basketball, whereas man-to-man defence is used in football

Question 50

In basketball, the player responsible for receiving the ball in the post and creating scoring opportunities or passing the ball to teammates is called the:

Accepted Answer

Pivot player

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Defender

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Point guard

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Shooting guard

Question 51

What is the primary objective for the team with possession of the ball in hockey?

Accepted Answer

To score a goal

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To prevent the opposing team from scoring

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To maintain possession of the ball

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To draw a penalty

Question 52

Which fundamental rule in basketball allows players to advance the ball by bouncing it on the court?

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Dribbling

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Passing

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Shooting

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Blocking