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Football Basics

Quiz by Anthony Miranda

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  • Q1
    Which position is primarily responsible for throwing the ball to teammates in American football?
    Wide receiver
    Quarterback
    Linebacker
    Safety
    30s
  • Q2
    What is a touchdown worth in American football?
    2 points
    6 points
    7 points
    3 points
    30s
  • Q3
    What is the name of the area at the end of the field where a touchdown is scored?
    Center circle
    End zone
    Penalty box
    Halfway line
    30s
  • Q4
    What is the primary objective of a team in American football?
    To complete the most passes
    To score more points than the opposing team
    To have the most players on the field
    To control the ball for the longest time
    30s
  • Q5
    What is the maximum number of players allowed on the field for each team during a play in American football?
    9 players
    7 players
    11 players
    15 players
    30s
  • Q6
    What is the term for when the defense stops the offensive team from advancing the ball on a play?
    Fumble
    Tackle
    Sack
    Interception
    30s
  • Q7
    What is the area called where the game starts and players line up at the beginning of each play?
    Sideline
    Goal line
    Line of scrimmage
    End zone
    30s
  • Q8
    What type of kick is used to start the game and also to resume play after a touchdown in American football?
    Punt
    Snap
    Field goal
    Kickoff
    30s
  • Q9
    Which penalty is called when a player moves illegally before the snap of the ball?
    Delay of game
    Personal foul
    Offside
    False start
    30s
  • Q10
    What is the term for the play in which a player catches a pass from the quarterback?
    Hand-off
    Reception
    Completion
    Interception
    30s

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