Question 1

Who invented basketball?

Accepted Answer

Dr. James Naismith

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Dr. Thomas Edison

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Dr. Albert Einstein

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Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.

Question 2

What was used as goals in the original game of basketball?

Accepted Answer

Peach baskets

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Rugby posts

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Soccer nets

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Hockey goals

Question 3

In what year was the Basketball Association of America (BAA) established?

Accepted Answer

1946

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1962

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1920

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1955

Question 4

What type of ball was originally used in basketball?

Accepted Answer

Soccer ball

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Volleyball

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Tennis ball

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Football

Question 5

What sport did Dr. James Naismith want to keep athletes active during the winter?

Accepted Answer

Basketball

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Ice hockey

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Baseball

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Football

Question 6

What game influenced the creation of basketball, which involves jumping to capture a stone?

Accepted Answer

Duck on a Rock

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Simon Says

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Tag

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Hide and Seek

Question 7

Which professional league was formed by the merger of the BAA and NBL?

Accepted Answer

NBA

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MLB

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NFL

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NHL

Question 8

What element of basketball was introduced to improve the game's pace and flow?

Accepted Answer

Backboards

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Goalposts

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Whistles

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Referees

Question 9

Where was basketball invented?

Accepted Answer

Springfield, Massachusetts

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Chicago, Illinois

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New York City

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Los Angeles, California

Question 10

How many basic rules did Dr. James Naismith create for the original game of basketball?

Accepted Answer

13

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10

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5

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20

Question 11

How many points is a field goal worth if taken beyond the three-point line?

Accepted Answer

3 points

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1 point

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2 points

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4 points

Question 12

What happens if a player travels with the ball?

Accepted Answer

It's a violation and the other team gets possession.

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The player gets to keep the ball.

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The game stops for a jump ball.

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The player is awarded free throws.

Question 13

What must a player do while moving with the basketball?

Accepted Answer

Dribble the ball

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Carry the ball

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Run with the ball

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Pass the ball to a teammate

Question 14

What is the purpose of the shot clock in basketball?

Accepted Answer

To limit the time a team has to attempt a shot

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To track player substitutions

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To determine how long a game lasts

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To count the number of passes made

Question 15

What do players need to do when they have a jump ball at the start of the game?

Accepted Answer

Try to tip the ball to a teammate

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Throw the ball out of bounds

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Dribble the ball before anyone else

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Shoot the ball immediately

Question 16

What is the result if a player is fouled during a shooting attempt?

Accepted Answer

The fouled player is awarded free throws

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The game is paused for a timeout

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The opposing team gets possession

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The player is substituted out

Question 17

What does it mean if the ball is out of bounds?

Accepted Answer

The ball has crossed the boundary lines

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The game is over

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The team scores a point

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The player is disqualified

Question 18

What is the maximum number of steps a player is allowed to take after picking up their dribble?

Accepted Answer

Two steps

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No steps

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One step

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Three steps

Question 19

How are substitutions made during a basketball game?

Accepted Answer

During stoppages in play

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Only at the end of each quarter

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When a player scores

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At any time during the game

Question 20

How many points is a free throw worth in basketball?

Accepted Answer

1 point

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4 points

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3 points

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2 points

Question 21

What is the standard height of a basketball rim?

Accepted Answer

10 feet

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9 feet

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8 feet

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12 feet

Question 22

What material is commonly used for making basketballs?

Accepted Answer

Leather

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Glass

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Plastic

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Wood

Question 23

What is the purpose of the backboard in basketball?

Accepted Answer

To help players aim bank shots

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To keep score

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To hold the players' uniforms

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To hold the basket

Question 24

What is the typical circumference of a basketball used in men's play?

Accepted Answer

29.5 inches

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28.5 inches

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30.5 inches

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26 inches

Question 25

What type of footwear is specifically designed for basketball players?

Accepted Answer

Basketball shoes

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Running shoes

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Sandals

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Soccer cleats

Question 26

What helps indicate when the ball passes through the hoop in basketball?

Accepted Answer

The net

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The backboard

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The referee's whistle

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The court lines

Question 27

What is the primary purpose of wearing protective gear in basketball?

Accepted Answer

To ensure safety and support

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To increase speed

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To look stylish

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To improve shooting accuracy

Question 28

What is the diameter of a standard basketball rim?

Accepted Answer

18 inches

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16 inches

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17 inches

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20 inches

Question 29

What feature of a basketball uniform allows for free movement during the game?

Accepted Answer

Lightweight material

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Heavy fabric

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Tight-fitting designs

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Metal components

Question 30

What helps players improve grip on the basketball?

Accepted Answer

The textured surface of the ball

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The weight of the ball

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The color of the ball

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The smooth surface

Question 31

What is the height of the basketball rim from the ground?

Accepted Answer

10 feet

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12 feet

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8 feet

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9 feet

Question 32

What is the standard circumference of a men's basketball?

Accepted Answer

29.5 inches

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27 inches

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30 inches

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28.5 inches

Question 33

What material is commonly used for making professional backboards in basketball?

Accepted Answer

Glass

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Wood

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Cardboard

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Plastic

Question 34

What is the purpose of the net on a basketball hoop?

Accepted Answer

To indicate when the ball passes through the hoop

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To make the hoop look nice

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To keep the ball from falling out

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To support the backboard

Question 35

Why are basketball shoes designed specifically for the sport?

Accepted Answer

For ankle support and traction

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To be lightweight

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For walking comfort

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To look stylish

Question 36

What is the primary purpose of the backboard in basketball?

Accepted Answer

To provide a surface for rebounding shots

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To make the game more difficult

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To decorate the court

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To hold the hoop in place

Question 37

What is the typical width of a professional basketball backboard?

Accepted Answer

6 feet

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5 feet

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8 feet

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7 feet

Question 38

What is the typical fabric used for basketball jerseys?

Accepted Answer

Lightweight fabric

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Denim

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Wool

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Silk

Question 39

What is the correct diameter of a basketball rim?

Accepted Answer

18 inches

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16 inches

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20 inches

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22 inches

Question 40

What is one piece of protective gear that some basketball players wear?

Accepted Answer

Knee pads

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Baseball gloves

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Cycling helmets

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Swimming goggles

Question 41

Which skill is primarily used to score points in basketball?

Accepted Answer

Shooting

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Defense

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Dribbling

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Passing

Question 42

What is the importance of court awareness in basketball?

Accepted Answer

It helps players make better decisions and anticipate plays.

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It improves dribbling speed.

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It enhances passing strength.

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It increases shooting accuracy.

Question 43

Which skill involves retrieving the ball after a missed shot?

Accepted Answer

Rebounding

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Defense

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Shooting

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Dribbling

Question 44

What is the role of communication in basketball?

Accepted Answer

It helps keep the team in sync and coordinate plays.

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It reduces the need for endurance.

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It increases individual scoring opportunities.

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It affects dribbling techniques.

Question 45

Which of the following is a key skill for preventing the opposing team from scoring?

Accepted Answer

Defense

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Rebounding

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Shooting

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Dribbling

Question 46

What is essential for maintaining balance and quick direction changes in basketball?

Accepted Answer

Footwork

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Dribbling

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Court Awareness

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Passing

Question 47

Which skill allows a player to control the ball under pressure from defenders?

Accepted Answer

Ball Handling

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Defense

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Shooting

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Rebounding

Question 48

What skill is necessary for moving the ball among teammates to create scoring opportunities?

Accepted Answer

Passing

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Rebounding

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Shooting

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Defense

Question 49

Which skill requires stamina to maintain performance throughout the game?

Accepted Answer

Endurance and Conditioning

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Shooting

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Rebounding

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Footwork

Question 50

What is a key aspect of effective dribbling in basketball?

Accepted Answer

Controlling speed and keeping the ball low

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Passing quickly

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Shooting accurately

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Jumping high

Question 51

Who invented basketball?

Accepted Answer

Dr. James Naismith

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Larry Bird

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Michael Jordan

Answer

Kareem Abdul-Jabbar

Question 52

What were the original goals used in the first basketball game?

Accepted Answer

Peach baskets

Answer

Football posts

Answer

Hockey goals

Answer

Soccer nets

Question 53

What is the primary purpose of the shot clock in basketball?

Accepted Answer

To ensure teams attempt a shot within a time limit

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To allow substitutions

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To count fouls

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To determine the game score

Question 54

What happens when a player commits a traveling violation?

Accepted Answer

The other team gains possession of the ball

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The player gets a free throw

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The player is disqualified

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The game is paused for a time-out

Question 55

What happened in 1946 that significantly changed the landscape of professional basketball?

Accepted Answer

The establishment of the Basketball Association of America (BAA)

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The invention of the basketball

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The first Olympic basketball game

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The introduction of the three-point line

Question 56

What is a jump ball in basketball?

Accepted Answer

A method to start the game where two players try to gain possession

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A timeout called by the coach

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A form of scoring

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A type of foul

Question 57

What is the value of a field goal made from beyond the three-point line?

Accepted Answer

3 points

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2 points

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4 points

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1 point

Question 58

What activity must players perform while moving with the ball in basketball?

Accepted Answer

Dribbling

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Passing

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Shooting

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Running

Question 59

What occurs when the ball goes out of bounds in basketball?

Accepted Answer

The other team gains possession of the ball

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A free throw is awarded

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A jump ball is held

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The game stops for a timeout

Question 60

What type of violation occurs if a player stops and starts dribbling again?

Accepted Answer

Double dribbling

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Personal foul

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Charging

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Traveling

Question 61

What is the standard width of a professional basketball court?

Accepted Answer

50 feet

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55 feet

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48 feet

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52 feet

Question 62

How high is the rim of a basketball hoop above the ground?

Accepted Answer

10 feet

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12 feet

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8 feet

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9 feet

Question 63

What is the purpose of the three-point line in basketball?

Accepted Answer

Shots taken beyond this line are worth three points

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It marks the boundary of the court

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It shows the area for free throws

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It indicates where players can only pass

Question 64

What is the width of the key (paint) area in NBA basketball?

Accepted Answer

16 feet

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14 feet

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12 feet

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18 feet

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