Softball (Introduction) Quiz (Index 11-20)
A simple quiz to check your understanding of the basics of softball. (Consider your answers carefully before you click "Submit" as you will not be able to return to the previous questions to change the answers. )
Questions and Answers
- 1.
Softball was created in 1887, by George Hancock in _____________.
- A.
California
- B.
Texas
- C.
Kentucky
- D.
Chicago
- E.
Los Angeles
Correct Answer
D. ChicagoExplanation
Softball was created in 1887 by George Hancock in Chicago. This city is historically recognized as the birthplace of the sport.Rate this question:
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- 2.
Which year was Softball recognised in Olympics?
- A.
1995
- B.
1985
- C.
1996
- D.
1986
- E.
2006
Correct Answer
C. 1996Explanation
Softball was recognized in the Olympics in 1996. This means that it was officially included as a sport in the Olympic Games starting from that year.Rate this question:
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- 3.
The objective of Softball is to score more ____________ than the opposing team.
Correct Answer
RUNS
runs
RunsExplanation
The objective of Softball is to score more runs than the opposing team.Rate this question:
- 4.
In a Softball game, 7 innings are played. In each inning, ...
- A.
...each team has an opportunity to bat.
- B.
...only one team has an opportunity to bat.
Correct Answer
A. ...each team has an opportunity to bat.Explanation
In a softball game, 7 innings are played and in each inning, each team has an opportunity to bat. This means that both teams get a chance to bat in every inning, alternating turns. This ensures fairness and allows both teams to have an equal opportunity to score runs and showcase their skills.Rate this question:
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- 5.
The area where 'P', '1B', '2B', '3B', 'SS' and 'C' stands is known as the _____________.
Correct Answer
infield
Infield
In-field
in-fieldExplanation
The area where 'P', '1B', '2B', '3B', 'SS' and 'C' stands is known as the infield.Rate this question:
- 6.
A RUN is scored when the batter or base runner...
- A.
...runs past all 4 bases in sequence of 1st, 2nd, 3rd and home.
- B.
...touches all 4 bases in sequence of 1st, 2nd, 3rd and home.
- C.
...touches all 4 bases in any sequence of 1st, 2nd, 3rd and home.
- D.
...runs past all 4 bases in any sequence of 1st, 2nd, 3rd and home.
Correct Answer
B. ...touches all 4 bases in sequence of 1st, 2nd, 3rd and home.Explanation
A run is scored when the batter or base runner touches all 4 bases in sequence of 1st, 2nd, 3rd, and home. This means that the player must touch each base in the specified order without skipping any bases or going out of sequence. This is the correct answer because it accurately describes the requirement for scoring a run in baseball.Rate this question:
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- 7.
To score a run, the batter must hit the ball into play and then run to circle the bases, ________________.
- A.
Counter clockwise.
- B.
Clockwise.
Correct Answer
A. Counter clockwise.Explanation
When scoring a run in baseball, the batter must hit the ball into play and then run in the opposite direction of the clock, which is counter clockwise. This means that the batter needs to run to the left from home plate towards first base, then second base, then third base, and finally back to home plate to score a run. Running clockwise would be the incorrect direction and would not result in a run being scored.Rate this question:
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- 8.
A batter will be strikeout if the pitcher pitches _____________ strikes.
Correct Answer
3
threeExplanation
A batter will be strikeout if the pitcher pitches three strikes. In baseball, a strikeout occurs when the batter receives three strikes from the pitcher without making contact with the ball. The number "3" and the word "three" both represent the same concept of three strikes, which is the correct answer to the question.Rate this question:
- 9.
A _________ occurs when the pitcher throws 4 balls.
Correct Answer
walkExplanation
A walk occurs when the pitcher throws 4 balls, meaning the batter is allowed to advance to first base without the need to swing the bat or make contact with the ball. This is a result of the pitcher's inability to throw accurate pitches within the strike zone, giving the batter a free pass to first base.Rate this question:
- 10.
If the batter hits a pitch, the defence has many ways to get the batter out. From the list below, select all applicable ways.
- A.
Fly-out
- B.
Tag-out
- C.
Bail-out
- D.
Force-out
- E.
Pitch-out
Correct Answer(s)
A. Fly-out
B. Tag-out
D. Force-outExplanation
The defence can get the batter out through a fly-out, where the batter hits the ball in the air and it is caught by a fielder before it touches the ground. They can also get the batter out through a tag-out, where a fielder tags the batter with the ball before they reach a base. Lastly, they can get the batter out through a force-out, where a fielder with possession of the ball touches a base before the batter reaches it.Rate this question:
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- 11.
Once the defence creates ________ outs, it switches to be on offense.
Correct Answer(s)
3
threeExplanation
The correct answer is 3 or three because the sentence suggests that the defence needs to create a certain number of outs before switching to offense. Since the question is asking for the number of outs, both the numerical value "3" and its word form "three" are acceptable answers.Rate this question:
- 12.
If the offense team is known as the batting team, then the defense team would be known as ______________ team.
- A.
Outfielding
- B.
Infielding
- C.
Fielding
- D.
Throwing
Correct Answer
C. FieldingExplanation
If the offense team is known as the batting team, then the defense team would be known as the fielding team. Fielding refers to the defensive aspect of the game where the players try to prevent the batting team from scoring runs by catching the ball, throwing it, and making plays on the field.Rate this question:
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