Mtjrd Level 1 Quiz
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What is the name of the position that wears a star on their helmet?
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Pivot
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Jammer
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Blocker
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Team Captain
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This is the Minor Threat Junior Roller Derby Level 1 quiz based off the WFTDA and JRDA rulesets.
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What is the maximum number of blockers that a team may have on the track?
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One
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Two
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Three
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Four
Correct Answer
A. FourExplanation
A team may have a maximum of four blockers on the track. This means that there can be up to four players from the same team working together to block opposing players and help their own team's jammer. Having more blockers on the track allows for better defensive strategies and increases the team's chances of preventing the opposing jammer from scoring points.Rate this question:
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How many whistle blows start the pack?
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One
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Two
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Three
Correct Answer
A. OneExplanation
The correct answer is "One" because it implies that only a single whistle blow is needed to start the pack.Rate this question:
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Tripping an opposing player is allowed if it is accidental.
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True
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False
Correct Answer
A. FalseExplanation
Tripping an opposing player is not allowed, even if it is accidental. Accidental or not, tripping is considered a foul in most sports and is penalized accordingly. It is important to play fair and avoid any actions that may cause harm or disrupt the game.Rate this question:
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How many whistle blows end the Jam?
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One
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Two
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Three
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Four
Correct Answer
A. FourExplanation
The correct answer is Four. This suggests that there are four whistle blows that signal the end of the Jam.Rate this question:
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Which part of the body can you NOT use when blocking another skater?
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Back
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Buttocks
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Elbow
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Hip
Correct Answer
A. ElbowExplanation
When blocking another skater in roller derby, you cannot use your elbow. This is because using your elbow to block would be considered illegal and dangerous, as it can cause serious injury to the other skater. Instead, skaters are typically allowed to use their shoulders, hips, and torso to legally block opponents.Rate this question:
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Which part of another players’ body can you NOT hit?
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Chest
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Upper Arm
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Hip
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Above The Shoulders
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A. Above The ShouldersExplanation
According to the given answer, you cannot hit above the shoulders of another player's body. This means that hitting the head, face, or neck area is not allowed.Rate this question:
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How many whistle blows start the Jammers?
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One
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Two
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Four
Correct Answer
A. TwoExplanation
The correct answer is Two. This suggests that the Jammers are started with two whistle blows.Rate this question:
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Is it okay to use your arms and hands to keep a blocker from another team a safe distance away from you?
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Yes
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No
Correct Answer
A. NoExplanation
It is not okay to use your arms and hands to keep a blocker from another team a safe distance away from you. This would be considered a foul in most sports, as it is a form of interference or obstruction. Players should rely on their skills and techniques to defend against opponents, rather than using physical force to keep them away.Rate this question:
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How does the Lead Jammer “call off” the Jam?
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Tell the Referee
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Skate off the track
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Repeatedly place both hands on hips until the referee whistles the end of the Jam
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The Lead Jammer cannot call off the Jam
Correct Answer
A. Repeatedly place both hands on hips until the referee whistles the end of the JamExplanation
The correct answer is that the Lead Jammer "calls off" the Jam by repeatedly placing both hands on their hips until the referee whistles the end of the Jam. This action signals to the referee that the Lead Jammer wants to end the Jam before the full two minutes have elapsed. By doing this, the Lead Jammer can strategically control the length of the Jam and prevent the opposing team from scoring additional points.Rate this question:
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Only the Pivots helmet can have a stripe on it.
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True
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False
Correct Answer
A. TrueExplanation
The explanation for the correct answer, which is True, is that the statement clearly states that only the Pivots helmet can have a stripe on it. This implies that no other helmet can have a stripe, making the statement true.Rate this question:
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Both blockers and jammers can score points.
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True
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False
Correct Answer
A. FalseExplanation
Both blockers and jammers cannot score points. In roller derby, blockers are responsible for preventing the opposing team's jammer from scoring, while jammers are the only players who can score points by lapping members of the opposing team. Therefore, only jammers have the ability to score points, not blockers.Rate this question:
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How many whistles signal a minor penalty?
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None
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One
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Two
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Three
Correct Answer
A. NoneExplanation
A minor penalty in hockey does not typically result in a whistle signal. Instead, the referee will raise their arm to indicate the penalty, but no whistle is blown. Therefore, the correct answer is "None".Rate this question:
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Blocking means knocking someone down.
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True
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False
Correct Answer
A. FalseExplanation
The statement is incorrect. Blocking does not mean knocking someone down. Blocking refers to the act of obstructing or preventing someone or something from moving or progressing. It can involve physically impeding someone's path or hindering their actions, but it does not necessarily involve knocking them down.Rate this question:
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You call a ref names because you disagree with a call. The ref gives you a penalty for doing this. What is the penalty he gives you?
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Misconduct
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Insubordination
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Fighting
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Illegal Proceedure
Correct Answer
A. MisconductExplanation
The penalty that the referee gives you for calling them names because you disagree with a call is misconduct. This refers to any behavior that is considered inappropriate or against the rules of fair play. By calling the ref names, you are displaying disrespectful and unsportsmanlike conduct, which warrants a penalty in the form of misconduct.Rate this question:
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