Pretest: Basic Quiz On Volleyball Game
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Volleyball is a team sport in which two teams of six players are separated by a net. The new school year is just about to start and you are now planning on joining the Volleyball team. Go through the questions below and see how well prepared you are. All the best!
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Class Period
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What is the standard amount of players on each team?
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3
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4
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6
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8
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A. 6Explanation
The standard amount of players on each team is 6. This is a common number in many team sports such as volleyball, basketball, and ice hockey. Having 6 players allows for a good balance of offense and defense, and ensures that there are enough players to cover different positions and responsibilities on the field or court.Rate this question:
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If you are returning a serve, the first person who touches the ball off the serve has to use what type of skill to hit the ball up into the air for another player to hit.
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Pass
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Spike
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Set
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Hit
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A. PassExplanation
When returning a serve, the first person who touches the ball off the serve has to use the skill of passing to hit the ball up into the air for another player to hit. The pass is a technique used to accurately and smoothly direct the ball towards the intended target, allowing the next player to have a better chance of making a successful hit. This skill requires good hand-eye coordination and control to ensure that the ball is set up properly for the next player.Rate this question:
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In a game of volleyball when do you rotate positions?
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When you hit it out
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At the end of the game
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Never
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When you win the serve
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A. When you win the serveExplanation
In a game of volleyball, rotating positions occurs when a team wins the serve. This means that after successfully serving the ball and scoring a point, the players on the serving team will rotate their positions in a clockwise manner. This rotation ensures that each player gets the opportunity to serve and play in different positions on the court throughout the game. It helps to distribute the workload and allows players to showcase their skills in various positions.Rate this question:
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What are the three hits used in volleyball?
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Bump
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Spike
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Set
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All the above
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A. All the aboveExplanation
The three hits used in volleyball are the bump, spike, and set. The bump is a technique used to receive the ball by using the forearms to pass it to a teammate. The spike is an aggressive attack move where a player jumps and forcefully hits the ball over the net into the opponent's court. The set is a technique where a player uses their fingertips to accurately position the ball for a teammate to attack. Therefore, the correct answer is "All the above" as all three hits are essential skills in the game of volleyball.Rate this question:
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In volleyball when a player jumps up and gets their hands above the net and deflects the ball coming from the opponent it is called a(n)?
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Block
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Bump
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Set
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Spike
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A. BlockExplanation
When a player jumps up and gets their hands above the net to deflect the ball coming from the opponent, it is called a block. A block is a defensive move in volleyball where a player tries to stop the opponent's attack by jumping and reaching their hands high above the net to redirect the ball back into the opponent's court. It is an important skill in volleyball to disrupt the opponent's attack and gain an advantage in the game.Rate this question:
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In volleyball the scoring system we use is called what?
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Traditional
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Instant
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Rally
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Quick
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A. RallyExplanation
The correct answer is "Rally." In volleyball, the scoring system used is called Rally scoring. This means that a point is awarded to the team that wins each rally, regardless of which team served the ball. This scoring system ensures that every rally is important and adds to the overall score of the game.Rate this question:
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If the serving team serves the ball and it hits the net and goes onto the opposing teams side what is the ruling?
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Dead ball, other team wins the serve back
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Do Over
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Play continues
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It is a Let Serve
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A. Play continuesExplanation
If the serving team serves the ball and it hits the net and goes onto the opposing team's side, the ruling is that play continues. This means that the ball is still in play and the opposing team has the opportunity to return the ball and continue the game. There is no penalty or interruption in the game due to the ball hitting the net.Rate this question:
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A game of volleyball is played up to how many points?
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10
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15
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20
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25
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A. 25Explanation
A game of volleyball is played up to 25 points.Rate this question:
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When a player uses their fingertips to hit the ball above their head this skill is called what?
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Bump
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Set
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Spike
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Serve
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A. SetExplanation
When a player uses their fingertips to hit the ball above their head, this skill is called a set. A set is a technique used in volleyball to accurately position the ball for a teammate to attack or spike. It involves using the fingertips to push the ball upwards and towards the intended target, allowing the teammate to have a better chance of making a powerful and effective attack.Rate this question:
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When a player hits the ball with the flat side of their forearms, with their knees bent, using their legs for power and not swinging their arms, this type of skill is called what?
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Pass
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Set
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Spike
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Serve
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A. PassExplanation
The correct answer is "Pass." In volleyball, when a player hits the ball with the flat side of their forearms, with their knees bent, and uses their legs for power instead of swinging their arms, it is known as a pass. This skill is commonly used to receive the opponent's serve and start a team's offensive play.Rate this question:
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During game play if the ball hits the line it is ruled?
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In
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Out
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Redo
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Let
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A. InExplanation
If the ball hits the line during gameplay, it is ruled "In." This means that the ball is considered to have landed within the boundary lines and is therefore still in play.Rate this question:
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When serving, how is the server allowed to serve?
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Underhand
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Overhand
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Both
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None of the above
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A. BothExplanation
The server is allowed to serve using both underhand and overhand techniques. This means that they have the option to serve the ball either by swinging their arm underhand or by throwing the ball up in the air and hitting it overhand. The choice of technique usually depends on the player's preference and the situation in the game.Rate this question:
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Select the ones you like
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Option1
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Option2
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Option3
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Option4
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A. Option1Explanation
The correct answer is Option1 because it is the only option that is mentioned in the question. The question asks to select the ones you like, and since Option1 is the only option mentioned, it is the only one that can be selected.Rate this question:
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