Roller Derby 2013 Rule Quiz Sections 1-3
(116).webp "Roller Derby 2013 Rule Quiz Sections 1-3 - Quiz")
Quiz based on the new 2013 rule set to keep all players up to date
- 1.
How does referee signal lead jam?
- A.
Two short whistle blasts
- B.
Yelling the jammer number and color
- C.
One short whistle blast
- D.
One long whistle
Correct Answer
A. Two short whistle blastsExplanation
The correct answer is "Two short whistle blasts." Referees signal a lead jam by blowing two short whistle blasts. This signal indicates that the jammer for one team has gained a significant advantage over the opposing team's jammer and is now considered the lead jammer. This allows the lead jammer to call off the jam at any time by placing their hands on their hips. The two short whistle blasts alert both teams and the spectators that the lead jammer has been established.Rate this question:
-
- 2.
A period is divided into multiple jams. There is a limit to the number of jams allowed in each period
- A.
True
- B.
False
Correct Answer
B. FalseExplanation
2.4.1 There is NO limit to the number of jams allowed in each periodRate this question:
-
- 3.
What happens to in bounds skaters that are on the track but not in position at the jam starting whistle?
- A.
They will receive nothing this is a no impact/no penalty situation
- B.
They will be asked to leave the track
- C.
They will be subject to false start penalties
- D.
They will receive a minor
Correct Answer
C. They will be subject to false start penaltiesExplanation
2.4.4 If skaters are not in position at the jam starting whistle they will be subject to false start penalties (see section 6.13.1 and 6.13.22)Rate this question:
-
- 4.
Jammers are allowed to start a jam with their helmet cover in hand, not on their helmet
- A.
True
- B.
False
Correct Answer
A. TrueExplanation
2.4.4.1 Jammers are permitted to put on their helmet covers after the jam has started. However, each Jammer must have their helmet cover on their head or in hand before the jam-starting whistle. A helmet cover cannot enter a jam in progress.Rate this question:
-
- 5.
A bout may end in a tie
- A.
True
- B.
False
Correct Answer
B. FalseExplanation
2.5.1 - A bout may never end in a tie score. If the score is tied at the end of a bout, an overtime jam will determine the winner. After one minute, the teams will skate a full two-minute jam. This jam will have no Lead Jammer. Penalties will be called. Jammers will begin accruing points on their initial pass. The team with the most points at the end of the overtime jam is the bout winner. If the score remains tied, additional overtime jams will be played until the tie is broken. Additional overtime jams will begin one minute after the end of the previous jam.Rate this question:
-
- 6.
How many time outs per game is each team allowed?
- A.
1
- B.
4
- C.
7
- D.
3
Correct Answer
D. 3Explanation
2.6.1 - Each team is allowed 3 one-minute timeouts per game.Rate this question:
-
- 7.
Can teams use separte penatly boxes?
- A.
True
- B.
False
Correct Answer
A. TrueExplanation
2.7.2 - The penalty benches must be situated in an easily accessible, neutral area close to the track. Teams may use separate penalty boxeRate this question:
-
- 8.
When does the official period clock start?
- A.
When everyone is on the track
- B.
When the jammers signal they are ready whether the blockers are on the track or not
- C.
With the first jam starting whistle
- D.
When the host team's captain signals
Correct Answer
C. With the first jam starting whistleExplanation
2.8.3.1 - The official jam clock starts on the jam-starting whistle.Rate this question:
-
- 9.
Define A Blocker
- 10.
A pivot is
- A.
A blocker that may become the jammer
- B.
The only blocker that may touch the pivot line
- C.
A blocker that can engage out of the engagement zone
- D.
A &B are correct
Correct Answer
D. A &B are correctExplanation
3.2.1.1 - A Pivot Blocker’s privileges include:
3.2.1.1.1 - Prior to the start of a jam, Pivots may line up on the Pivot Line, as specified in Section 4.2.2.
3.2.1.1.2 - In certain circumstances, a Pivot may take over the position of Jammer for their team according to the specifications in Section 3.5 - Passing the Star.Rate this question:
-
- 11.
Before the jam start whistle team Red's pivot lays on the track with her finger tips touching the pivot line, team Blue's blocker lines up behind the pivot line but in front of the Red pivots hips. The jam start whistle blows and the Blue blocker does not yeild but skates forward. Will the Blue blocker recieve a penalty?
- A.
Yes
- B.
No
Correct Answer
B. NoExplanation
4.2.2 - Pivot starting position: Only the Pivots may line up on the Pivot Line. Pivots are considered on the Pivot Line when they are UPRIGHT and also touching the line.Rate this question:
-
- 12.
What happens when lead jammer removers her helemt cover, and then puts it back on?
- A.
Nothing happens
- B.
She loses lead jammer satus, until the cover is back on her helmet
- C.
She looses lead jammer status for the remainder of that jam
- D.
She is ineligible for lead status for the rest of the period
Correct Answer
C. She looses lead jammer status for the remainder of that jamExplanation
.5.4 - Pass Procedure
In order to transfer the Jammer position to the Pivot, a Jammer must remove the Jammer helmet cover and hand it to their team’s Pivot. The Jammer helmet cover may not be handed off via other skaters or thrown. The Jammer helmet cover may not be taken off the Jammer’s head by the Pivot or another skater. A Jammer who has removed, or whose teammate has removed, the Jammer helmet cover has forfeited:
3.5.4.1 - The ability to accrue points, unless the Jammer returns the Jammer helmet cover to their head with visible stars.
3.5.4.2 - The Lead Jammer status.Rate this question:
-
- 13.
Who can recover a dropped helmet cover? (Check all that apply)
- A.
Any blocker
- B.
Pivot
- C.
Jammer
- D.
Coach
- E.
Team Captain
Correct Answer(s)
B. Pivot
C. JammerExplanation
3.5.8 - Incomplete Star Passes and Recovery
3.5.8.1 - If a Jammer helmet cover falls to the ground or is removed from play by any means, it may only be recovered by the Jammer or Pivot.Rate this question:
-
- 14.
Once jammer status is transfered in a legal star pass it ____________ be transfered back to the original jammer
Correct Answer(s)
cannot
can't
can notExplanation
3.5.6 - Once Jammer status is transferred, it cannot be transferred back to the original Jammer.Rate this question:
- 15.
During a star pass, the Red jammer tried to pass the star to the Red pivot. The helmet cover is dropped as the red jammer gets a major penalty and is sent to the box. The pivot skates clockwise and out of bounds to retrieve the helmet cover and puts it on her helmet. What will happen to the pivot
- A.
She gets a skating out of bounds penalty and is sent to the box the Red team goes without both players for the remainder of the jam
- B.
The Red jammer will serve the pivot's and her own penalty time (2 min total)
- C.
The pivot receives no penalty and starts scoring as soon as the stars are visible
- D.
The pivot receives no penalty and starts scoring points when the original jammer is released from the box and returns to play
Correct Answer
D. The pivot receives no penalty and starts scoring points when the original jammer is released from the box and returns to playExplanation
3.5.8 - Incomplete Star Passes and Recovery
3.5.8.1 - If a Jammer helmet cover falls to the ground or is removed from play by any means, it may only be recovered by the Jammer or Pivot.
3.5.8.1.1 - The Pivot is eligible to obtain Jammer status by retrieving a dropped Jammer helmet cover and placing it on their helmet unless the Jammer is in the penalty box, in which case the Pivot will not be considered the Jammer until the original Jammer is released from the penalty box and legally returns to play.
3.5.8.2 - A Jammer or Pivot may skate in any direction, including out of bounds, to retrieve the Jammer helmet cover.Rate this question:
-
- 16.
After a successful "pass the star" by the lead jammer and her pivot, can the pivot then call off the jam legally?
- A.
No
- B.
Yes
Correct Answer
A. NoExplanation
A Jammer who has removed, or whose teammate has removed, the Jammer helmet cover has forfeited :
3.5.4.2 - The Lead Jammer status.Rate this question:
-
- 17.
Skates may wear inline skates during a bout
- A.
True
- B.
False
Correct Answer
B. FalseExplanation
3.9.1 - Skaters must wear quad roller skates only. Skaters may not wear inline or any other type of skate.Rate this question:
-
- 18.
What is the minium recommended height for uniform numbers be on the back of a skaters jersey?
- A.
2 inches
- B.
3 inches
- C.
4 inches
- D.
5 inches
Correct Answer
C. 4 inchesExplanation
The minimum recommended height for uniform numbers on the back of a skater's jersey is 4 inches. This height ensures that the numbers are easily visible and identifiable from a distance, allowing officials, teammates, and spectators to easily recognize and identify players on the ice. A smaller height may make it difficult to read the numbers, leading to confusion and potential errors in gameplay.Rate this question:
-
- 19.
What is the 2013 WFTDA rules say on jewelry? Check all that apply
- A.
May be worn
- B.
Is recommended to be taped or removed
- C.
Is worn at the risk of the wearer
- D.
Must not be tacky
- E.
Referees have the right to deem jewelry a hazard or unsafe and request it be taped or removed
Correct Answer(s)
A. May be worn
B. Is recommended to be taped or removed
C. Is worn at the risk of the wearer
E. Referees have the right to deem jewelry a hazard or unsafe and request it be taped or removedExplanation
3.8.1 - Jewelry may be worn during the bout unless deemed a safety hazard by the referees. It is recommended that jewelry be taped or removed. Jewelry must not interfere with play or cause danger to other skaters. Jewelry is worn at the risk of the wearer.Rate this question:
-
Quiz Review Timeline +
Our quizzes are rigorously reviewed, monitored and continuously updated by our expert board to maintain accuracy, relevance, and timeliness.
-
Current Version
-
Jan 19, 2024Quiz Edited by
ProProfs Editorial Team -
Dec 05, 2012Quiz Created by
Lakelandladykill
- American Football Quizzes
- Archery Quizzes
- Auto Racing Quizzes
- Badminton Quizzes
- Baseball Quizzes
- Basketball Quizzes
- Bowling Quizzes
- Boxing Quizzes
- Cheerleading Quizzes
- Coach Quizzes
- Commonwealth Game Quizzes
- Cricket Quizzes
- Cycling Quizzes
- Fishing Quizzes
- Football Quizzes
- Formula 1 Quizzes
- Golf Quizzes
- Gymnastics Quizzes
- Hockey Quizzes
- IAAF Quizzes
- Lacrosse Quizzes
- Martial Arts Quizzes
- Netball Quizzes
- Olympics Quizzes
- Racing Quizzes
- Rowing Quizzes
- Running Quizzes
- Shooting Quizzes
- Soccer Quizzes
- Softball Quizzes
- Sports Therapist Quizzes
- Swimming Quizzes
- Tennis Quizzes
- Track And Field Quizzes
- Volleyball Quizzes
- World Cup Quizzes
- Wrestling Quizzes
- WWE Quizzes
Back to top