Knowledge Of The Basic Rules Of Soccer

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  • 1. 

    You can be called offsides on which of the following?

    • A. 

      Your own goal kick

    • B. 

      A corner kick

    • C. 

      A throw in

    • D. 

      A direct kick by your own team

    Correct Answer
    D. A direct kick by your own team
    Explanation
    you cannot be called offsides on your own goal kicks, corner kicks, or throw ins.

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  • 2. 

    How many different fouls can result in a direct free kick?

    • A. 

      3

    • B. 

      10

    • C. 

      26

    • D. 

      13

    • E. 

      6

    Correct Answer
    B. 10
    Explanation
    There are 10 types of fouls which result in a direct kick, kicking, tripping, jumping at, charging, striking, pushing, contacting opponent before contacting the ball, spitting, or holding an opponent, or deliberately handling the ball.

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  • 3. 

    A penalty kick is awarded when....

    • A. 

      One team has too many players on the field

    • B. 

      Someone commits one of the ten direct kick fouls in the penalty box.

    • C. 

      A fan yells instructions from the sidelines

    • D. 

      A team's jersey and shorts colors clash

    Correct Answer
    B. Someone commits one of the ten direct kick fouls in the penalty box.
    Explanation
    A penalty kick is awarded when someone commits one of the ten direct kick fouls in the penalty box. This means that if a player from the defending team commits a foul inside their own penalty box, such as tripping an opponent or handling the ball intentionally, the opposing team is awarded a penalty kick. This is a direct free kick taken from the penalty spot, with only the goalkeeper defending the goal. The penalty kick is a significant opportunity for the attacking team to score, as they have a clear shot at the goal with no defensive wall in front of them.

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  • 4. 

    When a player is shown a yellow card by the referee, this means that player has

    • A. 

      To do 20 sit-ups

    • B. 

      To leave the field immediately

    • C. 

      Deliberately broken a rule or exhibited unsporting behavior

    • D. 

      30 seconds to apologize

    Correct Answer
    C. Deliberately broken a rule or exhibited unsporting behavior
    Explanation
    When a player is shown a yellow card by the referee, it indicates that the player has deliberately broken a rule or exhibited unsporting behavior. The yellow card is a disciplinary action used in sports, particularly in soccer, to caution players for their actions on the field. It serves as a warning to the player and their team that further misconduct may result in more severe penalties, such as a red card and expulsion from the game.

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  • 5. 

    When the ball goes out of play and the referee didn't see which player touched it last, how should the game be restarted?

    • A. 

      By the toss of a coin.

    • B. 

      The losing team takes possession of the ball.

    • C. 

      With a drop ball between two opposing players.

    • D. 

      The ball should be brought back to the center line and a new kick-off taken.

    Correct Answer
    C. With a drop ball between two opposing players.
    Explanation
    When the ball goes out of play and the referee didn't see which player touched it last, the game should be restarted with a drop ball between two opposing players. This is a fair way to restart the game as it allows both teams an equal opportunity to gain possession of the ball. The drop ball involves the referee dropping the ball from waist height between two players from opposing teams, who then compete for possession. This ensures that the game can continue without any unfair advantage given to either team.

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