WFTDA Skills Practice Test

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1. The team with the most points at the end of the game WINS!

Explanation

2.2.2 This question is a direct quote from Section 2.2 Structure in the WFTDA Rules Set from 5/26/2010

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Use this practice test to prepare for your team's WFTDA Basic Skills written exam.
This Exam covers Sections 1 through 2.5 of the WFTDA Standardized Flat Track Roller... see moreDerby Rules.
After you answer, there will be a feedback box that states from which section in the WFTDA rules book that particular question was taken. see less

2. The track boundary must be consistent in height and width throughout the ENTIRE boundary.

Explanation

This question is the last line in Rules 2.1.3

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3. The skating surface and boundary line colors can be similar.

Explanation

2.1.2.1 The skating surface and boundary line colors must meet the definition of HIGH CONTRAST beyond a reasonable doubt or the Head Ref shall request the venue use colors that meet that definition. (For definition of High Contrast, see WFTDA Rules section 2.1)

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4. The maximum number of Jams allowed in a single bout is:

Explanation

2.4.1

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5. A team will be forced to skate shorthanded if all of their skaters are not in position on the track when the jam starts.

Explanation

2.4.4 If all skaters are not on the track and ready to start the next jam after the allotted time, the jam will start without the missing skater(s) and the team will skate short for that jam.

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6. Acceptable surfaces for skating a roller derby bout are;

Explanation

2.1.2 The track surface shall be clean, flat, and suitable for roller skating. Acceptable surfaces include polished or painted concrete, wood, or game court floors.

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7. If a skater's wheel touches the  boundary marker, she has gone out of bounds.

Explanation

2.1.7 The track and the boundary marker line are considered in bounds.

(so, your skate wheel(s) would have to cross the whole boundary before you are considered out of bounds)

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8. A Roller Derby Bout is composed of;

Explanation

2.2.1 A bout or game is composed of sixty minutes of play divided into 2 periods of thirty minutes played between 2 teams.

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9. Teams shall consist of :

Explanation

1.1 Teams shall consist of a max of 20 skaters that have passed the minimum skills requirements established by WFTDA.

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10. The period ends when the last jam reaches its natural conclusion. This may extend past the point when the period clock reaches 0:00.

Explanation

2.3.3 The period ends when the last jam reaches its natural conclusion. (Further info on Jams in section 2.4) This may extend past the point when the period clock reaches zero (0.00).

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11. When two or more games are combined into a single "Double Header" event, games can be staggered by periods or played in full, one at a time depending upon:

Explanation

2.2.3 question + answer = direct quote from rules.

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12. The track boundaries must be marked by a raised boundary. What are the minimum and maximum heights for this boundary? ( " is inches)

Explanation

2.1.3 The track boundaries must be marked by a raised boundary at least on quarter inch (0.25) and no more than two (2) inches in height in such a way that is highly visible to skaters and officials and does not present a safety hazard to skaters.

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13. If there are 30 seconds or fewer left on the period clock and the Hostess City Hellions call a timeout,  there will be one more jam.

Explanation

2.3.4 If thirty (30) seconds or fewer remain on the period clock when a jam ends, there will not be another jam started for that period, UNLESS A TIMEOUT IS CALLED. (Section 2.6 for more info on timeouts.)

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14. If a Jammer is not on the track when a jam starting whistle blows,

Explanation

2.4.4.1.1 Direct quote.

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15. What is the maximum amount of rostered skaters for a specific game?

Explanation

1.2 At most, 14 skaters may be on the roster for a specific game. Leagues may rotate their game roster from their team roster between games
1.3 During a tournament, leagues may substitute alternates from their team roster. If a skater is pulled from a tournament and replaced with an alternate, she may re-enter the tournament in a subsequent game.

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16. A Derby team may lay the track using a high contrast track boundary marker to dimensions that are best suited for the venue.

Explanation

2.1.1 For regulation inter-league games, the track shall be based on the specifications in Appendix B. THE METHOD OF MARKING DIMENSIONS (tape, rope, etc) ... are subject to the restrictions of the venue; however, the track MUST be the standardized dimensions.

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17. The period begins when the designated official blows the first jam whistle. What will it sound like?

Explanation

2.3.1 "The signal will be one long whistle blast."

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18. Halftime between periods MUST be:

Explanation

Halftime between periods must be at least 5 minutes long to allow players to rest, rehydrate, and receive instructions from their coaches. This break is essential for the players to recover their energy and strategize for the next half of the game. A shorter break may not provide enough time for these necessary activities, which could negatively impact the players' performance and overall gameplay. Therefore, halftime must be at least 5 minutes long.

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19. A pivot is permitted to put on her helmet panty

Explanation

2.4.4.2 "Pivots are permitted to put on their helmet covers after the jam has started. However, each Pivot (and Jammer for that matter) must have her helmet cover in hand before the jam starting whistle.

The moral of the story is, helmet covers cannot enter a jam in progress.

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20. Only rostered skaters and up to 4 support staff persons are allowed inside the designated team areas around the track.

Explanation

2.1.4 The track area will include chairs or benches in designated team areas, either in the infield or on the sidelines. Only those skaters who are on the roster FOR THAT GAME may sit or stand in the designated team area. Up toTWO support staff (team managers, coaches, or other non-skating players) per team are allowed in this area during a bout.

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The team with the most points at the end of the game WINS!
The track boundary must be consistent in height and width throughout...
The skating surface and boundary line colors can be similar.
The maximum number of Jams allowed in a single bout is:
A team will be forced to skate shorthanded if all of their skaters are...
Acceptable surfaces for skating a roller derby bout are;
If a skater's wheel touches the  boundary marker, she has...
A Roller Derby Bout is composed of;
Teams shall consist of :
The period ends when the last jam reaches its natural conclusion. This...
When two or more games are combined into a single "Double...
The track boundaries must be marked by a raised boundary. What are the...
If there are 30 seconds or fewer left on the period clock and the...
If a Jammer is not on the track when a jam starting whistle blows,
What is the maximum amount of rostered skaters for a specific game?
A Derby team may lay the track using a high contrast track boundary...
The period begins when the designated official blows the first jam...
Halftime between periods MUST be:
A pivot is permitted to put on her helmet panty
Only rostered skaters and up to 4 support staff persons are allowed...
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