Baseball Rules Worksheet

What does being 'in the hole' signify in baseball?

• The player is in the dugout

• The player is two spots away from batting

• The player is next to bat

• The player is currently batting

What signifies that a batter is 'on deck'?

• The player is next in line to bat

• The player is two spots away from batting

• The player is in the dugout

• The player is batting

How far from home plate is the batter's box typically located?

• Four feet

• Six inches

• Six feet

• Three inches

What is the standard width of a batter's box?

• Three feet

• Four feet

• Five feet

• Six feet

What is the consequence if a batter's foot steps outside the batter's box during a hit?

• The hit is considered a home run

• The player is awarded first base

• The hit is considered a foul

• The player is out

When is a batter not allowed to call for time?

• Before stepping into the batter's box

• After the pitcher has started their motion

• Before the pitcher starts their motion

• While adjusting their helmet

What happens if a batter swings at a pitch, regardless of the ball's location?

• It's a ball

• It's a strike

• It's a foul

• It's a home run

What determines a checked swing?

• The catcher's opinion

• The pitcher's reaction

• The batter's intention

• The umpire's decision

Is a batter required to run to first base after hitting the ball?

• Only if it's a home run

• No, it's the batter's choice

• Yes, always

• Only if the umpire signals

What must a batter do before running to first base after hitting the ball?

• Signal to the umpire

• Shake hands with the pitcher

• Drop the bat

• Put on a helmet