Rules of Sports

What is the offside rule in football?

• Offside is only applicable if the player receives the ball in the penalty area.

• Offside is called when a player is behind the last defender when the ball is played to them.

• A player is in an offside position if they are closer to the opponent's goal line than the ball when the ball is played to them.

• A player is in an offside position if they are nearer to the opponent's goal line than both the ball and the second-to-last defender when the ball is played to them.

How many players are on the court for each team in basketball?

• 7

• 5

• 4

• 6

In volleyball, how many hits are allowed per side before the ball must go over the net?

• 6

• 3

• 5

• 4

What is the maximum number of overs in a One Day International cricket match?

• 50 overs

• 30 overs

• 40 overs

• 60 overs

In tennis, what is the term used when both players have won three points each in a game?

• Deuce

• Advantage

• Match point

• Equalize

In golf, what is the term for completing a hole in one stroke under par?

• Eagle

• Birdie

• Albatross

• Par

What is the duration of a standard football match including injury time?

• 60 minutes

• 90 minutes

• 45 minutes

• 120 minutes

What is the height of a basketball hoop from the ground?

• 12 feet

• 15 feet

• 10 feet

• 8 feet

How many players are on the court for each team in volleyball?

• 6

• 4

• 8

• 10

How many sets are played in a standard tennis match?

• 7 sets

• Either 3 or 5 sets, depending on the type of match

• Only 1 set

• Either 2 or 4 sets