Soccer IQ Quiz Lesson 2

What does "playing from a spot" mean in soccer?

• Running with the ball

• Passing from the spot that you receive the ball

• Dribbling past defenders and stopping to pass

• Defending a specific area maintaining spacing

In the example given, how far is the closest opponent from the player with the ball if they killed the ball at the spot received?

• 5 yards

• 10 yards

• 12 yards

• 15 yards

What happens when the player takes her first touch forward four yards?

• The cushion increases

• The defender closes ground and tackles her

• The ball is passed to a teammate

• The player scores a banger

Why is it important to keep the ball close to you when playing from a spot?

• To make it easier for the opponent to make a tackle

• To force the opponent to think about an immediate play forward

• To take a longer touch

• To pass the ball backward

What is the primary consideration for the defender when the player kills the ball and sets her body to play forward?

• Scoring a goal

• Blocking the forward pass

• Tackling the ball

• Running with the ball

What does the author find amazing about how many soccer players play the game?

• They pass the ball too much

• They dribble with the ball like NFL running backs

• They shoot from distance like a basketball player

• They never dribble the ball like a volleyball player

What should a player do instead of taking a lengthy first touch toward the opponent?

• Pass the ball immediately

• Dribble past the opponent

• Keep the ball close and use a passing option

• Shoot from a distance

What does the author suggest is the player's job when receiving the ball at midfield?

• To score a goal

• To make a good decision and execute technique under minimum pressure

• To dribble with the ball forward

• To pass the ball backward

What does the author criticize players for doing, before they have control of the ball?

• Passing the ball

• Shooting at the goal

• Running the ball down the field, bouncing it off every body part

• Defending the opponent

What is the effect of receiving the ball close and setting your body to play the ball forward?

• It makes it easier for the opponent to tackle

• It freezes the defender and gives you more time

• It increases the distance to the goal

• It makes the ball bounce unpredictably