Soccer Basics Quiz

What is the standard duration of a professional soccer match, excluding any added injury time or extra time?

• 60 minutes

• 90 minutes

• 120 minutes

• 45 minutes

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Which position is primarily responsible for defending against the opposing team's forwards?

• Forward

• Midfielder

• Goalkeeper

• Defender

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Which piece of equipment is mandatory for all soccer players to wear during a match?

• Helmet

• Shin guards

• Gloves

• Elbow pads

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How many points is a goal worth in soccer?

• 1 point

• 2 points

• 3 points

• 4 points

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What is the term used when a player is in an offside position and becomes involved in active play?

• Offside trap

• Offside infraction

• Offside penalty

• Offside offense

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Which of the following actions is considered a foul in soccer?

• Dribbling the ball

• Passing the ball

• Tripping an opponent

• Taking a throw-in

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What is the primary role of a midfielder in soccer?

• To score goals

• To defend the goal

• To control the flow of the game and link defense and attack

• To officiate the match

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Which of the following is NOT a standard piece of equipment for a soccer player?

• Soccer ball

• Cleats

• Tennis racket

• Jersey

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What happens if a player receives a red card during a match?

• The player is given a warning

• The player is sent off the field and cannot be replaced

• The player is substituted

• The player is given a free kick

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In soccer, what is the term used when a player scores three goals in a single match?

• Double

• Hat-trick

• Triple

• Quadruple

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