Understanding Soccer: Rules and Skills

What is the standard number of players on a soccer team, including the goalkeeper?

• 9

• 10

• 11

• 12

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DOK Level 1: Recall

Which part of the body is a soccer player not allowed to use to touch the ball, except for the goalkeeper?

• Head

• Chest

• Hands

• Feet

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DOK Level 1: Recall

What is the main goal of a soccer team during a match?

• To maintain ball control

• To score more goals than the opposing team

• To commit fewer fouls

• To earn more corner kicks

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DOK Level 1: Recall

Explain the offside rule in soccer.

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

• A player is offside if they are in their own half of the field when the ball is played to them.

• A player is offside if they are closer to their own goal line than the ball when the ball is played to them.

• A player is offside if they are in the opponent's penalty area when the ball is played to them.

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DOK Level 2: Skill/Concept

Describe the role of a midfielder in a soccer game.

• To primarily defend the goal

• To score goals

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

• To officiate the game

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DOK Level 2: Skill/Concept

What is the significance of a yellow card in soccer?

• It indicates a goal has been scored.

• It is a warning for unsporting behavior.

• It means a player is sent off the field.

• It signals the end of the game.

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DOK Level 1: Recall

How does a team earn a corner kick in soccer?

• When the ball crosses the goal line, last touched by a defender, without a goal being scored.

• When the ball crosses the goal line, last touched by an attacker, without a goal being scored.

• When the ball crosses the sideline.

• When a foul is committed inside the penalty area.

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DOK Level 2: Skill/Concept

Analyze the impact of a red card on a soccer team’s strategy.

• The team can continue with the same strategy.

• The team must play with one fewer player and often adopts a more defensive strategy.

• The team gains an extra player.

• The team must substitute the player immediately.

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DOK Level 3: Strategic Thinking

What is the purpose of the penalty area in soccer?

• It is where the game starts.

• It is the area where the goalkeeper can use their hands.

• It is the area where corner kicks are taken.

• It is the area where the team benches are located.

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DOK Level 1: Recall

Evaluate the effectiveness of a 4-4-2 formation in soccer.

• It is ineffective because it lacks midfield control.

• It is effective for balanced play with strong defense and attack.

• It is only effective for defensive play.

• It is only effective for offensive play.

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DOK Level 3: Strategic Thinking