Softball Quiz

What year is considered the origin of softball?

• 1952

• 1934

• 1926

• 1887

Which of the following was NOT a name used for softball in its early years?

• Pumpkin ball

• Diamond ball

• Soccer ball

• Kitten ball

What is the distance from the pitcher's plate to home plate for men?

• 40 feet

• 46 feet

• 60 feet

• 50 feet

How many innings does a regulation softball game consist of?

• 8

• 7

• 6

• 5

What is the term for a legally pitched ball that does not cross the plate correctly?

• Balk

• Ball

• Wild Pitch

• Strike

Which position is referred to as the 'Hot Corner'?

• Short Stop

• Third Base

• Second Base

• First Base

What is the maximum length of a softball bat?

• 34 inches

• 32 inches

• 30 inches

• 36 inches

In what year did softball become an Olympic sport?

• 2000

• 1992

• 1996

• 1988

What is the primary action involved in pitching?

• Bunt

• Sidearm throw

• Underhand throw

• Overhand throw

What is the purpose of a sacrifice in softball?

• To score a run

• To strike out

• To get on base safely

• To advance a base-runner