American Football Rules Quiz

What is the main objective of American football?

• To prevent the other team from scoring

• To score more points than the opponents

• To have the longest play time

• To have the most possession of the ball

How many players are on the field for each team during a game?

• 11 players

• 22 players

• 45 players

• 15 players

What is a touchdown worth in terms of points?

• 2 points

• 1 point

• 3 points

• 6 points

What happens if a team fails to move the ball 10 yards in 4 downs?

• The ball is turned over to the defensive team

• The team gets another chance

• The game is paused

• The team loses points

What is the length of an American football field?

• 80 yards

• 120 yards

• 60 yards

• 100 yards

What is the role of the quarterback?

• To run the attacking plays and throw the ball

• To defend against the opposing team

• To kick the ball

• To call defensive plays

What is a field goal worth?

• 1 point

• 6 points

• 3 points

• 2 points

What is the duration of a standard American football game?

• Three 20 minute periods

• One 60 minute half

• Two 30 minute halves

• Four 15 minute quarters

What is a safety in American football?

• When the game is paused for a review

• When a player is injured

• When the defensive team tackles an opponent in their own end zone

• When the ball is kicked out of bounds

What happens at the start of every American football game?

• A coin toss to decide which team receives the ball first

• A kickoff to the opposing team

• A penalty shootout

• A team huddle