Soccer Quiz

Each goal is worth

• 1 pt

• 2 pts

• 6 pts

• 10 pts

In an official game, there are ___ players on the field for each team.

• 6 (5 plus a goalie)

• 8 (7 plus a goalie)

• 10 (9 plus a goalie)

• 11 (10 plus a goalie)

A ‘hand ball’ is called anytime a player other than the goalie contacts the ball…

• with their hands only.

• anywhere from their hands to their elbows.

• anywhere from their hands to their shoulders.

• anywhere above their waist.

When the ball is kicked out of bounds on the sideline by the defensive team

• the offensive team will get a throw in.

• the defensive team will get a throw in.

• the offensive team will get a free kick.

• the defensive team will get a free kick.

Which of the following is NOT a foul in soccer?

• Tripping

• Pressuring the person with the ball

• Holding

• Shoving

A corner kick would result if…

• The ball is knocked out of bounds on the sideline by the defensive team.

• The ball is knocked out of bounds on the endline by the defensive team.

• The ball is knocked out of bounds on the endline by the offensive team.

• The ball is knocked out of bounds on the sideline by the offensive team.

What is the main difference between a Direct Free Kick and an Indirect Free Kick?

• A Direct Free Kick can be taken directly at the goal, while an Indirect Free Kick must touch another player before a goal can be scored.

• A Direct Free Kick is awarded for minor fouls, while an Indirect Free Kick is awarded for major fouls.

• A Direct Free Kick is taken from the penalty spot, while an Indirect Free Kick is taken from the center circle.

• A Direct Free Kick requires the ball to be stationary, while an Indirect Free Kick can be taken while the ball is moving.

Which of the following is NOT a rule while performing a throw-in?

• Must throw the ball forwards

• Must throw the ball with two hands

• Must have both feet on the ground while throwing

• Must throw the ball overhead

How long is a standard soccer match?

• Two 30 min halves.

• Four 15 min quarters.

• Four 20 min quarters.

• Two 45 min halves.

Select the correct skill cues for shooting.

• Ball should strike your shoe laces

• Follow-through

• Top Spin

• Use your Toes