Soccer Quiz

What is the main goal of soccer?

• To carry the ball

• To score by kicking the ball into the goal

• To run the farthest

• To hold the ball with hands

How many players are on a soccer team (on the field)?

• 6

• 9

• 11

• 15

Who is the only player allowed to use their hands?

• Forward

• Defender

• Goalkeeper

• Coach

What part of the foot should you use to pass the ball accurately?

• Heel

• Top of the foot

• Inside of the foot

• Toes

What happens if the ball goes out on the sideline?

• Corner kick

• Penalty kick

• Throw-in

• Goal

What is the role of a defender?

• Score goals

• Referee the game

• Stop the other team from scoring

• Keep the ball

What does a striker do?

• Defend the goal

• Pass backward

• Take throw-ins

• Score goals

What is the name of the area where the goalkeeper can use their hands?

• Goal zone

• Touchline

• Penalty area

• Kick-off circle

What do you call a player who runs down the sides and crosses the ball?

• Sweeper

• Winger

• Centre-back

• Goalkeeper

What does “dribbling” mean in soccer?

• Holding the ball

• Running without the ball

• Kicking the ball into the goal

• Moving the ball with small kicks