Softball Quiz

Who throws the ball to the batter?

• Catcher

• Pitcher

• Runner

• Umpire

How many players are usually on the field for one team in softball?

• 6

• 7

• 8

• 9

What do you call it when the batter swings and misses the ball?

• Foul

• Strike

• Walk

• Run

Which base can a runner run past without being tagged out?

• First base

• Second base

• Third base

• Home plate only

Which equipment is used to protect the batter’s head?

• Glove

• Helmet

• Cap

• Visor

What is the shape of the softball playing area?

• Circle

• Square

• Diamond

• Rectangle

A run is scored when a player:

• Hits a home run only

• Touches all bases and home plate

• Hits the ball over the fence

• Gets to first base safely

What do you call a ball hit outside the foul lines?

• Foul ball

• Strike

• Walk

• Fair ball

Which player covers the most ground in the outfield?

• Right fielder

• Center fielder

• Left fielder

• First baseman

What is the main job of the catcher?

• Hit the ball

• Catch pitches

• Call timeouts

• Score runs