What is the primary purpose of pitcher signs in baseball?
Pitching Glove Signs: Do You Know Them All?

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1.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
To entertain the audience
To practice hand-eye coordination
To signal the type of pitch to the catcher
To confuse the opposing team
2.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
How does a pitcher signal a fastball to the catcher?
Hold the glove out and flick up
Pour the glove down
Hold the glove out and move it in a circle
Tap the glove twice
3.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Which sign is used for a curveball?
Tap the glove twice
Pour the glove down
Hold the glove out and flick up
Hold the glove out and move it side to side
4.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Why does Coach Dan not recommend developing a knuckleball for a career?
It requires special equipment
It's illegal in most leagues
It's not a serious pitch for professional play
It's too difficult to master
5.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
When should a pitcher use a specific sign for a sinker?
When the catcher requests it
When the sinker is thrown at a slow speed
When the pitcher is unsure of the pitch
When the sinker has a lot of movement
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