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Throwing and Catching Skills Quiz

Total questions: 15

Worksheet time: 8mins

Name
Class
Date
1.

What is the name of the throw where you swing your arm from below your waist?

a)

Overhand throw

b)

Underhand throw

c)

Sidearm throw

2.

Which type of throw is typically used to throw a ball a long distance?

a)

Underhand throw

b)

Overhand throw

c)

Bounce pass

3.

When catching a ball, what should you do with your hands?

a)

Keep them closed

b)

Keep them open and ready

c)

Put them in your pockets

4.

Why is it important to watch the ball when catching?

a)

To see where it lands

b)

To make sure it doesn't hit someone else

c)

To ensure you catch it properly

5.

Which body position helps in making an accurate throw?

a)

Standing on one foot

b)

Facing sideways to the target

c)

Sitting down

6.

What should you do to improve your throwing accuracy?

a)

Throw with your eyes closed

b)

Aim at a target

c)

Throw as hard as you can

7.

What is a safe way to throw a ball in a group setting?

a)

Throw without looking

b)

Make sure no one is in the way

c)

Throw as fast as possible

8.

How can you ensure safety while catching a ball?

a)

Close your eyes

b)

Keep your eyes on the ball

c)

Turn your back to the ball

9.

What should you do with your feet to help with throwing accuracy?

a)

Keep them together

b)

Step forward with the opposite foot to your throwing hand

c)

Jump up and down

10.

Why is it important to use the correct body positioning when throwing?

a)

To look cool

b)

To throw the ball accurately and safely

c)

To confuse the other players

11.

Which part of your hand should you use to catch a ball safely?

a)

Your fingertips

b)

Your palms

c)

Your elbows

12.

What should you do before throwing a ball to a teammate?

a)

Check if they are ready

b)

Throw as hard as possible

c)

Look away while throwing

13.

What should you do after catching a ball to keep control?

a)

Drop it immediately

b)

Hold it tightly with both hands

c)

Throw it behind you

14.

Which throw is best for passing a ball to someone nearby?

a)

Underhand throw

b)

Overhand throw

c)

Kick the ball

15.

What is important to remember when aiming a throw at a target?

a)

Look at the target before throwing

b)

Spin around before you throw

c)

Close your eyes and hope for the best