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WorksheetsBasketball Basics for Young Players
Total questions: 10
Worksheet time: 5mins
What is the main object used to play basketball?
Soccer ball
Basketball
Tennis ball
Volleyball
Which part of your hand should you use to dribble a basketball?
Fingertips
Palm
Wrist
Elbow
How many points is a basket worth if it is made from inside the three-point line?
1 point
2 points
3 points
4 points
What is the name of the area where players shoot free throws?
Sideline
Free throw line
Baseline
Center circle
If you want to pass the ball to a teammate who is close to you, which type of pass is best to use?
Chest pass
Bounce pass
Overhead pass
Baseball pass
Why is it important to keep your eyes up while dribbling the basketball?
To watch your hands
To see your teammates and defenders
To look at the ball
To watch the coach
Which position on the basketball court usually brings the ball up and starts the play?
Center
Point guard
Forward
Shooting guard
If your team is losing by 2 points and there are only a few seconds left, what is a good strategy to try to win?
Pass the ball to the other team
Try to score a three-point shot
Stand still and wait
Dribble away from the basket
During a game, you notice your teammate is being guarded closely. What should you do to help your team?
Ignore your teammate
Move to an open space to receive a pass
Take the ball away from your teammate
Sit down on the court
You are playing defense and the player you are guarding is about to shoot. What is the best action to take?
Turn your back to the player
Jump and try to block the shot without fouling
Run away from the player
Sit on the bench
