Football Rules

What is it called when one team successfully carries the ball through their end zone to score 6 points? 

• touch down
• score
• extra points
• a basket

Name the position where the player is in charge catching a pass 

• offensive lineman
• defensive end
• center
• receiver

How many points is a safety worth?

• 2
• 3
• 6
• 7

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CCSS.2.OA.A.1

How many points are a field goal worth?

• 2
• 3
• 6
• 7

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CCSS.7.EE.B.3

How many players per team can be on the field at one time?

• 8
• 11
• 16
• 20

What is a quarterback (QB)?

• They are the key player in most of the passing plays. They get their name because they are split out "wide" (near the sidelines), farthest away from the rest of the team.
• They are a  member of the offensive backfield. Their role is  to receive handoffs for a rushing play, to catch passes from out of the backfield, and to block.
• They are members of the defensive team, and line up approximately three to five yards behind the line of scrimmage, behind the defensive linemen, and therefore "back up the line."
• They are members of the offensive team and line up directly behind the offensive line. This player is usually considered the leader of the offensive team, and is often responsible for calling the play in the huddle.

What is a running back (RB)?

• They are a  member of the offensive backfield. Their role is  to receive handoffs from the quarterback for a rushing play, to catch passes from out of the backfield, and to block.
• They are members of the offensive team and line up directly behind the offensive line. This player is usually considered the leader of the offensive team, and is often responsible for calling the play in the huddle.
• They are members of the defensive team, and line up approximately three to five yards behind the line of scrimmage, behind the defensive linemen, and therefore "back up the line."
• They are the key player in most of the passing plays. They get their name because they are split out "wide" (near the sidelines), farthest away from the rest of the team.

How many yards must you gain to get a first down?

• 5

• 10

• 15

• 25

When do you kick for an extra point?

• After a field goal

• At kickoff

• After a Touchdown

• On a 4th down

What is an interception?

• When the football is loose and not in the possession of a player; can be recovered and possessed by either team.
• When a defensive player from the opposing team catches a forward pass that has not touched the ground
• When the Quarterback is tackled behind the line of scrimmage
  
• When a defensive player makes contact with an offensive player, forcing him to go to the ground.