Soccer Rules and Regulations Quiz

What is the correct course of action if a coach or bench personnel act irresponsibly?

• Ignore the behavior

• Immediately send them off

• Warn, then caution, and finally send off if necessary

• Stop the match entirely

What must parents do according to the guidelines if they act irresponsibly?

• Apologize to the referee

• Leave the field if requested by the referee

• Provide a written explanation after the game

• Nothing, as there are no consequences

What is the “30-30 Rule” in reference to?

• Substitution breaks

• Time delays due to injuries

• Lightning and thunder safety procedures

• Duration of timeouts

According to the “30-30 Rule”, how long should the game be stopped if lightning is seen and thunder is heard within 30 seconds?

• 15 minutes

• 20 minutes

• 30 minutes

• 45 minutes

Which foul involves the use of hands against an opponent?

• Tripping

• Holding

• Kicking

• Jumping

What kind of foul is committed when a player spits at someone?

• Direct free kick

• Indirect free kick

• Red card offense

• Verbal warning

What is a correct restart of play after witnessing lightning according to the "30-30 Rule"?

• Immediate restart

• Restart after 30 minutes, if no further lightning

• Abandon the game

• Wait until the next day

In the event of a lightning sighting, the referee must:

• Continue the game until the half

• Abandon the game immediately

• Stop the game and follow the "30-30 Rule"

• Take a vote from the coaches

If a coach has already been warned for irresponsible behavior, what is the next step according to the guidelines?

• Caution

• Send off

• Formal apology

• End the game

For which of these fouls is a direct free kick awarded?

• Handling

• Jumping

• Tripping

• All of the above