Football Skills Quiz v3

What is the primary objective of the quarterback during a standard offensive play in American football?

• To block the opposing team's defenders

• To pass or hand off the ball to another player

• To score a touchdown directly

• To call out penalties

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In American football, what is the term used when a defensive player catches a ball that was meant to be caught by an offensive player?

• Interception

• Fumble

• Handoff

• Touchback

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Which of the following is a legal way to tackle an opponent in American football?

• Grabbing the opponent's face mask

• Tackling below the knees

• Wrapping arms around the opponent's waist and pulling them down

• Pushing the opponent from behind

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What is the role of a linebacker in American football?

• Primarily to catch long passes

• To kick field goals

• To defend against the run and pass

• To lead cheers from the sidelines

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How many points is a touchdown worth in American football?

• 3 points

• 6 points

• 1 point

• 2 points

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What is the term for the area at each end of the football field where players score touchdowns?

• End zone

• Sideline

• Midfield

• Bench area

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Which of the following describes a "safety" in American football scoring?

• When the ball carrier is tackled in their own end zone

• When a field goal is missed

• When a touchdown is scored

• When the ball is carried out of the sideline

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What does the term "down" refer to in American football?

• The end of the game

• A pause in play for a timeout

• An attempt to advance the ball

• The celebration after a touchdown

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In American football, what is required for a pass to be considered complete?

• The ball must touch the ground

• The receiver must catch the ball and have both feet inbounds

• The ball must be caught by any player on the field

• The quarterback must throw the ball over 20 yards

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What is the main responsibility of an offensive lineman in American football?

• To catch passes from the quarterback

• To run and score touchdowns

• To block and protect the quarterback

• To kick the football during field goals

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