American Football Basics

The video tutorial explains the basics of American football, including its rules, gameplay, and scoring methods. It covers the structure of the game, such as the number of players, the objective, and how the ball is advanced. The tutorial also details the timing of the game, field dimensions, and how the game starts with a coin toss and kickoff. Scoring methods like touchdowns, field goals, and safeties are explained, along with how to win the game and what happens in the event of a tie.

What is the main objective of American football?

• To have the longest possession time

• To keep possession of the ball

• To prevent the other team from scoring

• To score more points than the opposing team

How many players are on each team in American football?

• 11

• 9

• 12

• 10

How is the game time structured in American football?

• Two halves of 45 minutes each

• Four quarters of 15 minutes each

• Two halves of 30 minutes each

• Three periods of 20 minutes each

What is the length of an American football field?

• 80 yards

• 90 yards

• 100 yards

• 110 yards

What determines which team receives the ball at the start of the game?

• The home team's choice

• The referee's decision

• A coin toss

• The visiting team's choice

What is a touchdown in American football?

• Kicking the ball through the uprights

• Crossing the opponent's goal line with the ball

• Passing the ball to a teammate in the end zone

• Tackling the opponent in their end zone

When is a field goal usually attempted?

• On the third down

• On the second down

• On the first down

• On the fourth down

How many points is a safety worth?

• 4 points

• 3 points

• 2 points

• 1 point

What happens if the game is tied at the end of regulation time?

• An additional quarter is played

• A penalty shootout occurs

• The game ends in a draw

• The team with the most possession wins

How can a team earn an extra point after a touchdown?

• By passing the ball to a teammate in the end zone

• By tackling the opponent in their end zone

• By kicking the ball through the uprights

• By running the ball into the end zone again