Understanding Flag Football Basics

What is the primary objective of flag football?

• To tackle the opponent to the ground

• To remove the flag from the ball carrier

• To kick the ball into a goal

• To pass the ball backward

How many players are typically on the field for each team in a standard game of flag football?

• 5

• 7

• 9

• 11

In flag football, how is a touchdown scored?

• By kicking the ball through the goalposts

• By running or passing the ball into the opponent's end zone

• By tackling the quarterback

• By intercepting the ball

What is the value of a touchdown in flag football?

• 3 points

• 6 points

• 7 points

• 1 point

Which of the following is a safety rule in flag football?

• Players must wear helmets

• No physical contact is allowed

• Players must wear shoulder pads

• Tackling is encouraged

What is the purpose of the line of scrimmage in flag football?

• To mark the end zone

• To indicate where the play begins

• To separate the teams during a kickoff

• To mark the halfway point of the field

How many points is a safety worth in flag football?

• 1 point

• 2 points

• 3 points

• 6 points

What is the maximum number of downs a team has to advance the ball 10 yards in flag football?

• 2 downs

• 3 downs

• 4 downs

• 5 downs

Which of the following actions is illegal in flag football?

• Passing the ball forward

• Blocking with hands

• Removing the flag from the ball carrier

• Running with the ball

What is the penalty for flag guarding in flag football?

• Loss of down

• 5-yard penalty

• 10-yard penalty

• Turnover