Flag Football Introduction Quiz

According to legend, who picked up the ball and began running with it in 1823, changing the style of play in Rugby?

• William Webb Ellis

• John Rugby

• Thomas Football

• George Flag

What significant change was made to the ball used in Rugby after William Webb Ellis's action?

• The ball was made square

• An oval ball was introduced

• The ball was made heavier

• The ball was painted red

On what date did Rugby Public School put into effect 37 "laws of Football"?

• July 4th, 1845

• August 28th, 1845

• September 15th, 1823

• January 1st, 1850

Why was the oval ball introduced to the game of Rugby?

• It was easier to kick

• It was easier to carry than a round one

• It was more colorful

• It was less expensive to make

What was the likely original purpose of Touch and Flag Football?

• To create a new professional sport

• To practice the game without risking serious injury

• To make the game more expensive

• To introduce more rigid rules

How did Touch and Flag Football evolve over time?

• It became a game only for professionals

• It was banned in schools

• It became a sport that everyone could play without expensive gear and rigid rules

• It required more players than tackle football

Explain how the introduction of the oval ball and the 37 "laws of Football" might have contributed to the development of modern football games.

• They made the game more accessible and standardized, allowing for wider adoption and evolution into different forms.

• They made the game less popular.

• They increased the cost of playing football.

• They discouraged new players from joining.

What is a "blitz" in football?

• A play where the defensive team rushes more players than usual to try and sack the quarterback.

• A play where the offensive team throws the ball backward.

• A play where the ball is kicked through the goalposts.

• A play where the quarterback runs with the ball.

What is the main purpose of blocking in football?

• To prevent a defensive player from getting to the football carrier.

• To score a touchdown.

• To throw the football forward.

• To catch the football.

Where must the ball carrier enter to score a touchdown in football?

• End Zone

• Sideline

• Center Circle

• Penalty Box