Pesäpallo Rules and Strategies Quiz

What is the primary goal of Pesäpallo?

• To run in a straight line

• To score more runs than the opposing team

• To catch the ball in the air

• To hit the ball as far as possible

How is the field of play in Pesäpallo described?

• Circular and wide

• Square and compact

• Long and narrow

• Triangular and steep

What happens if a batter hits a foul ball on the third strike?

• The batter scores a run

• The batter is automatically out

• The batter gets another chance

• The batter walks to first base

What is the role of the defending team in Pesäpallo?

• To pitch the ball

• To hit home runs

• To score runs

• To remove batters from the line-up

How does the defending team get a player out?

• By catching the ball in the air

• By throwing the ball to the base before the runner arrives

• By hitting the runner with the ball

• By making the runner miss a pitch

What is a 'joker' in Pesäpallo?

• An additional player in the batting line-up

• A defensive strategy

• A special pitch

• A player who can play any position

How many periods are played in a standard Pesäpallo game?

• Four periods of one inning each

• One period of eight innings

• Three periods of two innings each

• Two periods of four innings each

What is a home run in Pesäpallo?

• Catching the ball in the air

• Scoring three runs in one play

• Running to third base after a legal hit

• Hitting the ball out of the park

What is the strategy for the batting team in Pesäpallo?

• Always aim for a home run

• Hit the ball where it is difficult for the defenders to get players out

• Hit the ball as far as possible

• Focus on hitting foul balls

What should you keep in mind when learning Pesäpallo?

• It is exactly like American Baseball

• It is a completely different sport from American Baseball

• It is a mix of cricket and baseball

• It is only played in Finland