True/False
Indicate whether the sentence or statement is true or false.
1.
The game of basketball originated in the United States.
2.
In college the game is played in two 25-minute halves.
3.
In high school, the game is played in four 8- minute quarters.
4.
A field goal is worth 3 points if the shot is made by a player whose
foot is touching the three-point line.
5.
An important fundamental in catching the ball is to keep the elbows
stiff.
6.
A double dribble is a violation that occurs when a player stops
dribbling and then start dribbling the basketball again.
7.
The bounce pass is generally used for long distance passing.
8.
The overhead pass is best utilized by tall players.
9.
It is quicker to use dribbling as a means to move the ball around the
court, rather than passing.
10.
The eyes should be focused on the ball while dribbling.
11.
The reverse dribble and crossover dribble are methods of changing
directions while dribbling.
12.
The free throw is the highest percentage shot in basketball.
13.
Backspin on the ball is desirable when shooting.
14.
A defensive player has a distinct advantage over the offensive player in
rebounding.
15.
For successful rebounding, get as far under the basket as possible.
16.
After securing a rebound, bring the ball down low to knee level to
protect it.
17.
The hands should always be kept high on defense, regardless of whether
you are playing a zone or player-to-player defense.
18.
The give-and-go is a great offensive maneuver against player-to-player
defense.
19.
It is best if the arc on a shot is high to increase its probability of
going in.
20.
Identical offensive strategies will work against either a zone or a
man-to-man defense.
21.
"Block out" is a term used in reference to securing a good rebound
position.
22.
Quick passing and outside shooting are keys to beating a zone defense.
23.
When shooting a lay-up with the right hand, a player should take-off the
floor with his/her right foot.
Multiple Choice
Identify the letter of the choice that best completes the statement
or answers the question.
24.
Which term describes a type of dribble?
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A.
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reverse
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B.
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backdoor
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C.
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denial
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D.
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jab
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25.
Which pass should be used to cover long distances?
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A.
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bounce
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B.
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chest
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C.
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one-hand overhead (baseball)
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D.
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overhead
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26.
A free throw scores
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A.
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one point
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B.
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two points
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C.
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three points
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27.
The chief advantage of the jump shot is
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A.
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it is one of the highest percentage shots in the game
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B.
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it has a high point of release
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C.
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it can be shot from farther out away from the basket than a set shot
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D.
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that the legs are not involved in generating power into the shot
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28.
Which of the following is a zone defense?
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A.
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1-4
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B.
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3-1-1
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C.
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1-1-3
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D.
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1-2-2
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29.
The basic principle behind _____ defense is for each player to guard one
opponent.
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A.
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player-to-player
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B.
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zone
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C.
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match-up
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30.
The basic rule for player-to-player defense is to
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A.
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stay in front of the opponent
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B.
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stay between the opponent and the goal
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C.
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stay three feet away from the opponent
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D.
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stay between the opponent, the ball and the goal
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31.
The correct finishing position for the chest and chest bounce pass is
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A.
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thumbs up, palms facing
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B.
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thumbs down, palms out
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C.
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thumbs together, palms down
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32.
From which position on the floor should the shot be banked off the
backboard?
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A.
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see the diagram
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B.
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see the diagram
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C.
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see the diagram
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D.
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see the diagram
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33.
Which factor determines the actual trajectory of a shot?
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A.
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velocity
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B.
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angle of release
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C.
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direction
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D.
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spin
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34.
What action should be evident in the followthrough of the chest pass?
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