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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A.
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the wrists are fully extended
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B.
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the palms of the hands are facing each other
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C.
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the thumbs are pointing downward
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D.
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the knees are bent
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E.
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both B and C
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35.
What is the most common error in receiving a pass?
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A.
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standing too far from the passer
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B.
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standing still to wait for the pass
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C.
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failing to receive the pass
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D.
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moving too fast to control the pass
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36.
Which part of the body is the least important in dribbling?
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A.
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the wrist
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B.
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the fingers
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C.
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the forearm
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D.
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the palm
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37.
Which of the following is not an error in dribbling technique?
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A.
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slapping the ball with the palm
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B.
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watching the ball
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C.
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using a high vertical bounce
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D.
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pushing the ball with a firm forearm
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38.
Which dribble is the most advanced?
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A.
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change-of-pace dribble
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B.
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crossover dribble
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C.
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speed dribble
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D.
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reverse dribble
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39.
Which dribble should be used when closely guarded?
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A.
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crossover
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B.
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reverse
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C.
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control
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D.
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backward
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40.
What is the basic footwork used to play defense?
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A.
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hopping step
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B.
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sliding step
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C.
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crossover
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D.
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backward step
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41.
What is the best weight location for stopping and changing directions?
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A.
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the weight is low and back
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B.
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the weight is high and forward
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C.
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the weight is toward the right side
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D.
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the weight is toward the left side
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42.
Why is a parallel jump stop be more advantageous than a stride stop?
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A.
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the player can stop faster
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B.
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the player can use either foot as the pivot foot
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C.
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the player can have better balance
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D.
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the player can use only the left foot for pivoting
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43.
Which diagram shows the most efficient path to the basket off the high
post player?
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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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44.
The offensive team has a 3-on2 fast break. Which defensive
formation is the most appropriate to defend against the break?
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A.
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see diagram
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B.
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see diagram
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C.
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see diagram
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D.
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see diagram
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45.
Player A is cutting to the basket and runs into Player B who has
established defensive position. What is the official's correct decision?
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A.
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blocking on Player A
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B.
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blocking on Player B
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C.
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charging on Player A
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D.
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charging on Player B
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Completion
Complete each sentence or statement.
46.
When shooting a lay-up with the right hand, a player should take-off the
floor with his/her ________ foot.
47.
A player holding the ball is allowed to step in any direction with one
foot while keeping the other foot, called the _______ foot, at its
point of contact with the floor.
48.
The most commonly used pass in basketball is the _____ pass.
Short Answer
49.
Give three advantages of zone defense.
50.
Explain the difference in executing a high-speed and a low-control
dribble.
51.
What are the two targets of aim in shooting a basketball?
52.
How does the defensive position differ between a player defending a
dribbler that is dribbling, versus a player defending a dribbler who has
stopped dribbling?
53.
List three key points to emphasize when teaching students to shoot a
basketball. (Do not repeat a previous answer or question element.)
54.
List two key points to emphasize when teaching students to dribble a
basketball. (Do not repeat a previous answer or question element.)
55.
What is a V-cut and how is it used?
