Deck 26: Soccer

Question 1

Which of the following is NOT an instructional cue for dribbling?

A) Keep the ball near the body so it can be controlled.
B) Move on the balls of the feet.
C) Keep the head down and eyes focused on the ball at contact.
D) Contact the ball with a controlled tap.
E) Keep the head up in order to see the field.

Answer 1

Keep the head down and eyes focused on the ball at contact.

Question 2

The power pass in soccer is the

A) inside-of-the-foot pass.
B) outside-of-the-foot pass.
C) short pass.
D) long pass.
E) toe pass

Answer 2

long pass.

Question 3

The most common method of control in soccer is

A) inside-of-the-foot trap.
B) heel-toe trap.
C) sole-of-the-foot trap.
D) chest and thigh traps.
E) outside-of-the-foot trap.

Answer 3

inside-of-the-foot trap.

Question 4

Which of the following is NOT a rule for the throw-in?

A) Both hands must be on the ball.
B) Both feet must be touching the sideline throughout the throwing motion.
C) Both feet must remain in contact with the ground until the ball is released.
D) The thrower cannot play the ball until another player on the field has touched it.
E) The thrower must face the field.

Question 5

One of the best measures of a skilled player is how

A) well they dribble the ball.
B) hard and accurately they shoot the ball.
C) quickly they can bring the ball under control.
D) well they can jockey the ball.
E) how well they can mark their opponent.

Question 6

The shoelace kick is

A) also known as the push pass.
B) used to control or stop the ball with the foot so it can be kicked.
C) used primarily for short passes (under 3 metres).
D) used for kicking distance (also called the long pass).
E) also known as the flick pass.

Question 7

A flick pass is

A) also known as the outside-of-the foot pass.
B) also called the sole-of-the foot pass.
C) an offensive power move in soccer.
D) also known as the shoelace kick.
E) also known as the inside-of-the foot pass.

Question 8

Which of the following is NOT an instructional cue for passing?

A) Place nonkicking foot alongside the ball.
B) Spread the arms for balance.
C) Make contact with the outside or inside of the foot rather than the toe.
D) Make contact with the toe for maximum distance and control.
E) Follow through with kicking foot in direction of the ball.

Question 9

Trapping

A) means not allowing an offensive player to bring the ball over the centre line.
B) means bringing the ball under control with the feet, legs, or torso.
C) is a maneuver used to move an offensive player away from the goal.
D) involves three defensive players surrounding the offensive player who has possession of the ball.
E) is a maneuver used to push an offensive player toward the sideline.

Question 10

The front block

A) involves contacting the ball with inside of foot just as the opponent touches it.
B) is also known as trapping, and is the most common trap in soccer.
C) involves contacting the ball with inside of foot, just as the opponent moves her or his foot a way.
D) is also known as jockeying.
E) should be introduced at Developmental Level I.

Question 11

Jockeying means

A) bouncing the ball continuously from knee to ankle.
B) backing off an opponent while staying close enough to apply pressure.
C) marking an opponent as closely as possible.
D) hitting the ball off the chest directly to the knee.
E) breaking a tackle.

Question 12

For catching balls above the waist, a goaltender's

A) thumbs should be turned inward, and arms reach to meet the ball and guide it to the midsection.
B) thumbs should be bent in the palm to make a fist and knock the ball over the crossbar.
C) thumbs should be turned outward on contact so ball can be directed away from the goal.
D) torso must always face the shooter.
E) fingers are pointing toward the ground, using her body as a backstop.

Question 13

Chest and thigh traps

A) are used exclusively by goal tenders.
B) are the most common methods of gaining control of the ball.
C) should be taught as early as possible when introducing soccer skills.
D) are used to deflect the ball downward when it is bouncing high.
E) are recommended alternatives to jockeying.

Question 14

In a regulation soccer game, s

A) direct kick is awarded for an offside.
B) goal can be scored from a direct kick.
C) penalty kick is awarded for an obstruction.
D) direct kick is called by the goal tender.
E) penalty kick may be taken from any position on the field.

Question 15

Soccer Touch Ball

A) emphasizes offensive positioning.
B) allows all players the opportunity to be in the goalie position.
C) emphasizes kicking and controlling.
D) emphasizes jockeying and tackling.
E) is a Developmental Level III game.

Question 16

Slide tackling

A) is also known as jockeying the ball.
B) is preferable to heading the ball.
C) is similar to the jab step in basketball and poke check in hockey.
D) is not recommended for elementary school students.
E) should be introduced at Developmental Level II, so students have maximum opportunity to practice.

Question 17

The grid system

A) is an efficient and effective way to organize practice activities and small sided games.
B) is not recommended for elementary school students.
C) is conceptually similar to a zone defense used in basketball.
D) is the most common offensive team formation for beginners.
E) should only be used at Developmental Level III.

Question 18

In regulation soccer, a player who is tripped by another player

A) is awarded and indirect free kick.
B) must signal the referee.
C) is awarded a throw-in from the sideline closest to the infraction.
D) is awarded a direct free kick.
E) is encouraged to retaliate.

Question 19

In regulation soccer, if a goal tender takes more than four steps while holding the soccer ball,

A) the opposing team is awarded an indirect free kick.
B) the opposing team is awarded a throw-in from the sideline closest to the infraction.
C) the referee decides if it was an intentional foul.
D) the opposing team is awarded a direct free kick.
E) the opposing team is awarded an indirect corner kick.

Question 20

Over the Top

A) focuses primarily on passing and shooting.
B) emphasizes offensive team positioning.
C) emphasizes dribbling, individual ball control, and tackling.
D) focuses on passing and trapping.
E) emphasizes offensive team positioning

Question 21

Identify and describe the instructional cues for dribbling.

Question 22

Identify and describe the instructional cues for the long pass (shoelace kick).

Question 23

Identify and describe the general instructional cues for passing.

Question 24

List the rules that govern throw-ins.

Question 25

Briefly describe the purpose of jockeying.

Question 26

Briefly describe the purpose of the grid system.

Question 27

Identify and describe the general instructional cues for trapping.

Question 28

Briefly describe the rules and procedures associated with a direct free kick.

Question 29

Briefly describe the purpose of the front block.

Question 30

List the recommended major defensive tactics introduced at Developmental Level II and III.

Question 31

Match the following skills with the most suitable description.

-used for the purpose of scoring

A) trapping
B) dribbling
C) heading
D) throw-in
E) shooting

Question 32

Match the following skills with the most suitable description.

-a special type of volleying

A) trapping
B) dribbling
C) heading
D) throw-in
E) shooting

Question 33

Match the following skills with the most suitable description.

-moving the ball with a series of taps

A) trapping
B) dribbling
C) heading
D) throw-in
E) shooting

Question 34

Match the following skills with the most suitable description.

-a way to move the ball into play

A) trapping
B) dribbling
C) heading
D) throw-in
E) shooting

Question 35

Match the following skills with the most suitable description.

-receiving the ball

A) trapping
B) dribbling
C) heading
D) throw-in
E) shooting

Question 36

Explain the purpose of the grid system for practice organization. Discuss how to use this system for a variety of different lesson activities.

Question 37

A No. 4 sized soccer ball is recommended for elementary school children.

Question 38

The 11-person regulation game is suitable for elementary school children.

Question 39

The best contact point for dribbling is the outside of the foot.

Question 40

The long pass or the power pass is best executed using the toes for contact.

Question 41

When dribbling, the best contact point is the inside of the foot.

Question 42

For beginners, sole-of-foot trapping is a more successful method for stopping the ball than the inside-of-the-foot control.

Question 43

Inside-of-the foot pass is also known as the flick pass.

Question 44

To lift the ball, contact is made above the middle of the ball.

Question 45

For a thigh trap, the ball is contacted with the inside of the thigh.

Question 46

When heading the ball, the point of contact is the top of the forehead at the hairline.

Question 47

When performing a long pass, the non-kicking foot is placed to the side and slightly behind the ball.

Question 48

For efficient control, a large surface should be presented to the ball.

Question 49

The most common tackle is the side block.

Question 50

A punt must always be performed from a stationary position.