Handball Referee Test - Practice Your Rule Knowledge
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Based on the 2010 Edition of the Rule Book Many questions have more than one correct answer!
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1. What measurements do the rules lay down for the playing court?
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A) 40 x 20 meters
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B) 42 x 20 meters
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C) 38 x 18 meters
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D) Length between 38 and 42, width between 18 and 22 meters.
Correct Answer
A. A) 40 x 20 metersExplanation
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2. What are the required interior measurements of the goal?
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A) 1.92 x 2.92 meters
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B) 2.00 x 3.00 meters
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C) 2.05 x 3.05 meters
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D) 2.08 x 3.08 meters
Correct Answer
B. B) 2.00 x 3.00 metersExplanation
The required interior measurements of the goal are 2.00 x 3.00 meters.Rate this question:
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3. While taking a goalkeeper-throw, goalkeeper A touches his goal-area line with one foot. Correct decision?
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A) Repeat the goalkeeper-throw after whistle signal
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B) Free-throw for team B
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C) Let the game continue without interruption
Correct Answer
C. C) Let the game continue without interruptionExplanation
When taking a goalkeeper-throw, it is not considered a violation if the goalkeeper touches the goal-area line with one foot. Therefore, the correct decision is to let the game continue without interruption.Rate this question:
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4. The ball lies on the goal area line. Attacker A7 picks it up and tries to score. A7 has a clear chance of scoring, when he is illegally attacked. Correct decision?
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A) Free-throw for team B
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B) Free-throw for team A
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C) 7-meter throw for team A
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D) Goalkeeper-throw for team B
Correct Answer
D. D) Goalkeeper-throw for team BExplanation
In this scenario, the ball is on the goal area line and Attacker A7 is illegally attacked while trying to score. According to the rules, if an attacking player is illegally attacked in the goal area, the correct decision is to award a goalkeeper-throw for the defending team, which in this case is team B. Therefore, the correct answer is d) Goalkeeper-throw for team B.Rate this question:
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5. After the whistle for the execution of a 7-m-throw, goalkeeper A steps on the goalkeeper restraining line with one foot. The 7-m-throw goes over the crossbar. Correct decision?
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A) Repeat the 7-meter throw after whistle signal
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B) Since there is no goal, the game continues with a goalkeeper-throw
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C) The position of the goalkeeper is correct
Correct Answer(s)
B. B) Since there is no goal, the game continues with a goalkeeper-throw
C. C) The position of the goalkeeper is correctExplanation
The correct decision is b) Since there is no goal, the game continues with a goalkeeper-throw. This is because the goalkeeper stepped on the goalkeeper restraining line with one foot, which is considered a violation. As a result, the throw does not count as a goal and the game continues with a goalkeeper-throw. Additionally, option c) The position of the goalkeeper is correct is also correct because there is no mention of the goalkeeper being in an incorrect position in the question.Rate this question:
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6. How wide must the goal line be between the goal posts?
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A) 5 cm
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B) 6 cm
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C) 8 cm
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D) 10 cm
Correct Answer
C. C) 8 cmExplanation
The goal line must be 8 cm wide between the goal posts.Rate this question:
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7. Shortly before the end of the match B2 receives the ball at the goal-area line of the opponents, tries to score but is prevented by a foul. Before the ball leaves B2's hand the final whistle is blown. Correct decision?
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A) End of match
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B) Free-throw for team B
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C) 7-meter throw for team B
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D) End of match, note in the match report
Correct Answer
C. C) 7-meter throw for team BExplanation
In handball, a 7-meter throw is awarded when a player is fouled while attempting to score a goal. In this scenario, B2 receives the ball at the goal-area line and is fouled before being able to shoot. Since the final whistle is blown before the ball leaves B2's hand, the correct decision is to award a 7-meter throw to team B. This allows them an opportunity to score a goal from a penalty shot.Rate this question:
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8. Shortly before the end of the 1st half, a 7-m-throw for team A has yet to be executed. The 7-m-throw of A9 hits the crossbar, then the back of the goalkeeper who is standing approx. 3m in front of his goal, and then enters the goal of B. The signal of the timekeeper was given at the moment when the ball was flying from the crossbar to the goalkeeper's back. What is the right decision?
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A) Goal
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B) Repetition of the 7-m-throw
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C) Half-time break; no further decision
Correct Answer
B. B) Repetition of the 7-m-throwExplanation
The correct decision is to repeat the 7-m-throw. According to the given information, the ball hit the crossbar and then the back of the goalkeeper before entering the goal. This means that the goalkeeper made a save, which should result in a repetition of the 7-m-throw.Rate this question:
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9. After the end of the playing time, a 7-meter throw is still to be executed. The referees wait for the immediate result of the throw. Which referee should then end the game?
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A) The first-named referee
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B) One of the two referees
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C) The court referee
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D) The goal-line referee
Correct Answer
B. B) One of the two refereesExplanation
After the end of the playing time, a 7-meter throw is still to be executed. Since the referees are waiting for the immediate result of the throw, it implies that the game is not officially over yet. In this situation, both referees should be involved in making the final decision. Therefore, the correct answer is b) One of the two referees.Rate this question:
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10. When does the match begin?
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A) When the first-named referee whistles
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B) When the ball leaves the thrower's hand
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C) When the timekeeper starts the stopwatch or the official clock
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D) After the whistle for the throw-off is blown by the court referee
Correct Answer
D. D) After the whistle for the throw-off is blown by the court refereeExplanation
The correct answer is d) After the whistle for the throw-off is blown by the court referee. This is because in sports such as handball, the match officially begins with a throw-off. The throw-off is initiated by the court referee blowing the whistle, indicating that the game is starting. Therefore, the match begins after this specific action takes place.Rate this question:
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11. For a shoot-out through 7-meter throws, who decides which goal should be used?
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A) The team that wins the coin toss
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b) The team that loses the coin toss
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C) The referees
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D) The first-named referee
Correct Answer
C. C) The refereesExplanation
The referees decide which goal should be used for a shoot-out through 7-meter throws. This decision is not based on the coin toss or the first-named referee.Rate this question:
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12. The goalkeeper deflects a shot and the ball rolls over the goal line outside the goal. The automatic final signal sounds immediately thereafter. The referees realize that the match has ended five minutes early. As the players are still on the court, the game is resumed by:
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A) Goalkeeper-throw
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B) Free-throw
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C) Without whistle signal
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D) After whistle signal
Correct Answer(s)
A. A) Goalkeeper-throw
D. D) After whistle signalExplanation
The game is resumed by a goalkeeper-throw because the goalkeeper deflected the shot and the ball went out of bounds. A goalkeeper-throw is used to restart the game when the ball goes out of bounds over the goal line. Additionally, the game is resumed after the whistle signal because the automatic final signal sounded immediately after the ball went out of bounds.Rate this question:
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15. How many colours is the ball allowed to have?
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A) 1
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B) 2
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C) 3
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D) Unlimited
Correct Answer
D. D) UnlimitedExplanation
The ball is allowed to have an unlimited number of colors.Rate this question:
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16. Which one of these four balls must the referees select for a men's game?
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A) Circumference 57cm, weight 450g
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B) Circumference 58cm, weight 400g
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C) Circumference 59cm, weight 425g
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D) Circumference 60cm, weight 500g
Correct Answer
C. C) Circumference 59cm, weight 425gExplanation
The referees must select ball c) with a circumference of 59cm and weight of 425g because it falls within the standard range for a men's game. The circumference of a men's basketball should be between 75cm and 78cm, and the weight should be between 600g and 650g. Ball c) meets these criteria and is therefore the correct choice.Rate this question:
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17. Which of the following four balls must the referees choose for a women's match?
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A) Circumference 53cm, weight 350g
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B) Circumference 54cm, weight 300g
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C) Circumference 55cm, weight 425g
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D) Circumference 56cm, weight 375g
Correct Answer
D. D) Circumference 56cm, weight 375gExplanation
The referees must choose the ball with a circumference of 56cm and a weight of 375g for a women's match. This is because the question is asking for the ball that is suitable for a women's match, and this particular ball meets the required specifications. The circumference and weight of the ball are important factors in determining the suitability for use in a women's match.Rate this question:
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18. Shortly before the beginning of the game A11 is severely injured in a way that he is unable to play. Correct decision?
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A) A11 cannot be replaced.
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B) A11 can be replaced if the opponents accept this.
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C) A11 can be replaced; his substitute can wear number 11 and must be entered in the match report.
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D) A11 may be replaced, but his substitute cannot wear number 11.
Correct Answer
C. C) A11 can be replaced; his substitute can wear number 11 and must be entered in the match report.Explanation
The correct decision is option c) A11 can be replaced; his substitute can wear number 11 and must be entered in the match report. This means that in the event of A11 being severely injured and unable to play, he can be substituted by another player who will wear the number 11 jersey. The substitution must be recorded in the match report to ensure that it is a valid change.Rate this question:
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19. Team B appears with 5 court players. The goalkeeper is not present at the beginning of the game. Team B appoints court player B5 as goalkeeper. What are the consequences for B5?
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A) B5 can be used as a court player at any time as long as he makes a correct substitution.
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B) B5 can no longer be used as a court player.
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C) B5 can be used as a court player if the officials of team A accept this.
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D) B5 can be used as a court player, as soon as the intended goalkeeper is present.
Correct Answer
A. A) B5 can be used as a court player at any time as long as he makes a correct substitution.Explanation
When Team B appoints court player B5 as the goalkeeper, B5 can still be used as a court player at any time as long as he makes a correct substitution. This means that B5 can switch between being a goalkeeper and a court player during the game, as long as the substitution is done correctly.Rate this question:
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20. Just after the match has started, the club president of home team A sits down on the bench with the two team officials, the masseur and the coach. What are the consequences?
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A) The substitute goalkeeper must stand behind the bench.
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B) The club president must leave the substitution bench.
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C) One of the officials must leave the substitution bench.
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D) Whoever is not entered in the score sheet must leave the substitution bench.
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E) The ‘responsible team official’ gets a progressive punishment.
Correct Answer(s)
D. D) Whoever is not entered in the score sheet must leave the substitution bench.
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21. Which is the minimum number of players that must be present on the court at the beginning of the game and entered in the match report?
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A) 5 players
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B) 4 court players and 1 goalkeeper
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C) 5 court players and 1 goalkeeper
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D) 6 court players
Correct Answer
A. A) 5 playersExplanation
The minimum number of players that must be present on the court at the beginning of the game and entered in the match report is 5 players. This means that there must be 5 players from the team on the court when the game starts, and their names must be recorded in the match report.Rate this question:
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22. Four scenarios: Who is eligible to play?
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A) A player who is present at the beginning of the game and entered in the score sheet
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B) A player who is not present at the beginning of the game but is entered in score sheet
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C) A player who is present at the beginning of the game but not entered in the score sheet
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D) A player who has received permission to play from the timekeeper but is not entered in the score sheet
Correct Answer
A. A) A player who is present at the beginning of the game and entered in the score sheetExplanation
The correct answer is a) A player who is present at the beginning of the game and entered in the score sheet. This means that in order to be eligible to play, a player must be present at the beginning of the game and their name must be entered in the score sheet.Rate this question:
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23. At the start of the game, there are only 6 players of team A present. Immediately after the start of the game, the missing players arrive. Player A7 runs directly out on the playing court through the substitution area. He is not included in the score sheet. Correct decision?
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A) Disqualification of A7
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B) 2-minute suspension for player A7, who must be included in the score sheet.
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C) A7 has to be included in the score sheet.
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D) Progressive punishment against the ‘responsible team official’ of team A
Correct Answer(s)
C. C) A7 has to be included in the score sheet.
D. D) Progressive punishment against the ‘responsible team official’ of team AExplanation
Player A7 should be included in the score sheet because they entered the playing court during the game. It is the responsibility of the team official to ensure that all players are properly documented and included in the score sheet. Therefore, the responsible team official should face progressive punishment for failing to include A7 in the score sheet.Rate this question:
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24. During team A's counter-attack, player B7 enters the court as an additional player and holds A5 in such a way that the clear chance of scoring is spoiled. Correct decision?
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A) 2-minute suspension for player
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B7 b) Disqualification of player B7 without a written report
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C) Disqualification of B7 with a written report
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D) Free-throw
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E) 7-meter throw
Correct Answer(s)
C. C) Disqualification of B7 with a written report
E. E) 7-meter throwExplanation
Player B7 entering the court as an additional player and deliberately spoiling the clear chance of scoring is a violation of the rules. This action is considered unsportsmanlike conduct and warrants a disqualification. Additionally, a written report is required to document the incident. The correct decision is to disqualify player B7 and award a 7-meter throw to the opposing team.Rate this question:
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25. The referees have awarded a free-throw for team A at the free-throw line of team B. Now there is a whistle signal from the timekeeper who stops the clock. The referees inquire about the reason for the intervention by the timekeeper. The timekeeper informs the referees that A9 made a faulty substitution. Decision?
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A) Free-throw for A at the free-throw line of team B
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B) Free-throw for team B at the team's own free-throw line
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C) Free-throw for B at the substitution area of team A
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D) 2-minute suspension for player A9
Correct Answer(s)
A. A) Free-throw for A at the free-throw line of team B
D. D) 2-minute suspension for player A9Explanation
The correct answer is a) Free-throw for A at the free-throw line of team B. This is because the faulty substitution made by player A9 does not affect the free-throw that was awarded to team A. The free-throw should still be taken by team A at the free-throw line of team B. However, option d) 2-minute suspension for player A9 is also correct because a faulty substitution is a violation of the rules and can result in a player being suspended for a certain period of time.Rate this question:
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26. B14 makes a correct substitution while the game is interrupted. However, a whistle comes from the timekeeper's table. B14 is not entered in the score sheet. It is found that this player has number 18 in the score sheet. Correct decision?
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A) Progressive punishment against the ‘responsible team official’ of team B
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B) Free-throw for A at the timekeeper’s desk
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C) The number has to be corrected in the match report
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D) The game is continued with the throw corresponding to the situation. Written report
Correct Answer(s)
C. C) The number has to be corrected in the match report
D. D) The game is continued with the throw corresponding to the situation. Written reportExplanation
The correct decision in this situation is to correct the player's number in the match report and continue the game with the appropriate throw. This is because B14 made a correct substitution, but there was an error in the score sheet where the player was listed as number 18 instead of B14. Since the mistake was discovered during the game, it is necessary to correct the number in the match report for accuracy. The game should then continue with the appropriate throw, and a written report should be made to document the incident.Rate this question:
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27. Team A is going to execute a free-throw after the final whistle. To that end, first player A3 and then A4 leave the court to be replaced by first A5 and then A6 who enter the court. Which of the following statements is/are correct?
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A) The timekeeper whistles and indicates a faulty substitution of team A.
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B) Player A4 receives a suspension for faulty substitution.
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C) Player A6 receives a suspension for faulty substitution.
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D) There is no reason for the timekeeper to whistle.
Correct Answer(s)
A. A) The timekeeper whistles and indicates a faulty substitution of team A.
C. C) Player A6 receives a suspension for faulty substitution.Explanation
The correct answer is a) The timekeeper whistles and indicates a faulty substitution of team A. and c) Player A6 receives a suspension for faulty substitution. In basketball, substitutions can only be made during a dead ball or a timeout. Since the final whistle has already blown, player A3 and A4 should not have left the court and been replaced by A5 and A6. This is considered a faulty substitution and the timekeeper would whistle to indicate this mistake. Player A6 would receive a suspension for participating in the faulty substitution.Rate this question:
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28. Player B8 who is not included in the score sheet arrives late and runs straight from the locker room onto the court to spoil a clear chance of scoring when pushing in the back the jump-shooting opponent so that this player loses body control. Correct decision?
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A) 7-meter throw for A
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B) Free-throw for A
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C) Disqualification of player B8 without a written report
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D) Disqualification of player B8 with a written report
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E) Progressive punishment against the ’responsible team official’ of team B
Correct Answer(s)
A. A) 7-meter throw for A
D. D) Disqualification of player B8 with a written report
E. E) Progressive punishment against the ’responsible team official’ of team BExplanation
Player B8's action of pushing in the back the jump-shooting opponent to disrupt their body control is a clear foul. This foul denies the opponent a clear chance of scoring. Therefore, the correct decision would be to award a 7-meter throw to Team A. Additionally, Player B8 should be disqualified with a written report as their action is unsportsmanlike. Furthermore, there should be progressive punishment against the responsible team official of Team B for allowing such behavior from their player.Rate this question:
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29. When is it permitted for up to „two persons‟ from one team (team officials and/or players) to enter the court?
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A) During a match interruption
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B) During a match interruption and with permission from a referee
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C) When a player is injured
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D) With permission from the timekeeper
Correct Answer
B. B) During a match interruption and with permission from a refereeExplanation
During a match interruption, up to two persons from one team (team officials and/or players) are permitted to enter the court, but only with permission from a referee. This means that they cannot enter the court without the referee's approval.Rate this question:
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30. The referee whistles to indicate a time-out because player A2 is being given his third 2-minute suspension. As the referee turns to the timekeeper and scorekeeper to report the disqualification, the coach of team A runs onto the court to protest against the suspension. One team official of team A had already previously been given a warning. Correct decision?
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A) Disqualification of the coach and a reduction of team A by one player for 2 minutes
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B) Personal warning for the coach
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C) Disqualification of the coach with a written report
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D) 2-minute suspension for the coach
Correct Answer
D. D) 2-minute suspension for the coachExplanation
The correct decision is to give a 2-minute suspension to the coach. The coach ran onto the court to protest against the suspension, which is a violation of the rules. Since one team official of team A had already been given a warning, a more severe penalty is warranted. Giving a 2-minute suspension to the coach is an appropriate response to the coach's actions.Rate this question:
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31. During a time-out due to a player‟s injury, an additional player of team A runs onto the playing court although neither one of the referees has given him permission to enter the court. Correct decision?
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A) Warning for the player
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B) 2-minute suspension for the player
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C) Disqualification of the player
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D) 2-minute suspension for the player and a reduction of his team by one player for 2 minutes
Correct Answer
D. D) 2-minute suspension for the player and a reduction of his team by one player for 2 minutesExplanation
During a time-out due to a player's injury, an additional player of team A running onto the playing court without permission from the referees is a violation of the rules. According to the correct answer, the player should receive a 2-minute suspension and their team should be reduced by one player for 2 minutes as a consequence of their actions. This punishment is appropriate as it penalizes the player for their unauthorized entry onto the court and also affects their team by reducing their strength for a specific period of time.Rate this question:
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32. A free-throw for team B is taken as a direct shot on goal just before the end of the match. The automatic final signal sounds just before the ball enters the goal. Correct decision?
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A) End of the match
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B) Repetition of the free-throw for B
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C) Repetition of the free-throw for B with whistle signal
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D) 7-meter throw for B
Correct Answer
C. C) Repetition of the free-throw for B with whistle signalExplanation
The correct decision is to have a repetition of the free-throw for team B with a whistle signal. This is because the automatic final signal sounded just before the ball entered the goal, indicating that the shot was taken after the end of the match. Therefore, the goal should not count and the free-throw should be repeated with a whistle signal to ensure fair play.Rate this question:
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33. The court referee indicates a time-out because a player of team A is injured, and he allows the doctor of team A to enter the court. The coach of team B also enters the court to give advice to his goalkeeper. Correct decision?
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A) No decision, the signal allows all players and officials to enter the court.
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B) All four officials of team B receives a warning and if the episode is repeated they must be disqualified.
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C) The ‘responsible team official’ of team B receives a warning.
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D) Progressive punishment against the coach of team B
Correct Answer
D. D) Progressive punishment against the coach of team BExplanation
The correct answer is d) Progressive punishment against the coach of team B. This is because the coach of team B should not enter the court during a time-out, as it is not allowed. The court referee should issue a warning to the coach, and if the behavior is repeated, further punishment can be given.Rate this question:
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34. Goalkeeper A16 has been injured and must be replaced by A5. A5 changes his shirt. After 20 minutes A16 is able to play again and the coach makes a substitution. A5 is sent in as a court player again without notification to the scorekeeper. Correct decision?
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A) No punishment, since it is allowed
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B) Free-throw for team B
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C) 2-minute suspension for player A5
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D) Disqualification of player A5
Correct Answer
A. A) No punishment, since it is allowedExplanation
In handball, players are allowed to change positions during the game. In this case, A5 initially replaced A16 as the goalkeeper but later changed back to being a court player without notifying the scorekeeper. However, this is allowed and there is no punishment for it. Therefore, the correct decision is that there is no punishment for A5's actions.Rate this question:
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35. The ball is in the air going towards the side line. A3 manages to play the ball with his hand to A7 before the ball actually reaches the line. In doing so, A3 has one foot outside the court. A7 catches the ball and scores a goal. Correct decision?
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A) Throw-in for team B
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B) Free-throw for team B
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C) Goal
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D) 2-minute suspension for player A3
Correct Answer
C. C) GoalExplanation
A3 playing the ball with his hand to A7 before the ball reaches the line is considered legal because there is no rule stating that a player cannot play the ball with their hand as long as they are within the boundaries of the court. Since A7 catches the ball and scores a goal, it is a valid goal.Rate this question:
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36. On the way to the changing rooms (during the half-time break) an official of team A complains to the referees. The coach of team A has already received a warning during the first half of the game. Correct decision?
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A) 2-minute suspension for the official of team A
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B) Disqualification
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C) Team A begins the 2nd half reduced by one player
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D) Written report
Correct Answer(s)
A. A) 2-minute suspension for the official of team A
C. C) Team A begins the 2nd half reduced by one playerExplanation
The correct decision is to give a 2-minute suspension to the official of team A and to have Team A begin the 2nd half of the game with one less player. This is because the official of team A is complaining to the referees during the half-time break, which is not allowed. Additionally, the coach of team A has already received a warning during the first half of the game, indicating a pattern of misconduct from the team. The 2-minute suspension and reduced player count serve as penalties for the team's behavior.Rate this question:
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37. A4 leaves the playing court beyond the substitution line. When A4 has crossed the side line but not yet arrived in his substitution area, A11 crosses the line correctly to enter the playing court. What is the correct decision after the whistle from the timekeeper?
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A) Free-throw against team A where A4 left the court
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B) Free-throw against team A at height of the substitution area of team A
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C) 2-minute suspension for player A4
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D) 2-minute suspension for player A11
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E) 2-minute suspensions for player A11 and A4
Correct Answer(s)
A. A) Free-throw against team A where A4 left the court
C. C) 2-minute suspension for player A4Explanation
When A4 leaves the playing court beyond the substitution line, it is considered a violation. However, since A4 has not yet arrived in their substitution area, they are still considered to be on the playing court. Therefore, when A11 crosses the line correctly to enter the playing court, it is also considered a violation. The correct decision after the whistle from the timekeeper would be a free-throw against team A where A4 left the court, as well as a 2-minute suspension for player A4.Rate this question:
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38. B3 makes the first faulty substitution for his team during an interruption of the match. This was preceded by a free-throw decision in favour of team B. B3 has neither been warned nor suspended earlier in the match yet. Correct decision?
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A) Warning for player B3
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B) 2-minute suspension for player B3
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C) Free-throw for team A
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D) Free-throw for team B
Correct Answer(s)
B. B) 2-minute suspension for player B3
D. D) Free-throw for team BExplanation
B3 making a faulty substitution during an interruption of the match is a violation of the rules. According to the rules, a player who commits a violation during an interruption of the match should be given a 2-minute suspension. Additionally, since the free-throw decision was in favor of team B, the correct decision would be to award a free-throw to team B. Therefore, the correct answer is b) 2-minute suspension for player B3 and d) Free-throw for team B.Rate this question:
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39. After the referees have awarded a 7-m-throw to team A, A27, who has been designated to carry out the 7-m-throw, makes a faulty substitution. Correct decision?
- A.
A) Free-throw for B
- B.
B) 7-meter throw for A
- C.
C) Goalkeeper-throw for B
- D.
D) 2-minute suspension for player A27
Correct Answer(s)
B. B) 7-meter throw for A
D. D) 2-minute suspension for player A27Explanation
After the referees have awarded a 7-m-throw to team A, A27, who has been designated to carry out the 7-m-throw, makes a faulty substitution. This means that A27 is not following the correct procedures for the substitution. As a result, the correct decision would be to award a 7-meter throw to team A, as stated in option b. Additionally, A27 should also receive a 2-minute suspension for their faulty substitution, as stated in option d.Rate this question:
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40. Team A has scored a goal. The referees have not yet whistled for the throw-off to be taken when B10 enters the court before B6 has left it. Correct decision?
- A.
A) Throw-off
- B.
B) Free-throw for A
- C.
C) 2-minute suspension for player B10
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D) 2-minute suspension for player B6
Correct Answer(s)
A. A) Throw-off
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41. Team A has only 12 players present at the beginning of the match, as the two goalkeepers are still missing. Team A therefore starts with one of the twelve court players as a goalkeeper. Which of the following alternatives are correct?
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A) The court player, who starts the match as a goalkeeper, must be registered as number 1, 12 or 16 in the match report.
- B.
B) The court player, who starts the match as a goalkeeper, can also be used as a court player later on.
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C) Late-arriving goalkeepers of team A must be registered as number 1, 12 or 16 in the match report
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D) One of the two late arriving goalkeepers can only be used as a court player
Correct Answer
B. B) The court player, who starts the match as a goalkeeper, can also be used as a court player later on.Explanation
The correct answer is b) The court player, who starts the match as a goalkeeper, can also be used as a court player later on. This means that if one of the court players starts the match as a goalkeeper, they can switch positions and play as a court player later in the match. This allows the team to have a full roster of court players once the goalkeepers arrive.Rate this question:
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42. During a time-out, player A5 commits the first faulty substitution of his team. Team A was in possession of the ball when the time-out was called. Correct decision?
- A.
A) No punishment
- B.
b) Warning for the player A5
- C.
C) 2-minute suspension for player A5
- D.
D) Free-throw for B
- E.
E) Team A remains in possession of the ball
Correct Answer(s)
C. C) 2-minute suspension for player A5
E. E) Team A remains in possession of the ballExplanation
Player A5 committing a faulty substitution during a time-out is not allowed according to the rules. As a result, the correct decision is to give a 2-minute suspension to player A5. Additionally, Team A will still remain in possession of the ball.Rate this question:
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43. Goalkeeper A3 wants to carry out a 7-m-throw. In order to protect the empty goal, A15 enters the court in a goalkeeper uniform replacing a court player. Correct decision?
- A.
A) 2-minute suspension for player A3
- B.
B) 2-minute suspension for player A15
- C.
C) No punishment
- D.
D) 7-meter throw for team A
- E.
E) Free-throw for team B at height of the substitution area of team A
Correct Answer(s)
B. B) 2-minute suspension for player A15
D. D) 7-meter throw for team AExplanation
When a goalkeeper wants to carry out a 7-meter throw, it is not allowed for a court player to enter the court in a goalkeeper uniform to replace the goalkeeper and protect the empty goal. This is considered an incorrect decision and a violation of the rules. As a result, player A15 should receive a 2-minute suspension for this action. Additionally, team A should be awarded a 7-meter throw as a penalty for the violation.Rate this question:
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44. A5 has a clear chance of scoring. The coach of team A insults the timekeeper, and so the timekeeper whistles just at the moment when A5 is about to shoot. Correct decision?
- A.
A) Free-throw for B
- B.
B) Punishment against the coach of team A
- C.
C) Free-throw for A
- D.
D) 7-meter throw for team A
- E.
E) Written report
Correct Answer(s)
C. C) Free-throw for A
E. E) Written reportExplanation
The coach of team A insulting the timekeeper and causing a whistle to be blown just as A5 is about to shoot is a form of interference and unfair play. In this situation, the correct decision would be to award a free-throw to team A as a penalty for the interference. Additionally, a written report should be filed to document the incident and ensure appropriate actions can be taken against the coach for their behavior.Rate this question:
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45. A6 has already been penalised twice with a 2-minute suspension. Now A6 commits the second faulty substitution of his team. What is the decision, if he is also guilty of particularly seriously unsportsmanlike conduct after the referees informing him about the faulty substitution?
- A.
A) 2-minute suspension for player A6
- B.
B) Disqualification of player A6
- C.
C) Written report
- D.
D) Team A is reduced by one player for 2 minutes
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E) Team A is reduced by two players for 2 minutes
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F) Team A is reduced by one player for 4 minutes
Correct Answer(s)
A. A) 2-minute suspension for player A6
B. B) Disqualification of player A6
C. C) Written report
F. F) Team A is reduced by one player for 4 minutesExplanation
If A6 commits the second faulty substitution and is also guilty of particularly seriously unsportsmanlike conduct after being informed by the referees, the decision would be a 2-minute suspension for player A6 (option a). Additionally, player A6 would also be disqualified (option b) and a written report would be filed (option c). Furthermore, Team A would be reduced by one player for 4 minutes (option f).Rate this question:
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46. During a counter-attack by team A, who has a clear chance of scoring, B3 commits a faulty substitution. The timekeeper/scorekeeper do not react, but the court referee has recognised what happened. Correct decision?
- A.
A) Immediate suspension for player B3 and free-throw for A
- B.
B) Immediate suspension for player B3 and 7-meter throw for A
- C.
C) Wait until the chance of scoring has passed, then suspension for player B3 and free- throw for team A
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D) Wait until the chance of scoring has passed, then suspension for player B3 and an appropriate throw according to the situation
Correct Answer
D. D) Wait until the chance of scoring has passed, then suspension for player B3 and an appropriate throw according to the situationExplanation
In this scenario, player B3 commits a faulty substitution during a counter-attack by team A. The timekeeper/scorekeeper may not react, but the court referee has recognized the mistake. It would be incorrect to immediately suspend player B3 and award a free-throw or a 7-meter throw to team A because it would interrupt their clear chance of scoring. The correct decision is to wait until the chance of scoring has passed and then suspend player B3. The appropriate throw to be awarded to team A would depend on the situation at that point.Rate this question:
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47. A shot on goal is saved by goalkeeper A, and the ball is rolling along the side line near team A's substitution bench. A5, who is sitting enters the court by one foot to stop the ball so that A4 can pick it up before crossing the side line. Correct decision?
- A.
A) Free-throw for B
- B.
B) Throw-in B
- C.
C) 2-minute suspension for player A5
- D.
D) Disqualification of player A5
Correct Answer(s)
A. A) Free-throw for B
C. C) 2-minute suspension for player A5Explanation
According to the rules, a player who is sitting on the substitution bench is not allowed to enter the court to interfere with the play. In this situation, A5, who is sitting, enters the court to stop the ball. This is considered a violation, and the correct decision would be to award a free-throw to team B for the interference. Additionally, player A5 should also receive a 2-minute suspension for his actions.Rate this question:
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48. 30 seconds before his suspension time is over, A3 enters the court, however, without interfering with the game. Team A is in possession of the ball. Correct decision?
- A.
A) Free-throw for B
- B.
B) Free-throw for A
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C) 2-minute suspension for player A3 and team A is further reduced by one player for 30 seconds
- D.
D) 30 seconds for player A3 and team A is reduced by one player for 2 minutes
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E) Disqualification of player A3 and team A is further reduced by one player for 30 seconds
Correct Answer(s)
A. A) Free-throw for B
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49. By carrying out a goalkeeper-throw, goalkeeper A13 swings back with the ball in a way that the ball goes beyond the goal-line between the goal posts. Correct decision?
- A.
A) The game continues without interruption
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B) Goalkeeper-throw with whistle signal
- C.
C) Goal for team B
- D.
D) Free-throw for team B
Correct Answer
A. A) The game continues without interruptionExplanation
The correct decision is that the game continues without interruption. This means that there is no stoppage in play and the game continues as normal. This is because a goalkeeper-throw is a legal method for the goalkeeper to restart play, and if the ball goes beyond the goal-line between the goal posts, it does not result in any change in possession or a goal for the opposing team.Rate this question:
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50. A5 has been suspended. After 1 minute 45 seconds of the 2-minute suspension, the coach sends him onto the court. Correct decision?
- A.
A) A5 is given another 2-minute suspension lasting 2 minutes and 15 seconds
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B) Disqualification of A5 and team A is reduced by one player for the rest of the suspension time (15 seconds)
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C) A5 receives a second suspension, team A is reduced for the remainder of the suspension (15 seconds)
Correct Answer
C. C) A5 receives a second suspension, team A is reduced for the remainder of the suspension (15 seconds)Explanation
According to the rules, when a player is suspended, they must remain off the court for the entire duration of the suspension. In this case, A5 has been suspended for 2 minutes. After 1 minute and 45 seconds, the coach sends A5 back onto the court, which is a violation of the suspension. As a result, A5 receives a second suspension, and team A is reduced for the remaining 15 seconds of the original suspension. This is the correct decision because it enforces the rules and maintains fair play.Rate this question:
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51. A2 is suspended for 2 minutes but his coach sends him back onto the court after one minute. Before the timekeeper‟s whistle A2 has already destroyed a clear chance of scoring for team B. Correct decision?
- A.
A) Free-throw for B and an additional suspension for A2
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B) 7-meter throw for B, an additional suspension for A2 and a further reduction of team A for the remainder of A2's suspension time
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c) 7-meter throw, Disqualification of A2 and a further reduction of team A for the remainder of A2's suspension time
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D) 7-meter throw, Disqualification of A2 and a further reduction of team A for the remainder of A2's suspension time; written report
Correct Answer
D. D) 7-meter throw, Disqualification of A2 and a further reduction of team A for the remainder of A2's suspension time; written reportExplanation
A2 is suspended for 2 minutes but is sent back onto the court after only one minute. However, before the timekeeper's whistle, A2 has already destroyed a clear chance of scoring for team B. According to the correct decision, A2 should be disqualified and team A should receive a 7-meter throw. Additionally, team A will have a further reduction for the remainder of A2's suspension time, and a written report should be made to document the incident.Rate this question:
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52. After his 2-minute suspension has ended, goalkeeper B wants to rejoin his team which is defending at that moment. He enters the court wearing his goalkeeper jersey to take up the wing position as team B's 6th court player. Correct decision?
- A.
A) The game continues without interruption
- B.
B) 7-meter throw for team A
- C.
C) Free-throw for team A
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D) 2-minute suspension for goalkeeper B
Correct Answer(s)
C. C) Free-throw for team A
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