North Regina Little League Umpire Exam Level II

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1.

Sharp ground ball hit toward the shortstop accidentally hits the runner advancing from second base to third base. The umpire places the batter-runner on second base for a two-base award.
- A.
  
  True
- B.
  
  False
Correct Answer
B. False

Explanation
The correct answer is False. According to the rules of baseball, if a batted ball hits a runner while the runner is in fair territory, the runner is out and the ball is dead. The batter-runner is not awarded any bases in this situation. Therefore, the umpire would not place the batter-runner on second base for a two-base award.

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2.

With a runner on second the pitch is fouled off and goes into the parking lot. The umpire gives the catcher a new ball and the catcher throws it to the second baseman covering second base to pick off the runner who has not gotten back to second yet. The base umpire calls the runner out
- A.
  
  True
- B.
  
  False
Correct Answer
B. False

Explanation
The correct answer is False. According to the rules of baseball, if a foul ball goes into the parking lot, it is considered a dead ball and the runners are not allowed to advance. Therefore, the runner on second base cannot be picked off by the catcher and the base umpire would not call the runner out in this situation.

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3.

When the batter takes his/her position in the batter’s box both feet must be within the batter’s box lines.
- A.
  
  True
- B.
  
  False
Correct Answer
A. True

Explanation
In baseball, the batter's box is the designated area where the batter stands to face the pitcher. According to the rules, both feet of the batter must be within the lines of the batter's box when they take their position. This ensures that the batter is properly positioned and ready to hit the ball. Therefore, the statement "When the batter takes his/her position in the batter’s box both feet must be within the batter’s box lines" is true.

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4.

batter tops the ball and it goes straight down and hits the plate and then rolls in front of the plate. The catcher pounces on the ball and gets set to throw to first. The batter-runner is running inside the first base line toward first base only a quarter of the way down the line. The catcher does not throw the ball for fear of hitting the runner. The runner is called safe at first.
- A.
  
  True
- B.
  
  False
Correct Answer
A. True

Explanation
The batter-runner is called safe at first because according to the rules, a catcher cannot impede the path of a runner unless they are in possession of the ball or are making a play on the ball. In this scenario, the catcher did not throw the ball because they feared hitting the runner, which means they were not making a play on the ball. Therefore, the runner is allowed to continue running and is called safe at first base.

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5.

Bases loaded, two outs. The batter hits a ground ball to F5's left. R2 stops and gets in a run-down and is tagged out after R3 touches home plate. Does R3's run count?
- A.
  
  Yes
- B.
  
  No
Correct Answer
B. No

Explanation
R3's out is the result of a Force Play since he had to vacate 2nd base when the batter became a runner and according to rule 4.09(a2) "...a run is not scored if the runner advances to home base during a play in which the third out is made by any runner being forced out...".

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6.

Bases loaded, two outs. The batter hits a hard grounder to F5. F5 falls on his stomach near 3rd base. While holding the ball in his glove, he touches 3rd base with his bare hand before R2 reaches the base. What's the call?
- A.
  
  R2 is safe at 3rd
- B.
  
  R2 is out.
- C.
  
  R2 is called safe at 3rd and awarded home
Correct Answer
B. R2 is out.

Explanation
The runner is out because F5 had possesion of the ball when he touched 3rd base. It does not matter which part of his body he used to touch the base according to the definition of "Tag".

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7.

The lead runner slides into second base and knocks the base into short left field. The batter-runner, in advancing to third base, only touches the base plate while motoring to third. The defense takes the ball to second base (located in short left field) and appeals that the runner did not touch the base. The umpire calls out the batter-runner on the appeal.
- A.
  
  True
- B.
  
  False
Correct Answer
B. False

Explanation
The correct answer is False. In this scenario, the batter-runner only needs to touch the base plate while advancing to third base, not the physical base itself. Therefore, even if the base was knocked into short left field, as long as the batter-runner touched the base plate, they would still be considered safe. The umpire would not call them out on the appeal.

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8.

While the runner from first is advancing to 2nd on a base hit, his/her helmet accidentally falls off. The umpire says the use of a helmet is mandatory by all runners and calls the baserunner out for the violation.
- A.
  
  True
- B.
  
  False
Correct Answer
B. False

Explanation
The explanation for the answer being False is that according to the rules of baseball, the use of a helmet is not mandatory for baserunners. While it is highly recommended for safety reasons, there is no specific rule that states a baserunner will be called out for not wearing a helmet. Therefore, the umpire would not call the baserunner out for the violation described in the question.

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9.

The catcher is allowed to wear the extended frame mask without the “dangling” throat protector because of the extension
- A.
  
  True
- B.
  
  False
Correct Answer
B. False

Explanation
The catcher is not allowed to wear the extended frame mask without the "dangling" throat protector because the extension alone does not provide sufficient protection for the throat. The dangling throat protector is necessary to safeguard the catcher's throat from potential injuries. Therefore, the statement is false.

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10.

The centre fielder catches the fly bvall, but while removing it from the glove to throw it back into the infield the centerfielder drops it. the umpire rules a legal catch
- A.
  
  True
- B.
  
  False
Correct Answer
A. True

Explanation
The umpire rules a legal catch because according to the rules of baseball, a catch is considered legal if the fielder has control of the ball in their glove, even if they drop it while attempting to make a throw. As long as the fielder initially caught the fly ball and had control of it, it is considered a legal catch.

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11.

A pop fly behind third base is caught by the third baseman but drops it shortly after in entered the glove. The umpire rules it a catch because he/she held it long enough
- A.
  
  True
- B.
  
  False
Correct Answer
B. False

Explanation
The explanation for the answer "False" is that according to the given scenario, the third baseman caught the pop fly behind third base but dropped it shortly after. The umpire ruled it a catch because he/she held it long enough. However, this contradicts the statement that the third baseman dropped the ball after catching it. Therefore, the answer is false.

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12.

With a runner on first and third base and 1 out the batter hits a fly ball to right field. The runner on first goes almost all the way to second thinking the ball will not be caught. The right fielder makes a great catch and throws the ball into the first baseman who tags first for the third out of the inning after the runner on thrid has crossed the plate. The umpire rules the run does not count because the third out was a force out.
- A.
  
  True
- B.
  
  False
Correct Answer
B. False

Explanation
The umpire ruled that the run does count because the runner on third crossed the plate before the third out was made. In a force out situation, the runner on first would have been forced to advance to second, but since the ball was caught by the right fielder, it was not a force out. Therefore, the run is counted.

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13.

The batter hits a ground ball that initially hits in front of home plate in fair territory. As the ball bounds toward the outfield, it goes to the right of first base (in foul territory) and does not pass over any part of the first base bag and settles down the line in foul territory. The umpire rules a fair ball because it initially hit in fair territory
- A.
  
  True
- B.
  
  False
Correct Answer
B. False

Explanation
The correct answer is False. The umpire would rule the ball as foul because it settled down the line in foul territory. Even though the ball initially hit in fair territory, it ultimately ended up in foul territory, which determines the ruling.

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14.

The pitch is made and the runner on first is stealing second base after the ball passes the batter. The catcher comes up throwing, but hits the umpire's mask while making the throw to second. The throw beats the runner and the runner is called out. The plate umpire calls umpire interference and moves the runner back to first base.
- A.
  
  True
- B.
  
  False
Correct Answer
B. False

Explanation
The explanation for the answer being false is that according to the given scenario, the plate umpire calls umpire interference. This means that the throw hitting the umpire's mask affected the play and interfered with the runner's ability to advance. In such cases, the runner is awarded the next base, which in this case would be second base. Therefore, the runner should not be moved back to first base as stated in the question.

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15.

The winning run in the bottom of the sixth inning can score even if the third out of the inning is a result of a force play
- A.
  
  True
- B.
  
  False
Correct Answer
B. False

Explanation
In baseball, a force play occurs when a runner is forced to advance to the next base because the batter became a runner. If the third out of the inning is a result of a force play, it means that the runner was forced out before reaching the base. In this scenario, any runs scored before the third out are nullified, including the winning run. Therefore, the statement is false.

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16.

The shortstop overthrows the first baseman when attempting to retire the batter-runner. The ball accidentally hits the first base coach and rolls up the right field line and the batter-runner advances to second base. The defensive manager believes the runner should be out for the interference of the first base coach.
- A.
  
  True
- B.
  
  False
Correct Answer
B. False

Explanation
The defensive manager believes the runner should be out for the interference of the first base coach. However, according to the rules of baseball, the first base coach is considered part of the field and any contact with the ball is considered a live play. Therefore, the batter-runner is not out for the interference of the first base coach.

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17.

The batter hits a hard ground ball to the shortstop. While waiting to field the ball, the runner on second is attempting to advance to third base. However, while running to third base the runner stows down and times it so that he/she is directly in front of the shortstop when the ball gets there, which causes the shortstop to miss the ball. The umpire calls “Time, the runner is out for interference”
- A.
  
  True
- B.
  
  False
Correct Answer
A. True

Explanation
The batter hitting a hard ground ball to the shortstop is a normal play in baseball. However, the runner on second intentionally slowing down and positioning themselves in front of the shortstop to interfere with the play is considered interference. According to the rules of baseball, a runner can be called out for interference if they impede a fielder's ability to make a play on the ball. In this case, the umpire correctly called the runner out for interference, making the statement true.

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18.

The batter hit a ball into deep center field. While the lead runner who was on first is rounding second base on the way to third base, the shortstop gets in the way and makes the lead runner change direction and go around. This change of direction gets the lead runner thrown out at third base. The umpire rules that obstruction cannot be called because there was no contact between the two players.
- A.
  
  True
- B.
  
  False
Correct Answer
B. False

Explanation
The statement is false because obstruction can be called even if there is no contact between the players. Obstruction is defined as any act by a fielder that hinders or impedes a baserunner's progress. In this scenario, the shortstop getting in the way and making the lead runner change direction qualifies as obstruction, regardless of whether there was physical contact or not. Therefore, the correct ruling should be that obstruction can be called.

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19.

The count on the batter is 2 balls and 2 strikes. The pitcher delivers ball 3 to the batter and the catcher throws the ball back to the pitcher. While the batter is adjusting his/her batting glove the pitcher toes the pitcher’s plate and fires strike 3. The manager of the offensive team argues that this is a quick return pitch and should not be allowed
- A.
  
  True
- B.
  
  False
Correct Answer
A. True

Explanation
In baseball, a quick return pitch refers to a situation where the pitcher quickly throws the ball back to the batter while they are not ready or not paying attention. In this scenario, the batter was adjusting their batting glove and was not ready when the pitcher delivered strike 3. The manager of the offensive team argues that this is not allowed because it is considered unfair to the batter. Therefore, the statement "The manager of the offensive team argues that this is a quick return pitch and should not be allowed" is true.

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20.

The batter gets set to hit the next pitch. But the batter sets up with both arms in the strike zone. The pitch is made and hits the batter’s arms. The umpire awards the batter 1st base.
- A.
  
  True
- B.
  
  False
Correct Answer
B. False

Explanation
The statement is false because if the batter sets up with both arms in the strike zone and gets hit by a pitch, it is considered a strike and not a walk. The batter would not be awarded 1st base in this scenario.

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21.

The strike zone is that space over home plate, which is between the letters on the uniform and the top of the knees.
- A.
  
  True
- B.
  
  False
Correct Answer
B. False

Explanation
The given statement is false. The strike zone is not defined as the space between the letters on the uniform and the top of the knees. In baseball, the strike zone is the area over home plate, between the batter's armpits and the top of their knees when they are in their natural stance. This definition is used by umpires to determine whether a pitch is a strike or a ball.

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22.

To make a call of obstruction there must be contact between the defensive player and the offensive player before the umpire can rule that there was obstruction on the defense
- A.
  
  True
- B.
  
  False
Correct Answer
B. False

Explanation
The explanation for the correct answer, which is False, is that contact between the defensive player and the offensive player is not required for an obstruction call to be made. Obstruction can be called if the defensive player hinders or impedes the progress of the offensive player without making contact. Therefore, the statement in the question is incorrect.

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23.

With a runner on third base the batter lofts a high fly ball to left field. The runner tags and starts home, the throw beats the runner by a mile. The runner now is in a rundown between third and home. At the last moment the runner dives headfirst into home. The umpire calls the runner safe.
- A.
  
  True
- B.
  
  False
Correct Answer
B. False

Explanation
The batter lofts a high fly ball to left field with a runner on third base. The runner starts home but is thrown out by a large margin. The runner is then involved in a rundown between third and home. However, at the last moment, the runner dives headfirst into home. The umpire incorrectly calls the runner safe. Therefore, the correct answer is False.

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24.

The batter bunts the ball in front of home plate and busts down the first baseline. The batter-runner is running on the inside of the foul line approximately 40 feet from first base when the catcher’s throw hits him/her in the back. The umpire should call the runner out for interfering with the first baseman taking the throw
- A.
  
  True
- B.
  
  False
Correct Answer
B. False

Explanation
The batter-runner should not be called out for interfering with the first baseman taking the throw in this situation. According to the rules, the batter-runner is allowed to run on the inside of the foul line until he/she reaches first base. As long as the batter-runner does not intentionally interfere with the fielder's ability to make a play, he/she should not be called out. In this case, the batter-runner was hit by the catcher's throw, which is not considered interference unless it was intentional. Therefore, the correct answer is False.

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25.

One out, runner on 1st. Batter hits a quick one-hopper to the 1st baseman. R1 returns to 1st and is tagged while on the bag. The 1st baseman then steps on 1st. Who is out?
- A.
  
  Only R1
- B.
  
  Only the Batter - Runner
- C.
  
  Both R1 and the Batter - Runner
- D.
  
  Both are safe
Correct Answer
C. Both R1 and the Batter - Runner

Explanation
Both R1 and the Batter - Runner are out in this scenario. R1 is tagged while on the bag, which means they are out. The Batter - Runner is also out because the 1st baseman stepped on 1st base, completing the force out.

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26.

No outs, runner on 1st. R1 is stealing 2nd when the batter bunts the ball to the 3rd baseman. R1 is past 2nd when the 3rd baseman's throw to 1st goes into the stands. Place R1 and BR.
- A.
  
  Batter get 1st and R1 gets 3rd
- B.
  
  Batter gets 2nd and R1 gets 3rd
- C.
  
  Batter gets 2nd and R1 gets home
Correct Answer
B. Batter gets 2nd and R1 gets 3rd

Explanation
When the batter bunts the ball to the 3rd baseman, R1 is already past 2nd base and attempting to steal 2nd. The throw from the 3rd baseman goes into the stands, which is an error. According to the rules, when a throw goes out of play, each runner is awarded two bases from their position at the time of the throw. Therefore, the batter is awarded 2nd base and R1 is awarded 3rd base.

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27.

One out, runner on 1st, who is attempting to steal 2nd. The catcher interferes with the batter, who strikes out, and then throws out R1 at 2nd base. What penalties do you impose?
- A.
  
  Batter is awared 1st and R1 is awarded 2nd
- B.
  
  Batter is out and R1 is out at 2nd
- C.
  
  Batter is awarded 1st and R1 is out at 2nd
Correct Answer
A. Batter is awared 1st and R1 is awarded 2nd

Explanation
When the catcher interferes with the batter, it is considered interference and the batter is awarded first base. Since the runner on first was attempting to steal second, they are awarded second base. Therefore, the correct answer is that the batter is awarded first base and the runner on first is awarded second base.

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28.

Batter hits a grounder to short. The shortstop throws high and the 1st baseman throws his glove and hits the ball. Place the BR.
- A.
  
  Batter is awarded 1st base
- B.
  
  Batter is awarded 3rd base
- C.
  
  Batter is awarded 2nd base
Correct Answer
C. Batter is awarded 2nd base

Explanation
The batter is awarded 2nd base because when the 1st baseman threw his glove and hit the ball, it is considered a defensive interference. According to the rules, when there is defensive interference, the batter is awarded 2 bases from the time of the pitch. Since the batter hit a grounder to short, he would have been running to 1st base, so he is awarded 2nd base due to the interference.

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29.

Two outs, runner on 1st. Grounder to the shortstop who throws the ball into the stands trying to retire the batter. R1 is not at 2nd at the time of the throw. Place R1 and the batter.
- A.
  
  Batter get 1st and R1 gets 2nd
- B.
  
  Batter gets 2nd and R1 gets 3rd
- C.
  
  Batter gets 1st and R1 gets 3rd
Correct Answer
B. Batter gets 2nd and R1 gets 3rd

Explanation
When the shortstop threw the ball into the stands, it was an error. As a result, the batter is awarded first base and the runner on first base advances to third base. Since there were already two outs, the batter cannot advance beyond second base. Therefore, the correct answer is that the batter gets 2nd base and R1 gets 3rd base.

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30.

One out, bases loaded. Grounder to the 3rd baseman who steps on 3rd and then throws the ball into the stands trying to retire the BR. R1 had reached 2nd before the throw but R3 and the BR had not reached their next base before the throw. Place R1, R3 and the BR.
- A.
  
  Batter get 2nd, R1 and R3 get home
- B.
  
  Batter get 1st, R1 gets 2nd and R3 gets home
- C.
  
  Batter get 1st, R1 gets 3rd and R3 gets home
Correct Answer
A. Batter get 2nd, R1 and R3 get home

Explanation
The correct answer is "Batter get 2nd, R1 and R3 get home." This is because the batter, who hit the grounder, is awarded second base due to the overthrow into the stands. R1 and R3, who were already on base, are allowed to advance to home plate because they were forced to move to the next base when the batter hit the ball.

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31.

No outs, runner on 2nd. Grounder to short. The shortstop throws the ball into the stands attempting to pick the BR off 1st after he had made a wide turn. R2 was past 3rd at the time of the throw. Place R2 and the Batter.
- A.
  
  Batter get 2nd and R2 gets home
- B.
  
  Batter gets 3rd and R2 gets home
- C.
  
  Batter gets 2nd and R2 gets 3rd
Correct Answer
B. Batter gets 3rd and R2 gets home

Explanation
The batter gets 3rd and R2 gets home because the batter successfully reached 3rd base before the ball was thrown into the stands. R2 was already past 3rd base at the time of the throw, so he is awarded home plate.

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32.

Batter hits a single to right. The right fielder throws to first attempting to retire the batter after he makes a wide turn at 1st. The throw goes out-of-play. At the moment the ball went out-of-play the batter had already turned at 2nd. Place the runner.
- A.
  
  2nd base
- B.
  
  Home
- C.
  
  3rd base
Correct Answer
B. Home

Explanation
The batter hit a single to right and made a wide turn at first base. The right fielder attempted to retire the batter by throwing the ball to first, but the throw went out-of-play. At the moment the ball went out-of-play, the batter had already turned at second base. According to the rules, when a defensive player throws the ball out-of-play, any runners are awarded two bases from the time of the throw. Therefore, the batter is awarded home plate because he had already turned at second base when the throw went out-of-play.

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33.

With a count of 0-2, the batter steps out of the batter's box while the pitcher is in his windup. The pitcher delivers the pitch anyway; the pitch does not enter the strike zone. What is your call?
- A.
  
  Strike 3
- B.
  
  Ball 1
- C.
  
  No Pitch, since the batter is out of the box
Correct Answer
B. Ball 1

Explanation
If the batter steps out of the batter's box while the pitcher is in his windup and the pitch does not enter the strike zone, it is considered a ball. This is because the batter is allowed to step out of the box before the pitch is delivered, but if the pitch does not enter the strike zone, it is not considered a strike. Therefore, the correct call in this situation is Ball 1.

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34.

"Time" is automatically called when the batter steps out of the batter's box?
- A.
  
  True
- B.
  
  False
Correct Answer
B. False

Explanation
The statement suggests that "Time" is automatically called when the batter steps out of the batter's box, but the correct answer is False. This means that "Time" is not automatically called when the batter steps out of the batter's box.

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35.

The batter is legally in the box with one foot completely in the box and the other foot on the line of the box?
- A.
  
  True
- B.
  
  False
Correct Answer
A. True

Explanation
The batter is considered legally in the box if one foot is completely in the box and the other foot is on the line of the box. This means that as long as one foot is inside the box, the batter is following the rules and can proceed with the game.

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36.

Tagging up on a deep fly ball to right-field, R3 takes off for home when the center-fielder (F8) touches the ball. The ball, however, jumps out of the F8's glove and is caught by the right-fielder (F9). When the ball is actually caught, R3 is already 1/3 of the way home and scores easily. The defense formally appeals to you that R3 left too soon. What is your call?
- A.
  
  The BR is out on the catch and R3 is out on the appeal
- B.
  
  The BR is out on the catch and R3 is called "safe" on the appeal and the run counts
- C.
  
  The BR is out on the catch, the ball is called dead and R3 is sent back to 3rd base
Correct Answer
B. The BR is out on the catch and R3 is called "safe" on the appeal and the run counts

Explanation
In this situation, the batter-runner (BR) is out on the catch because the ball was caught by the right-fielder (F9). However, R3 is called "safe" on the appeal because they had already advanced 1/3 of the way home before the ball was caught. The run counts because R3 reached home before the appeal was made.

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37.

One out, runner on first. Batter hits an inside-the-park homerun. R1 misses home plate. Following a sliding tag play at home on which the BR is ruled safe, R1 returns and touches the plate. The catcher properly appeals to you that R1 missed the plate. What is the call?
- A.
  
  The appeal is not allowed, both runs count.
- B.
  
  R1 is ruled out, the following run counts.
- C.
  
  R1 is ruled out and the BR is sent back to third base.
Correct Answer
B. R1 is ruled out, the following run counts.

Explanation
In this situation, R1 missed home plate and the catcher properly appealed to the umpire. According to the rules, if a runner misses a base and the defensive team properly appeals before the next pitch or play, the runner can be called out. In this case, R1 is ruled out for missing home plate. However, since the batter hit an inside-the-park home run before the appeal, the run counts. Therefore, R1 is ruled out, but the following run counts.

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38.

Two outs, runners on second and third. Batter triples, apparently scoring both R3 and R2. The defense appeals that R2 missed third, and you agree, calling him out. How many runs do you allow?
- A.
  
  One
- B.
  
  Two
- C.
  
  Three
Correct Answer
A. One

Explanation
When the batter hits a triple, it means that he successfully reaches third base. However, the defense appeals that the runner on second base missed third base, and the umpire agrees, calling him out. Therefore, only the run scored by the batter (R3) before the appeal is allowed, resulting in one run being allowed.

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39.

Runners on 2nd, 3rd. Runner on 2nd steals 3rd base on a wild pitch. Is R3 forced to leave the base
- A.
  
  Yes
- B.
  
  No
Correct Answer
B. No

Explanation
No, R3 is not forced to leave the base. The runner on 2nd stole 3rd base on a wild pitch, but this does not automatically force R3 to leave their base. R3 can choose to stay on 3rd base if they do not want to attempt to advance further.

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40.

Batter hits ball to an infielder. The infielder makes a wild throw to 1st base which hits the coach and flies into right field
- A.
  
  Play is alive, runner may advance at his own peril.
- B.
  
  Interference, Ball is dead. Runner is awarded 3rd.
- C.
  
  Interference, Ball is dead. Runner is awarded 2nd
- D.
  
  Interference, Ball is dead. Runner is out.
Correct Answer
A. Play is alive, runner may advance at his own peril.

Explanation
The correct answer is "Play is alive, runner may advance at his own peril." This is because the batter hit the ball and the infielder made a wild throw, causing the ball to hit the coach and fly into right field. According to the given information, there is no mention of interference or any other rule violation. Therefore, the play is still live and the runner can choose to advance to the next base, but at his own risk.

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41.

Batter hits the ball and it settles on home plate
- A.
  
  Foul
- B.
  
  Fair
- C.
  
  No pitch
Correct Answer
B. Fair

Explanation
In baseball, if a batter hits the ball and it settles on the home plate, it is considered a fair ball. A fair ball is a ball that lands within the boundaries of the field and is not caught by a fielder before touching the ground. Since the ball settles on the home plate, which is within the boundaries of the field, it is a fair ball.

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42.

Ball hits 2nd base
- A.
  
  Fair
- B.
  
  Foul
- C.
  
  Nothing yet wait until touched by a player
Correct Answer
A. Fair

Explanation
The given correct answer, "Fair," suggests that when the ball hits the 2nd base, it is considered a fair play in baseball. In baseball, a fair ball is a ball that is hit within the foul lines and remains in the field of play. Therefore, if the ball hits the 2nd base and stays within the boundaries, it is considered a fair ball.

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43.

Ball hits the foul pole
- A.
  
  Foul
- B.
  
  Fair
Correct Answer
B. Fair

Explanation
The correct answer is "Fair" because when a ball hits the foul pole, it is considered fair. The foul pole is located on the outfield fence and is used to determine whether a ball is fair or foul. If a ball hits the foul pole, it is still in play and is considered a fair ball.

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44.

No balls, 2 strikes, No outs. A batter with two strikes is hit on his fist while swinging at the pitch
- A.
  
  The batter is out
- B.
  
  The batter is awarded first base
- C.
  
  Foul Ball
Correct Answer
C. Foul Ball

Explanation
The correct answer is Foul Ball. When a batter has two strikes and is hit by the pitch while swinging, it is considered a foul ball. This means that the ball is not in play and the at-bat continues. The batter does not get awarded first base and is not out.

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45.

The pitch bounces before it reaches home plate. After bouncing, the pitch hits the batter
- A.
  
  Batter is awared 1st base, ball is dead
- B.
  
  Ball is dead, umpire calls "ball", batter does not get 1st base
Correct Answer
A. Batter is awared 1st base, ball is dead

Explanation
When a pitch bounces before reaching home plate and then hits the batter, it is considered an illegal pitch. In this situation, the batter is awarded 1st base because they were hit by an illegal pitch. Additionally, the ball is considered dead, meaning that play stops and no further action can be taken. Therefore, the correct answer is that the batter is awarded 1st base and the ball is dead.

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46.

Ball hits bat in fair territory and settles in foul territory
- A.
  
  Fair Ball
- B.
  
  Foul Ball
- C.
  
  Nothing yet
Correct Answer
B. Foul Ball

Explanation
The ball hitting the bat in fair territory means that it was initially a fair ball. However, since it settled in foul territory, it is considered a foul ball.

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47.

No balls, No strikes, 1 out. Runners on 1st, 2nd. Batter hits a fly ball to the infield in front of 3rd base. Umpire calls "Infield Fly if Fair." The 3rd baseman lets it drop in foul territory where it bounces fair. Is the batter out
- A.
  
  Yes
- B.
  
  No
Correct Answer
A. Yes

Explanation
Yes, the batter is out. According to the Infield Fly Rule, if an infield fly is declared, the batter is automatically out, regardless of whether the ball is caught or not. In this case, the umpire called "Infield Fly if Fair" and the ball was intentionally dropped by the 3rd baseman in foul territory. Since the ball was initially fair, the Infield Fly Rule still applies and the batter is out.

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48.

Little League Sr. Rookie/Minors/Majors only. Runners on 1st, 2nd. In a Little League baseball game, with runners on first and second base, the pitcher commits an illegal pitch. The umpire calls balk and advances the runners to second and third
- A.
  
  True
- B.
  
  False
Correct Answer
B. False

Explanation
In a Little League baseball game, if the pitcher commits an illegal pitch, the umpire would not call a balk and advance the runners to second and third base. A balk is a specific type of illegal pitch that occurs when the pitcher makes an illegal movement or action while on the pitcher's mound. In this scenario, since the question does not mention that the pitcher committed a balk, it is incorrect to say that the umpire would call a balk and advance the runners. Therefore, the correct answer is false.

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49.

When over running first base the batter must alway turn to his right when returning to first base.
- A.
  
  True
- B.
  
  False
Correct Answer
B. False

Explanation
When overrunning first base, the batter does not always have to turn to his right when returning to first base. The batter can choose to turn left or continue running straight back to first base, depending on the situation. Therefore, the statement is false.

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North Regina Little League Umpire Exam Level II

Sharp ground ball hit toward the shortstop accidentally hits the runner advancing from second base to third base. The umpire places the batter-runner on second base for a two-base award.

With a runner on second the pitch is fouled off and goes into the parking lot. The umpire gives the catcher a new ball and the catcher throws it to the second baseman covering second base to pick off the runner who has not gotten back to second yet. The base umpire calls the runner out

When the batter takes his/her position in the batter’s box both feet must be within the batter’s box lines.

Bases loaded, two outs. The batter hits a ground ball to F5's left. R2 stops and gets in a run-down and is tagged out after R3 touches home plate. Does R3's run count?

Bases loaded, two outs. The batter hits a hard grounder to F5. F5 falls on his stomach near 3rd base. While holding the ball in his glove, he touches 3rd base with his bare hand before R2 reaches the base. What's the call?

While the runner from first is advancing to 2nd on a base hit, his/her helmet accidentally falls off. The umpire says the use of a helmet is mandatory by all runners and calls the baserunner out for the violation.

The catcher is allowed to wear the extended frame mask without the “dangling” throat protector because of the extension

The centre fielder catches the fly bvall, but while removing it from the glove to throw it back into the infield the centerfielder drops it. the umpire rules a legal catch

A pop fly behind third base is caught by the third baseman but drops it shortly after in entered the glove. The umpire rules it a catch because he/she held it long enough

The winning run in the bottom of the sixth inning can score even if the third out of the inning is a result of a force play

The batter gets set to hit the next pitch. But the batter sets up with both arms in the strike zone. The pitch is made and hits the batter’s arms. The umpire awards the batter 1st base.

The strike zone is that space over home plate, which is between the letters on the uniform and the top of the knees.

To make a call of obstruction there must be contact between the defensive player and the offensive player before the umpire can rule that there was obstruction on the defense

With a runner on third base the batter lofts a high fly ball to left field. The runner tags and starts home, the throw beats the runner by a mile. The runner now is in a rundown between third and home. At the last moment the runner dives headfirst into home. The umpire calls the runner safe.

One out, runner on 1st. Batter hits a quick one-hopper to the 1st baseman. R1 returns to 1st and is tagged while on the bag. The 1st baseman then steps on 1st. Who is out?

No outs, runner on 1st. R1 is stealing 2nd when the batter bunts the ball to the 3rd baseman. R1 is past 2nd when the 3rd baseman's throw to 1st goes into the stands. Place R1 and BR.

One out, runner on 1st, who is attempting to steal 2nd. The catcher interferes with the batter, who strikes out, and then throws out R1 at 2nd base. What penalties do you impose?

Batter hits a grounder to short. The shortstop throws high and the 1st baseman throws his glove and hits the ball. Place the BR.

Two outs, runner on 1st. Grounder to the shortstop who throws the ball into the stands trying to retire the batter. R1 is not at 2nd at the time of the throw. Place R1 and the batter.

One out, bases loaded. Grounder to the 3rd baseman who steps on 3rd and then throws the ball into the stands trying to retire the BR. R1 had reached 2nd before the throw but R3 and the BR had not reached their next base before the throw. Place R1, R3 and the BR.

No outs, runner on 2nd. Grounder to short. The shortstop throws the ball into the stands attempting to pick the BR off 1st after he had made a wide turn. R2 was past 3rd at the time of the throw. Place R2 and the Batter.

Batter hits a single to right. The right fielder throws to first attempting to retire the batter after he makes a wide turn at 1st. The throw goes out-of-play. At the moment the ball went out-of-play the batter had already turned at 2nd. Place the runner.

With a count of 0-2, the batter steps out of the batter's box while the pitcher is in his windup. The pitcher delivers the pitch anyway; the pitch does not enter the strike zone. What is your call?

"Time" is automatically called when the batter steps out of the batter's box?

The batter is legally in the box with one foot completely in the box and the other foot on the line of the box?

One out, runner on first. Batter hits an inside-the-park homerun. R1 misses home plate. Following a sliding tag play at home on which the BR is ruled safe, R1 returns and touches the plate. The catcher properly appeals to you that R1 missed the plate. What is the call?

Two outs, runners on second and third. Batter triples, apparently scoring both R3 and R2. The defense appeals that R2 missed third, and you agree, calling him out. How many runs do you allow?

Runners on 2nd, 3rd. Runner on 2nd steals 3rd base on a wild pitch. Is R3 forced to leave the base

Batter hits ball to an infielder. The infielder makes a wild throw to 1st base which hits the coach and flies into right field

Batter hits the ball and it settles on home plate

Ball hits 2nd base

Ball hits the foul pole

No balls, 2 strikes, No outs. A batter with two strikes is hit on his fist while swinging at the pitch

The pitch bounces before it reaches home plate. After bouncing, the pitch hits the batter

Ball hits bat in fair territory and settles in foul territory

No balls, No strikes, 1 out. Runners on 1st, 2nd. Batter hits a fly ball to the infield in front of 3rd base. Umpire calls "Infield Fly if Fair." The 3rd baseman lets it drop in foul territory where it bounces fair. Is the batter out

Little League Sr. Rookie/Minors/Majors only. Runners on 1st, 2nd. In a Little League baseball game, with runners on first and second base, the pitcher commits an illegal pitch. The umpire calls balk and advances the runners to second and third

When over running first base the batter must alway turn to his right when returning to first base.