Football Questions: Multiple Choice! Quiz
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What is the penalty in the NFL for an invalid fair-catch signal?
- A.
Twenty Yards
- B.
Five Yards
- C.
Ten Yards
- D.
Fifteen Yards
Correct Answer
B. Five YardsExplanation
An invalid fair-catch signal in the NFL results in a penalty of five yards. This penalty is imposed when a player signals for a fair catch but fails to catch the ball or if another player interferes with the catch attempt. The purpose of this penalty is to ensure fair play and protect the receiving team during punt plays.Rate this question:
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- 2.
What is the penalty in the NFL for running into the kicker?
- A.
Fifteen Yard Penalty
- B.
Five Yard Penalty
- C.
Twenty Yard Penalty
- D.
Ten Yard Penalty
Correct Answer
B. Five Yard PenaltyExplanation
In the NFL, the penalty for running into the kicker is a five-yard penalty. This means that if a player on the opposing team makes contact with the kicker after the kick has been attempted, the team that kicked the ball will be awarded an additional five yards. This penalty is designed to protect the kicker and prevent unnecessary roughness.Rate this question:
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- 3.
What is the penalty in the NFL for the second forward pass behind the line?
- A.
Twenty Yard Penalty
- B.
Five Yard Penalty
- C.
Ten Yard Penalty
- D.
Fifteen Yard Penalty
Correct Answer
B. Five Yard PenaltyExplanation
In the NFL, if a team attempts a second forward pass behind the line of scrimmage, it results in a five-yard penalty. This penalty is enforced because the NFL rules only allow one forward pass per play, and attempting a second forward pass is considered an illegal action. The five-yard penalty serves as a deterrent and penalty for this rule violation.Rate this question:
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- 4.
What is the penalty in the NFL for tripping?
- A.
Five Yard Penalty
- B.
Twenty Yard Penalty
- C.
Ten Yard Penalty
- D.
Fifteen Yard Penalty
Correct Answer
C. Ten Yard PenaltyExplanation
In the NFL, the penalty for tripping is a ten-yard penalty. Tripping is considered a personal foul and is penalized to discourage players from intentionally obstructing opponents by using their legs or feet. This penalty can have a significant impact on the game as it sets the offending team back ten yards, making it more difficult for them to advance and potentially leading to a loss of possession or a disadvantageous field position.Rate this question:
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- 5.
How many yards is the penalty in the NFL for fair catch interference?
- A.
Ten-Yard Penalty
- B.
Five-Yard Penalty
- C.
Fifteen-Yard Penalty
- D.
Twenty-Yard Penalty
Correct Answer
C. Fifteen-Yard PenaltyExplanation
In the NFL, if a player interferes with a fair catch, a fifteen-yard penalty is imposed. This means that if a player from the opposing team interferes with the player attempting to catch the ball after signaling for a fair catch, the team that called for the fair catch will be awarded a fifteen-yard penalty. This penalty is designed to discourage players from interfering with the fair catch, which is a safety measure to protect the receiving player.Rate this question:
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- 6.
How many yards is the penalty in the NFL for illegally helping the runner?
- A.
Twenty
- B.
Ten
- C.
Five
- D.
Fifteen
Correct Answer
B. TenExplanation
In the NFL, the penalty for illegally helping the runner is ten yards. This means that if a player on the offense assists or pushes the ball carrier forward, the team will be penalized and moved back ten yards from the original line of scrimmage. This penalty is enforced to maintain fairness and prevent any unfair advantage gained by the offense through illegal means.Rate this question:
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- 7.
In the NFL what happens when the 30-second rule is violated more than twice for the same down?
- A.
Loss Of Down
- B.
Loss Of Fifteen Yards
- C.
Loss Of Five Yards
- D.
Loss Of Ball
Correct Answer
B. Loss Of Fifteen YardsExplanation
When the 30-second rule is violated more than twice for the same down in the NFL, the penalty is a loss of fifteen yards. This means that the offending team will be moved back fifteen yards from their current position on the field. The violation of the 30-second rule refers to the offense taking too much time to start the next play after the previous play has ended. This penalty serves as a deterrent for teams to maintain a reasonable pace of play and keep the game flowing smoothly.Rate this question:
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- 8.
How long is the typical halftime in the NFL?
- A.
60 Minutes
- B.
15 Minutes
- C.
20 Minutes
- D.
30 Minutes
Correct Answer
B. 15 MinutesExplanation
The typical halftime in the NFL is 15 minutes. This allows players to rest, hydrate, and receive coaching adjustments from their coaches. It also gives the teams time to review their strategies and make any necessary changes for the second half of the game. The shorter halftime duration helps to maintain the flow and pace of the game, ensuring that it does not become too lengthy or drawn out.Rate this question:
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- 9.
What uniform number did Cincinnati retire for NFL great Bob Johnson?
- A.
12
- B.
54
- C.
45
- D.
99
Correct Answer
B. 54Explanation
Cincinnati retired the uniform number 54 for NFL great Bob Johnson.Rate this question:
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- 10.
What uniform number did Cleveland retire for NFL great Ernie Davis?
- A.
#11
- B.
#32
- C.
#40
- D.
#45
Correct Answer
D. #45Explanation
Cleveland retired the uniform number #45 for NFL great Ernie Davis.Rate this question:
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- 11.
What uniform number did Kansas City retire for NFL great Abner Haynes?
- A.
29
- B.
22
- C.
28
- D.
1
Correct Answer
C. 28Explanation
Kansas City retired the uniform number 28 for NFL great Abner Haynes.Rate this question:
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- 12.
What uniform number did Kansas City retire for NFL great Buck Buchanan?
- A.
86
- B.
88
- C.
12
- D.
1
Correct Answer
A. 86Explanation
Kansas City retired the uniform number 86 for NFL great Buck Buchanan.Rate this question:
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- 13.
What uniform number did the New England Patriots retire for NFL great Gino Cappelletti?
- A.
#66
- B.
#23
- C.
#20
- D.
#11
Correct Answer
C. #20Explanation
The New England Patriots retired uniform number #20 in honor of NFL great Gino Cappelletti.Rate this question:
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- 14.
What uniform number did New England retire for NFL great Bob Dee?
- A.
11
- B.
89
- C.
9
- D.
21
Correct Answer
B. 89Explanation
New England retired the uniform number 89 for NFL great Bob Dee.Rate this question:
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- 15.
What uniform number did Arizona retire for NFL great Stan Mauldin?
- A.
22
- B.
7
- C.
45
- D.
77
Correct Answer
D. 77Explanation
The correct answer is 77. This is the uniform number that Arizona retired for NFL great Stan Mauldin.Rate this question:
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- 16.
What uniform did the Arizona Cardinals retire for NFL great Marshall Goldberg?
- A.
#88
- B.
#77
- C.
#11
- D.
#99
Correct Answer
D. #99Explanation
The Arizona Cardinals retired the uniform number #99 in honor of NFL great Marshall Goldberg.Rate this question:
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- 17.
Which team retired NFL great Chuck Hughes' uniform number?
- A.
Detroit Lions
- B.
Minnesota Vikings
- C.
Chicago Bears
- D.
Green Bay Packers
Correct Answer
A. Detroit LionsExplanation
Chuck Hughes played for the Detroit Lions from 1967 to 1971. He tragically passed away during a game in 1971, making him the only NFL player to die on the field during a game. As a tribute to him, the Detroit Lions retired his uniform number, which is why the correct answer is the Detroit Lions.Rate this question:
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- 18.
What NFL team retired the number 12 for the fans "the 12th man"?
- A.
Packers
- B.
Jets
- C.
None
- D.
Seahawks
Correct Answer
D. SeahawksExplanation
The Seattle Seahawks retired the number 12 in honor of their fans, who are known as the "12th man." The team's fans are renowned for their passionate support and loud cheering during games, often creating a deafening home-field advantage for the Seahawks. The retirement of the number 12 symbolizes the importance and impact of the fans on the team's success.Rate this question:
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Which of these running backs was taken earliest in the 1988 NFL Draft?
- A.
Thurman Thomas
- B.
John Stephens
- C.
Tony Jeffery
- D.
Lorenzo White
Correct Answer
B. John StepHensExplanation
John Stephens was taken earliest in the 1988 NFL Draft because he was selected as the 17th overall pick by the New England Patriots. Thurman Thomas was chosen as the 40th overall pick by the Buffalo Bills, Tony Jeffery was not drafted in the 1988 NFL Draft, and Lorenzo White was selected as the 22nd overall pick by the Houston Oilers.Rate this question:
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- 20.
Which QB led the NFL in yards passing during the 2000 season?
- A.
Kurt Warner
- B.
Jeff Garcia
- C.
Daunte Cullpepper
- D.
Peyton Manning
Correct Answer
D. Peyton ManningExplanation
Peyton Manning led the NFL in yards passing during the 2000 season. This can be inferred from the question which asks for the quarterback who achieved this feat.Rate this question:
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- 21.
Which quarterback threw for the most yards in 2001?
- A.
Jake Plummer
- B.
Jay Fiedler
- C.
Brett Favre
- D.
Jeff Garcia
Correct Answer
C. Brett FavreExplanation
Brett Favre is the correct answer because he threw for the most yards in 2001.Rate this question:
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- 22.
In 2001, who was the NFL's top rusher?
- A.
Marshall Faulk
- B.
Stephen Davis
- C.
Garrison Hearst
- D.
Priest Holmes
Correct Answer
D. Priest HolmesExplanation
Priest Holmes was the NFL's top rusher in 2001. This means that he had the highest number of rushing yards among all players in the league during that year.Rate this question:
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Who was the NFL's second top rusher in 2001?
- A.
Curtis Martin
- B.
Priest Holmes
- C.
Emmitt Smith
- D.
Marshall Faulk
Correct Answer
A. Curtis MartinExplanation
Curtis Martin was the NFL's second top rusher in 2001. This means that he had the second highest number of rushing yards among all players in the NFL during that year.Rate this question:
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Which NFL team did not have a 1,000 yard rusher in 2001?
- A.
Jets
- B.
Rams
- C.
Redskins
- D.
Giants
Correct Answer
D. GiantsExplanation
In 2001, the Giants did not have a 1,000 yard rusher. This means that no player on the Giants' team was able to accumulate 1,000 rushing yards during that season.Rate this question:
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In 1995, which rookie led the AFC in rushing?
- A.
Thurman Thomas
- B.
Curtis Martin
- C.
Edgerrin James
- D.
Terrell Davis
Correct Answer
B. Curtis MartinExplanation
Curtis Martin is the correct answer because he led the AFC in rushing as a rookie in 1995. This means that out of all the rookie players in the AFC that year, Martin had the highest rushing yards.Rate this question:
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Who led the NFL in rushing yards in 1991 and 1992?
- A.
Emmitt Smith
- B.
Thurman Thomas
- C.
Eric Dickerson
- D.
Terrell Davis
Correct Answer
A. Emmitt SmithExplanation
Emmitt Smith is the correct answer because he led the NFL in rushing yards in both 1991 and 1992. During those years, Smith played for the Dallas Cowboys and showcased his exceptional skills as a running back. He was a key player in the Cowboys' success during that time, helping them win back-to-back Super Bowl championships in 1992 and 1993. Smith's consistent performance and ability to gain significant rushing yards made him a dominant force in the league during the early 1990s.Rate this question:
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What team did Eric Dickerson rush for in 1988?
- A.
Jets
- B.
Colts
- C.
Rams
- D.
Lions
Correct Answer
B. ColtsExplanation
In 1988, Eric Dickerson rushed for the Colts.Rate this question:
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- 28.
What rookie led the NFL in rushing yards in 1983?
- A.
George Rogers
- B.
Eric Dickerson
- C.
Emmitt Smith
- D.
Herschel Walker
Correct Answer
B. Eric DickersonExplanation
Eric Dickerson led the NFL in rushing yards in 1983. This can be inferred from the question which asks for the rookie who achieved this feat. Among the given options, Eric Dickerson is the only rookie who is known for his exceptional rushing abilities and had a standout season in 1983, making him the correct answer.Rate this question:
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Who finished second in NFL rushing yards in 1999?
- A.
Barry Sanders
- B.
Terrell Davis
- C.
Stephen Davis
- D.
Curtis Martin
Correct Answer
C. StepHen DavisExplanation
In 1999, Stephen Davis finished second in NFL rushing yards.Rate this question:
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What team did Nat Moore star on in the NFL?
- A.
Dolphins
- B.
Jets
- C.
Rams
- D.
Seahawks
Correct Answer
A. DolpHinsExplanation
Nat Moore starred on the Dolphins team in the NFL.Rate this question:
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