1.
The pack is defined as (check all that apply)
Correct Answer
B. In-bounds blockers skating or standing in proximity and containing members from both teams
Explanation
4.1.1 - The pack is defined by the largest group of in bounds Blockers skating or standing in proximity and containing members from both teams.
4.1.1.1 - The pack is comprised of the Blockers. The Jammers are not part of the pack.
4.1.1.2 - Proximity is defined as not more than 10 feet (3 m) (as measured from the hips) in front of or behind the nearest pack skater.
4.1.1.3 - In order to form a pack, a team must have at least one Blocker on the track at all times.
2.
What happens in this situation? One group of 3 Blue and 1 red, 11ft behind them there is 3 Red and 1 blue skating counter clockwise around the track
Correct Answer
B. No pack is called
Explanation
4.1.2 - When two or more groups of Blockers equal in number are on the track, are more than 10 feet (3 m) from one another, and no single group meets the pack definition, no pack can be defined. Skaters will be issued a penalty for intentionally creating a no pack situation, or destroying the pack (see Section 6.10.2). Both teams are responsible for maintaining a legally defined pack. A skater or group of skaters is always responsible for the consequences of their actions. If their actions create a no pack situation (except those covered in Section 6.10.2.3), they should be penalized as directed in Sections 6.10.9–6.10.20.
3.
How is distance measured for determining the pack and engagement zone?
Correct Answer
A. Between the skaters hips
Explanation
4.1.2.1 - Distances for determining the pack and the Engagement Zone are measured as the shortest distance parallel to the track boundary between skaters’ hips (see Glossary for “hips”).
4.
Who will receive a major illegal procedure false start in a jam for the team(s) that did not field enough blockers in proper pre jam position?
Correct Answer
B. The pivot
Explanation
4.2.1.1.1 - It is required that the majority of on the track Blockers from each team begin in this pre-jam positioning. A major Illegal Procedure false start penalty will be assessed to the Pivot in that jam of the team(s) that did not field enough Blockers in proper pre-jam position (see Section 6.13.37).
5.
Proper pre jam positioning is all blockers in front of the jammers but behind the pivot line and in front of the jam line
Correct Answer
A. True
Explanation
The proper pre-jam positioning in roller derby involves having all blockers positioned in front of the jammers but behind the pivot line and in front of the jam line. This positioning allows the blockers to create a defensive wall to protect their jammer and impede the opposing team's jammer. Being in front of the jam line also ensures that the blockers are in the correct starting position for the jam to begin. Therefore, the statement is true.
6.
When do non pivot blockers have to line up behind the pivot's hips in pre jam positioning?
Correct Answer
B. When the pivot is upright and touching the pivot line
Explanation
4.2.3 - Non-Pivot Blocker starting positions: Blockers line up behind the Pivots as demarked by the hips. If a Pivot is not upright and on the Pivot Line, non-Pivot Blockers are not required to line up behind that Pivot.
7.
Blockers need to line up behind their pivots in their regular lane position (1-2-3-4) to avoid false start penalties
Correct Answer
B. False
Explanation
4.2.5 - Blockers may line up in any order behind the Pivots.
8.
A blocker that is more than 20 ft in front or behind the pack must receive a warning from the referee before receiving an out of play penalty
Correct Answer
B. False
Explanation
4.3.3.1 - A Blocker who is more than 20 feet (6 m) in front of or behind the pack MAY receive an out of play warning by a referee. However, a referee is NOT required to issue a warning prior to giving a penalty. Once out of play, a Blocker must yield the right of way to the opposing Jammer by physically moving out of the Jammer’s path. Any engagement, including passive/positional blocking, can result in a penalty (see Section 6.10 - Out of Play Penalties).
9.
A referee has called you our of play as you are more then 20ft in front of the pack. How do you get back into the engagement zone from your current position?
Correct Answer
C. Drop back by skating backwards or turning around skating clockwise
Explanation
4.3.3.2 - A Blocker who is out of play must re-enter the Engagement Zone in the opposite way that Blocker left.
4.3.3.2.1 - If the Blocker exited the front of the Engagement Zone, that Blocker must drop back to be considered in play.
4.3.3.2.2 - To regain position in the pack after having fallen behind, a Blocker must return to the back of the pack by skating within the track boundaries to be considered back in play.
4.3.3.2.3 - Any Blocker who re-enters the Engagement Zone in an illegal manner, such as lapping the pack or being lapped by the pack, is subject to penalties (see Section 6.10.14 and Section 6.10.15).
10.
In-bounds jammers can only engage each other while within the engagement zone
Correct Answer
B. False
Explanation
4.3.4 - The Jammers may engage each other anywhere inside the track boundaries for the duration of the jam. When a Jammer is outside of the Engagement Zone the Jammer may only engage the opposing Jammer (see Section 6.10.3).
11.
Jammers maybe accelerating at the jam starting whistle
Correct Answer
B. False
Explanation
4.4.2 - Jammers may not be accelerating at the jam-starting whistle. They are, however, permitted to be moving, coasting, or braking.
12.
Out of play skaters may still positionally block opposing team members as long as there is no physical contact
Correct Answer
B. False
Explanation
5.1.1.2 - Only skaters who are in play (as defined in Section 4.3.2) may skate in front of an opposing skater to impede the opposing skater’s movement on the track. Positional blocking need not include contact.
13.
As an in-bounds,in play, counter clockwise skating or stepping skater you may block or engage the following (check all that apply)
Correct Answer(s)
A. Skaters that are stopped on the track
B. Clock wise skating/stepping skaters
C. Counter clockwise skating/stepping skaters
D. Skaters with both skates off the floor
Explanation
5.1.1.3 - Only skaters who are stepping and/or skating in the counter-clockwise direction may execute a block. It is illegal to block while at a standstill and while moving in the clockwise direction. This includes positional blocking.
5.1.1.4 - It is legal to block skaters who are standing on the track.
5.1.1.5 - It is legal to block skaters who are skating and/or stepping clockwise or counter-clockwise on the track.
5.1.4.4 - Skaters may not execute a block on an opponent who is down, falling, or getting up after a fall. Skaters are considered down if they have fallen, been knocked to the ground, have either or both knees on the ground, or have both hands on the ground. After going down or falling, a skater is considered down until the skater is standing, stepping, and/or skating. Stationary standing skaters are not considered down.
14.
Check all the legal blocking zones
Correct Answer(s)
B. Chest
D. Upper Thigh
E. Back
F. Booty
Explanation
Refere to section 5.3 Blocking Zone Diagrams in your WFTDA rule book
15.
Check all legal target zones
Correct Answer(s)
B. Shoulders
F. Outside of the bra strap line
G. Chest
H. Upper thighs
K. Sides and front of hips
Explanation
Refer to section 5.3 diagram 2 in your WFTDA rule book
16.
Who is responsible for the legality of a block?
Correct Answer
A. The initiator
Explanation
5.1.2 - The skater who makes contact with a target zone of an opponent is considered the initiator of the block. The initiator of the block is always responsible for the legality of their contact.
17.
You are holding the inside line when the opposing jammer decides to jump the apex. As she is mid air with her chest facing you, you nail her hard with a shoulder to her sternum, sending her flying into the center of the track and taking out 2 NSO's What happens next? (check all that apply)
Correct Answer(s)
D. You get high fives from all your team mates and that jammer will never try that again with you on the line
E. You executed a legal hit on an in-bounds skater, there willbe no penalty issued
Explanation
6.8.11 - There is no penalty for blocking a skater who has jumped off both skates and left contact with the track from in bounds
18.
A skater may not execute a block unless she has both skates on the floor
Correct Answer
B. False
Explanation
5.1.4.3 - Skaters must have at LEAST one skate on the floor when executing a block