WFTDA Skills Practice Test
Use this practice test to prepare for your team's WFTDA Basic Skills written exam.
This Exam covers Sections 1 through 2.5 of the WFTDA Standardized Flat Track Roller Derby Rules.
After you answer, there will be a feedback box that states from which section in the WFTDA rules book that particular question was taken.
- 1.
Teams shall consist of :
- A.
A minimum of 20 Skaters that have passed the Minimum Skill Requirements established by WFTDA.
- B.
A maximum of 20 Skaters, the majority of which have passed the Minimum Skills Requirements established by WFTDA
- C.
A Maximum of 20 skaters that have passed the Minimum Skills Requirements established by WFTDA
Correct Answer
C. A Maximum of 20 skaters that have passed the Minimum Skills Requirements established by WFTDAExplanation
1.1 Teams shall consist of a max of 20 skaters that have passed the minimum skills requirements established by WFTDA.Rate this question:
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- 2.
What is the maximum amount of rostered skaters for a specific game?
- A.
20
- B.
16
- C.
14
- D.
10
Correct Answer
C. 14Explanation
1.2 At most, 14 skaters may be on the roster for a specific game. Leagues may rotate their game roster from their team roster between games
1.3 During a tournament, leagues may substitute alternates from their team roster. If a skater is pulled from a tournament and replaced with an alternate, she may re-enter the tournament in a subsequent game.Rate this question:
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- 3.
A Derby team may lay the track using a high contrast track boundary marker to dimensions that are best suited for the venue.
- A.
True
- B.
False
Correct Answer
B. FalseExplanation
2.1.1 For regulation inter-league games, the track shall be based on the specifications in Appendix B. THE METHOD OF MARKING DIMENSIONS (tape, rope, etc) ... are subject to the restrictions of the venue; however, the track MUST be the standardized dimensions.Rate this question:
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- 4.
Acceptable surfaces for skating a roller derby bout are;
- A.
Painted metal, concrete, and wood
- B.
Game court, wood, or painted/polished concrete
- C.
Painted wood, polished metal, wood, and concrete
Correct Answer
B. Game court, wood, or painted/polished concreteExplanation
2.1.2 The track surface shall be clean, flat, and suitable for roller skating. Acceptable surfaces include polished or painted concrete, wood, or game court floors.Rate this question:
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- 5.
The skating surface and boundary line colors can be similar.
- A.
True
- B.
False
Correct Answer
B. FalseExplanation
2.1.2.1 The skating surface and boundary line colors must meet the definition of HIGH CONTRAST beyond a reasonable doubt or the Head Ref shall request the venue use colors that meet that definition. (For definition of High Contrast, see WFTDA Rules section 2.1)Rate this question:
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- 6.
The track boundaries must be marked by a raised boundary. What are the minimum and maximum heights for this boundary? ( " is inches)
- A.
At least 1/2" but no more than 5"
- B.
At least 3" but no more than 3.5"
- C.
At least 1/4" but no more than 2"
- D.
At least .25" but no more than 3.0"
Correct Answer
C. At least 1/4" but no more than 2"Explanation
2.1.3 The track boundaries must be marked by a raised boundary at least on quarter inch (0.25) and no more than two (2) inches in height in such a way that is highly visible to skaters and officials and does not present a safety hazard to skaters.Rate this question:
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- 7.
The track boundary must be consistent in height and width throughout the ENTIRE boundary.
- A.
True
- B.
False
Correct Answer
A. TrueExplanation
This question is the last line in Rules 2.1.3Rate this question:
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- 8.
Only rostered skaters and up to 4 support staff persons are allowed inside the designated team areas around the track.
- A.
True
- B.
False
Correct Answer
B. FalseExplanation
2.1.4 The track area will include chairs or benches in designated team areas, either in the infield or on the sidelines. Only those skaters who are on the roster FOR THAT GAME may sit or stand in the designated team area. Up toTWO support staff (team managers, coaches, or other non-skating players) per team are allowed in this area during a bout.Rate this question:
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- 9.
If a skater's wheel touches the boundary marker, she has gone out of bounds.
- A.
True
- B.
False
Correct Answer
B. FalseExplanation
2.1.7 The track and the boundary marker line are considered in bounds.
(so, your skate wheel(s) would have to cross the whole boundary before you are considered out of bounds)Rate this question:
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- 10.
A Roller Derby Bout is composed of;
- A.
Sixty minutes of play with a 30 minute halftime.
- B.
Sixty minutes of play, 2 periods of 20 minutes and a 20 minute halftime
- C.
Sixty minutes of play divided into 2 periods of 30 minutes played between 2 teams
Correct Answer
C. Sixty minutes of play divided into 2 periods of 30 minutes played between 2 teamsExplanation
2.2.1 A bout or game is composed of sixty minutes of play divided into 2 periods of thirty minutes played between 2 teams.Rate this question:
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- 11.
The team with the most points at the end of the game WINS!
- A.
True
- B.
False
Correct Answer
A. TrueExplanation
2.2.2 This question is a direct quote from Section 2.2 Structure in the WFTDA Rules Set from 5/26/2010Rate this question:
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- 12.
When two or more games are combined into a single "Double Header" event, games can be staggered by periods or played in full, one at a time depending upon:
- A.
The home team's decision.
- B.
The Head Referee for that particular event.
- C.
The agreement between the teams involved.
Correct Answer
C. The agreement between the teams involved.Explanation
2.2.3 question + answer = direct quote from rules.Rate this question:
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- 13.
The period begins when the designated official blows the first jam whistle. What will it sound like?
- A.
One short (rapid) whistle blast
- B.
Two Long whistle blasts
- C.
One long whistle blast
- D.
Four short (rapid) whistle blasts
Correct Answer
C. One long whistle blastExplanation
2.3.1 "The signal will be one long whistle blast."Rate this question:
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- 14.
Halftime between periods MUST be:
- A.
20 minutes long
- B.
At least 5 minutes long
- C.
At least 15 minutes long
Correct Answer
B. At least 5 minutes longExplanation
Halftime between periods must be at least 5 minutes long to allow players to rest, rehydrate, and receive instructions from their coaches. This break is essential for the players to recover their energy and strategize for the next half of the game. A shorter break may not provide enough time for these necessary activities, which could negatively impact the players' performance and overall gameplay. Therefore, halftime must be at least 5 minutes long.Rate this question:
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- 15.
The period ends when the last jam reaches its natural conclusion. This may extend past the point when the period clock reaches 0:00.
- A.
True
- B.
False
Correct Answer
A. TrueExplanation
2.3.3 The period ends when the last jam reaches its natural conclusion. (Further info on Jams in section 2.4) This may extend past the point when the period clock reaches zero (0.00).Rate this question:
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- 16.
If there are 30 seconds or fewer left on the period clock and the Hostess City Hellions call a timeout, there will be one more jam.
- A.
True
- B.
False
Correct Answer
A. TrueExplanation
2.3.4 If thirty (30) seconds or fewer remain on the period clock when a jam ends, there will not be another jam started for that period, UNLESS A TIMEOUT IS CALLED. (Section 2.6 for more info on timeouts.)Rate this question:
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- 17.
The maximum number of Jams allowed in a single bout is:
- A.
35
- B.
80
- C.
Unlimited
Correct Answer
C. UnlimitedExplanation
2.4.1Rate this question:
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- 18.
A team will be forced to skate shorthanded if all of their skaters are not in position on the track when the jam starts.
- A.
True
- B.
False
Correct Answer
A. TrueExplanation
2.4.4 If all skaters are not on the track and ready to start the next jam after the allotted time, the jam will start without the missing skater(s) and the team will skate short for that jam.Rate this question:
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- 19.
If a Jammer is not on the track when a jam starting whistle blows,
- A.
The Jammer will be permitted on the track after a one minute false start penalty
- B.
The Jammer will be permitted to yield to opposing jammer before entering at the back of the pack.
- C.
The Jammer will not be permitted to join the jam in progress, not penalty will be issued.
Correct Answer
C. The Jammer will not be permitted to join the jam in progress, not penalty will be issued.Explanation
2.4.4.1.1 Direct quote.Rate this question:
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- 20.
A pivot is permitted to put on her helmet panty
- A.
After a Jam has started, but only having had it in her possession prior to the start of the jam.
- B.
Whenever she can get her coach to throw it to her as she passes by the bench.
- C.
Only after going to the box for improper procedure, upon leaving she can put on hewr helmet panty.
- D.
Pivots must have helmet panties on prior to the start of the jam.
Correct Answer
A. After a Jam has started, but only having had it in her possession prior to the start of the jam.Explanation
2.4.4.2 "Pivots are permitted to put on their helmet covers after the jam has started. However, each Pivot (and Jammer for that matter) must have her helmet cover in hand before the jam starting whistle.
The moral of the story is, helmet covers cannot enter a jam in progress.Rate this question:
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