Basic Volleyball Rule Violations Quiz

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What gesture indicates a BLOCKING FAULT in volleyball?

Make a circular motion with the forefinger

Cross the forearms in front of the chest, hands open

Slowly lift the forearm, palm of the hand facing upwards

Raise eight fingers, spread open (correct)

How is a CATCH indicated by the referee in volleyball?

Indicate the respective side of the net

Raise both thumbs vertically

Point the arm and fingers toward the floor

Raise two fingers, spread open (correct)

In volleyball, what does it mean when the referee points to the center line or respective line?

A ball being in play

A blocking fault

A double fault

A penetration violation (correct)

BALL TOUCHED is demonstrated by which gesture in volleyball?

Brush with the palm of one hand the fingers of the other, held vertically Signup and view all the answers

Which gesture is used to show a REACHING BEYOND THE NET violation in volleyball?

Place a hand above the net, palm facing downwards Signup and view all the answers

What does it mean when a referee raises four fingers spread open in volleyball?

FOUR HITS Signup and view all the answers

What is the correct sequence for executing an overhead serve in volleyball?

Hold the ball, toss it 2-3 feet, and hit it with the strong hand Signup and view all the answers

What should a player do to prepare for a sidearm serve in volleyball?

Hold the ball low with the dominant hand near the waist Signup and view all the answers

What is a common mistake players make when executing an overhead serve?

Tossing the ball behind instead of in front Signup and view all the answers

Why is it important to use the strong and hard surface of the dominant hand for an overhead serve?

To generate power and speed Signup and view all the answers

In volleyball, what does spiking refer to?

Effectively hitting the ball over the net into the opposing court Signup and view all the answers

What is one way a player can signal a change of courts during a volleyball match?

Perform a spinning motion with extended arms Signup and view all the answers

When playing volleyball, what must the ball do after being hit, according to the rules?

Rebound from the hit. Signup and view all the answers

What area must the ball cross over on the net during a volleyball game?

Between the antennas and their imaginary extension. Signup and view all the answers

What is the consequence of catching or throwing the ball in volleyball?

It is illegal and results in a point for the opposing team. Signup and view all the answers

In volleyball, when is it illegal to attack the ball on the opponent's side of the net?

When the ball is completely on the other side of the net. Signup and view all the answers

Under what circumstances can a blocker legally reach over the net to block in volleyball?

After 3 hits when the ball isn't on its vertical plane. Signup and view all the answers

When can a blocker legally reach over and block the ball in volleyball according to official rules?

When there is no opponent able to make a play on the ball as it crosses. Signup and view all the answers