Football: A Family of Sports

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Which of the following sports is NOT considered a form of football?

  • Gridiron Football
  • Rugby Union Football
  • Basketball (correct)
  • Association Football

In which countries is association football referred to as "soccer"?

  • China, Japan, South Korea, Vietnam
  • Australia, Canada, South Africa, the United States (correct)
  • England, France, Spain, Germany
  • Brazil, Argentina, Uruguay, Portugal

What is the common link between the various forms of football?

  • They all share a common set of rules and regulations.
  • They all use a ball that can be kicked and thrown.
  • They all originated from the same single sport. (correct)
  • They all involve using a rectangular field.

Which of the following is NOT considered a "football code"?

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The term "football" when unqualified, generally refers to which sport?

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Flashcards

Football

A family of team sports involving kicking a ball to score a goal.

Association Football

Also known as soccer, it is a popular form of football worldwide.

Gridiron Football

Includes American football, arena football, and Canadian football, known for its unique rules and gameplay.

Football Codes

Various forms of football that share common origins and rules, like rugby and soccer.

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Gaelic Football

A form of football originating in Ireland, combining elements of soccer and rugby.

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Study Notes

Football: A Family of Sports

  • Football is a family of team sports focused on kicking a ball to score.
  • The term "football" usually refers to the most popular form in a given region.
  • Various football codes exist, including:
    • Association football (soccer)
    • Australian rules football
    • Gaelic football
    • Gridiron football (American, arena, Canadian)
    • International rules football
    • Rugby league football
    • Rugby union football
  • These codes share some common origins.

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