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What action is a defender prohibited from taking while trying to deflect the ball?
What action is a defender prohibited from taking while trying to deflect the ball?
When does the seven-yard rule cease to be in effect for defenders?
When does the seven-yard rule cease to be in effect for defenders?
What occurs when the quarterback's flags are pulled behind the line of scrimmage?
What occurs when the quarterback's flags are pulled behind the line of scrimmage?
What is the penalty for unsportsmanlike conduct committed by the defense?
What is the penalty for unsportsmanlike conduct committed by the defense?
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What happens if a player receives two unsportsmanlike conduct penalties during a game?
What happens if a player receives two unsportsmanlike conduct penalties during a game?
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What must be worn with official NFL FLAG jerseys during play?
What must be worn with official NFL FLAG jerseys during play?
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What is the total duration of a game played in NFL FLAG?
What is the total duration of a game played in NFL FLAG?
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Which of the following actions is considered illegal trash talking?
Which of the following actions is considered illegal trash talking?
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What can officials do if trash talking continues after a warning?
What can officials do if trash talking continues after a warning?
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How many timeouts does each team have per half in NFL FLAG games?
How many timeouts does each team have per half in NFL FLAG games?
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What is an example of taunting during the game?
What is an example of taunting during the game?
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What happens in the event of a tie at the end of regulation play?
What happens in the event of a tie at the end of regulation play?
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What is the point value for a touchdown in NFL FLAG?
What is the point value for a touchdown in NFL FLAG?
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Which of the following actions is NOT permitted by the quarterback during play?
Which of the following actions is NOT permitted by the quarterback during play?
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What is the point value of a safety in NFL FLAG?
What is the point value of a safety in NFL FLAG?
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What occurs if the snap clock runs out without the ball being snapped?
What occurs if the snap clock runs out without the ball being snapped?
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What must happen for a player to be considered inbounds after making a reception?
What must happen for a player to be considered inbounds after making a reception?
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What occurs if a pass is not thrown within the quarterback's seven-second pass clock?
What occurs if a pass is not thrown within the quarterback's seven-second pass clock?
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What is the positioning requirement for players rushing the quarterback?
What is the positioning requirement for players rushing the quarterback?
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What is the result of a player jumping or leaping to avoid a defensive player?
What is the result of a player jumping or leaping to avoid a defensive player?
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When may substitutions be made in the game?
When may substitutions be made in the game?
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What happens to the ball carrier's status once the ball is advanced beyond the line of scrimmage?
What happens to the ball carrier's status once the ball is advanced beyond the line of scrimmage?
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What will occur if the ball carrier's flag is pulled?
What will occur if the ball carrier's flag is pulled?
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Which of the following actions is NOT permitted while advancing the ball?
Which of the following actions is NOT permitted while advancing the ball?
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How many plays does the offensive team have to cross midfield?
How many plays does the offensive team have to cross midfield?
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What happens if a player’s flag falls off during a play while they have possession?
What happens if a player’s flag falls off during a play while they have possession?
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What must teams do after the first half concludes?
What must teams do after the first half concludes?
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How many players must be on the field at all times?
How many players must be on the field at all times?
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What are players not allowed to do in terms of blocking?
What are players not allowed to do in terms of blocking?
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What occurs if the offensive team fails to score after four plays?
What occurs if the offensive team fails to score after four plays?
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What occurs if a player has no flags in their belt when they take possession of the ball?
What occurs if a player has no flags in their belt when they take possession of the ball?
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How long does halftime last in the game?
How long does halftime last in the game?
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What is the penalty for illegal motion in flag football?
What is the penalty for illegal motion in flag football?
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Which of the following penalties results in a ten-yard penalty and automatic first down?
Which of the following penalties results in a ten-yard penalty and automatic first down?
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What happens if a game ends on a defensive penalty?
What happens if a game ends on a defensive penalty?
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How many players must a team have on the field to avoid forfeit in the Tiny Tots League?
How many players must a team have on the field to avoid forfeit in the Tiny Tots League?
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What is the duration of one complete game in the Tiny Tots League?
What is the duration of one complete game in the Tiny Tots League?
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In flag football, who may ask the referee for clarification on rules?
In flag football, who may ask the referee for clarification on rules?
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What is the penalty for an illegal forward pass?
What is the penalty for an illegal forward pass?
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When may substitutions be made during the game?
When may substitutions be made during the game?
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Study Notes
Game Basics
- The game is played in two 20-minute halves with a five-minute halftime break.
- Teams start on their five-yard line and have four plays to cross midfield.
- If a team crosses midfield, they have four plays to score a touchdown.
- If a team fails to cross midfield, possession changes, and the opposing team starts on their five-yard line.
- Interceptions can be returned, unlike other turnover situations, which start on the offensive team's five-yard line.
- The game can go into untimed overtime if the game is tied at the end of regulation.
- Each team has one 60-second and one 30-second timeout per half.
Playing the Game
- The game is played with a minimum of five and maximum of six players.
- All players must play at least two quarters (20 minutes) per game.
- The quarterback must stay behind the line of scrimmage when running with the ball.
- No running with the ball carrier once the ball crosses the line of scrimmage.
- Only forward passes are allowed within five yards of the endzones and midfield, no handoffs allowed.
- Defenders who are not rushing the quarterback must be at least seven yards from the line of scrimmage when the ball is snapped.
- Flag Guarding is prohibited and illegal, the player with one or no flags in their belt will result in the play being dead at that spot.
Scoring
- Touchdowns are worth 6 points.
- Extra points are worth 1 point (from the 5-yard line) or 2 points (from the 12-yard line).
- Safeties are worth 2 points.
- Interceptions are worth 6 points and 2 points in overtime.
Penalties
- There are penalties for both offensive and defensive infractions.
- Penalties are assessed from the line of scrimmage, in addition to the yardage penalties.
- Some penalties include:
- Offsides: 5 yards, automatic first down
- Interference: 10 yards, automatic first down
- Illegal Contact: 10 yards, automatic first down
- Illegal Flag Pull: 10 yards, automatic first down.
- Illegal Rushing: 10 yards, automatic first down.
- Illegal Motion: 5 yards, loss of down
- Illegal Forward Pass: 5 yards, loss of down
- Offensive Pass Interference: 10 yards, loss of down
- Flag Guarding: 10 yards, loss of down
- Delay of Game: 10 yards, loss of down.
Tiny Tots League
- Tiny Tots games are played in 10-minute quarters with no timeouts except for injuries.
- Players play one quarter on offense and one quarter on defense per half.
- No fumbled snaps are called in Tiny Tots league.
- No score is kept in the Tiny Tots league.
Key Rules
- The clock stops for halftime, injuries, and other situations at the officials' discretion.
- The 30-second snap clock applies.
- Officials can stop the clock at their discretion.
- Coaches and officials must verify and sign the scorecard at the end of the game.
- Substitutions can be made on any dead ball.
- All penalties will be called by the referee.
- Players cannot question judgment calls by the referee; only the team captain may ask questions about rules.
- Trash-talking is prohibited and will result in warnings and possible ejections.
- Taunting is prohibited. It is considered unsportsmanlike conduct.
- The field monitor or referee will stop the game and eject players for tackling, elbowing, cheap shots, blocking, or other unsportsmanlike acts.
Equipment
- Official NFL FLAG jerseys must be worn tucked in with belts and flags.
- Cleats are allowed but no metal spikes.
- Equipment must be checked before each game.
Uniforms
- All players must wear official NFL FLAG jerseys.
- Jerseys must be tucked in, worn with belts, and flags during play.
- Cleats are allowed, but no metal spikes are permitted.
- Equipment checks for both teams are required before each game.
Game Schedule
- Teams may play each other more than once per season.
- Games are played in two 20-minute halves.
- Players must play at least two quarters (20 minutes) per game.
- The first 20 minutes concludes the first half of the game and teams change sides.
- Rosters are checked before each game.
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This quiz covers the fundamental rules and structure of the game. From the duration of quarters to player regulations, test your knowledge on how the game is played and the strategies involved. Ideal for those familiarizing themselves with gaming basics.
