15 Questions
Where was FIBA (Fédération Internationale de Basketball Amateur) created?
Geneva, Switzerland
What is a 'loose ball' in basketball terminology?
A ball that is alive but not in the possession of either team
What is the purpose of the 'alternate possession arrow' in basketball?
Deciding which team's turn it is to inbounds the ball
What is a 'technical foul' in basketball?
A violation called at the discretion of the referee towards players, coaches, or the team
What does a 'timeout' in basketball refer to?
A temporary suspension of play for strategy discussions or player injuries
What is a 'cut' in basketball terminology?
A quick movement by an offensive player to elude an opponent or to receive the ball
What type of foul involves unsportsmanlike conduct by a player, coach, or non-player?
Technical foul
How is the game clock stopped according to the provided hand signals?
Open palm
What hand signal is used to indicate a successful 2-point scoring play?
Two fingers 'flag' from wrist
How is a 5 seconds violation indicated with hand signals?
Arm extended, show 3 fingers
Which violation is indicated by waving the arm in front of the body?
Deliberate kick or block the ball violation
What is the correct hand signal for a media time-out according to the provided information?
Wave clenched fists on both hands
What does the hand signal of an open palm indicate in basketball?
'Stop the clock for foul'
'Traveling' in basketball is indicated by which hand signal?
'Half rotation with palm'
'Pushing' violation in basketball is indicated by which hand signal?
'Clenched fist strike'
Explore the history, equipment, rules, and regulations of Basketball, including the creation of the sport in Springfield, Massachusetts, the use of peach baskets and soccer balls, and the establishment of FIBA in Geneva, Switzerland.
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