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The original ball used in basketball was a soccer ball.
True
The game of basketball was founded in Canada.
False
A free throw is worth 2 points.
False
The first basketball hoops were made of metal.
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The original basketball hoops used were peach baskets attached to the walls.
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The game of basketball was founded by Dr. James Naismith in 1889.
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A field goal made from outside the three-point line is worth 4 points.
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A free throw is worth 2 points.
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Each basketball game consists of four quarters, each lasting 20 minutes.
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The game of basketball combines elements of American football, soccer, and tennis.
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The game of basketball was founded in Massachusetts, USA.
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The game of basketball is played with a puck.
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A field goal is worth 1 point.
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The game of basketball is played in four quarters, each lasting 20 minutes.
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The team with the most releases from end to end pitch goals wins the match.
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The referee starts the game by tossing the ball up between the two contrasting center players.
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The first ball used in basketball was a volleyball.
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A basketball game typically lasts 40 minutes of running time, except during violations and time outs.
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The game of basketball is typically played on an exterior court.
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The first ball used in basketball was specifically designed for the sport.
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The team that gains the most points by pitching or throwing the ball into the hoops wins the match.
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The founder of basketball was Dr. James Naismith, and the sport was founded in December 1891 in Springfield, Massachusetts, USA.
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The referee starts the game by rolling the ball onto the court and then blows a whistle.
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The game of basketball was founded in Canada in 1892.
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The referee starts the game by rolling the ball onto the court and then blowing a whistle.
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The original ball used in basketball was specifically designed for the sport.
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