History of Basketball and Volleyball
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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.

<p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

The original basketball hoops used were peach baskets attached to the walls.

<p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

The game of basketball was founded by Dr. James Naismith in 1889.

<p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

A field goal made from outside the three-point line is worth 4 points.

<p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

A free throw is worth 2 points.

<p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

Each basketball game consists of four quarters, each lasting 20 minutes.

<p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

The game of basketball combines elements of American football, soccer, and tennis.

<p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

The game of basketball was founded in Massachusetts, USA.

<p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

The game of basketball is played with a puck.

<p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

A field goal is worth 1 point.

<p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

The game of basketball is played in four quarters, each lasting 20 minutes.

<p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

The team with the most releases from end to end pitch goals wins the match.

<p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

The referee starts the game by tossing the ball up between the two contrasting center players.

<p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

The first ball used in basketball was a volleyball.

<p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

A basketball game typically lasts 40 minutes of running time, except during violations and time outs.

<p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

The game of basketball is typically played on an exterior court.

<p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

The first ball used in basketball was specifically designed for the sport.

<p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

The team that gains the most points by pitching or throwing the ball into the hoops wins the match.

<p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

The founder of basketball was Dr. James Naismith, and the sport was founded in December 1891 in Springfield, Massachusetts, USA.

<p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

The referee starts the game by rolling the ball onto the court and then blows a whistle.

<p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

The game of basketball was founded in Canada in 1892.

<p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

The referee starts the game by rolling the ball onto the court and then blowing a whistle.

<p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

The original ball used in basketball was specifically designed for the sport.

<p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

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