Questions and Answers
How many clubs are in a bag?
14
How many outcomes are there when striking a golf ball?
9
What are the scores on a hole?
Par, Birdie, Bogey, etc.
How long are you allowed to look for a lost ball?
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What does poise refer to in golf?
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What is it called when the ball curves right?
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What is it called when the ball curves left?
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What happens when you make a divot?
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What is a power leak to open face on swing back?
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What should you do when leaving a divot on a tee box?
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Where do you start a hole?
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What do white stakes mark?
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What is tall grass called in golf?
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Are the rules required to have a good time?
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What is the name of the person spacing people out front?
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Does every course have the same dress code?
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Can you leave the flagstick in the hole when on the green?
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What does aeration do?
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What is the inward half of a course called?
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What is the outward half of a course called?
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Is the practice range always open?
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Where do woods go in the bag?
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Where do mid irons go in the bag?
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Where do low irons go in the bag?
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What do red stakes mark?
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What stakes can and can't you move?
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What happens when you hit the wrong ball?
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Sand baggers, one common practice is to post a bad score.
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What are yellow stakes or lines marking?
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How have we been playing?
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Where did golf originate?
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When should you arrive for a 9:00 tee time?
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Can you ground your club in a hazard?
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What does it mean when the ball is above your feet?
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What does it mean when the ball is below your feet?
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Where should the ball be in comparison to your feet in a bunker?
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Does a single have the right to go through people?
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What must you do if you hit your ball out of bounds from the middle of the fairway?
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Study Notes
Golf Basics and Rules
- A golf bag can hold up to 14 clubs.
- Striking a golf ball results in 9 different outcomes.
- Common scores on a hole include Par, Birdie, and Bogey.
- Players are allowed 5 minutes to search for a lost ball.
Terminology and Techniques
- "Poise" refers to preparedness on the golf course.
- A ball that curves right is known as a slice.
- A ball that curves left is called a hook.
- Making a divot should be repaired using a divot repair tool or tee.
Course Regulations
- When leaving a divot on a tee box, it should be fixed with sand or replaced; options B or C apply.
- A hole starts from the tee box or teeing ground.
- White stakes indicate out of bounds areas on the course.
- Tall grass is referred to as "the rough."
Interactions and Etiquette
- Golf rules are not mandatory for an enjoyable experience.
- The person responsible for spacing players out is called a starter.
- Dress codes may vary from course to course.
Equipment and Course Management
- Flagsticks cannot be left in the hole while on the green.
- Aeration involves removing small chunks of earth to maintain the course.
- The inward half of a course is known as the Back 9, while the outward half is the Front 9.
Practice and Gameplay
- Practice ranges may not always be open for use.
- Clubs are organized in the bag: woods go in the top slot, mid irons in the mid slots, and low irons in the bottom slots.
Hazards and Penalties
- Red stakes mark lateral water hazards, while yellow stakes denote regular water hazards.
- White out of bounds stakes cannot be moved, while red stakes can be moved.
- If a player hits the wrong ball, it must be replaced and incurs a penalty stroke.
Common Misconceptions
- It's false to say that sandbaggers commonly post bad scores.
- Golf originated in Scotland, played by shepherds.
Playtime and Course Behavior
- Arriving at a course for a 9:00 tee time should be done by 8:59, ideally between 8:00 and 8:30.
- Players cannot ground their clubs in hazards, including bunkers where the ball should be positioned slightly forward in the stance.
- Singles do not have the right to play through other groups, as it may disrupt the schedule.
- If a ball is hit out of bounds from the fairway, a penalty stroke is incurred, and the player must re-hit from the original spot.
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This quiz focuses on key concepts from Purdue PES 116, covering essential golf rules, scoring, and equipment. Test your knowledge on club limits, ball striking outcomes, and more. Perfect for students preparing for golf assessments or enthusiasts looking to refine their understanding of the game.
