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What is the result of a player attempting to injure an opponent?
What is the result of a player attempting to injure an opponent?
- Minor penalty
- Major penalty
- No penalty
- Match penalty (correct)
Which situation incurs a minor or major penalty when checking an opponent?
Which situation incurs a minor or major penalty when checking an opponent?
- Broken stick
- Checking from behind (correct)
- Charging
- Body checking
What is the consequence for using the end of the stick to hit another player?
What is the consequence for using the end of the stick to hit another player?
- Minor penalty
- Match penalty
- Warning only
- Major penalty (correct)
Under what circumstance can a player legally shoot the puck near a referee?
Under what circumstance can a player legally shoot the puck near a referee?
What is the permitted behavior if a player breaks their stick during play?
What is the permitted behavior if a player breaks their stick during play?
What type of penalty is incurred for minor taunting or using bad language?
What type of penalty is incurred for minor taunting or using bad language?
If a player pauses play by holding the puck without movement for an extended time, what penalty do they receive?
If a player pauses play by holding the puck without movement for an extended time, what penalty do they receive?
What determines whether checking is considered illegal in the context of body checking?
What determines whether checking is considered illegal in the context of body checking?
What is the appropriate penalty for boarding an unsuspecting opponent?
What is the appropriate penalty for boarding an unsuspecting opponent?
Which action results in a match penalty according to the rules?
Which action results in a match penalty according to the rules?
If a player uses the end of their stick to hit another player, what penalty is applied?
If a player uses the end of their stick to hit another player, what penalty is applied?
In which scenario is a player likely to receive a minor or major penalty?
In which scenario is a player likely to receive a minor or major penalty?
What must a player do if their stick breaks during the game?
What must a player do if their stick breaks during the game?
Which of the following constitutes reckless endangerment under the rules?
Which of the following constitutes reckless endangerment under the rules?
What is considered charging in the context of penalties?
What is considered charging in the context of penalties?
Which types of penalties can result from cross checking an opponent?
Which types of penalties can result from cross checking an opponent?
Study Notes
Penalties Overview
- Minor penalty: 2:00 minutes
- Major penalty: 5:00 minutes
- Match penalty: player ejected for the full game
Rule 601: Reckless Endangerment
- Shooting towards a referee is prohibited; shooting away is allowed unless aimed at another player.
- Taunting or using offensive language results in a minor penalty.
- Failure to play the puck may result in either a minor or major penalty.
Rule 602: Attempt to Injure an Opponent
- A match penalty is given for injuring or attempting to injure an opponent, applicable to players and team officials.
Rule 603: Boarding
- Boarding involves hitting an unsuspecting opponent into the boards, endangering their safety.
Rule 604: Body Checking
- Body checking is illegal for players aged 12 and under.
- However, players can use proper angling and competitive body positioning.
Rule 605: Broken Stick
- Players get a 5-second window to discard a broken stick half off the ice.
- If referees are occupied, another player may retrieve the equipment.
- Referees are responsible for removing dangerous items from the ice.
Rule 606: Butt-Ending
- Butt-ending involves striking an opponent with the end of the stick; classified as a major penalty.
Rule 607: Charging
- Charging is defined as taking more than two strides before accelerating into a check; categorized as a major penalty.
Rule 608: Checking from Behind
- Checking an opponent into the boards while they face them can result in either a minor or major penalty.
Rule 609: Cross Checking
- Cross-checking an opponent is penalized as either a minor or major penalty.
Rule 610: Pause of Play
- A minor penalty is given for stopping a puck and remaining in one place excessively or shooting it out of play.
Rule 611: Elbowing
- Elbowing can result in either a minor or major penalty depending on the severity of the action.
Penalties Overview
- Minor penalty: 2:00 minutes
- Major penalty: 5:00 minutes
- Match penalty: player ejected for the full game
Rule 601: Reckless Endangerment
- Shooting towards a referee is prohibited; shooting away is allowed unless aimed at another player.
- Taunting or using offensive language results in a minor penalty.
- Failure to play the puck may result in either a minor or major penalty.
Rule 602: Attempt to Injure an Opponent
- A match penalty is given for injuring or attempting to injure an opponent, applicable to players and team officials.
Rule 603: Boarding
- Boarding involves hitting an unsuspecting opponent into the boards, endangering their safety.
Rule 604: Body Checking
- Body checking is illegal for players aged 12 and under.
- However, players can use proper angling and competitive body positioning.
Rule 605: Broken Stick
- Players get a 5-second window to discard a broken stick half off the ice.
- If referees are occupied, another player may retrieve the equipment.
- Referees are responsible for removing dangerous items from the ice.
Rule 606: Butt-Ending
- Butt-ending involves striking an opponent with the end of the stick; classified as a major penalty.
Rule 607: Charging
- Charging is defined as taking more than two strides before accelerating into a check; categorized as a major penalty.
Rule 608: Checking from Behind
- Checking an opponent into the boards while they face them can result in either a minor or major penalty.
Rule 609: Cross Checking
- Cross-checking an opponent is penalized as either a minor or major penalty.
Rule 610: Pause of Play
- A minor penalty is given for stopping a puck and remaining in one place excessively or shooting it out of play.
Rule 611: Elbowing
- Elbowing can result in either a minor or major penalty depending on the severity of the action.
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Description
This quiz covers essential refereeing rules, including penalties for reckless endangerment and attempts to injure opponents. Understand the distinctions between minor, major, and match penalties along with the appropriate consequences for various actions on the field. Test your knowledge of how these rules apply in practice.
