Ultimate Handball: History, Rules, and Development

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What is the best way to describe handball?

A combination of tennis, baseball, and football

A combination of cricket, ice hockey, and volleyball

A combination of swimming, rugby, and badminton

A combination of soccer, ice hockey, and basketball (correct)

When was the first recorded handball match played?

1917 (correct)

1920

2000 B.C.

1940s

Who modified the rules of handball by 1919?

Karl Schelenz (correct)

Dieter Hoffmann

Max Müller

Carl Diem

What are the dimensions of the typical handball court?

$40$ by $20$ meters Signup and view all the answers

Where was indoor handball invented in the 1940s?

Denmark Signup and view all the answers

What is the weight range of the official handball ball?

$425-475$ grams Signup and view all the answers

How many players are there on a handball team?

Six court players and one goalie Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of handball gloves?

To protect hands from injuries and provide a better grip on the ball Signup and view all the answers

What happens during overtime in a handball game?

There are 2 additional 5-minute periods played Signup and view all the answers

When are substitutes allowed to enter a handball game?

Anytime through the substitution area Signup and view all the answers

What is the duration of each half in a handball game?

20 minutes Signup and view all the answers

Where is the only player allowed inside the goal area in handball?

The goalkeeper Signup and view all the answers

What happens if a defender interferes with a shot after jumping from outside the goal area?

The opposing team receives a free throw Signup and view all the answers

How long can a player hold the ball before releasing it?

5 seconds Signup and view all the answers

What must a player do after stopping dribbling the ball?

Pass the ball within 3 steps Signup and view all the answers

What action results in a double dribble violation?

Bouncing the ball and catching it again Signup and view all the answers

What happens if a player touches the out of bounds while in contact with the ball?

Other team is awarded a throw-in Signup and view all the answers

What constitutes passive play in the game rules?

Keeping the ball without making an attempt to attack Signup and view all the answers

What is the consequence of receiving a red card in a handball game?

Ejection from the game Signup and view all the answers

When is a 7-meter throw awarded in handball?

When a defensive player enters the goal area to gain an advantage Signup and view all the answers

What happens after a handball player receives their 4th foul?

They are shown a red card and ejected Signup and view all the answers

How long do handball players have to take the 7-meter throw shot after the referee's whistle?

3 seconds Signup and view all the answers

What are the consequences of exceeding the allowed fouls in handball?

Ejection from the game Signup and view all the answers

When is overtime played in a handball game?

After the first half ends in a tie Signup and view all the answers

What is the consequence of a team stalling in the game described in the text?

A free-throw is awarded to the other team Signup and view all the answers

When can a goal be scored in the game as per the rules described?

From any throw with the thrower outside of the goal area Signup and view all the answers

What action is NOT allowed when defending an opponent in the game?

Pushing, holding, or tripping with outstretched arms or legs Signup and view all the answers

When is a throw-in awarded in the game described?

When a defensive player touches the ball last and it goes out of bounds Signup and view all the answers

What happens when a minor foul or violation occurs in the game?

A free-throw is awarded to the opponent at the exact spot of violation Signup and view all the answers

How many warnings can a team receive for rule violations in total under the rules described?

Three warnings for any rule violation Signup and view all the answers