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How many players are allowed on the court at one time from each volleyball team?
How many players are allowed on the court at one time from each volleyball team?
- 4 players
- 5 players
- 6 players (correct)
- 7 players
Who developed the game of volleyball in 1895?
Who developed the game of volleyball in 1895?
- John Smith
- Thomas Edison
- William Morgan (correct)
- Michael Johnson
What is the most popular method of serving in volleyball?
What is the most popular method of serving in volleyball?
- Backhand serve
- Overhand serve (correct)
- Sidearm serve
- Underhand serve
What are the offensive patterns in volleyball, typically used in sequence?
What are the offensive patterns in volleyball, typically used in sequence?
What was the original name of volleyball?
What was the original name of volleyball?
How many innings and servers per inning were initially used in volleyball?
How many innings and servers per inning were initially used in volleyball?
What inspired William G. Morgan to create volleyball?
What inspired William G. Morgan to create volleyball?
How is a point or rally started in volleyball?
How is a point or rally started in volleyball?
What determines which volleyball team serves the ball at the start of a match?
What determines which volleyball team serves the ball at the start of a match?
Who officially declared the name 'volleyball' to be one word?
Who officially declared the name 'volleyball' to be one word?
Study Notes
Volleyball Team Size
- Six players are allowed on the court at one time from each team
Volleyball Origins
- William G. Morgan developed volleyball in 1895
Serving in Volleyball
- The underhand serve is the most popular method of serving
Offensive Patterns in Volleyball
- Offensive patterns in volleyball typically used in sequence, include:
- Set
- Spike
- Tip
Original Volleyball Name
- Mintonette was the original name for volleyball
Innings and Servers
- Initially, volleyball consisted of 9 innings
- Each inning featured one server
Inspiration for Volleyball
- William G. Morgan aimed to create a less strenuous sport than basketball
Starting a Point or Rally
- A point or rally is started when the serving team hits the volleyball over the net
Determining the First Serve
- The team winning the coin toss or a random draw determines which team serves first
Volleyball Name Declaration
- The term 'volleyball' was officially declared as a single word in 1952
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Description
Test your knowledge of volleyball rules and history with this quiz. Learn about the number of players on the court, serving positions, contact rules, and the game's development by William Morgan in 1895.
