18 Questions
What is the minimum distance from the baseline a back-row player must take off from to legally attack the ball above the net?
10-foot
What is the term for a defensive play by one or more front-row players meant to intercept a spiked ball?
Block
Which of the following is a 'local' violation that occurs while making a block attempt?
Touching the net
What is the term for a set delivered behind the setter?
Back set
What is the term for a spike from the hitter's strong side that travels at a sharp angle across the net?
Cut shot
What is the responsibility of the assisting blocker(s) in a block attempt?
To close the block
What is the purpose of the three-meter line on the court?
To signify the point where a back-row player must leave the ground behind to attack the ball
What is the term for a ball deflected back to the attacking team's floor by the opponent's blockers?
Stuff
What is a substitution in volleyball?
A player replacing another player already on the court
What is a triple-block in volleyball?
A block formed by all three front-row players
What is the term for a player contacting the ball on a defensive play?
Touch
What is the purpose of switching court positions after a ball is served?
To facilitate the strongest player positions
What is the term used to describe a ball that is sent away from the net and towards the opponent's court?
Deep
What is the scoring system used to statistically score defensive plays?
3.0-point system
What is the term used to describe a violation where a player hits the ball twice in a row?
Double hit
What is the term used to describe a player who sets the ball for the attacker?
Setter
What is the term used to describe a defensive play where a player dives to pass the ball?
Sprawl
What is the term used to describe a type of serve that has no spin and follows an erratic path?
Floater
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