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1. Team control ends when the defense deflects the ball. T-F
 
2. A1 taps the ball towards their basket, B1 hits A1, the tap is unsuccessful. A1 will receive two free throws. T-F
 
3. A1 is the backcourt and is intentionally fouled by B1. A1 will receive two free throws and the receive ball at the division line. T-F
 
4. A1 is shooting their last free throw, the ball is on the basket ring and B3 knocks the ball away. Handle the Situation?
 
5. A1 throws a pass to A3 near Team A’s basket, B3 deflects the ball and the ball enters the basket from below. The violation is committed by B3. T-F
 
 
 
Answers:
1. False- 4-12-3-a-c. Teaching Point- Master Definitions.
2. True- 10-Penalty-5a. Teaching Point- Master Penalties.
3. False- 7-5-3b. Teaching Point- Master Resumption of Play.
4. The free throw counts and Team B is entitled to run the end line with all privileges. 4-6-1, 7-5-7. Teaching Point- Master Definitions.
5. True- 9-4. Teaching Point- Be ready for the unexpected.
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1. A tap is considered a try. T-F
 
2. A1 is tapping the ball and B1 hits A1. The try is unsuccessful. A1 will be awarded two free throws. T-F
 
3. You can have continuous motion on a tap. T-F
 
4. A taps ends when it’s:
a. Successful.
b. Not Successful.
c. The ball touches the floor.
d. The ball becomes dead.
e. All of the Above.
 
5. When play is resumed with a throw-in or free throw and (.3) of a second or less remains on the clock, a player can only score on a tap in. T-F
 
 
Answers:
1. True- 4-41-6. Teaching Point- Master Definitions.
2. True- 10-10-Penalty-5-a. Teaching Point- Master Penalty.
3. True- 4-11-1- Teaching Point- Master Definitions.
4. e- 4-41-4. Teaching Point- Master Definitions.
5. True-5-2-5. Teaching Point- Master Exceptions. 
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Happy New Year!!!
1. The signal for blocking is stopping the clock with a clenched fist and:
a. Have both hands open while touching your hips.
b. Have both hands clenched while touching your hips.
 
2. A1 is in the act of shooting, B3 pushes A3 off the ball. The ball becomes dead immediately. T-F
 
3. A1’s try is in flight, B3 pushes A3 on the rebound. The ball goes in the basket. The basket should be awarded. T-F
 
4. A1’s try is in flight, A3 pushes B3 on the rebound. The ball becomes dead immediately. T-F
 
5. A1 is in the act of shooting(the ball has not been released). A3 pushes B3 off the ball. The ball becomes dead immediately. T-F
 
 
 
Answers:
1. a- Signal 34 on Signal Chart-Rule Book.
2. False-6-7-Exception-c. Teaching Point- When officiating off the ball, find the ball. 
3. True-6-7-Exception-a. Teaching Point- Have good crew dynamics. 
4. False- 6-7-Exception-a. Teaching Point-Have excellent communication skills 
5. True-6-7-4. Teaching Point- Review Exceptions in Rule 6. 

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Merry Christmas
1. A1 throws a pass from their back court and the ball hits the back board in their front court and bounces back to A3 in the backcourt. The Trail Official rules a back court violation. T-F
 
2. A1 attempts a try that misses the entire ring and A1 rebounds on the play and scores. The Lead Official rules a traveling violation. T-F
 
3. A5 is rebounding at Team A’s basket. B5 pushes A5 out of the way.  A3’s try is unsuccessful. Team A is not in the bonus. The Lead Official rules a common foul on B5. Team A will receive the ball at one of the four spots in the front court. T-F
 
4. A1, in attempting to screen, takes a stationary position in the path of moving B1. The position of A1 is less than one normal step away and  B1 cannot avoid A1 and contact results. The foul shall be on:
a. A1.
b. B1
 
5. A1 is fouled in the act of shooting a two point try and the try was unsuccessful. On the first free throw, B1 leaps above the free throw lane and touches the ball. The following are True Statements:
a. Award one point to A1.
b. A1 will shoot their second free throw with no players lined up.
c. Charge B1 with a technical foul.
d. Team A will receive two free throws and the ball at the division line away from the table.
e. All of the Above.
 
 
Answers:
1. True- 9-9-1 & 2. Teaching Point- Be ready for the unexpected.
2. False- CB-4.44 Situation B, 4-12,4-41. Teaching Point- Know Rule Differences. 
3. True-4-37-2a-d. Teaching Point- Review rebounding coverage area in your pre-game. 
4.a-CB-10.7.11 Situation B-(a). Teaching Point- See the entire play.
5.e-CB-9.12 Situation-A- Teaching Point- Read 5 Case Book plays every day. 

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1. A1 is dribbling the ball and the ball comes to rest in A1’s hands and A1 ends their dribble by catching the ball. The Trail Official rules a palming violation. T-F
 
2. A1 is dribbling the ball and the ball comes to rest in A1’s hands and A1 dribbles again. The Trail Official rules a palming violation. T-F
 
3. A5 is bumped going across the lane. Team A is the bonus. For the first free throw, A4 goes to the line and misses the first free throw.  The officials realize that A4 was the wrong shooter. Since A4 shot the first shot, A5 will go to the free throw line and only shoot one free throw. T-F. 
 
4. A1 goes up for a try and the ball is in the cylinder, B3 knocks the ball away. B3 should be penalized for goal-tending. T-F
 
5. A1 attempts a try and B1 is contesting, A1 attempts the try and misses the entire ring. A1 is the first player to touch the ball. A1 should ruled for traveling. T-F
 
6. A1 attempts a try and B1 is contesting. A1 attempts their try and comes down to the floor without releasing the ball. The officials rule a traveling violation. T-F
 
 
Answers:
1. False- 4-15-4b. Teaching Point- Master Definitions.
2. True- 9-5. Teaching Point- Master Definitions & Violations. 
3. False- 2-10-1c. 2-10-2. Teaching Point- Have Game Awareness.
4. False- 4-6-2. Teaching Point- Know the Difference between basket-interference and goal-tending, 
5. False- CB-4.44 Situation B. Read 5 Case Book plays every day.
6. True- 4-44-3b. Teaching Point- Master Definitions.

​1. The game officials shall be a Crew Chief, Referee 1 and Referee 2. T-F
 
2. A1 is fouled, Team A is awarded the ball out of bounds. Team A should have been in the bonus. Thrower-In A1 throws the ball to A3 who scores on a 3 point shot. As the ball passes through the net, the officials realize that Team A should have been in the bonus. Handle the Situation.?
 
3. The following types of rings are legal:
A. Fixed.
B. Positive-lock breakaway.
C. Flex breakaway.
D. All of the Above.
 
4. An “X” 12 inches long and 2 inches wide shall be placed on the floor out of bounds directly in front of the official scorer to help substitutes with the proper location. T-F
 
5. A1 is fouled by B1 is fouled but erroneously is not awarded two free throws even though the bonus is in effect. Team A is given a throw-in, and Thrower-in A1 inbounds the ball to A2 and a held ball occurs. The AP Arrow is pointing towards Team A. Handle the Situation?
 
6. In question #5, if the AP Arrow was pointing to Team B, how would the situation be handled?
 
Answers:
1. False- 2-1-2. Teaching Point- Know Rule Differences.
2. The basket counts, A1 will go to the free throw line for 2 shots with no players lined up. The game will continue with Team B’s ball on the end line with all privileges.CB-2.10.1. Situation B. Teaching Point- Read 5 Case Book plays every day.
3. D-1-11-2. Teaching Point-Don’t neglect Rule 1.
4. True- 1-17. Teaching Point- Don’t neglect Rule 1.
5. A1 will shoot the bonus with all players lined up. Team A did not lose control. The AP Arrow will remain with Team A. CB- 2.10.1 Situation C. Teaching Point- Have Court Awareness.
6. A1 would shoot the bonus with no players lined up and Team B would receive the ball at the AP throw-in spot. CB-2.10.1 Situation C.

​1. The referee shall be the sole judge of the legality of the ball and may select a ball provided by the visiting team. T-F

2. A team member is a member of bench personnel who is in uniform and is eligible to become a player. T-F

3. During an intermission, all team members are bench personnel for the purpose of penalizing unsporting behavior. T-F

4. An unsporting foul is a non-contact technical foul which consists of unfair, unethical, dishonorable conduct or any behavior not in accordance with the spirit of fair play. T-F

5. It is mandatory that the benches for team members and coaches of both teams be placed along the side of the court on which the scorer’s and timer’s table is located. T-F

6. The semicircle and three point line must be the same color. T-F

7. A1 attempts a three point shot and is fouled by B1. The ball is on the ring when B3 knocks the ball away. Handle the Situation?

8. Tinted glass backboards are prohibited. T-F

9. A1 is wearing jewelry. A1 will be charged with a technical foul. T-F

10. The Lead Official rules a traveling violation on A1. At approximately the same time, the Center Official rules a foul on B1 for pushing A1. Handle the Situation?

11. The farthest edge of the free throw line must be 15’ from the front plane of the backboard. T-F

12. Team A’s Head Coach is out of the Coaching Box coaching their team. The Trail Official issues a warning for Coach/Team Conduct. T-F

13. A backboard shall be either fan-shaped or rectangular. T-F

14. A1 is performing an AP throw-in. A3 pushes B3 to get open. The foul is penalized and the AP shall still be with Team A. T-F

15. When a foul and a violation occur simultaneously, the foul takes precedence over the violation. T-F

16. When a player scores on a two point try. The Trail or Lead Official will signal two points. T-F

17. Spectators must be at least 3’ away from each end of the backboard . T-F

18. Who informs the coach when a player is disqualified on fouls?

19. A1 is fouled with one second remaining in the 2nd quarter. Team A is awarded a throw-in and A1 passes the ball inbounds to A2, the horn sounds to end the quarter. As officials enter the court from the halftime intermission, the scorer informs the referee that A1 should have been awarded bonus free throws. Handle the Situation?

20. The ring may not be more than 5/8’’ in diameter. T-F



Answers:
1. True-1-12-3. Teaching Point- Don’t Neglect Rule 1
2. True-4-34-4. Teaching Point- Master Definitions.
3. True-4-34-2. Teaching Point-Master Definitions.
4. True- 4-19-14. Teaching Point-Master Definitions.
5. False- 1-13-1. Teaching Point-Be detailed oriented.
6. True-1-4-2. Teaching Point-Have Court Awareness.
7. Basket Counts, A1 is awarded 1 shot. Teaching Point- Be ready for the unexpected. 4-6-1. 10-Penalty-5.
8. True-1-7-2. Teaching Point- Be detailed oriented.
9. False- 3-5-7. Teaching Point- Master Penalties.
10. The officials have to decide which came first. CB-2.6.Situation A & B. Teaching Point- Read 5 Case Book Plays every day.
11. True-1-6. Teaching Point- Don’t Neglect Rule 1.
12. True- 10-5-Penalty. Teaching Point-“Run” the game.
13. True- 1-7-1. Teaching Point- Have Court Awareness.
14. True- 6-4-6. Teaching Point- Be detailed oriented.
15. False- CB-2.6.Situation A&B. Teaching Point-Read 5 Case Book Plays every day.
16. False- May use if there is doubt or confusion. CB-2.7.8-Situation. Teaching Points- Read 5 Case Book Plays every day.
17. True- 1-8-2. Teaching Points- Be detailed oriented.
18. Its recommended the calling official be responsible for the notification of the Head Coach. Teaching Point- Read 5 Case Book Plays every day.
19. A1 will shoot the bonus, the game will continue from the point of interruption which is the AP Arrow. CB-2.10.1. Teaching Points- Have Court Awareness.
20. True- 1-10-2. Teaching Point- Be detailed oriented. 
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1. A1 is performing a throw-in, B3 reaches across the plane and knocks the ball out of A1’s hands. The following are correct statements:
A. B3 is charged with a technical foul and Team B is warned if this is the first occurrence.
B. Team B is charged with a technical foul and Team B is warned if this is the first occurrence.
 
2. 7 minutes before the game, Team A submits its team roster and starting line-up to the official scorer. Team A will be charged with 2 technical fouls. T-F
 
3. On a jump ball, the ball becomes live when the ball is legally tapped. T-F
 
4. The score ends Team A-63 and Team B-62 when the horn sounds to end the 4th quarter. Prior to the referee’s approval of the final score, the Head Coach of
Team A threatens the officials and yells profanities at them. Handle the Situation?
 
5. The captain is the representative of the team and may address an official on matters of interpretation or to obtain essential information. T-F
 
 
 
Answers:
1. A-CB-10.4.10, 9-2-3-Penalty. Teaching Point- Master Penalties. 
2. False- 10-1-1-Penalty. Teaching Point- Master Penalties.
3. False- 6-2-a. Teaching Point- Practice your toss.
4. Penalize the Head Coach with a technical for unsporting behavior. The free throws will decide if the game goes into overtime; or its final. CB-2.2.4- Teaching Point- Have Intestinal Fortitude.
5. True- 3-1-2. Teaching Point- Have Court Awareness. 
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1. A1 receives a pass in the lane in their front court. A1 throws a pass to A3 on the perimeter. To avoid a 3 second violations, A1 steps out of bounds. This is a legal play. T-F
 
2. A1’s try hits the vertical support. Team B shall receive the ball at the free throw line extended. T-F
 
3. A1 and A2 set a “hammer” screen near the end line. A3 runs out of bounds and catches a pass from A1 who ended their dribble on the perimeter. The Lead Official rules an out of bounds violation. T-F
 
4. In question #3, the ruling official will extend fist that is shown in signal chart 21. T-F
 
5. A1 and A2 set a “hammer” screen near the end line. A3 intentionally goes out of bounds. A4 continues to dribble on the perimeter, B3 recovers defensively and A4 throws a pass to A3. The Lead Official rules an out of bounds violation on A3. T-F
 
 
 
Answers:
1. False- 9-3-3. Teaching Point- Read 5 Case Book plays every day. 
2. False- 7-4-1, 7-5-2. Teaching Point- Be detailed oriented. 
3. True-9-3-3. Teaching Point- Have Court Awareness. 
4. True- Signal Chart- Page-81- Rule Book. Teaching Point- Practice your signals. 
5. False- CB-9.3.3.Situation B- Read 5 Case Book plays every day.