Deck 27: Softball

Question 1

The fundamental skills of batting, throwing, and catching are emphasized during

A) Developmental Level I only.
B) all team sport units.
C) Developmental Level III.
D) Developmental Levels I and II.
E) the baseball season of the school year.

Answer 1

Developmental Levels I and II.

Question 2

An instructional cue for the overhand throw includes

A) rotate the hips as the throwing arm moves forward.
B) arm coming through in a bowling action.
C) place the throwing arm side of the body toward the target.
D) weight remains mostly on the back foot.
E) a pendulum action of the shoulder.

Answer 2

rotate the hips as the throwing arm moves forward.

Question 3

The fielding technique that has a player using her body as a barrier is called a

A) grounder.
B) long stop.
C) back stop
D) fielder's choice.
E) sure stop.

Answer 3

sure stop.

Question 4

Keep the hands together is an instructional cue for

A) bunting.
B) batting.
C) pitching
D) fielding.
E) pitching.

Question 5

An Instructional cue for pitching does NOT include

A) keep pitching arm extended.
B) face the plate.
C) swing the arm backward and step forward.
D) use a whip-like action on release.
E) keep your eyes on the target.

Question 6

For a low ball, the fielder

A) reaches with the glove hand across his body to catch the ball.
B) keeps the fingers together and forms a basket with the hands.
C) catches the ball in front of his chin.
D) lunges toward the ball, keeping it to the glove side.
E) keeps the thumbs together and forms a basket with the hands.

Question 7

Frequent technique errors in batting include

A) chopping down on the ball.
B) swinging through the ball.
C) choking up on the bat.
D) keeping the hands together.
E) holding the bat off the shoulder.

Question 8

For a high fly ball, the fielder

A) keeps the non-glove arm outstretched to side for balance.
B) keeps the thumbs together and catches the ball in front of the chin.
C) keeps the thumbs together and catches the ball at stomach level.
D) uses the non-glove hand to put the ball in the glove.
E) keeps the fingers together and catches the ball at chest level.

Question 9

A foul ball is

A) a batted ball that lands directly on the foul line.
B) any ball that is caught in the air before hitting the ground.
C) a batted ball that drops outside the foul lines between home and first or between home and third.
D) not recommended in elementary level softball.
E) also called a bunted ball.

Question 10

In regulation softball, a runner is out when she or he

A) advances to the next base on a walk.
B) overruns first base.
C) swings the bat at a ball above head level.
D) leads off second base.
E) swings at a ball below the knees.

Question 11

In a Pickle helps students practice

A) double plays.
B) running down a baserunner.
C) squeeze plays.
D) avoiding double plays.
E) catching fly balls.

Question 12

In regulation softball for elementary children

A) a foul fly ball, if caught, is a replay.
B) leadoffs are permitted.
C) a pitching distance of approximately 15 metres is recommended.
D) two base runners are allowed on a base at the same time.
E) a foul fly ball, if caught, is an out.

Question 13

Batter Ball involves

A) base running.
B) offensive positioning.
C) batting and fielding.
D) bunting.
E) fungo batting.

Question 14

A fair ball is

A) a batted ball that lands directly on the foul line.
B) any ball that is caught in the air before hitting the ground.
C) a batted ball that drops outside the foul lines between home and first or between home and third.
D) also known as a fly ball.
E) a batted ball that drops inside the foul lines between home and first or between home and third.

Question 15

A bunt is

A) a batted ball that lands directly on the foul line.
B) any ball that is caught in the air before hitting the ground.
C) usually directed down the first- or third-base line.
D) also known as a grounder.
E) an illegal hit.

Question 16

An instructional cue for batting includes

A) lifting the front foot high off the ground.
B) swing the bat horizontally.
C) drop the rear shoulder.
D) chop down on the ball.
E) drop the elbows.

Question 17

Sliding into a base

A) should be introduced at Developmental Level III.
B) is a technique used to field a grounder that is close to a base.
C) is also called a sure stop.
D) is not recommended in elementary school softball
E) should be introduced in the primary grades so students have many years to practice.

Question 18

Five Hundred

A) focuses on base running.
B) focuses on bunting and long ball hitting.
C) emphasizes throwing out base runners.
D) emphasizes catching fly balls and grounds, and fungo hitting.
E) focuses on pitching, catching, and base running.

Question 19

When a fielder keeps her thumbs together, and catches the ball in front of her chin,

A) she is fielding a ground ball.
B) she is fielding a high fly ball.
C) a foul ball is called by the umpire.
D) the batter is entitled to request a replay.
E) she is out of position.

Question 20

Identify and describe the instructional cues for the overhand throw.

Question 21

Identify and describe safety precautions necessary for a successful unit in softball.

Question 22

Identify and describe the instructional cues for fielding grounders.

Question 23

Identify and describe the instructional cues for the sidearm throw.

Question 24

Identify and describe the instructional cues for fielding fly balls.

Question 25

Identify and describe the instructional cues for batting.

Question 26

Briefly describe the difference between a fair ball and a foul ball.

Question 27

List the recommended major defensive tactics introduced at Developmental Level II and III.

Question 28

List the recommended major offensive tactics introduced at Developmental Level II and III.

Question 29

Briefly describe how a run is scored in softball.

Question 30

Match the following skills with the most suitable description.

-skill used by fielders to move the ball

A) overhand throw
B) underhand throw
C) bunting
D) base running
E) fielding

Question 31

Match the following skills with the most suitable description.

-pitching motion

A) overhand throw
B) underhand throw
C) bunting
D) base running
E) fielding

Question 32

Match the following skills with the most suitable description.

-to keep the ball from going by

A) overhand throw
B) underhand throw
C) bunting
D) base running
E) fielding

Question 33

Match the following skills with the most suitable description.

-necessary to score runs

A) overhand throw
B) underhand throw
C) bunting
D) base running
E) fielding

Question 34

Match the following skills with the most suitable description.

-performed while facing the pitcher

A) overhand throw
B) underhand throw
C) bunting
D) base running
E) fielding

Question 35

Explain the purpose of the station system for practice organization. Discuss how to use this system for a variety of different lesson activities.

Question 36

The emphasis in softball should be on playing the regulation game during physical education class.

Question 37

The fundamental skills of batting, throwing, and catching are emphasized in Developmental Levels I and II.

Question 38

Babe Ruth Ball emphasizes selective hitting.

Question 39

Skills instruction for softball is introduced during the intermediate grades after youngsters have mastered basic prerequisite skills.

Question 40

Beginning batters should use the choke grip while batting.

Question 41

Sliding is an appropriate skill to develop in elementary-age children.

Question 42

A good rule in physical education classes is to allow children to play all positions.

Question 43

The entire motion of the sidearm throw is kept near the horizontal plane.

Question 44

For catching a ball above the head, thumbs are together and ball is caught in front of the chin.

Question 45

To perform a "sure stop," the outfielder uses her body as a barrier.

Question 46

Most beginning batters start with the middle grip.

Question 47

The most effective bunt is directed back toward the pitcher.

Question 48

When throwing, step toward the target with the same foot as the throwing arm.

Question 49

To field a grounder, the fielder should move out of the path of the ball.

Question 50

Lead with the elbow when throwing overhand.

Question 51

The drag bunt is done without squaring to face the pitcher.

Question 52

A catcher must always wear a mask and body protector.