Question 1: Which sport uses a hoop and a bouncing ball?
Volleyball
Baseball
Basketball
The sport that uses a hoop and a bouncing ball is basketball. Players dribble the ball on the court. They try to throw it through the hoop to score points. Volleyball and baseball do not use a hoop.
Correct Answer: Basketball
Question 2: How many players per team are on a basketball court?
Five
Six
Seven
A basketball team has five players on the court at one time. This is the standard number for professional and school games. Each player has a different role, like guard or center.
Correct Answer: Five
Question 3: What is the term for scoring three points in basketball?
Three-pointer
Free throw
Layup
A shot worth three points in basketball is called a three-pointer. It’s taken from beyond the three-point line on the court. If the ball goes in from there, the team earns three points instead of two. Free throws and layups are different types of shots that don’t score three points.
Correct Answer: Three-pointer