How to be a good outfielder - Exam
  • 1. What is the primary responsibility of an outfielder?
A) Calling plays
B) Pitching strikes
C) Catching fly balls
D) Stealing bases
  • 2. What is the best first step after the ball is hit?
A) Running forward immediately
B) Covering the base
C) Looking at the coach
D) Reading the ball off the bat
  • 3. When should an outfielder use a drop step?
A) When running to 1st base
B) When the ball is hit to their side
C) When the ball is hit over their head
D) When the ball is hit directly at them
  • 4. What is the proper way to catch a fly ball above your waist?
A) Glove sideways
B) With one hand
C) Glove up, thumbs together
D) Glove down, thumbs together
  • 5. What is the proper way to catch a fly ball below your waist?
A) Glove up, pinkies together
B) Glove sideways
C) With one hand
D) Glove down, pinkies together
  • 6. What should an outfielder do after catching a fly ball?
A) Walk slowly
B) Celebrate
C) Drop the ball
D) Get into a good throwing position
  • 7. What is the priority when throwing the ball back into the infield?
A) Style
B) Maximum power
C) Speed
D) Accuracy
  • 8. What type of throw is typically used to get the ball back into the infield quickly?
A) Slow pitch
B) Underhand toss
C) Behind-the-back throw
D) Crow hop throw
  • 9. What is the purpose of backing up another outfielder?
A) To get closer to the play
B) To prevent runners from advancing if the ball is misplayed
C) To confuse the runners
D) To give the other outfielder a break
  • 10. What weather condition most impacts outfield play?
A) Humidity
B) Temperature
C) Wind
D) Barometric Pressure
  • 11. Why is communication important in the outfield?
A) To confuse the other team
B) To avoid collisions and ensure someone catches the ball
C) To show off
D) To argue
  • 12. What should an outfielder shout when calling for a fly ball?
A) "He's got it!"
B) "I got it!"
C) "Mine!" (unless truly alone)
D) "Look out!"
  • 13. When should an outfielder attempt to dive for a ball?
A) When they are sure they can catch it
B) When the coach tells them to
C) Never
D) Whenever possible
  • 14. What is the ideal number of hands to catch a fly ball with?
A) One
B) Zero
C) Three
D) Two
  • 15. What does it mean to "charge" a ground ball?
A) To avoid it
B) To ignore it
C) To aggressively run towards it
D) To throw it hard
  • 16. What is the 'glove side'?
A) The side of the field with the most grass
B) The side of the field closest to the dugout
C) The side of your body with your glove
D) The side of the field where the sun is
  • 17. What is an outfielder's responsibility on a base hit?
A) Go get a drink
B) Yell at the runner
C) Do nothing
D) Back up the play and prevent extra bases
  • 18. What does it mean to 'play the hitter'?
A) Position yourself based on the hitter's tendencies
B) Argue with the hitter
C) Try to distract the hitter
D) Ignore the hitter
  • 19. How should an outfielder practice reading fly balls?
A) By taking fly balls during practice
B) By watching baseball on TV
C) By reading about it
D) By playing video games
  • 20. What is the role of the center fielder?
A) To cover the most ground and direct the other outfielders
B) To do the least amount of work
C) To argue with the umpire
D) To get all the glory
  • 21. What should an outfielder do before each pitch?
A) Get into an athletic ready position
B) Relax completely
C) Talk to the fans
D) Daydream
  • 22. What is a good strategy to deal with sun interference?
A) Close your eyes
B) Blame someone else
C) Run away from the sun
D) Use your glove or hat to shield your eyes
  • 23. What kind of fitness training is important for outfielders?
A) Eating junk food
B) Sprinting and agility drills
C) Weightlifting only
D) Sitting and resting
  • 24. If a ball is hit right at the outfield wall, what should the outfielder prioritize?
A) Making the catch at all costs
B) Ignoring the ball
C) Safety
D) Showing off
  • 25. When is it acceptable to throw behind a runner?
A) When the coach tells you to
B) Always
C) When you are angry
D) Almost never - prioritize leading runners
  • 26. What piece of equipment, besides a glove, can be crucial for an outfielder?
A) A baseball
B) Cleats
C) A bat
D) Sunglasses
  • 27. What should an outfielder do if they lose sight of the ball in the sun?
A) Try to relocate it quickly, listen to teammates
B) Pretend they saw it
C) Blame the sun
D) Give up
  • 28. What is a 'cut-off'?
A) Cutting the grass
B) A middle infielder intercepting a throw from the outfield
C) A type of sandwich
D) A type of baseball pitch
  • 29. If a runner is on third base with less than two outs, what should the outfielder prioritize on a fly ball?
A) Ignoring the runner
B) Making an accurate throw to home plate
C) Making a catch, no matter what
D) Throwing to second base
  • 30. What is the best way to prevent injury in the outfield?
A) Drinking soda
B) Not playing at all
C) Proper stretching and warm-up
D) Ignoring pain
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