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