Baseball Flash Cards

Question 1

You are the pitcher. Whenever a ground ball is hit to the right side of the infield, you should:

A. Watch the play develop and cover first if the first baseman can’t get there.

B. Start moving toward first base as soon as the ball is hit.

C. Stay on the mound and stay out of the play.

D. None of the above.

E. All of the above.

Answer 1

B. Start moving toward first base as soon as the ball is hit.

Question 2

You are the pitcher/catcher. In an obvious bunt situation, choose the correct pitch selection and location from the list below:

A. Fastball in, try to jam him.

B. Curveball down, try to get him to bunt and miss.

C. Fastball for a strike, just let him bunt it.

D. None of the above.

E. All of the above.

Answer 2

C. Fastball for a strike, just let him bunt it.

Question 3

Which of these are examples of balks?

A. Pitcher doesn’t come to a complete stop before starting his delivery to home plate

B. Left-handed pitcher steps home and throws to first.

C. Pitcher comes set, breaks his hands, and comes set again.

D. None of the above.

E. All of the above.

Answer 3

E. All of the above.

Question 4

You are the pitcher. Controlling the running game at first base can be done by:

A. A well-timed pitch out.

B. Holding the ball and then picking to first.

C. Holding the ball and then pitching.

D. None of the above.

E. All of the above.

Answer 4

E. All of the above.

Question 5

Pitching inside for a strike with a fastball will:

A. Make it difficult for a hitter to cover the entire plate.

B. Set up the front-door breaking ball.

C. Allow the pitcher to avoid contact.

D. None of the above.

E. All of the above.

Answer 5

A. Make it difficult for a hitter to cover the entire plate.

Question 6

You are the pitcher. The only base that you don’t follow your throw on a pick off or comebacker is:

A. First.

B. Second.

C. Third.

D. None of the above.

E. All of the above.

Answer 6

B. Second.

Question 7

You are the pitcher/catcher. It’s the 9th inning, 2 outs, and there are runners on 2B and 3B in a tie game. Two similar hitters are scheduled to hit. How do you proceed?

A. Go right after the first hitter.

B. Pitch around the first hitter and see if he’ll chase.

C. Be smart with pitch and location to the first hitter and walk him if you fall behind.

D. None of the above.

E. All of the above.

Answer 7

C. Be smart with pitch and location to the first hitter and walk him if you fall behind.

Question 8

You are the pitcher. In a 1st & 3rd situation with one out, 9th inning, and the winning run on third base, a comebacker is hit to you. You field it cleanly. The runners and the hitter all have average speed. What should you do with the ball?

A. Throw to second to start the double play.

B. Check the runner on third then throw to first.

C. Check the runner on third then throw to second.

D. None of the above.

E. All of the above.

Answer 8

A. Throw to second to start the double play.

Question 9

What should the pitcher’s top priority be with a runner on 2nd base and two outs?

A. Make sure to control the runner’s lead by varying looks.

B. Know how close the middle infielders are holding the runner.

C. Throw a quality strike to the hitter.

D. None of the above.

E. All of the above.

Answer 9

C. Throw a quality strike to the hitter.

Question 10

It’s early in the game and there is a runner on first base and a left-handed hitter at the plate. You are a RHP. Do you throw off-speed pitches to this hitter? If so, when and why? Choose the answer below that is false:

A. Yes, so I can get him to ground into a double play.

B. No, I don’t want to speed up his bat and let him hit to the hole on the right side.

C. Yes, if I get to two strikes and it makes sense in the pitch sequence.

D. None of the above.

E. All of the above.

Answer 10

A. Yes, so I can get him to ground into a double play.

Question 11

Define “pitching to contact”.

A. Locating down the middle of the plate so hitters can make contact.

B. Throwing strikes with good location so hitters will swing early in counts.

C. Getting ground ball outs.

D. None of the above.

E. All of the above.

Answer 11

B. Throwing strikes with good location so hitters will swing early in counts.

Question 12

Which of these statements is not a component of the infield fly rule.

A. It is only called with runners on first and second and nobody out.

B. The hitter is automatically out.

C. The runners can advance at their own risk.

D. None of the above.

E. All of the above.

Answer 12

A. It is only called with runners on first and second and nobody out.

Question 13

You are the pitcher. What is your responsibility if you pick a runner off of first base? What is the catcher’s responsibility?

A. I stay out of the play. The catcher backs up first.

B. I back up first. The catcher backs me up when he gets there.

C. I back up first until the catcher gets there. The catcher gets in front of me when he gets there.

D. None of the above.

E. All of the above.

Answer 13

C. I back up first until the catcher gets there. The catcher gets in front of me when he gets there.

Question 14

A hitter hits a double but misses first base. You are the pitcher. Which is not an acceptable way to handle this situation?

A. With the ball still in play, step on first base.

B. If the ball is dead, step off, appeal, then throw to first.

C. With the ball still in play, tag the runner standing on second.

D. None of the above.

E. All of the above

Answer 14

D. None of the above.

Question 15

You are the pitcher. Yours is the visiting team and winning by one run. It’s late in the game and there are runners on 1B and 2B and no outs. A regular bunt defense is on and the hitter bunts the ball hard and directly back to you. Which base do you throw to?

A. Second base. You want to get two outs on this play.

B. Third base. Keeping the tying run off of third is more important than a possible double play.

C. First base. You must get a sure out in this situation.

D. None of the above.

E. All of the above.

Answer 15

B. Third base. Keeping the tying run off of third is more important than a possible double play.

Question 16

If you’ve identified a hitter’s weakness, when should you attack it?

A. Every time you face him.

B. At a critical time in the game.

C. Only if you can’t get him out with your strength.

D. None of the above.

E. All of the above.

Answer 16

C. Only if you can’t get him out with your strength.

Question 17

Define “pitch efficiency”.

A. Getting action from a hitter in five pitches or less.

B. Keeping your pitch count down so you can pitch into later innings.

C. Getting good leverage and line on every pitch.

D. None of the above.

E. All of the above.

Answer 17

B. Keeping your pitch count down so you can pitch into later innings.

Question 18

You are the pitcher.. You’re up by two runs and have runners on first and third. A ball is hit for extra bases down the right field line. Where do you back up?

A. Third base. You want to keep the hitter off of third.

B. Home plate. The left fielder should back up third on this play.

C. Deep between home and third and then see where the throw goes and back it up.

D. None of the above.

E. All of the above.

Answer 18

C. Deep between home and third and then see where the throw goes and back it up.

Question 19

You are the pitcher/catcher. Which pitch is most effective?

A. A pitch that you believe is the right pitch in that situation.

B. A pitch that attacks a hitter’s weakness.

C. Whatever pitch you can command the best.

D. None of the above.

E. All of the above.

Answer 19

A. A pitch that you believe is the right pitch in that situation.

Question 20

To be a successful major league pitcher, which of these do you need most?

A. The ability to throw any pitch for a strike in any count.

B. Fastball command and the ability to control the running game.

C. An out-pitch that you can throw for a strike or off the plate for a swing and miss.

D. None of the above.

E. All of the above.

Answer 20

E. All of the above.

Question 21

Which of these statements regarding your approach to hitting with a man on second base and no outs is false?

A. You should be looking for something to drive to the right side of the field.

B. The pitcher is trying to jam a right-handed hitter or make him pull with pitches hard, down, and/or in.

C. You should take what the pitcher gives you and hit the ball where it is pitched.

D. None of the above.

E. All of the above.

Answer 21

C. You should take what the pitcher gives you and hit the ball where it is pitched.

Question 22

Which of these are examples of balks?

A. Pitcher doesn’t come to a complete stop before starting his delivery to home plate.

B. Left-handed pitcher steps home and throws to first.

C. Pitcher comes set, breaks his hands, and comes set again.

D. None of the above

E. All of the above

Answer 22

E. All of the above

Question 23

When should corner infielders check with their manager to see if they should guard the lines?

A. At the beginning of every inning.

B. In the seventh inning or later, when playing no doubles.

C. In an obvious bunt situation.

D. None of the above.

E. All of the above.

Answer 23

B. In the seventh inning or later, when playing no doubles.

Question 24

Where should you bunt the ball when there are men on first and second base and no outs?

A. It depends on whether the pitcher is right-handed or left-handed.

B. First Base

C. Third Based.

D. None of the above.

E. All of the above.

Answer 24

C. Third Based.

Question 25

After reaching first base, what are the most important factors a baserunner needs to be aware of?

A. What is the score and how many outs are there?

B. Where are the outfielders playing and what kind of arms to they have?

C. Is this a good time for a bunt, steal, or hit-and-run situation?

D. None of the above.

E. All of the above.

Answer 25

E. All of the above.

Question 26

What is the “wheel play” and why is it used? How do you know if the wheel play is on?

A. Bunt play used to get the out at third. You know it’s on when the SS breaks to third.

B. Pick off play used at second base. You know it’s on when the pitcher looks home, then “wheels” and throws to second.

C. Pick off play used to prevent a double steal. You know it’s on when the pitcher picks to third then “wheels” and throws to first.

D. None of the above.

E. All of the above.

Answer 26

A. Bunt play used to get the out at third. You know it’s on when the SS breaks to third.

Question 27

What is your hitting approach with a man on third, infield in, and one out?

A. Looking for any pitch you can elevate for a fly ball.

B. Looking for any pitch down in the zone that you can put on the ground.

C. Looking for any pitch that you can handle to make sure you drive in the run.

D. None of the above.

E. All of the above.

Answer 27

A. Looking for any pitch you can elevate for a fly ball.

Question 28

What is your hitting approach with a man on third, infield back, and one out?

A. Just don’t strike out.

B. Make solid contact up the middle in the air or on the ground.

C. Drive the ball to the right side of the field.

D. None of the above.

E. All of the above.

Answer 28

B. Make solid contact up the middle in the air or on the ground.

Question 29

With a runner on second base, a balk is called but the pitcher still throws the pitch. What should the hitter do in this situation? What should the runner do?

A. The hitter should swing and the runner should run.

B. The ball is dead and the runner moves up to third.

C. The hitter should swing, but the runner needs to play the ball live.

D. None of the above.

E. All of the above.

Answer 29

C. The hitter should swing, but the runner needs to play the ball live.

Question 30

You get a base hit up the middle with a runner on second base. The first baseman lines himself up for the relay throw from center field. What is the most important factor that determines how far you should round firstbase?

A. What is the height of the throw home?

B. How far away is the first baseman taking the relay?

C. Is anyone covering first base?

D. None of the above.

E. All of the above.

Answer 30

E. All of the above.

Question 31

Where should outfielders position themselves when playing “no doubles?”

A. Back far enough so that any ball over their heads is a home run.

B. A few steps deeper than normal depth.

C. Shade toward the foul lines.

D. None of the above.

E. All of the above.

Answer 31

A. Back far enough so that any ball over their heads is a home run.

Question 32

Why do you take a different lead off of second base with two outs?

A. It makes it easier to steal third base.

B. It makes a better angle on your turn home.

C. It makes it easier to take a walking lead so you can run on contact.

D. None of the above.

E. All of the above.

Answer 32

B. It makes a better angle on your turn home.

Question 33

Which of these statements is not a component of the infield fly rule?

A. It is only called with runners on first and second and nobody out.

B. The hitter is automatically out.

C. The runners can advance at their own risk.

D. None of the above.

E. All of the above.

Answer 33

A. It is only called with runners on first and second and nobody out.

Question 34

Which of these are parts of a good two-strike approach?

A. Make a physical adjustment, like widening your stance.

B. Make a mental adjustment, like covering the entire plate.

C. Shorten your swing and put the ball in play.

D. None of the above.

E. All of the above.

Answer 34

E. All of the above.

Question 35

A hitter hits a double but misses first base. You are on defense. Which is not an acceptable way to handle this situation?

A. With the ball still in play, step on first base.

B. If the ball is dead, pitcher steps off, appeals, and throws to first.

C. With the ball still in play, tag the runner standing on second.

D. None of the above.

E. All of the above.

Answer 35

D. None of the above.

Question 36

Yours is the visiting team and winning by one run. It’s late in the game and there are runners on 1B and 2B and no outs. A regular bunt defense is on and the hitter bunts the ball hard directly back to the pitcher. Which base should he throw to?

A. Second base. You want to get two outs on this play

B. Third base. Keeping the tying run off of third is more important than a possible double play.

C. First base. You must get a sure out in this situation.

D. None of the above.

E. All of the above.

Answer 36

B. Third base. Keeping the tying run off of third is more important than a possible double play.

Question 37

A fly ball is hit in foul territory with the winning run on third and less than two outs. The outfielder gets to the ball in time to catch it. How does he know whether to catch it or let it drop?

A. If he is sure he can throw the runner out from where he catches it, then he should catch it.

B. If he is able to set his feet before he catches it, then he should catch it.

C. If he throws left and plays left field or throws right and plays right field, he should let it drop.

D. None of the above.

E. All of the above.

Answer 37

A. If he is sure he can throw the runner out from where he catches it, then he should catch it.

Question 38

A runner is on first base in a 1st & 3rd situation and there are less than two outs. A routine fly ball is hit. The runner on first should:

A. Go halfway in case the outfielder doesn’t catch the ball.

B. Tag up to either advance a base or draw a cut-off.

C. Watch the third base coach and follow his direction.

D. None of the above.

E. All of the above.

Answer 38

B. Tag up to either advance a base or draw a cut-off.

Question 39

0-0, 1-0, 2-0, 2-1, and 3-1 are the five best hitting counts. Why are they the five best hitting counts?

A. You are likely to see a fastball.

B. You are even or ahead in the count.

C. You can be more selective and look for pitches that you can drive.

D. None of the above.

E. All of the above.

Answer 39

E. All of the above.

Question 40

It’s the top of the 9th inning and you are the home team. The game is tied and there is a runner on second base with two outs. A lead-off prototype hitter is at the plate. How should your outfield be playing this hitter?

A. Straight up, there are two outs.

B. Nothing over their heads and closing the gaps.

C. Shallow and shaded to the opposite field.

D. None of the above.

E. All of the above.

Answer 40

C. Shallow and shaded to the opposite field.

Question 41

When does the infield fly rule apply?

Answer 41

• Less than 2 outs
• Force play at third base
• Pop fly to the infield that can be caught with ordinary effort

Question 42

When can runners advance on an hit called as infield fly?

Answer 42

When the ball is touched by a fielder (caught or not caught) or the ball touches the ground. The runner must tag up, just as when advancing with any fly ball caught for an out.

Question 43

Can runners advance on a foul ball caught for an out?

Answer 43

Yes. This is treated no differently than any fly ball caught for an out. They can advance at their own risk after tagging up.

Question 44

When can a batter advance to first base on a dropped third strike?

Answer 44

When first base is empty OR there are two outs. Otherwise, batter is automatically out.

Question 45

You are on first base and there are no outs. Batter swings and misses at strike 3 but catcher drops it. Batter begins running towards first base. What should you do?

Answer 45

Unless told to steal, stay on your base. Since first base is occupied and there are less than 2 outs, the batter is automatically out.

Question 46

You are playing catcher. Bases are loaded and 2 outs. Batter swings and misses at strike 3 and begins running to first. What is the best/easiest play for you to make?

Answer 46

Step on home plate for third out. Dropped third strike is no different than any other force play situation.

Question 47

You are up to bat and the umpire quietly tells you that time has expired. What should you do?

A. Finish your at bat as normal.

B. Call time and tell your coach.

C. Head to the dugout since the game is over.

D. None of the above.

Answer 47

B. Call time and tell your coach. Anytime the umpire tells you game critical information, such as time has expired, and your coach is not aware, call time and tell you coach.

Question 48

Based on 2018 data for the MLB, what pitch count was the best for the batter getting a high BA and high SLG?

Answer 48

3-0 Count. Consider this when deciding to automatically “take” the 3-0 pitch to try to get a walk.

Question 49

When considering “fly ball communication” the first rule all players need to understand is…

A. Let the best player catch the ball.

B. Never call for the ball unless you are sure you will catch it.

C. Check the other players to see if they are going to catch it before you call for the ball.

D. Just catch the ball.

Answer 49

B. Never call for the ball unless you are sure you will catch it.

Question 50

According the “fly ball priority rules” when multiple players on the field could catch a fly ball or popup.

A. The catcher has priority to catch a popup over a pitcher.

B.The 2nd baseman has priority to catch a popup over a Shortstop.

C. The 3rd baseman has priority to catch a popup over a Shortstop.

D. The center fielder has the highest priority on the field - he can call off any other player.

Answer 50

D. The center fielder has the highest priority on the field - he can call off any other player.

Question 51

If you are the runner at 1st base and you have started early on the pitch because your coach put the hit and run play on, how should you react if the hitter drills a line drive toward the 2nd baseman.

A. Run on all line drives.

B. How would I know if the hitter hit a line drive?

C. Keep going to 3rd base. If the 2nd baseman catches the ball you’ll be thrown out regardless of how you react.

D. Look inside after your first few steps and freeze after picking the ball up off the bat.

Answer 51

D. Look inside after your first few steps and freeze after picking the ball up off the bat.

Question 52

If you are attempting to steal 2nd base against a left handed pitcher and realize the pitcher has thrown the ball to 1st base, your best reaction is….

A. Stop and get in rundown.

B. Try to beat the throw back to 1st base.

C. Continue as fast as you can to 2nd base and adjust your running lane to match the lane between the 1st baseman and shortstop.

D. Give up.

Answer 52

C. Continue as fast as you can to 2nd base and adjust your running lane to match the lane between the 1st baseman and shortstop.

Question 53

When running at 2nd base you should tag…

A. On all fly balls.

B. Only when the fly ball is deep enough for you to advance.

C. On all foul balls.

D. On a line drive to the 2nd baseman.

Answer 53

B. Only when the fly ball is deep enough for you to advance.

Question 54

You are caught in a rundown. One of the fielders that does not have the ball is in your way and you are about to collide. What should you do?

Answer 54

Allow yourself to run into the fielder so that obstruction is called and you will be awarded the base.

Question 55

As a hitter with 2 strikes, your best approach is…

A. Look soft, and adjust to hard.

B. Look hard and adjust to soft.

C. Sit on the Curveball.

D. Just swing.

Answer 55

A. Look soft, and adjust to hard.

Question 56

The most effective high school pitchers…

A. Throw hard.

B. Throw a high percentage of strikes with multiple pitches.

C. Throw a wide variety of pitches.

D. Have a great curveball.

Answer 56

B. Throw a high percentage of strikes with multiple pitches.

Question 57

The infield fly rule is in effect…

A. With runners at 1st & 2nd or bases loaded and less
than 2 outs.

B. On any fly ball in the field of play, regardless of the number of outs.

C. Only with bases loaded and less than two outs.

D. With runners at 1st & 2nd or bases loaded and 2 outs.

Answer 57

A. With runners at 1st & 2nd or bases loaded and less

than 2 outs.

Question 58

If the umpire blows a call and you are the player that suffers as a result, your best reaction is to…

A. Throw a fit so everyone knows he missed the call.

B. Take a deep breath, let it go, and engage in the next pitch like the bad call never happened.

C. Say nothing, but behave like someone stole your bike.

D. Argue with the umpire.

Answer 58

B. Take a deep breath, let it go, and engage in the next pitch like the bad call never happened.

Question 59

If you are the catcher with runners at 1st and 2nd and no outs and the batter swings at a ball in the dirt for strike three, you should (select all that apply)…

A. Tag the batter-runner or throw to first to complete the putout.

B. Block and secure the ball and check the runner at 2nd to make sure he doesn’t advance.

C. Secure the ball and show the umpire you have it.

D. Be aware that that the batter is out by rule and realize the runner from first may be the best chance to record a second out since he can’t start for 2nd base until he knows the runner from 2nd is trying to advance.

Answer 59

B. Block and secure the ball and check the runner at 2nd to make sure he doesn’t advance.

and

D. Be aware that that the batter is out by rule and realize the runner from first may be the best chance to record a second out since he can’t start for 2nd base until he knows the runner from 2nd is trying to advance.

Question 60

Pitchers can disrupt stolen base attempts by runners at 1st base by (select all that apply):

A. Making multiple pickoff moves to 1st base.

B. Throwing hard.

C. Varying the number of “looks” you give the runner from the set position from pitch to pitch.

D. Using a quick delivery, or “slide step” when you deliver your pitch.

Answer 60

A. Making multiple pickoff moves to 1st base.

and

C. Varying the number of “looks” you give the runner from the set position from pitch to pitch.

and

D. Using a quick delivery, or “slide step” when you deliver your pitch.

Question 61

Defense Situation: You are playing Right Field (RF). There are runners on first base and second base. There are 2 outs. The batter gets a base hit that gets past the second baseman and rolls out to you. You have no cut off man to cut your throw off. Where should you throw the ball to try to get a runner out?

A. First Base

B. Second Base

C. Third Base

D. Home Plate

Answer 61

D. Home Plate

Question 62

Defense Situation: You are playing Left Field (LF). There are no runners on base. There are 0 outs. The batter gets a base hit down the left field line that gets past the third baseman. You retrieve the ball. Who is your cut off man that you should throw the ball to?

A. Shortstop

B. Third Baseman

C. Pitcher

D. Second Baseman

Answer 62

A. Shortstop

Question 63

Defense Situation: You are playing Shortstop (SS). There is a runner on first base. There are 0 outs. The batter hits a solid ground ball to you. Where should you throw the ball to try to get the force runner out?

A. Third Base

B. First Base

C. Second Base

D. Home Plate

Answer 63

C. Second Base

Question 64

Defense Situation: You are playing Center Field (CF). There is a runner on third base. There is 1 out. The batter hits a fly ball to you that you catch. The runner is tagging up from third base. You have no time to throw the ball to the cutoff man. Where should you throw the ball to get the runner out?

A. Second Base

B. Home Plate

C. Third Base

D. First Base

Answer 64

B. Home Plate

Question 65

Defense Situation: You are playing Right Field (RF). There are no runners on base. There are 0 outs. The batter gets a base hit down the right field line that gets past the first baseman. You retrieve the ball. Who is your cut off man that you should throw the ball to?

A. Third Baseman

B. Shortstop

C. Pitcher

D. Second Baseman

Answer 65

D. Second Baseman

Question 66

Defensive Situation: You are pitching (SP). The bases are loaded (Runners on first, second, and third base). There is 1 out. The batter hits a ground ball to you. Where should you get the force out?

A. Home Plate

B. Second Base

C. First Base

D. Third Base

Answer 66

A. Home Plate

Question 67

Defensive Situation: You are playing First Base (1B). There is a runner on third base. Bottom of the 7th. Tie game. There is 1 out. The batter hits a ground ball to you that you catch. What should you do first?

A. Check the runner at 3rd base; listen for a 4 call

B. Throw the ball to home plate

C. Step on first base

D. Throw the ball to 3rd base.

Answer 67

A. Check the runner at 3rd base; listen for a 4 call

Question 68

Offensive Situation: Two outs and you’re a runner on First Base, the batter hits a pop-up. What are you supposed to do?

A. Freeze

B. Run back to First Base

C. Run towards Second Base

D. Stop

Answer 68

C. Run towards Second Base

Question 69

Offensive Situation: One out and you’re a runner on 2nd Base, the batter hits a grounder towards the shortstop. What are you supposed to do?

A. Run back and stand on 2nd Base

B. Freeze and take a few steps back to 2nd Base

C. Run towards 3rd base

D. Freeze/Stop

Answer 69

B. Freeze and take a few steps back to 2nd Base

Question 70

Who is MLB’s all time strikeouts leader?

A. Nolan Ryan

B. Randy Johnson

C. Rodger Clemens

D. Steve Carlton

Answer 70

A. Nolan Ryan

Question 71

Runners on 1st and 2nd base, no outs, you are at bat. You receive the bunt signal from Coach. Where is the ideal place to bunt the ball?

A. Back to the Pitcher

B. Down 1st Baseline

C. Down 3rd Baseline

D. Right out in front of the Catcher

Answer 71

C. Down 3rd Baseline

Question 72

Which of these are examples of balks?

A. Pitcher doesn’t come to a complete stop before starting his delivery to home plate.

B. Left-handed pitcher steps home and throws to first.

C. Pitcher comes set, breaks his hands, and comes set again.

D. None of the above.

E. All of the above.

Answer 72

E. All of the above.

Question 73

What is your hitting approach with a man on third, infield in, and one out?

A. Any pitch down in the zone that you can put on the ground.

B. Any pitch inside on your hands.

C. Any pitch you can elevate for a fly ball.

D. None of the above

E. All of the above

Answer 73

C. Any pitch you can elevate for a fly ball.

Question 74

Bottom of the 7th. Tie game. You are the AWAY team. Runner on 3rd base with 1 out. You are playing LF and a fly ball is hit down the LF line and curves into foul territory causing your momentum to run away from home plate. What do you do?

A. Catch the foul ball for the 2nd Out.

B. Let the foul ball hit the ground.

C. I have no clue.

D. None of the above.

Answer 74

B. Let the foul ball hit the ground.

Question 75

You’re hitting and the count is 3-1 or 2-0. What pitch should you be sitting on?

A. Changeup

B. Curveball

C. Fastball

D. None of the above.

Answer 75

C. Fastball

Question 76

You’re a runner at first base with 1 out, hitter makes contact and hits a ground ball towards shortstop, you run to second base and don’t make it there before the SS throws ball to second baseman. What do you have to do as a runner?

A. Slide straight into the bag to avoid interference

B. Stay standing up

C. Peel off out of the way to not interfere with infielder

Answer 76

A. Slide straight into the bag to avoid interference

and

C. Peel off out of the way to not interfere with infielder

Question 77

What’s the most important task when you’re on deck?

A. Looking into the stands.

B. Timing the pitcher.

C. Focusing on the catcher’s setup position.

D. Swing and stretch much as possible until it’s time to hit.

Answer 77

B. Timing the pitcher.

Question 78

A ball is hit in play and a runner is turning around 3rd and is heading towards home plate. What should the batter in the on-deck circle do?

Answer 78

Work as the “home plate coach”. Watch the play develop behind the runner and give guidance to the runner on what is happening behind them.

Question 79

Scenario: You are up by 8 runs. Man on 1st and 3rd, one out. A ground ball is hit to the SS, what do you do?

A. Go home to prevent the run

B. Attempt to turn a double play

C. Throw the runner out at first

D. Throw to the pitcher to avoid base movement

Answer 79

B. Attempt to turn a double play

Question 80

How does the umpire signal that Infield Fly is being invoked?

Answer 80

They raise their right arm, point to the sky and say “Infield Fly”.