Hockey Quiz

Question 1

What is the origin of ice hockey?

Answer 1

Ice hockey began in Canada in the mid 1800’s.

Question 2

In what year did ice hockey become the national sport of Canada?

Answer 2

By 1900.

Question 3

Which countries have become popular for ice hockey?

Answer 3

• Russia
• Sweden
• United States

Question 4

What is the typical duration of hockey games?

Answer 4

3-20 minute periods with 2 intermissions.

Question 5

What is the main objective of hockey?

Answer 5

To score points by hitting the puck into the goal or net.

Question 6

How is floor hockey modified from ice hockey?

Answer 6

Differences in rules and no use of ice or skates.

Question 7

How many players are on a typical hockey team?

Answer 7

Six (6) or seven (7) players.

Question 8

What is the role of the goalkeeper in hockey?

Answer 8

To prevent the puck from going in the net using hands, feet, or stick.

Question 9

What is the function of the center forward in hockey?

Answer 9

Performs the face-off and may play on both sides of the court.

Question 10

What are the names of the outside forwards in hockey?

Answer 10

Left and right wings.

Question 11

What is the main responsibility of forwards in hockey?

Answer 11

To score or assist a score.

Question 12

What is the role of defensive players in hockey?

Answer 12

To keep the puck out of their zone and challenge opponents.

Question 13

Define ‘assist’ in hockey.

Answer 13

A pass from a teammate that leads to a goal.

Question 14

What is the ‘blade’ of a hockey stick?

Answer 14

The curved end used to hit the puck.

Question 15

What is the ‘body’ or ‘shaft’ of a hockey stick?

Answer 15

The main part used to hold and stickhandle.

Question 16

What is the purpose of the ‘butt’ or ‘end’ of a hockey stick?

Answer 16

Used for better grip and to keep the hand from sliding off.

Question 17

What does ‘centering the puck’ mean?

Answer 17

To pass to a spot in front of the opponent’s goal.

Question 18

What is the ‘goalie crease’?

Answer 18

The area where no player’s feet or stick, except for the goalie, is allowed.

Question 19

What is a ‘hat trick’?

Answer 19

When one player scores 3 goals in one game.

Question 20

What initiates play in hockey?

Answer 20

A face-off.

Question 21

What is a ‘give and go’ in hockey?

Answer 21

An offensive play where a pass is given and then returned for a shot.

Question 22

What does ‘off-sides’ mean in hockey?

Answer 22

Having a defensive player in the offensive zone or vice versa.

Question 23

What is a ‘power play’?

Answer 23

A one-man advantage due to a foul.

Question 24

What is a ‘V-cut’?

Answer 24

A move to get open by cutting away from the ball and back quickly.

Question 25

What is a 'wrist shot'?

Answer 25

A quick snap of the wrist for quickness and accuracy.

Question 26

What is a 'screen shot'?

Answer 26

A shot where the goalkeeper's vision is blocked.

Question 27

What are the rules regarding goalies in hockey?

Answer 27

Must stay in their crease; no player can enter except the goalie.

Question 28

What conditions nullify a goal?

Answer 28

* Goals hit off a player's body (except the goalie) * Foul committed by the offensive team * Player or scoring player in the crease

Question 29

What happens if the goal net is moved?

Answer 29

A goal will count if the puck crosses the goal line where the net should be.

Question 30

What is the goalie allowed to do in the crease?

Answer 30

Block the puck, catch it, or pick it up.

Question 31

What is a 'high sticking' foul?

Answer 31

Lifting the blade of the stick above the knees.

Question 32

What is 'slashing' in hockey?

Answer 32

Hitting an opponent with the stick when they can't play the puck.

Question 33

What does 'tripping' refer to in hockey?

Answer 33

Using any part of the body or stick to cause an opponent to fall.

Question 34

What is 'hooking'?

Answer 34

Holding an opponent's stick to prevent them from playing.

Question 35

What is 'goalie contact'?

Answer 35

Any contact with the goalie in the crease.

Question 36

What does a 'bench penalty' refer to?

Answer 36

Poor sports conduct while sitting on the bench.

Question 37

What happens if an offensive player is in the crease?

Answer 37

Defense is awarded a free pass from the center line.

Question 38

What should players do defensively?

Answer 38

Never pass in front of their own goal and cover their area.

Question 39

What is the recommended strategy if no one is defending you?

Answer 39

Stick handle and possess the puck towards the opponent’s goal.

Question 40

What should players always look to do before shooting?

Answer 40

Look to pass.

Question 41

What is the purpose of dribbling in hockey?

Answer 41

To create space.

Question 42

Who created floor hockey?

Answer 42

Tom Harter, Director of Civic Recreation in Battle Creek, Michigan

Question 43

How many players play each role on a team?

Answer 43

One goalkeeper, one center forward, two outside forwards, and two defensive players

Question 44

What does the clock stop for?

Answer 44

Penalties, goals, and injuries

Question 45

When is a face off used?

Answer 45

After each goal and at the start of each period

Question 46

When do players change positions?

Answer 46

Each new period

Question 47

When do substitutes enter the game?

Answer 47

At 10:00 (halfway into the period)

Question 48

Whose stick do substitutes use?

Answer 48

The player being replaced

Question 49

When is a goal scored?

Answer 49

When the puck breaks the pane of the goal line

Question 50

If the score is tied at the end of the game it is considered a tie game, unless. . .

Answer 50

It is a playoff game, then the teams go into a shoot out

Question 51

Who is the winner in a shoot out?

Answer 51

The first team to score

Question 52

How much time does the goalie have to clear the puck after it is in his/her possesion?

Answer 52

Three seconds

Question 53

True or false: The goalie can pick up the puck outside the crease

Answer 53

False

Question 54

What are the rules regarding the goalie when they are throwing the puck?

Answer 54

Must be a backhand throw and the puck must make contact with the floor, another player, or the wall before it passes the center line

Question 55

What are the 9 fouls?

Answer 55

High sticking, slashing, tripping, hooking, goalie contact, bench penalty, offensive player in the crease, defensive player in the crease, and goalie outside the crease

Question 56

What happens when a foul is committed?

Answer 56

The player who committed the foul sits out for one minute and their team will play shorthanded