Football Basics

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What is a touchdown in American football?
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A touchdown is scored when a player carries the ball into the opposing team's end zone or catches it there, earning six points.
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How many players are on the field for each team in a standard football game?
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There are 11 players on the field for each team in a standard American football game.
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What is the primary objective of a football game?
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The main objective is to score more points than the opposing team by advancing the football into the opponent's end zone.
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How long is an American football field, including the end zones?
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An American football field is 120 yards long, including two 10-yard end zones.
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What is a field goal worth in American football?
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A field goal is worth three points in American football.
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What are the four downs in American football?
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A team has four plays or 'downs' to advance the ball 10 yards. If successful, they earn another set of four downs.
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What happens if the ball is intercepted?
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If the ball is intercepted, the opposing team gains possession and tries to advance the ball in the opposite direction.
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What is a sack in football?
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A sack occurs when the quarterback is tackled behind the line of scrimmage before they can throw a forward pass.
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What does 'offside' mean in football?
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Offside is a penalty where a player moves past the line of scrimmage before the ball is snapped.
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What is the line of scrimmage?
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The line of scrimmage is an imaginary line where the football is placed at the start of a play, separating the offense and defense.
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What is the purpose of a punt in football?
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A punt is used to kick the ball to the opposing team, usually on the fourth down, to push them back in their own territory.
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What is an 'extra point' in football?
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After a touchdown, a team can attempt an extra point by kicking the ball through the uprights for one additional point.
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How does a team score a two-point conversion in football?
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A two-point conversion is scored by running or passing the ball into the end zone after a touchdown instead of kicking an extra point.
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What is a blitz in football?
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A blitz is a defensive strategy where additional players rush the quarterback to try to disrupt the play.
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Name one offensive position in football.
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Quarterback is an offensive position responsible for passing the ball, handing it off, or running it themselves.
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