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How is the winner of a football game decided?
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The winner is the team with the most points at the end of the game, considering scores from touchdowns, field goals, etc.
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What happens if a football game ends in a tie score in regular season?
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In the NFL, teams go into overtime; if still tied after 10 minutes, the game ends in a tie. Playoffs continue until a winner is determined.
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How is 'holding' penalized in football?
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Holding is penalized by a 10-yard loss from the spot of the foul.
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What defines a passing play in football?
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A passing play is when the quarterback throws the ball forward to a receiver down the field.
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What are 'special teams' in football?
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Special teams are units designed for kicking plays, such as kickoffs, punts, field goals, and extra points.
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What are the two main defensive strategies in football?
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The two main defensive strategies are zone defense, where players cover an area, and man-to-man, where they cover specific players.
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What does 'illegal formation' mean in football?
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Illegal formation occurs when the offense does not have enough players on the line of scrimmage before the snap.
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How long is halftime in a professional football game?
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Halftime in a professional football game is typically 12 minutes long.
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What triggers a two-minute warning in football?
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A two-minute warning is called when there are two minutes left in each half of the game.
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What constitutes a 'safety' in football?
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A safety occurs when the offensive player is tackled in their own end zone, awarding two points to the defense.
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What is the role of the referee in a football game?
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The referee oversees the game, makes decisions on rule infractions, and is responsible for upholding the game regulations.
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What is the penalty for unsportsmanlike conduct?
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Unsportsmanlike conduct is penalized by a 15-yard loss.
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How can a defensive team score points besides intercepting a pass?
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A defensive team can score by recovering a fumble and returning it for a touchdown or tackling the ball carrier in their own end zone for a safety.
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What is 'roughing the passer' penalty in football?
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Roughing the passer is a penalty for making illegal contact with the quarterback after they have thrown the ball, punished by 15 yards and an automatic first down.
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What is the purpose of the challenge system in football?
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The challenge system allows coaches to request a review of a questionable call made by the officials, using replay to overturn incorrect decisions.
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