HSCII Basketball Study Guide

ByKim Butler, Ed.D2012HSCII Basketball Cognitive TestHistory of Basketball1. Who is considered the Father of Basketball?Michael JordonJames NaismithMagic JohnsonShaquille ONeal

History of Basketball2. What prompted the invention of basketball?An activity to help soccer players stay in shape during the summer.An activity to entertain university students.An activity to help football players stay in shape during the winter.An activity to entertain communities on Friday nights.

Basketball Positions Match the Positions to the Descriptions.PositionsDescriptionsPoint Guard Shooting GuardForwardCenter

Same duties as forwards, but taller and plays defense in the middle of the key.Good shot from up close, good at rebounding.Best ball handler/play maker.Can shoot well from outside of the key.

Referee Signals Match the Signal to the PictureSignalPictureDouble DribbleTravelingBlockingHolding

ABCD11. Biomechanical PrincipleWhen performing a jump ball, which is the MOST important biomechanical principal involved?Explosive PowerBalanceBMIRotary Motion

Game Scoring Match Point Values to Location on Court Shot was MadePoint ValuesLocation on Court3 Points2 Points1 PointAt the free throw line.Behind the Arc.Anywhere in front of the Arc during regular play.

15. Skill: Dribble. Which of the below is NOT a skill needed for dribbling?Keep fingers stiff and close together over the top of the ball.Use finger tips to control ball.Use wrist and arm pressure to PUSH ball down.Head up and eyes looking forward.

16. Basketball Skill: Chest Pass. Which of the below is NOT a skill for the chest pass?Hold your ball close to your chest.Spread your fingers around the ball.Keep feet together while passing.Extend arms.

17. Basketball Shot: Jump ShotAll of the biomechanical principals below will help with the jump shot EXCEPT?SpeedExplosive PowerRotary MotionFlexibility

18. Basketball Shot: Layup. Identify the step below that is NOT correct.Start by dribbling towards the basket.If you are on the right side of the basket, you should lift your right knee when shooting.Lift your right knee with your right arm.If you are on the right side of the basket you should shoot with your left hand.

Basketball Tactics Match Tactic to DescriptionTacticDescriptionInbound PlayFast BreakGive n GoMove to Open SpaceQuick transition from defense to offense.Pass the ball to a team mate, move to the basket, receive pass and score.To put the ball in play.Get open and ready to receive a pass.

23. Basketball Skill Related FitnessAll of the below are crucial elements of good defence EXCEPT:AgilityReaction TimeBMICoordination

Basketball Strategy: Match the Type of Defence to DescriptionType of DefenseDescriptionZonePerson to PersonWhere the defense guards a player.Where the defense guards an area on the court.