reff test
Where three or more defending team players form a "wall," all teammates of the kicker (attacking team) must remain at least:
1 yd
At the taking of a corner kick, opponents must remain at least ____ yards from the corner arc until the ball is in play.
10 yd
A flag post placed in each corner of the field with a non-pointed top must be a minimum of ____ feet high.
5 ft
The lines on the field of play must be the same width, which must not be wider than ____ inches.
5 in
After my last game, reflection with the referee team should only take:
A) 5-10 minutes or no more than 20 minutes
A goal kick is taken but the ball bursts after traveling 20 yards after which the referee stops play. What decision should the referee make for the restart?
A) A dropped ball with a new ball that complies with Law
My referee teammates were NOT able to stay after we completed the game report since they had to go to a different venue/field. Who else could help with reflection after the game?
A) A licensed referee mentor if available on site; if I am a minor, my parent/guardian should be informed and/or present
A shorter time spent during subs is possible by applying the substitution procedure. This includes the referee:
A) Allowing a player being substituted to leave by the nearest point on the boundary line in most cases
Applying 'advantage' means ...
A) Allows play to continue when an offense occurs, and the non-offending team will benefit from the 'advantage' and penalizes the offense if the anticipated advantage does not ensue at the time or within a few seconds
do not feel I was assigned many games in my first season. I should:
A) Communicate with my assignor(s) to let them know that my goal is to increase the number of games in the current season without sustaining an injury for working too many
The performing environment of the Grassroots referee includes the following
A) Grassroots games (youth and adult) in small-sided, 7v7, 9v9, and 11v11 competitions
During the game, another ball enters the field of play. Should the referee stop the game?
A) No, the referee stops play only if the second ball interferes with play
In order to complete my Grassroots Referee Licensing Re-certification process, I must also complete the following:
A) Risk management: SafeSport (If 18 years or older), up to date Background Check (if 18 years or older) and the Introduction to Safe and Healthy Playing Environment online training
At the taking of a throw-in, an opponent unfairly distracts or impedes the thrower (including moving closer than 2 yards to the place where the throw-in is to be taken). What is the correct decision?
A) The offender is cautioned and shown the yellow card for unsporting behavior
The referee mistakenly stops the first half of a match 5 minutes short. They do not realize the error until after the match has finished. What action should the referee take?
A) The referee should report the fact to the appropriate authorities, specifying the reasons for the decision in the Referee Report and Supplemental Report.
An assistant referee signals that the ball has passed over the touch line. A defender inside the penalty area violently strikes an attacker after the ball leaves the field of play. What decision should the referee make?
A) The referee should send off the offender and show the red card to the defender for violent conduct. Play is restarted with a throw-in.
Is it possible for a goalkeeper to take a throw-in, corner kick or penalty kick?
A) Yes, they are a player on the team
The following are true about reflection after each game EXCEPT:
B) 'What went well' only and NOT about 'what didn't go well'
Which of the following offences committed by the team in possession of the ball does NOT require the referee to stop play?
B) Any offense of Law 4 (The Players Equipment)
A player running with the ball sees an opponent in front and runs off the field of play to continue playing the ball. The opponent holds the player outside the field of play to prevent them from continuing their run. The referee restarts play by ...
B) Awarding a free kick on the boundary line nearest to where the offence or interference occurred. A penalty kick is awarded if this is a direct free kick offence within the offender's penalty area.
During my online experience in the Grassroots Referee Module there wassomething about reflection after the game. In addition to increasing knowledge and understanding of the game, I am working on:
B) Exchanging (offering and receiving) honest feedback: 1) what I/we did well, 2) what I'd/we'd like to improve, and 3) how I/we would do something differently to improve my/our performance in the next game(s)
The purpose of the Grassroots referee is to:
B) Facilitate a fair, safe, and fun game for players
U.S. Soccer requires that all re-certifying referees to complete an in-person field session in the licensing process.
B) False
When determining if a handling offense took place, the Laws of the Game state that every touch between a player's hand/arm and the ball is an offense.
B) False
If an opposing player did not have time to leave the penalty area at the taking of a goal kick, can the player play, touch, or challenge for the ball?
B) No, if that opponent plays, touches or challenges for the ball, the goal kick is retaken
Does the announcement of the number of minutes of 'added time' state the exact amount of time left in the game?
B) No, it simply indicates the minimum amount of time that the referee will add on at the end of the period
Before the kick-off, a team-mate of the player taking the kick-off is standing in the opponents' half of the field of play. The player takes the kick-off and scores directly into the opponents' goal. The referee ...
B) Orders the kick-off to be retaken, caution and show the yellow card to the player for unsporting behavior
Players, coaches, and spectators must:
B) Respect each other, the referee team, and the referee team's decisions
Which of the following statements IS NOT true regarding the procedure of the taking of a corner kick?
B) The ball is in play when it is kicked and leaves the corner arc
Which of the following statements IS NOT true regarding the procedure of the taking of a goal kick?
B) The ball is in play when it is kicked directly out of the penalty area
Any player may change positions with the goalkeeper, provided that:
B) The change takes place during a stoppage in play and the referee is informed
The attacking team correctly takes a throw-in, and the defending goalkeeper tries to catch the ball. The goalkeeper does not touch the ball, and a team-mate of the goalkeeper punches the ball over the crossbar, stopping a promising attack. What decision does the referee make?
B) The referee awards a penalty kick, displays a yellow card, and cautions the teammate for unsporting behavior
A goal kick is taken by the goalkeeper and before it has been touched or played by another player, the goalkeeper deliberately picks the ball up with their hand. What decision should the referee make?
B) The referee awards an indirect free kick to the opposing team
The two team captains agree to eliminate the halftime interval but one of the players insists on a halftime interval. What decision should the referee make?
B) The referee must grant a halftime interval
While the ball is in play, a defender positioned inside her own penalty area, strikes an opponent who is outside the penalty area with excessive force. What decision does the referee make?
B) The referee sends off the defender, shows the red card and awards a direct free kick where the opponent was located
A corner kick is taken, and the ball deflects off the referee and into the goal. What decision should the referee make?
B) The referee stops play and a dropped ball is awarded
When is a player NOT penalized for being in an offside position if they receive the ball from a team-mate?
B) Whenever they receive the ball directly from a goal kick, corner kick or throw-in
My goal this season is to increase my understanding of the 'four moments of soccer' in order to anticipate and apply moving to an optimal position to see the action without interfering. The four moments of soccer are:
B) Winning the ball, attacking, losing the ball, and defending
Is it permissible to make a mark outside the boundary of the field of play?
B) Yes, 10 yards from the corner arc
Can an assistant referee enter the field of play to help check if the defenders' wall is 10 yards from the ball?
B) Yes, as long as the free kick is given near the touch line and the referee is aware the assistant referee is entering the field of play
A player taking a penalty kick plays the ball forward for a team-mate to run on to it and score. Is that permitted?
B) Yes, provided the correct penalty kick procedures have been followed.
In the second half, when the referee had to make a decision, they could not see that the foul occurred over the penalty area line and therefore inside the penalty area. The referee awarded a direct free kick outside the penalty area. What can I do to improve on similar situations in the next game?
C) As an assistant referee, make eye contact, get the referee's attention, and use the 'skirt' signal to indicate that the offense occurred inside the penalty area
During the taking of a penalty kick, the goalkeeper commits an offense that does NOT impact the attacker and the kick is missed -- the ball leaves the field over the goal line without the ball touching the goalkeeper. What is the decision by the referee?
C) Awards a goal kick
Which of the following exists to offer support and opportunities for your training and development as a Grassroots referee?
C) Both a and b are correct
As an assistant referee (AR), in the case where the referee needs my assistance to determine if the foul occurred inside the penalty area, I can:
C) Both of the above options are correct
Over my experience (1 year or more), I am more aware and understand the importance of moving into a position to see a challenge for the ball between opponents by:
C) Both of the above options are correct
The most common fouls or offenses for which the referee must blow the whistle, if there is no advantage, are careless actions against an opponent during play including:
C) Both of the above options are correct
I was assigned and accepted 4 games on Saturday and 4 on Sunday. Although the pay is good, I am starting to feel some pain in my left knee. I should:
C) Communicate with my assignor(s) to let them know that I will need to work fewer games, maximum of two per day, until I am able to see my doctor for advice
I am the referee in an 11v11 adult game, and I see a defender challenge for the ball in an effort to make the other team lose the ball. The defender tackles for the ball but misses and with their momentum accidently, yet carelessly, trips their opponent. The ball continues to move over the touchline. How should the game restart?
C) Direct free kick
The referee signal to indicate 'advantage' involves:
C) Either one or two arms about 45 degrees above the horizontal
Where should play be restarted after the unsporting behavior of a player who lifts the ball with their foot to head the ball back to their own goalkeeper?
C) From the position of the player who commits the offense
I am the assistant referee in an adult 11v11 game, and I see an offense committed by an attacker against an opponent while challenging for the ball. I should convey this information to the referee if the whistle is not blown to stop play because there is no advantage. I should:
C) Look at where the referee is; determine if they saw the action; if their view was obstructed, raise my flag with my left hand so long as there is no advantage; slightly wave my flag; and after they stop the game, point in the direction of the restart
According to the correct procedure to allow a substitution, is it always necessary for a substitute to enter the field of play for the substitution to be completed?
C) No, if she goes to take a corner kick or throw-in and the referee allows it
Can a player, who is off the field of play to receive treatment, re-enter from the goal line if the ball is in play?
C) No. If the ball is in play, they can only re-enter from a touch line
If at the taking of a goal kick an opponent enters the penalty area before the ball is in play and is fouled by a defender, what is the correct restart of play?
C) The goal kick is re-taken, and the defender MAY be cautioned or sent off depending on the nature of the offense
A player inside their own penalty area violently strikes the referee. What decision should the referee make?
C) The player is sent off and shown the red card for serious foul play
The referee awards a free kick. An opponent stands in front of the ball. Play is restarted and the ball hits the opponent who is less than 10 yards from the ball. What decision should the referee make.
C) The referee cautions and shows a yellow card to the opponent for failing to respect the required distance when play is restarted with a free kick.
The procedure for a dropped ball includes the following EXCEPT:
C) The referee drops the ball for one player of the team that touched the ball last at the point where it last touched a player, outside agent, or a match official (outside the penalty area)
A player who is off the field of play to receive medical treatment trips a player who is on the field of play. What decision does the referee make?
C) The referee either cautions or sends off the player as appropriate. Play is restarted with either a penalty kick or a direct free kick.
The referee has NOT had the opportunity to indicate that a free kick is indirect. A player takes a 'quick free kick' and the ball goes directly into the goal. What decision does the referee make?
C) The referee should order the indirect free kick retaken from the original spot since the referee was not given time to signal for the taking of the kick
Which of the following instances is NOT an example of allowance made for lost time?
C) When the ball goes out of play in any normal situation in the game
An obvious goal-scoring opportunity is denied by a player who deliberately kicks the opponent. Is this situation of kicking an opponent considered serious foul play?
C) Yes, if the offence is committed using excessive force
Can a player wear protection during a match to prevent injury?
C) Yes, non-dangerous protective equipment, for example headgear, facemasks and knee and arm protectors made of soft, lightweight padded material are permitted as are goalkeeper caps and sport spectacles
An attacker in an offside position at the moment of the touch by a teammate receives the ball from a deflection by a defender. Is this an offside offense?
C) Yes, the attacker is involved in active play by gaining an advantage by playing the ball
At the taking of a throw-in, all opponents must stand no less than ____ yards from the point at which the throw-in is taken.
D) 2 yards
Which of the following ARE NOT considered offside offenses when the attacker is in an offside position at the moment when the ball was played or touched by a teammate?
D) All above are offside offenses, so none would not be considered NOT offside
After each game I officiate, I feel more comfortable communicating during the game and remembering to use the following:
D) All of the above are correct
On game day, at least 30 minutes prior to the scheduled kick-off, my referee teammates and I have several items to take care of including:
D) All of the above are correct
The referee signals the kicks-off of the game with a loud whistle. As an assistant referee during the game, I must position myself:
D) Along the touchline of one half of the field, either by the team benches or by the spectators, in line with the second-to-last defender, or in line with the ball whichever is closer to the goal line
The responsibilities of the referee include the following EXCEPT:
D) Assess a head injury to determine if a player may return as a certified athletic trainer
The ball and the shoulder area ABOVE the armpit of an attacker make contact and the ball goes into goal. What is the decision by the referee?
D) Award a goal to the attacker since boundary for handball between the shoulder and the upper arm is defined as the bottom of the armpit
At the taking of a direct free kick, the ball accidentally bounces off the referee and enters the goal. What decision should the referee make?
D) The referee drops the ball for one player of the team that last touched the ball at the position where it last touched a player, an outside agent, or a match official
Which of the following would help to predict when a direct free kick foul (e.g., a careless: charge, jumping at, kick, push, strike, tackle, or trip) is most likely to happen?
D) When opponents are close to each other during a challenge for the ball
A direct free kick signal by the referee involves one arm straight up with the palm open.
False
During kicks from the penalty mark after the match has ended in a tie, a goalkeeper that is unable to continue may be replaced by any excluded player or a named substitute (if the team has not used the maximum permitted). The replaced goalkeeper may take a kick later.
No
Which of the following best describes a Grassroots team coach and their staff of assistant coaches?
a and b
When should the referee lower their arm after signaling an indirect free kick?
all above correct
Now you have 1 year or more season(s) of experience, and perhaps you worked with 1 or more assignors in your area or state. Navigating the assigning process includes the following EXCEPT:
all correct
The responsibilities of the referee consist of:
all correct
What are some items that a referee can work on to help with making clear, confident, and consistent decisions?
all correct
I have also spent some time on my own, self-reflecting about my last game. What else can I do to help me improve in my next game(s)?
all of the above
I have completed my Online Grassroots Referee Module/Course, and I can go back and reference the material as many times as needed to review various concepts including:
all of the above
Wow! My confidence and comfort level have increased after several games and with the help of my fellow referees. I have also started my self-reflection journal where I write brief notes on:
all of the above
The ball accidentally touches the attacker's hand or arm and goes to a team-mate that scores a goal directly into the opponent's goal. The referee's decision is.
allow the goal to stand
Early in the second half, the ball crossed over the touchline for a throw-in in the assistant referee's side. I correctly signaled a throw-in for the team wearing white shirts. The referee signaled in the opposite direction and then corrected the signal. What can we do to improve on similar situations in the next game?
both
I am more confident and comfortable making an offside decision. I understand when an offense occurs and when to raise my flag straight up to alert the referee that an attacking player on the opponent's half of the field was:
both
After my first game, my referee team talked about the game: what went well and what did not. Are these ALL the components for reflecting as a team?
both b and c
How many players from each team can participate in a dropped ball?
both b and c
For a free kick by the defending team from inside their own penalty area the Laws of the Game allow for:
both correct
The best position during the game is typically a dynamic location where I can see the action. For my upcoming game, I will focus on:
both correct
Can players wear earrings covered with tape?
no
Who is responsible for ensuring the balls used in a game comply with the specifications of Law 2, The Ball?
the reff
Accidental handball that leads to a team-mate scoring a goal or creating a goal-scoring opportunity is no longer be considered an offence
true
As a referee when I see a careless foul, my whistle is softer in volume and shorter in length compared with when I see a reckless offense.
true
Based on 2022/23 IFAB's Laws of the Game, to determine the outcome of a match, yellow cards and warnings are NOT carried forward into kicks from the penalty mark.
true
During reflection, referees can ask questions to clarify the scenario being discussed, the correct decision, and the justification and supporting segments in the Laws of the Game.
true
A deliberate handball by a defending player is considered a deliberate play for purposes of the offside decision.
truw
How does the referee penalize kicking or attempt to kick an opponent using excessive force if the ball is not in play?
violent conduct
Any offense (not only a foul) which "interferes with or stops a promising attack" outside the penalty area should result in a:
yellow
Can the yellow or red card be shown to a substitute who is sitting on the bench?
yes
