Introduction to Baseball
Questions:
5
Grade:
4
Words:
71
Baseball is a popular sport in America, played between two teams of nine players each. The goal is for the batting team to score as many runs as possible. In baseball, some unique terms are used like 'homerun', 'pitcher', and 'batter'. Each game is divided into nine innings and each team gets a chance to bat and field in each inning. Baseball is a fun game that requires practice and teamwork.
Question 1
What is the goal of the batting team in baseball?
A
To score as many runs as possible
Explanation. In baseball, the goal of the batting team is to score as many runs as possible
B
To hit the ball as far as possible
C
To run around the field
D
To hit the ball to the pitcher
E
To catch the ball
Question 2
How many players are there in a baseball team?
A
5
B
8
C
9
Explanation. Each baseball team consists of nine players
D
10
E
11
Question 3
What does the term 'homerun' mean in baseball?
A
A player runs around the field
B
A player hits the ball out of the field
Explanation. In baseball, 'homerun' is a term used when a player hits the ball out of the field
C
The pitcher throws the ball
D
The batter catches the ball
E
A player scores a run
Question 4
How many innings are there in a baseball game?
A
5
B
6
C
7
D
8
E
9
Explanation. A baseball game is divided into nine innings
Question 5
What is the role of the 'pitcher' in baseball?
A
To bat the ball
B
To catch the ball
C
To run around the field
D
To throw the ball
Explanation. In baseball, the pitcher's role is to throw the ball
E
To score a run
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