Hockey Basics: Rules and Objectives for Beginners

Question 1

Which penalty in hockey awards the opposing team a penalty shot?

Accepted Answer

High-sticking above the shoulders

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Tripping

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Slashing

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Holding

Question 2

Which piece of equipment protects a hockey player's hand?

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Gloves

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Goalie mask

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Helmet

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Shin guards

Question 3

In hockey, a goal is scored when the puck fully crosses the goal line between the goal posts and below the crossbar. Which of the following situations would NOT result in a goal?

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The puck is shot into the net while the attacking player is offside.

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The puck bounces off the goalie's pads and into the net.

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The puck is deflected into the net by a defending player.

Question 4

What is the primary objective that players aim to achieve in a hockey game?

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To score goals

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To check opposing players

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To gain control of the puck

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To prevent the opposing team from scoring

Question 5

What is the primary responsibility of a defenseman in hockey?

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Prevent the other team from scoring

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Score goals

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Control the puck in the neutral zone

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Set up plays for their teammates

Question 6

Which penalty in hockey results in the most severe punishment?

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Major penalty

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Minor penalty

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Double minor penalty

Question 7

The primary protective gear worn by hockey players is:

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Helmet

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Shoulder pads

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Skates

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Stick

Question 8

The main goal of hockey is to:

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Score the most goals

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Prevent the opposing team from scoring

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Maintain possession of the puck

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Skate the fastest

Question 9

The player who protects the goal is called the:

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Goaltender

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Forward

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Defenseman

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Center

Question 10

Which of the following is NOT a way to score a goal?

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Face-off

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Slapshot

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Backhand shot

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Penalty shot

Question 11

In hockey, which move is allowed?

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Body checking

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Tripping

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High sticking

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Slew footing

Question 12

What is the main objective of scoring a goal in hockey?

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To earn points for your team

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To advance the puck down the ice

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To prevent the opposing team from scoring

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To gain possession of the puck

Question 13

What is a 'face-off' in hockey primarily used for?

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Restarting play after a stoppage

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Awarding a penalty for illegal contact

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Giving a special shot opportunity to a player

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Determining the winner of a game

Question 14

Which position is primarily responsible for guarding the net and preventing goals?

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Goaltender

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Forward

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Defenseman

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Center

Question 15

What is the name of the rubber disc used in hockey?

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Puck

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Ball

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Disk

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Baller

Question 16

Which organization is responsible for overseeing the professional hockey league in North America?

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NHL

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MLB

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NBA

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NFL

Question 17

What is the primary responsibility of a hockey goalkeeper?

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Block shots

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Score goals

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Carry the puck

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Pass the puck

Question 18

Which strategy gives a hockey team an advantage by having more players on the ice?

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Power play

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Penalty kill

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Face-off

Question 19

In hockey, which penalty requires a player to leave the game for at least 5 minutes?

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Major penalty

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Minor penalty

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Double minor penalty

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Misconduct penalty

Question 20

What type of hockey stick is known for its longer blade and is often used by defenders?

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Defenseman stick

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Center stick

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Goalie stick

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Winger stick

Question 21

In hockey, the area where players score goals is called the:

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Net

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Crease

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Zone

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Puck drop spot

Question 22

Which of the following is NOT a required protective gear for hockey players?

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Skates

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Helmet

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Shin guards

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Glove

Question 23

Who is responsible for starting and stopping play in hockey?

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Referee

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Linesman

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Announcer

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Timekeeper

Question 24

Which of the following is NOT a penalty in hockey?

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Running

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Boarding

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Cross-checking

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Tripping

Question 25

What is the name of the round, black object used in hockey?

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Puck

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Ball

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Disc

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Ball

Question 26

How long is a typical regulation hockey game?

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60 minutes

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75 minutes

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90 minutes

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120 minutes

Question 27

Which of the following is NOT a type of hockey stick?

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Baseball bat

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Forward stick

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Defense stick

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Goalie stick

Question 28

What is the primary objective of hockey?

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To score more goals than the opposing team

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To prevent the opposing team from scoring

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To control the puck for the majority of the game

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To hit the puck as hard as possible

Question 29

What is the shape of a hockey rink?

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A rectangle

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An oval

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A circle

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A square

Question 30

Which piece of equipment is essential for protecting a hockey player's head?

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Hockey helmet

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Hockey stick

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Hockey puck

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Hockey skates

Question 31

What is the main goal of a hockey game?

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To score more goals than the opposing team

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To prevent the opposing team from scoring

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To pass the puck more times than the opposing team

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To skate faster than the opposing team

Question 32

Which player position is primarily responsible for defending the team's goal?

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Goalie

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Forward

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Defenseman

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Center

Question 33

Who is the official in charge of overseeing a hockey game and making the final decisions?

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Referee

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Linesman

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Coach

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Manager

Question 34

Why was the 'icing' rule introduced in hockey?

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To stop teams from delaying the game by intentionally shooting the puck into the other team's zone.

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To give the other team a free shot on goal if the puck crosses the goal line before the attacking team gets it back.

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To make the attacking team carry the puck back into their own zone before trying to score again.

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To give the defending team a face-off in the middle of the rink.

Question 35

Where is hockey played?

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Rink

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Field

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Pitch

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Court

Question 36

Who is responsible for protecting the goal?

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Goaltender

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Defenseman

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Forward

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Center

Question 37

What is it called when a player shoots the puck into the net?

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Goal

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Shot

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Save

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Penalty

Question 38

Who is in charge of the game and makes sure the rules are followed?

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Referee

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Coach

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Umpire

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Supervisor

Question 39

What is the referee's main duty in hockey?

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To ensure the game proceeds smoothly and according to the rules

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To determine the winning team

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To score goals for their team

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To entertain the crowd with their actions

Question 40

In hockey, which principle is essential for the enjoyment of the game by both players and fans?

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Fair play and respect

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Winning at all costs

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Individual technical skill alone

Question 41

What is the purpose of the goalkeeper in field hockey?

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To prevent the ball from entering the goal

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To score goals

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To pass the ball to teammates

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To control the puck in the offensive zone

Question 42

What is the term used to describe when a player shoots the ball past the goalkeeper and into the goal in field hockey?

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Goal

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Save

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Shot

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Assist

Question 43

What's the main goal of the game of hockey?

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To score more goals than the other team

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To stop the other team from scoring

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To hit the players on the other team

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To keep the puck for the longest time

Question 44

What's the name of the area in front of the goal where the goalie protects the net?

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Crease

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Slot

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Face-off circle

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Neutral zone

Question 45

Who drops the puck at the start of play?

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Referee

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Timekeeper

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Goal judge

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Linesman

Question 46

Which of these is NOT a way to score a goal in hockey?

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With your foot

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With a wrist shot

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With a slap shot

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With the puck in the net

Question 47

What is the name of the area where the goal is located?

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Crease

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Blue line

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Goal line

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Penalty box

Question 48

What is the name of the curved stick used to shoot and pass the puck in hockey?

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Hockey stick

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Polo mallet

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Broomball stick

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Lacrosse stick

Question 49

How many periods are in a regulation hockey game?

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3

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2

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4

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5

Question 50

What is the name of the person who referees a hockey game?

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Referee

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Umpire

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Judge

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Coach