Senior Water Polo

Description: Test your knowledge about Senior Water Polo, a team water sport played in a swimming pool.
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What is the minimum number of players required in a water polo team during a match?

  1. 6

  2. 7

  3. 8

  4. 9


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Each team must have a minimum of 7 players in the water during a match.

How long is a water polo match?

  1. 28 minutes

  2. 32 minutes

  3. 36 minutes

  4. 40 minutes


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

A water polo match consists of four periods, each lasting 8 minutes.

What is the size of a water polo ball?

  1. 6.5-7 inches

  2. 7-7.5 inches

  3. 7.5-8 inches

  4. 8-8.5 inches


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

A water polo ball has a circumference of 7-7.5 inches.

What is the weight of a water polo ball?

  1. 12-13 ounces

  2. 13-14 ounces

  3. 14-15 ounces

  4. 15-16 ounces


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

A water polo ball weighs between 14 and 15 ounces.

How many players are allowed to be in the penalty area at a time?

  1. 1

  2. 2

  3. 3

  4. 4


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Only two players from each team are allowed to be in the penalty area at a time.

What is the maximum number of fouls a player can commit before being ejected from the game?

  1. 2

  2. 3

  3. 4

  4. 5


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

A player is ejected from the game after committing three major fouls.

What is the penalty for a major foul in water polo?

  1. Penalty shot

  2. Exclusion from the game for 20 seconds

  3. Exclusion from the game for 30 seconds

  4. Exclusion from the game until the next goal is scored


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

A major foul in water polo results in the offending player being excluded from the game for 20 seconds.

What is the penalty for a minor foul in water polo?

  1. Free throw

  2. Exclusion from the game for 10 seconds

  3. Exclusion from the game for 15 seconds

  4. Exclusion from the game for 20 seconds


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

A minor foul in water polo results in the offending player being excluded from the game for 10 seconds.

What is the name of the position played by the player who guards the goal?

  1. Goalkeeper

  2. Center

  3. Defender

  4. Forward


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The goalkeeper is the player who guards the goal and prevents the opposing team from scoring.

What is the name of the position played by the player who is responsible for setting up plays and distributing the ball?

  1. Center

  2. Defender

  3. Forward

  4. Utility


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The center is the player who is responsible for setting up plays and distributing the ball to the other players.

What is the name of the position played by the player who is responsible for defending the goal and blocking shots?

  1. Defender

  2. Center

  3. Forward

  4. Utility


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The defender is the player who is responsible for defending the goal and blocking shots.

What is the name of the position played by the player who is responsible for scoring goals?

  1. Forward

  2. Center

  3. Defender

  4. Utility


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The forward is the player who is responsible for scoring goals.

What is the name of the position played by the player who is responsible for playing both offense and defense?

  1. Utility

  2. Center

  3. Defender

  4. Forward


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The utility is the player who is responsible for playing both offense and defense.

Which country has won the most gold medals in men's water polo at the Olympic Games?

  1. Hungary

  2. Italy

  3. United States

  4. Russia


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Hungary has won the most gold medals in men's water polo at the Olympic Games, with a total of 9 gold medals.

Which country has won the most gold medals in women's water polo at the Olympic Games?

  1. United States

  2. Italy

  3. Australia

  4. Hungary


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The United States has won the most gold medals in women's water polo at the Olympic Games, with a total of 3 gold medals.

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