Soccer Ball Quiz

Do you think you know everything there possibly is to know about soccer balls?

If so, then why not test your skills by answering this short and simple quiz which covers the different aspects of how to take care of this piece of soccer equipment.

The questions will cover topics such as:

• inflation and pressure management;
• storage;
• soccer ball construction; as well as
• cleaning and general maintenance

Simply click the “Start Quiz” button below to get started.

Once you’re done with answering the questions, you’ll be prompted to enter your email address to see your final results.

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Which of the following materials is used to produce the the highest quality of outer covering for a soccer ball?

Polyvinyl carbonate

Synthetic leather with a polyurethane coating

What is the most important part of soccer ball storage?

Partial deflation of the soccer ball

Full deflation of the soccer ball

No exposure to rain or water

A dry and well ventilated room temperature location

Which soccer ball bladder type offers the best touch and bounce response?

Butyl bladder

Latex bladder

What are the air pressure requirements for a size 5 soccer ball?

Less than 6 PSI

Between 6 PSI and 8 PSI

Between 8.5 PSI and 11.6 PSI

Which of the following locations is most suitable as a storage area for a soccer ball?

Bedroom closet

Car trunk

Outside in the garden

Garage

What soccer ball bladder type offers the best air retention?

Natural latex bladder

Carbon latex bladder

Butyl bladder

What is the best way to know if a soccer ball is properly inflated?

Squeezing the ball using one's fingers; pressing certain parts of the ball with enough force to see whether the shape holds true.

Using an air pressure gauge to measure the exact PSI or bar level of the soccer ball

Bouncing the ball from a height of 80 inches to see whether it reaches a rebound height of between 45 and 65 inches

When inflating a soccer ball, what lubricant can you use to ease the entry of the pump needle in the valve?

Canola oil

Water

Glycerine oil

Vinegar

Which of the following surfaces is most suitable for play with a soccer ball?

Hardwood floor in an indoor soccer arena

Concrete

Asphalt

Natural grass or synthetic turf pitches (i.e. 3G and 4G)

Why should you store a soccer ball between uses? Select the most likely reason.

So that other people can easily access it when needed

To ensure that temperature fluctuations are kept in check

To safeguard against theft

Is a person permitted to take a soccer ball on an aircraft? Select the correct answer.

Yes. A soccer ball can be carried on an aircraft in either an inflated or deflated state.

Yes. Although the ball must be transported in a deflated state.

No. Because the soccer ball would burst.

What set of criteria does FIFA use to evaluate the performance of soccer balls? Tick one box

Bounce responsiveness, acclimatisation, durability and mass

Ball weight, air retention, pre-compression and deformation

Ball speed, circumference, air retention and size

Water absorption, shape retention, ball weight, circumference and bounce responsiveness

What function does the bladder contained within a soccer ball perform?

Secure the outer cover of the ball

Provide structure, stability, and shape retention to the ball

Air retention

Bond together the different components of the soccer ball

Which of the following soccer ball specifications is of the highest quality? Tick one box.

FIFA Basic

FIFA Quality Pro

International Match Standard

FIFA Quality Inspected

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