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NFHS Exam Study Guide: Comprehensive
Practice Questions, Rules Review & Exam
Preparation
1. Upon entering the facility, which team selects its team bench?
A. The home team selects its team bench
B. The visiting team selects its team bench
C. The first referee selects the team benches
D. The teams mutually agree on bench selection
: B. The visiting team selects its team bench
2. The volleyball shall be spherical with a laceless molded cover of 12 or more basic,
rectangular-shaped panels of genuine or simulated what type of leather?
A. Smooth leather
B. Suede leather
C. Textured leather
D. All types are correct
: A. Smooth leather
3. Which of the following equipment or accessories is permitted for players to wear during a
match?
A. Knee braces that the player has altered from the manufacturer's original design
B. Unpadded hard and unyielding items on the wrist or elbow
C. Hair devices made of soft material no more than 3 inches wide
D. All of the listed items are permitted
: C. Hair devices made of soft material no more than 3 inches wide
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4. What is the uniform requirement for the Libero and his or her teammates regarding their
uniform tops?
A. The Libero must wear a contrasting solid-colored top from teammates
B. Both the Libero and teammates must wear identical solid colors
C. The Libero may wear any color as long as teammates wear solids
D. Solid-colored tops are not required for the Libero position
: A. The Libero must wear a contrasting solid-colored top from teammates
5. What are the prematch duties that the first referee is responsible for performing before the
match begins?
A. Assigning line judges to their positions and calling captains together
B. Calling captains and head coaches together for a prematch conference
C. Establishing nonplayable areas and defining additional ground rules
D. All of these duties are responsibilities of the first referee
: D. All of these duties are responsibilities of the first referee
6. When is the written lineup permitted to be changed during a match according to NFHS rules?
A. Only between sets with no exceptions allowed
B. Between sets, for legal substitutions, or to replace an injured starter
C. At any time during the set when the coach requests a change
D. Only during time-outs and between sets
: B. Between sets, for legal substitutions, or to replace an injured starter
7. After the first referee signals for service, which action by the server results in a re-serve being
awarded?
A. Dropping the ball and serving it as it bounces off the floor
B. Allowing the tossed ball to drop to the ground without being touched
C. Swinging and missing while the ball contacts the shoulder
D. Tossing the ball and contacting a backboard support in the service area
: B. Allowing the tossed ball to drop to the ground without being touched
8. Is the first referee permitted to utilize a team's video recording device to review a decision
when requested by the head coach?
A. Yes, the first referee may use any available video equipment
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B. No, the first referee may not use team video equipment for review
C. Only if both head coaches agree to the video review
D. Only during state championship matches
: B. No, the first referee may not use team video equipment for review
9. Is a back-row player who is on or in front of the attack line permitted to contact the ball
completely above the height of the net and complete an attack?
A. Yes, provided the contact is made below the top of the net
B. No, this action is illegal for back-row players
C. Yes, if the player jumps from behind the attack line
D. Only if the player is the designated setter
: B. No, this action is illegal for back-row players
10. When does a net fault occur according to NFHS volleyball rules and regulations?
A. When a player's loose uniform touches the net during play
B. When a player contacts the net while not involved in the play
C. When a player contacts the antenna after attacking the ball
D. All of these situations are considered net faults
: D. All of these situations are considered net faults
11. Is the only time a player can substitute into the set when the head coach signals for a
substitution?
A. Yes, only the head coach may initiate substitution requests
B. No, the second referee may also initiate substitutions
C. No, the official scorer may also request substitutions
D. No, the playing captain may also request substitutions
: B. No, the second referee may also initiate substitutions
12. Which of the following describes a legal substitution according to NFHS rules?
A. A substitute not listed on the roster enters the set
B. A substitute enters at a position different from the serving order
C. A team uses its 19th substitution of the set
D. A substitute enters at the end of a time-out following proper procedure
: D. A substitute enters at the end of a time-out following proper procedure
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13. When an intermission is used in a best three-of-five sets match, what is the requirement for
its scheduling?
A. It must be no longer than 7 minutes in duration
B. It must be scheduled for promotional or special recognition activities
C. It must occur between sets 3 and 4 of the match
D. It requires agreement between teams and officials
: B. It must be scheduled for promotional or special recognition activities
14. When a team requests a time-out after it has already used all of its allotted time-outs in the
set, what is the appropriate ruling?
A. The team is allowed one additional time-out without penalty
B. The team is charged with unnecessary delay
C. The team receives a warning for the first offense
D. The time-out is granted and counted as an injury timeout
: B. The team is charged with unnecessary delay
15. What are the requirements for the numbers displayed on a player's uniform top according to
NFHS rules?
A. Numbers must not be more than two digits in length
B. Numbers must be semi-permanent to allow changes
C. Numbers must be located only on the back of the top
D. Numbers must be placed 2 inches from the shoulder seam
: A. Numbers must not be more than two digits in length
16. When do substitutions during a time-out take place according to NFHS procedures?
A. At the beginning of the time-out before teams leave the court
B. At the end of the time-out when both teams are on the court
C. During the middle of the time-out at the scorer's discretion
D. Only if the first referee approves the substitution
: B. At the end of the time-out when both teams are on the court
17. The out-of-bounds or antenna violation signal is used when which of the following situations
occurs?
A. The ball goes into the net and lands out of bounds on the attacker's side
NFHS EXAM STUDYGUIDE
NFHS Exam Study Guide: Comprehensive
Practice Questions, Rules Review & Exam
Preparation
1. Upon entering the facility, which team selects its team bench?
A. The home team selects its team bench
B. The visiting team selects its team bench
C. The first referee selects the team benches
D. The teams mutually agree on bench selection
: B. The visiting team selects its team bench
2. The volleyball shall be spherical with a laceless molded cover of 12 or more basic,
rectangular-shaped panels of genuine or simulated what type of leather?
A. Smooth leather
B. Suede leather
C. Textured leather
D. All types are correct
: A. Smooth leather
3. Which of the following equipment or accessories is permitted for players to wear during a
match?
A. Knee braces that the player has altered from the manufacturer's original design
B. Unpadded hard and unyielding items on the wrist or elbow
C. Hair devices made of soft material no more than 3 inches wide
D. All of the listed items are permitted
: C. Hair devices made of soft material no more than 3 inches wide
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4. What is the uniform requirement for the Libero and his or her teammates regarding their
uniform tops?
A. The Libero must wear a contrasting solid-colored top from teammates
B. Both the Libero and teammates must wear identical solid colors
C. The Libero may wear any color as long as teammates wear solids
D. Solid-colored tops are not required for the Libero position
: A. The Libero must wear a contrasting solid-colored top from teammates
5. What are the prematch duties that the first referee is responsible for performing before the
match begins?
A. Assigning line judges to their positions and calling captains together
B. Calling captains and head coaches together for a prematch conference
C. Establishing nonplayable areas and defining additional ground rules
D. All of these duties are responsibilities of the first referee
: D. All of these duties are responsibilities of the first referee
6. When is the written lineup permitted to be changed during a match according to NFHS rules?
A. Only between sets with no exceptions allowed
B. Between sets, for legal substitutions, or to replace an injured starter
C. At any time during the set when the coach requests a change
D. Only during time-outs and between sets
: B. Between sets, for legal substitutions, or to replace an injured starter
7. After the first referee signals for service, which action by the server results in a re-serve being
awarded?
A. Dropping the ball and serving it as it bounces off the floor
B. Allowing the tossed ball to drop to the ground without being touched
C. Swinging and missing while the ball contacts the shoulder
D. Tossing the ball and contacting a backboard support in the service area
: B. Allowing the tossed ball to drop to the ground without being touched
8. Is the first referee permitted to utilize a team's video recording device to review a decision
when requested by the head coach?
A. Yes, the first referee may use any available video equipment
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B. No, the first referee may not use team video equipment for review
C. Only if both head coaches agree to the video review
D. Only during state championship matches
: B. No, the first referee may not use team video equipment for review
9. Is a back-row player who is on or in front of the attack line permitted to contact the ball
completely above the height of the net and complete an attack?
A. Yes, provided the contact is made below the top of the net
B. No, this action is illegal for back-row players
C. Yes, if the player jumps from behind the attack line
D. Only if the player is the designated setter
: B. No, this action is illegal for back-row players
10. When does a net fault occur according to NFHS volleyball rules and regulations?
A. When a player's loose uniform touches the net during play
B. When a player contacts the net while not involved in the play
C. When a player contacts the antenna after attacking the ball
D. All of these situations are considered net faults
: D. All of these situations are considered net faults
11. Is the only time a player can substitute into the set when the head coach signals for a
substitution?
A. Yes, only the head coach may initiate substitution requests
B. No, the second referee may also initiate substitutions
C. No, the official scorer may also request substitutions
D. No, the playing captain may also request substitutions
: B. No, the second referee may also initiate substitutions
12. Which of the following describes a legal substitution according to NFHS rules?
A. A substitute not listed on the roster enters the set
B. A substitute enters at a position different from the serving order
C. A team uses its 19th substitution of the set
D. A substitute enters at the end of a time-out following proper procedure
: D. A substitute enters at the end of a time-out following proper procedure
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13. When an intermission is used in a best three-of-five sets match, what is the requirement for
its scheduling?
A. It must be no longer than 7 minutes in duration
B. It must be scheduled for promotional or special recognition activities
C. It must occur between sets 3 and 4 of the match
D. It requires agreement between teams and officials
: B. It must be scheduled for promotional or special recognition activities
14. When a team requests a time-out after it has already used all of its allotted time-outs in the
set, what is the appropriate ruling?
A. The team is allowed one additional time-out without penalty
B. The team is charged with unnecessary delay
C. The team receives a warning for the first offense
D. The time-out is granted and counted as an injury timeout
: B. The team is charged with unnecessary delay
15. What are the requirements for the numbers displayed on a player's uniform top according to
NFHS rules?
A. Numbers must not be more than two digits in length
B. Numbers must be semi-permanent to allow changes
C. Numbers must be located only on the back of the top
D. Numbers must be placed 2 inches from the shoulder seam
: A. Numbers must not be more than two digits in length
16. When do substitutions during a time-out take place according to NFHS procedures?
A. At the beginning of the time-out before teams leave the court
B. At the end of the time-out when both teams are on the court
C. During the middle of the time-out at the scorer's discretion
D. Only if the first referee approves the substitution
: B. At the end of the time-out when both teams are on the court
17. The out-of-bounds or antenna violation signal is used when which of the following situations
occurs?
A. The ball goes into the net and lands out of bounds on the attacker's side
