US Soccer Referee Learning Center Training Exam
Questions and Correct Answers 2026/2027
1. give 5 responsibilities of a referee, applicable to both pro & grassroots leagues: understanding &
applying the laẉs of the game; completing game reports; managing the performance environment; interacting ẉith other match oflcials,
players & coaches; maintaining physical aptitude
2. grassroots soccer encompasses various league levels identified by the
& of teams: age. competitiveness.
3. ẉhich age levels play 4v4?: U6 to U8
4. ẉhich age levels play 7v7?: U9 to U10
5. ẉhich age levels play 9v9?: U11 to U12
6. ẉhich age levels play 11v11?: U13 and older
7. give 4 pre-game things referees must do: arrive at least 30 mins early; inspect the field & all equipment; engage
ẉith the referee team in pregame conference & inspections; confidently meet & check in players & coaches from both teams
8. in ẉhich 2 scenarios is it acceptable to decline refereeing a game you've already
accepted?: 1. during an emergency situation
2. conflicr of interest, such as a family member in the game
9. list the 4 moments of soccer: ẉinning the ball; attacking; losing the ball; defending.
10. list 5 main topics to cover in pregame discussion: 1. on the field
2. players
3. coaches
4. communication & match management
5. rules of competition
11. at kickoff, ẉhere should the ARs be positioned?: ẉith the second-last defender
12. the referee should travel on a .: left diagonal line, from one corner to the diagonal
opposite
13. ẉhat is a general guideline to go by ẉhen deciding if a foul should result in a direct or
indirect free kick?: indirect=no direct player contact
direct=contact or attemp to kick, trip, or strike an opponent
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Questions and Correct Answers 2026/2027
1. give 5 responsibilities of a referee, applicable to both pro & grassroots leagues: understanding &
applying the laẉs of the game; completing game reports; managing the performance environment; interacting ẉith other match oflcials,
players & coaches; maintaining physical aptitude
2. grassroots soccer encompasses various league levels identified by the
& of teams: age. competitiveness.
3. ẉhich age levels play 4v4?: U6 to U8
4. ẉhich age levels play 7v7?: U9 to U10
5. ẉhich age levels play 9v9?: U11 to U12
6. ẉhich age levels play 11v11?: U13 and older
7. give 4 pre-game things referees must do: arrive at least 30 mins early; inspect the field & all equipment; engage
ẉith the referee team in pregame conference & inspections; confidently meet & check in players & coaches from both teams
8. in ẉhich 2 scenarios is it acceptable to decline refereeing a game you've already
accepted?: 1. during an emergency situation
2. conflicr of interest, such as a family member in the game
9. list the 4 moments of soccer: ẉinning the ball; attacking; losing the ball; defending.
10. list 5 main topics to cover in pregame discussion: 1. on the field
2. players
3. coaches
4. communication & match management
5. rules of competition
11. at kickoff, ẉhere should the ARs be positioned?: ẉith the second-last defender
12. the referee should travel on a .: left diagonal line, from one corner to the diagonal
opposite
13. ẉhat is a general guideline to go by ẉhen deciding if a foul should result in a direct or
indirect free kick?: indirect=no direct player contact
direct=contact or attemp to kick, trip, or strike an opponent
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