P.E. Volleyball Questions and Answers
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What is the proper technique for executing a jump serve?
✔✔ Jump into the air while hitting the ball with force to increase speed and accuracy.
How should a player react if the ball is coming directly at them?
✔✔ Position the body with knees bent, arms up, and prepare to use a bump or set to control the
ball.
What is the key difference between a soft spike and a hard spike?
✔✔ A soft spike is a controlled, gentle hit intended to place the ball strategically, while a hard
spike is a powerful, aggressive hit aimed to score.
What action should a player take if they suspect the ball is out of bounds?
1
, ✔✔ Wait for the referee or official to make the call and avoid touching the ball or reacting
prematurely.
How is a quick set different from a regular set?
✔✔ A quick set is delivered with minimal delay, often close to the net, allowing for a faster
attack.
What is a cross-court shot in volleyball?
✔✔ A hit aimed diagonally across the court to target an open area.
How does a player perform a dive to save the ball?
✔✔ Extend the body forward, keeping the arms outstretched to make contact with the ball and
avoid it hitting the floor.
What should a player do if they accidentally serve out of turn?
2
Already Passed
What is the proper technique for executing a jump serve?
✔✔ Jump into the air while hitting the ball with force to increase speed and accuracy.
How should a player react if the ball is coming directly at them?
✔✔ Position the body with knees bent, arms up, and prepare to use a bump or set to control the
ball.
What is the key difference between a soft spike and a hard spike?
✔✔ A soft spike is a controlled, gentle hit intended to place the ball strategically, while a hard
spike is a powerful, aggressive hit aimed to score.
What action should a player take if they suspect the ball is out of bounds?
1
, ✔✔ Wait for the referee or official to make the call and avoid touching the ball or reacting
prematurely.
How is a quick set different from a regular set?
✔✔ A quick set is delivered with minimal delay, often close to the net, allowing for a faster
attack.
What is a cross-court shot in volleyball?
✔✔ A hit aimed diagonally across the court to target an open area.
How does a player perform a dive to save the ball?
✔✔ Extend the body forward, keeping the arms outstretched to make contact with the ball and
avoid it hitting the floor.
What should a player do if they accidentally serve out of turn?
2
