TRACK & FIELD EXAM
The landing pad may consist of multiple sections simply tied together.
T/F - ANSWERS-False
In the high hump, measurements shall be recorded to the nearest
lesser: - ANSWERS-1/4 inch or centimeter
The pole vault pole: - ANSWERS-- May be of any material and any
length and diameter.
- May have a binding layer of adhesive tape of uniform thickness on
the grip end.
- May have the plant end protected by layers of tape, PVC, metal,
sponge rubber or other suitable materials.
All are legal for the pole.
It is required that the plant box padding meets applicable ASTM
specifications. T/F - ANSWERS-True
In pole vault, a competitor shall have the standards or uprights set to
position the crossbar from a point 18 inches measured beyond the
vertical plane of the top of the stopboard, zero point, up to maximum
distance of: - ANSWERS-31.5 inches (80 centimeters)
If a pole vaulter's pole breaks during an attempt... - ANSWERS-The
vault is not considered a trial
,In long and triple jumps, the declination in the approach is limited to
2:100 (2%) laterally and 1:1000 (.1%) downward in the jumping
direction. T/F - ANSWERS-True
Meet management may place markers to the side of the landing pits
for the purpose of marking meet, state and/or national records, as well
as minimum qualifying standards. T/F - ANSWERS-True
In cross country, a competitor who fails to complete the prescribed
course that is defined by a legal marking system is disqualified. T/F -
ANSWERS-True
In the absence of a curb, if cones are used, they should be placed... -
ANSWERS-Just touching the inside of the line, 1.5 meters apart on
the curb.
In the first round of competition, if two contestents from the same
team fall within the same heat, the slower contestant should be moved
to another heat. T/F - ANSWERS-False
At the start of outdoor events of 800 meters or greater, runners may
place their hands on the ground for a three point starting stance. T/F -
ANSWERS-False
When are warm-ups allowed? - ANSWERS-If supervised by an event
official or the contestant's coach
, And
The venue has been declared open by the meet director
A competitor shall not use an illegal implement during warm-up or
competition. T/F - ANSWERS-True
What happens if a legal implement breaks during a trial in accordance
with the rules, - ANSWERS-No penalty is counted against the
competitor and a replacement trial is awarded.
If legal implement breaks upon completion of trial: - ANSWERS-
Replacement trial is NOT awarded
Results of trial recorded.
In throwing events, it is a foul if the competitor: - ANSWERS-- Fails
to initiate purposeful action of completing requirements of the athletic
challenge of the event or trial within the prescribed time limit after the
competitor's name has been called.
In throwing events, it is a foul if the competitor: - ANSWERS-Leaves
the circle or runway before the implement has landed.
In throwing events, measurements are recorded to the nearest... -
ANSWERS-Shot put: 1/4"
Discus & Javelin: 1"
The landing pad may consist of multiple sections simply tied together.
T/F - ANSWERS-False
In the high hump, measurements shall be recorded to the nearest
lesser: - ANSWERS-1/4 inch or centimeter
The pole vault pole: - ANSWERS-- May be of any material and any
length and diameter.
- May have a binding layer of adhesive tape of uniform thickness on
the grip end.
- May have the plant end protected by layers of tape, PVC, metal,
sponge rubber or other suitable materials.
All are legal for the pole.
It is required that the plant box padding meets applicable ASTM
specifications. T/F - ANSWERS-True
In pole vault, a competitor shall have the standards or uprights set to
position the crossbar from a point 18 inches measured beyond the
vertical plane of the top of the stopboard, zero point, up to maximum
distance of: - ANSWERS-31.5 inches (80 centimeters)
If a pole vaulter's pole breaks during an attempt... - ANSWERS-The
vault is not considered a trial
,In long and triple jumps, the declination in the approach is limited to
2:100 (2%) laterally and 1:1000 (.1%) downward in the jumping
direction. T/F - ANSWERS-True
Meet management may place markers to the side of the landing pits
for the purpose of marking meet, state and/or national records, as well
as minimum qualifying standards. T/F - ANSWERS-True
In cross country, a competitor who fails to complete the prescribed
course that is defined by a legal marking system is disqualified. T/F -
ANSWERS-True
In the absence of a curb, if cones are used, they should be placed... -
ANSWERS-Just touching the inside of the line, 1.5 meters apart on
the curb.
In the first round of competition, if two contestents from the same
team fall within the same heat, the slower contestant should be moved
to another heat. T/F - ANSWERS-False
At the start of outdoor events of 800 meters or greater, runners may
place their hands on the ground for a three point starting stance. T/F -
ANSWERS-False
When are warm-ups allowed? - ANSWERS-If supervised by an event
official or the contestant's coach
, And
The venue has been declared open by the meet director
A competitor shall not use an illegal implement during warm-up or
competition. T/F - ANSWERS-True
What happens if a legal implement breaks during a trial in accordance
with the rules, - ANSWERS-No penalty is counted against the
competitor and a replacement trial is awarded.
If legal implement breaks upon completion of trial: - ANSWERS-
Replacement trial is NOT awarded
Results of trial recorded.
In throwing events, it is a foul if the competitor: - ANSWERS-- Fails
to initiate purposeful action of completing requirements of the athletic
challenge of the event or trial within the prescribed time limit after the
competitor's name has been called.
In throwing events, it is a foul if the competitor: - ANSWERS-Leaves
the circle or runway before the implement has landed.
In throwing events, measurements are recorded to the nearest... -
ANSWERS-Shot put: 1/4"
Discus & Javelin: 1"
