Capital District Flag Football League

Officials Association 2008 Rules Test

Name: ___________________________________

Place a “Y” or “N” next to the question

1. A fight occurs and the officials allow the clock to run. Is the official correct?

2. Ball stripping can occur even if the ball does not come loose. Is the statement correct?

3. Two players are in motion prior to the snap. The official throws a penalty flag. Is the official correct?

4. In overtime the official instructs the teams to alternate after each series on offense and defense. Is the official correct?

5. The ball carrier’s jersey is inadvertently pulled out by a defender trying for his flag. The official stops the play when the next defender touches the ball carrier. Is the official correct?

6. A player failed to sign the waiver and entered the game. The official ejects the player upon learning he is not eligible. Is the official correct?

7. The coach leaves the team area and walks onto the field during a play. The official charges the coach with a 5-yard illegal participation penalty because his team is out of time-outs. Is the official correct?

8. During a running play the guard “pulls” vacating his original position and the defensive player(s) begin to cross the line of scrimmage (blitz). The official charges the defense with a blitz. Is the official correct?

9. If the sidelines cannot hear a player swear, the penalty is not called. Is the statement correct?

10. Wet weather rules must be followed for all games on a particular field. The official disagrees and allows one game to be played without wet weather rules. Is the official correct?

11. During the blitz the QB does not have possession and the ball hits the ground. The official grants the defense another blitz. Is the official correct?

12. Flag shielding cannot occur unless contact with the flag, ball or body takes place. Is the statement correct?

13. The defender shields the receiver’s eyes. The official allows the play to stand because the defender never touches the receiver. Is the official correct?

14. After a safety the kicking team attempts an on-side kick. The official allows the attempt. Is the official correct?

15. A fair catch eliminates any possibility of an on-side kick. Is the statement correct?

16. The official allows any player or fan to hold up the portable goal posts when permanent posts are not available. Is the official correct?

17. The official spots the ball at the point of (clip) separation in all circumstances. Is the official correct?

18. An official working a game without a partner will be paid 100% of the normal fee? Is this statement correct?

19. Protests are allowed and must be done after the play and before the next play? Is this statement correct?

20. A tackle is always a personal foul. Is this statement correct?

Bonus: An offensive penalty after a declaration can be re-declared.

Is the statement correct?