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Which of the following is an example of good sports etiquette?

standing by and hoping to not hit someone in a game of golf after driving a ball too far

bunting in baseball when the opposing team is down by 12 points

failing to return a serve in tennis that was clearly out

failing to call out a score before serving in tennis

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Being gracious during sports play includes __________.

knowing the rules of the game

encouraging teammates to follow the rules

forgiving personal mistakes and mistakes of your teammates

retaliating against a competitor when the official isn't looking

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It would NOT be ethical to __________.

steal the ball from another player during a game

use your skills to score a basket by dunking the basketball

fake an injury to get an extra timeout in a close game

get a hit each time you are up to bat in a baseball game

Players with a high level of skill should feel free to flaunt their skills in a game. Please select the best answer from the choices provided.

Coaches are ultimately responsible for the safety of their athletes.

Which of the following is NOT a principle of safe sports?

using protective equipment correctly

warming up and cooling down

trying your hardest

doing whatever it takes to win

A player with a positive attitude toward officials demonstrates which of the following?

respect and apprehension

apprehension and suspicion

respect and acceptance

acceptance and hostility

Sporting officials are typically responsible for __________.

starting and ending the competition

ensuring the game flows properly

monitoring pregame activities

all of the above

Which of the following BEST describes sports protective equipment?

Equipment should be used during games, but not practice.

There's no "right" way to use protective equipment.

You should use only protective equipment that is comfortable.

Protective equipment is a key part of safe sports.

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