Soccer Rules Practice Exam

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Study for the Soccer Rules Exam. Learn the essential rules and strategies of soccer with multiple-choice questions, hints, and explanations. Prepare to excel in your exam!

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How does a defender use "shoulder to shoulder play" in soccer?

Helping teammates stand up after a fall
Marking opponents without contacting them
Gaining possession of the ball by touching shoulders with an opponent
Getting the ball away from an opponent through shoulder contact

The correct answer is: Getting the ball away from an opponent through shoulder contact

In soccer, the term "shoulder to shoulder play" refers to a legal and fair way for a defender to challenge for the ball against an opponent. The correct answer, "Getting the ball away from an opponent through shoulder contact," is the most appropriate choice because using the shoulder to nudge an opponent off the ball without committing a foul is a common defensive technique. It is important for defenders to use their shoulders to jostle for position and gain the advantage without making contact that would be considered a foul by the referee. This allows defenders to legally win possession of the ball from their opponents. On the other hand, the other options are not related to the concept of "shoulder to shoulder play" in soccer.