Soccer Rules Practice Exam

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When is a direct free kick awarded in soccer?

For offside violations
For fouls that result in a caution (yellow card)
For handling the ball deliberately
For misconduct after the game has ended

The correct answer is: For handling the ball deliberately

A direct free kick is awarded in soccer for handling the ball deliberately. This means that a player cannot use their hands or arms deliberately to touch the ball, except for the goalkeeper within their own penalty area. A deliberate handling of the ball results in giving the opposing team a direct free kick, where they can shoot directly at the goal without any other players touching the ball. The other options are incorrect: - A direct free kick is not awarded for offside violations. Offside is a different rule related to the positioning of players when a pass is made. - A direct free kick is not awarded for fouls that result in a caution (yellow card). While a foul may result in a caution, the type of free kick given is determined by the nature of the foul. - A direct free kick is not awarded for misconduct after the game has ended. Any misconduct after the game has ended falls under disciplinary action rather than gameplay during the match.