Football: Offensive Formations
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Football: Offensive Formations Answer Key
1.
The foundation of a football offense is five linemen and a quarterback who lines up behind the center.
2.
Which offensive formation uses two running backs who line up single file behind the quarterback?
- Pro Set
- I-Formation
- Single-back
- Shotgun
3.
Which offensive formation is shown here?

- Pro Set
4.
Which offensive formation is shown here?

- This is a Pro Set with two tight ends instead of two wide receivers.
5.
In a single-back formation, which running back is lined up behind the quarterback?
- Answers will vary, but should include -- either a fullback or a halfback depending on the situation
6.
In what kind of situation would an offense use a fullback lined up in a single-back formation?
- when only a few yards are needed to make a first down or a touchdown
- late in the game when the offense is trailing by two touchdowns
- when it's first and ten yards to go
- on fourth and long
7.
Which formation has the quarterback standing as many as five yards behind the center?
- Single-back
- I-Formation
- Shotgun
- Pro Set
8.
When might the offense line up in an empty set?
- when only a few yards are needed to make a first down or a touchdown
- when a big gain is needed in a hurry
- when all the team's running backs are hurt
- when the quarterback is going to hand the ball off
9.
What's the difference between a halfback and a fullback?
- Answers may vary, but should include -- A fullback is usually a heavier, stronger player who can carry the ball successfully when only a few yards are needed. The halfback is a lighter, quicker, faster player who can avoid tacklers and run quickly to either side of the line. The halfback looks to break through the defense for a big gain.
10.
Once the offense comes to the line of scrimmage in one formation, it cannot change to another formation.
- True
- False
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