Rugby Union Part 1 Quiz

A rugby union team has 15 players on the field: eight forwards and seven backs. Each group has specialized roles in scrums, lineouts, and open play.

A try is scored by grounding the ball in the opponent’s in-goal area. It is worth 5 points and is the primary way teams score in rugby union.

After a try, the scoring team attempts a conversion kick at goal. If successful, it adds 2 points to the team’s score.

A penalty kick awarded after an infringement can be kicked at goal. If the ball passes between the posts and above the crossbar, 3 points are scored.

A drop goal is scored during open play by dropping the ball and kicking it through the posts. It is worth 3 points in rugby union.

A rugby union match lasts 80 minutes, divided into two halves of 40 minutes each, with a halftime interval.

A lineout restarts play when the ball crosses the touchline. Players line up and jump to catch the thrown ball.

A ruck occurs when players from both teams bind over the ball on the ground after a tackle, contesting possession with their feet.

A maul happens when the ball carrier remains on their feet and teammates bind together to push forward against opponents.

In rugby union, a tackle must be below the shoulders. Contact above shoulder height is considered dangerous and penalized.