Kerry's History Football

Football: (Click for football questions)

This game is an excellent way to review material before a test or over a chapter.

Divide the class into two equal teams. Flip a coin to determine who goes first. The ball starts on the 20-yard line. The offensive team will then be able to select from pass and running plays. Once they select what type of play, they can then select if they want to go for a short (5), medium (15), or long yardage (25). The level of difficulty of the question would correspond with the amount of yards. Each team would be able to use three Hail Mary plays that would result in an automatic touchdown if answered correctly. After a touchdown, the team will be able to decide whether they want to go for a two-point conversion or one point.

If the offense answers the question incorrect, the defense will be able to answer the question. If the defense answers the question correctly, they take over the possession of the ball. If both teams answer the question incorrect, two representatives will step forward and they will be asked a question, and whoever answers first, his or her team will gain possession of the ball, and five yards.

After a team scores a touchdown, both teams will have the ability to answer the point after touchdown question. If the offensive answers first, then they are awarded the point. If the defense answers the question, the play is blocked and no points are earned.

As facilitator of this game, you can call penalties, such as delay of game, inappropriate conduct, off-sides, and ect. If a certain area of questions is all answered, such as all running plays, just say that the running back is injured and there is no running game. For passing plays, the quarterback or wide receivers are out of the game. That way you can get all questions answered. To make the game even more interesting, you can have them answer a question, and then have a fumble or interception, and the other team takes over. That way, if a team is losing horribly, you can keep them interested in the game by giving them a chance to take the lead.