Baseball Terminology
1 / 15In baseball, what is a 'balk'?
About Baseball Terminology
Test your knowledge of the language used on the diamond! This free word games activity is built for older adults who want clear, readable browser-based games without sign-up friction.
Word games are useful for vocabulary, reading confidence, and language-focused problem-solving at a comfortable pace. This quiz includes 15 questions, so it works well as a quick session or as part of a longer brain-training routine. A printable version is available if you prefer offline play or want to share the game at home, in a classroom, or in a group setting.
About Baseball Terminology
Baseball Terminology is a free word games quiz with 15 multiple-choice questions with a mix of 7 medium, 6 easy, 2 hard questions. Test your knowledge of the language used on the diamond! A typical run takes about 7 minutes, hints are always one tap away, and your streak ticks up the first time you finish a game on a given day.
A few sample questions
1. In baseball, what is a 'balk'?
Answer: An illegal motion by the pitcher that deceives base runners
A balk is an illegal motion by the pitcher while runners are on base. When called, all runners advance one base.
2. What does 'RBI' stand for in baseball statistics?
Answer: Run Batted In
RBI stands for Run Batted In, a statistic credited to a batter when their action causes a run to score.
3. What is a 'Texas Leaguer' in baseball?
Answer: A bloop hit that falls between infielders and outfielders
A Texas Leaguer is a softly hit fly ball that drops safely between the infielders and outfielders for a base hit.
4. What does 'ERA' measure in baseball?
Answer: The average number of earned runs a pitcher allows per nine innings
ERA stands for Earned Run Average and measures the average number of earned runs a pitcher allows per nine innings pitched.
5. What is a 'squeeze play' in baseball?
Answer: A bunt designed to score a runner from third base
A squeeze play is a strategy where the batter bunts to allow a runner on third base to score. It can be a 'safety squeeze' or a riskier 'suicide squeeze.'
Things you'll learn along the way
- A 'can of corn' is slang for an easy fly ball. The term likely comes from old-time grocers catching cans knocked off high shelves.
- A knuckleball is a pitch thrown with minimal spin, using the fingertips or knuckles, causing it to flutter unpredictably through the air.
- 'Going yard' is baseball slang for hitting a home run, as the ball leaves the yard (the playing field).
Frequently asked questions
How many questions are in Baseball Terminology?
Baseball Terminology has 15 multiple-choice questions. Each one has four answer options and an explanation that appears after you answer, so you learn something even when you miss.
Is Baseball Terminology free to play?
Yes. The entire SeniorBrainGames catalog — including Baseball Terminology — is free, with no sign-up required, no time limits, and no ads on top of the game. It also works offline once the page has loaded once.
How long does Baseball Terminology take?
Most players finish Baseball Terminology in about 7 minutes. You can pause between questions, replay it as often as you like, and there is no penalty for taking your time — answers are explained after you submit them.
What's a good follow-up after Baseball Terminology?
If you enjoyed this word games quiz, try the Daily Challenge — five rotating questions, refreshed every 24 hours, that count toward your streak. You can also use the Surprise Me button on the homepage to land on a different game type for variety.
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