Rules
While playing on a hole, where are you allowed to pick up your ball only after marking the location?
This is only allowed on the putting green
Where should you stand when another person is teeing off?
Out of line of sight with out creating a shadow in the players area
Where was golf invented?
Scotland
What does par mean in golf?
Number of shots to complete a hole.
What is the area outside of the fairway called?
the rough
How many strokes are you penalized for hitting out of bounds?
1 stroke
How do you repair your divots on a green?
Use a tee or divot tool to raise the the grass back to the putting green height
Measured in yards. On the green, it is typically measured in feet.
What is the typical total par for 18 holes?
72
What is the slightly higher grass area around the putting green called?
the fringe
If you choose to take an unplayable lie, how many strokes do you incur?
1 stroke
How do you repair divots in the fairway?
Replace the grass as applicable. Some courses provide sand to fill in the divot
When was golf invented?
1457
What are typical pars per hole?
3, 4, and 5
What types of golf clubs are there?
Driver, woods (fairway woods), hybrids, irons, wedges, putters.
Who goes first when teeing off?
The person with the lowest score on previous hole.
What do you do if you are holding up play for golfers behind you?
You can let them play ahead of you at the next tee. Or, you move off of the fairway, out of the way, and wave them through. This would not apply in a tournament. Take you time but do not be slow.
What are the odds of getting a hole in one?
1 in 12,500
What is the area called where you first hit on a hole?
The tee or tee box
How many golf clubs are you allowed to carry in your bag?
Up to 14
What is the hitting order when on the fairway or putting green?
Whoever is furthest away hits first
How do you repair a sand trap?
Use the provided rakes on the course to level out the affected area.
What is the standard number of holes for a full round of golf?
18 holes
What is a hazard?
Sand traps, water, etc
What are some of the names of scores for a hole? Example: What is 1 under par called?
Ace, Condor, Albatross, Eagle, Birdie, Par, Bogey, Double Bogey, Triple Bogey, then +4, +5, +6, etc