Rules
How many points do you need to win a regular game from 0–0?
4 points
What do you use to hit the ball?
Racket
What is the score called when both players have 40 points?
Duece
How do you win a point?
Win enough points to win a game, then win enough games to win a set and match.
What color is the ball usually?
Yellow/Green
What happens when the score is 40–40?
A deuce
What do players wear on their feet?
Specialized court shoes
How many points is a player awarded for winning a rally?
One point
What happens when the ball hits the net and goes over during a rally?
The opponent wins the point.
What divides the court?
The Net
How many serves do you get if your first serve is a fault?
One more serve
What is used to keep the racket strings tight?
Stringing machine
What is the score called at zero points?
Love
What happens if you hit the ball out of bounds?
You lose the point.
What type of court is the French Open played on?
Clay
What is it called when you win a point on your serve and your opponent cannot touch the ball?
An ace
What material is commonly used to make tennis racket strings?
Nylon, polyester, and natural gut
How many points are needed to win a tiebreak in a standard set, with a two-point lead?
6 points, with a 2 point lead.
What has to happen before you hit a serve?
The server must stand behind the baseline and serve into the correct service box.
What are the four Grand Slam tournaments?
The Australian Open, French Open, Wimbledon, and US Open.
What is a double fault?
when a tennis player missed both of their chances to start a point and automatically gave a point to their opponent.
What is the name of the shot hit high over your opponent's head?
A lob
What does “advantage” mean after deuce?
You must win two consecutive points after deuce: advantage, then game.
What happens if your opponent cannot return your shot legally?
Your opponent is allowed to return the shot as long as it lands in bounds and follows the rules.
What is the length of a standard tennis court for singles?
78 feet