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Volleyball · Level 6: Advanced · Sub-level 6.3

Tempo and the Modern Attack

10 tests · 100 facts · updated 25 October 2026 · markdown

The bic, quicks from imperfect passes, stretching the block, the jump set, height and reach, the block-out, sets far off the net, the men's and women's games, the approach and tempo drills.

Each test below is ten questions on Insporta. The list under a test is what the questions check: one fact per question, with the source it was written from. Read it before the test, or come back from a wrong answer.

Test 1The bicTake a test

  1. The bic is hit from the back row through the centre.

    Source: FIVB Coaches Manual (Levels I-II), general coaching references · recall

  2. The bic hitter runs in early for a quick-tempo set.

    Source: FIVB Coaches Manual (Levels I-II), general coaching references · recall

  3. A fast back-row option joins the three front-row hitters.

    Source: FIVB Coaches Manual (Levels I-II), general coaching references · recall

  4. Back-row players attack from behind the front zone.

    Source: FIVB Coaches Manual (Levels I-II), general coaching references · recall

  5. The quick and the bic arrive close together in the middle.

    Source: FIVB Coaches Manual (Levels I-II), general coaching references · recall

  6. A fast back-row set depends on a setter in position.

    Source: FIVB Coaches Manual (Levels I-II), general coaching references · recall

  7. Outside hitters in the back row often run the bic.

    Source: FIVB Coaches Manual (Levels I-II), general coaching references · recall

  8. Pass, early run, fast set and the hit.

    Source: FIVB Coaches Manual (Levels I-II), general coaching references · applied

  9. The bic is quickest; a rescue ball is slowest.

    Source: FIVB Coaches Manual (Levels I-II), general coaching references · applied

  10. A quick-tempo back-row attack in the middle is a bic.

    Source: FIVB Coaches Manual (Levels I-II), general coaching references · applied

Test 2Quicks from imperfect passesTake a test

  1. Practice lets the pair time quicks from imperfect passes.

    Source: FIVB Coaches Manual (Levels I-II), general coaching references · recall

  2. The middle adjusts her run to the setter's new spot.

    Source: FIVB Coaches Manual (Levels I-II), general coaching references · recall

  3. Even after a poor pass, the middle stays a threat.

    Source: FIVB Coaches Manual (Levels I-II), general coaching references · recall

  4. A longer set is harder to time perfectly.

    Source: FIVB Coaches Manual (Levels I-II), general coaching references · recall

  5. The set must travel fast and flat to the middle.

    Source: FIVB Coaches Manual (Levels I-II), general coaching references · recall

  6. More quicks from poor passes mean a more dangerous offence.

    Source: FIVB Coaches Manual (Levels I-II), general coaching references · recall

  7. Without a quick threat, blockers can help on the pins.

    Source: FIVB Coaches Manual (Levels I-II), general coaching references · recall

  8. Pass, adjust, flat set and hit.

    Source: FIVB Coaches Manual (Levels I-II), general coaching references · applied

  9. The farther the pass, the harder the quick.

    Source: FIVB Coaches Manual (Levels I-II), general coaching references · applied

  10. Pairs who train quicks from imperfect passes can run them anywhere.

    Source: FIVB Coaches Manual (Levels I-II), general coaching references · applied

Test 3Stretching the blockTake a test

  1. Fast sets to every option start with a good pass.

    Source: FIVB Coaches Manual (Levels I-II), general coaching references · recall

  2. Blockers drawn wide leave fewer hands in the middle.

    Source: FIVB Coaches Manual (Levels I-II), general coaching references · recall

  3. Three blockers cannot reach both antennas in time.

    Source: FIVB Coaches Manual (Levels I-II), general coaching references · recall

  4. A fast back set pulls the block toward the right side.

    Source: FIVB Coaches Manual (Levels I-II), general coaching references · recall

  5. Three front-row hitters plus a back-row attacker spread the block.

    Source: FIVB Coaches Manual (Levels I-II), general coaching references · recall

  6. Spacing the block wide opens the centre to the quick.

    Source: FIVB Coaches Manual (Levels I-II), general coaching references · recall

  7. Against a wide attack, a block often settles for one blocker per hitter.

    Source: FIVB Coaches Manual (Levels I-II), general coaching references · recall

  8. More fast options across the net stretch the block most.

    Source: FIVB Coaches Manual (Levels I-II), general coaching references · applied

  9. Pass, wide runs, split block and the set.

    Source: FIVB Coaches Manual (Levels I-II), general coaching references · applied

  10. Threats across the whole net stretch the block.

    Source: FIVB Coaches Manual (Levels I-II), general coaching references · applied

Test 4The jump setTake a test

  1. Jump setting is standard at the highest level.

    Source: FIVB Coaches Manual (Levels I-II), general coaching references · recall

  2. Contact higher up means a shorter path to the hitter.

    Source: FIVB Coaches Manual (Levels I-II), general coaching references · recall

  3. The same jump can become a dump over the net.

    Source: FIVB Coaches Manual (Levels I-II), general coaching references · recall

  4. A low pass or one far from the net is easier from the floor.

    Source: FIVB Coaches Manual (Levels I-II), general coaching references · recall

  5. Repeated jumps need fitness and a well-timed take-off.

    Source: FIVB Coaches Manual (Levels I-II), general coaching references · recall

  6. The rally goes on, so she must be ready again.

    Source: FIVB Coaches Manual (Levels I-II), general coaching references · recall

  7. A steady toss lets the setter repeat the same jump timing.

    Source: FIVB Coaches Manual (Levels I-II), general coaching references · recall

  8. Read, move, jump-set and land.

    Source: FIVB Coaches Manual (Levels I-II), general coaching references · applied

  9. Jumping gives the highest contact point.

    Source: FIVB Coaches Manual (Levels I-II), general coaching references · applied

  10. A jump set meets the ball high and speeds up the attack.

    Source: FIVB Coaches Manual (Levels I-II), general coaching references · applied

Test 5Height and reachTake a test

  1. A tired hitter jumps lower and hits from lower down.

    Source: FIVB Coaches Manual (Levels I-II), general coaching references · recall

  2. Spike reach is the height of her hand at full jump.

    Source: FIVB Coaches Manual (Levels I-II), general coaching references · recall

  3. Tall players reach higher at the net on both sides.

    Source: FIVB Coaches Manual (Levels I-II), general coaching references · recall

  4. Fast sets and clever shots beat height.

    Source: FIVB Coaches Manual (Levels I-II), general coaching references · recall

  5. More jump means a higher hitting point.

    Source: FIVB Coaches Manual (Levels I-II), general coaching references · recall

  6. Contact above the blockers' hands opens a path over them.

    Source: FIVB Coaches Manual (Levels I-II), general coaching references · recall

  7. The gap between them shows how high she jumps.

    Source: FIVB Coaches Manual (Levels I-II), general coaching references · recall

  8. The approach adds height to the jump.

    Source: FIVB Coaches Manual (Levels I-II), general coaching references · applied

  9. Stand, approach, touch and measure.

    Source: FIVB Coaches Manual (Levels I-II), general coaching references · applied

  10. A higher contact point opens more of the court.

    Source: FIVB Coaches Manual (Levels I-II), general coaching references · applied

Test 6The block-outTake a test

  1. A ball deflected out off the hands scores for the hitter.

    Source: FIVB Coaches Manual (Levels I-II), general coaching references · recall

  2. A touch off the outside hand goes out of court for a point.

    Source: FIVB Coaches Manual (Levels I-II), general coaching references · recall

  3. When a hard hit cannot get past, using the block scores.

    Source: FIVB Coaches Manual (Levels I-II), general coaching references · recall

  4. Turning the hands in sends the ball back into court.

    Source: FIVB Coaches Manual (Levels I-II), general coaching references · recall

  5. She aims at a hand she can see clearly.

    Source: FIVB Coaches Manual (Levels I-II), general coaching references · recall

  6. At the antenna, the outside hand is close to the court's edge.

    Source: FIVB Coaches Manual (Levels I-II), general coaching references · recall

  7. Hitters who use the block well beat strong blocks.

    Source: FIVB Coaches Manual (Levels I-II), general coaching references · recall

  8. See, find, hit and score.

    Source: FIVB Coaches Manual (Levels I-II), general coaching references · applied

  9. Power first, then using the block, then the soft tip.

    Source: FIVB Coaches Manual (Levels I-II), general coaching references · applied

  10. Using the edge of the block like this wins the point.

    Source: FIVB Coaches Manual (Levels I-II), general coaching references · applied

Test 7Sets far off the netTake a test

  1. From far back, the ball must travel up and over before dropping.

    Source: FIVB Coaches Manual (Levels I-II), general coaching references · recall

  2. A longer flight gives defenders more time to react.

    Source: FIVB Coaches Manual (Levels I-II), general coaching references · recall

  3. Topspin makes a hard hit dip inside the end line.

    Source: FIVB Coaches Manual (Levels I-II), general coaching references · recall

  4. Blocking a ball hit from far back is less useful.

    Source: FIVB Coaches Manual (Levels I-II), general coaching references · recall

  5. Out-of-system play often ends in sets far from the net.

    Source: FIVB Coaches Manual (Levels I-II), general coaching references · recall

  6. A flat swing from far back often finds the tape.

    Source: FIVB Coaches Manual (Levels I-II), general coaching references · recall

  7. She lines up behind the ball to hit it in front of her.

    Source: FIVB Coaches Manual (Levels I-II), general coaching references · recall

  8. Read, adjust, spin and aim deep.

    Source: FIVB Coaches Manual (Levels I-II), general coaching references · applied

  9. The farther from the net, the harder the attack.

    Source: FIVB Coaches Manual (Levels I-II), general coaching references · applied

  10. Deep targets let a ball hit from far back drop in court.

    Source: FIVB Coaches Manual (Levels I-II), general coaching references · applied

Test 8The men's and women's gamesTake a test

  1. Aces and broken passes outweigh the misses at the top.

    Source: FIVB Coaches Manual (Levels I-II), general coaching references · recall

  2. Slower attacks give defenders more chances to dig.

    Source: FIVB Coaches Manual (Levels I-II), general coaching references · recall

  3. Many women's teams run the slide often.

    Source: FIVB Coaches Manual (Levels I-II), general coaching references · recall

  4. Men's teams use the bic and pipe a great deal.

    Source: FIVB Coaches Manual (Levels I-II), general coaching references · recall

  5. Women play at 2.24 m, men at 2.43 m.

    Source: FIVB Coaches Manual (Levels I-II), general coaching references · recall

  6. Longer rallies reward good digging and covering.

    Source: FIVB Coaches Manual (Levels I-II), general coaching references · recall

  7. Both use speed and variety to beat the block.

    Source: FIVB Coaches Manual (Levels I-II), general coaching references · recall

  8. Men favour power; standing floats are least common.

    Source: FIVB Coaches Manual (Levels I-II), general coaching references · applied

  9. Youth nets are often lower; women 2.24 m, men 2.43 m.

    Source: FIVB Coaches Manual (Levels I-II), general coaching references · applied

  10. Men use the jump topspin serve far more than women.

    Source: FIVB Coaches Manual (Levels I-II), general coaching references · applied

Test 9The approachTake a test

  1. Most hitters use a three- or four-step approach.

    Source: FIVB Coaches Manual (Levels I-II), general coaching references · recall

  2. A high ball gives time for a full run and a big jump.

    Source: FIVB Coaches Manual (Levels I-II), general coaching references · recall

  3. Coming from outside lets them see the set and the block.

    Source: FIVB Coaches Manual (Levels I-II), general coaching references · recall

  4. The plant converts forward speed into an upward jump.

    Source: FIVB Coaches Manual (Levels I-II), general coaching references · recall

  5. Every set lands a little differently.

    Source: FIVB Coaches Manual (Levels I-II), general coaching references · recall

  6. Starting too soon leaves her waiting under the ball.

    Source: FIVB Coaches Manual (Levels I-II), general coaching references · recall

  7. A side view shows step length and timing.

    Source: FIVB Coaches Manual (Levels I-II), general coaching references · recall

  8. Faster sets need shorter approaches.

    Source: FIVB Coaches Manual (Levels I-II), general coaching references · applied

  9. Early start, quick steps, plant and hit.

    Source: FIVB Coaches Manual (Levels I-II), general coaching references · applied

  10. A short, fast approach matches a fast set.

    Source: FIVB Coaches Manual (Levels I-II), general coaching references · applied

Test 10Tempo drillsTake a test

  1. She must still deliver a hittable fast set.

    Source: FIVB Coaches Manual (Levels I-II), general coaching references · recall

  2. A steady toss lets the pair focus on timing first.

    Source: FIVB Coaches Manual (Levels I-II), general coaching references · recall

  3. Blockers make the drill game-like.

    Source: FIVB Coaches Manual (Levels I-II), general coaching references · recall

  4. A quick fails if the timing is off by a moment.

    Source: FIVB Coaches Manual (Levels I-II), general coaching references · recall

  5. Scoring makes players execute under pressure.

    Source: FIVB Coaches Manual (Levels I-II), general coaching references · recall

  6. Good timing is the skill the drill is built to train.

    Source: FIVB Coaches Manual (Levels I-II), general coaching references · recall

  7. Imperfect passes make the setter adapt as in matches.

    Source: FIVB Coaches Manual (Levels I-II), general coaching references · recall

  8. Each stage adds a real part of the game.

    Source: FIVB Coaches Manual (Levels I-II), general coaching references · applied

  9. Ball, run, set and attack.

    Source: FIVB Coaches Manual (Levels I-II), general coaching references · applied

  10. Repeated fast sets build setter-hitter timing.

    Source: FIVB Coaches Manual (Levels I-II), general coaching references · applied

Sources

FIVB Coaches Manual (Levels I-II) and general coaching references; original questions authored, nothing reproduced. Numbered FIVB rules belong to the Rules category.

  • FIVB Coaches Manual (Levels I-II), general coaching references100