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- 1. Multiple ChoiceA person who trains regularly and has a high level of fitness willdefinitely not catch any illness or diseasebe less likely to catch some illnesses or diseasedefinitely have good mental health and well-beingdefinitely not have any friends or social well-being
- 2. Multiple ChoiceDefine the term fitnessthe ability to meet/cope with the demands of the environmentthe general state of health and well-beingthe condition of being physically fit and healthya healthy body, mind and spirit
- 3. Multiple ChoiceThe four types of strength areMaximal, Dynamic, Explosive, StillMaximal, Dynamic, Exertive, StaticMaximal, Durational, Explosive, StaticMaximal, Dynamic, Explosive, Static
- 4. Multiple ChoiceDefine the term flexibilitythe quality of bending easily without breakingthe ability to be easily modifiedthe range of movement possible at a jointthe ability to move joints effectively through a complete range of motion
- 5. Multiple ChoiceWhich of these components is not required by a shot putter?PowerCo-ordinationFlexibilityMuscular endurance
- 6. Multiple ChoiceDefine the term healththe state of being free from illness and injurya state of complete mental, physical and social well-beinga state of complete mental, physical and social well-being and not merely the absence of disease or infirmitybeing fit, active and free from disease
- 7. Multiple ChoiceThe six skill-related components of fitness areagility, balance, cardiovascular-endurance, power, reaction time, strengthagility, balance, co-ordination, power, reaction time, strengthagility, balance, co-ordination, power, reaction time, speedagility, balance, co-ordination, power, reaction time, flexibility
- 8. Multiple Choice‘How often someone trains’ describes what principle of training?frequencyintensitytimetype
- 9. Multiple ChoiceA cyclist who cycles lots of miles when training represents what principle of training?progressive overloadspecificitytediumintensity
- 10. Multiple ChoiceWhich of the following is NOT a function of the skeletal systemSupportProtectionMineral ProductionMovement
- 11. Multiple ChoiceState the function of a TENDON in a synovial jointjoins bone to bonelubricates the jointjoins muscle to boneacts as a shock absorber
- 12. Multiple ChoiceDefine the term reaction timethe time taken to initiate a response to a stimulushow quick you respondthe time taken to start movingresponding to an action or command
- 13. Multiple ChoiceDescribe the movement of abductionpivoting or twistingmovement away from the midline of the bodymovement towards the midline of the bodywhere the angle between two bones increases
- 14. Multiple ChoiceWhich of the following is NOT a section of the spinal columncervicalcoccyxlumbarcarpal
- 15. Multiple ChoiceDefine the term stroke volumethe volume of blood leaving the heart per minutehow often the heart beatsthe volume of blood leaving the heart per beatthe higher blood pressure measurement that occurs when the heart beats
- 16. Multiple ChoiceWhich of the following is a common place to measure heart rateThumbWristThighStomach
- 17. Multiple ChoiceWhich of the following represents a high blood pressure reading90/60mmHg140/90mmHg120/70mmHg110/70mmHg
- 18. Multiple ChoiceWhat is tidal volumehow quick you breathe after exercisemaximum amount of air you can exhaleamount of air left in the lungs after a maximal exhalationamount of air that enters the lungs during normal inspiration at rest
- 19. Multiple ChoiceWhat is the maximum heart rate of a 24 year old?204200196192
- 20. Multiple ChoiceWhich of the following muscles is NOT involved in breathingDiaphragmIntercostalPectorals
- 21. Multiple ChoiceWhich bone is NOT found in the armHumerusFemurRadiusUlna
- 22. Multiple ChoiceWhich of the following terms relates to the time spent training?SpecificityProgressionOverloadReversibility
- 23. Multiple ChoiceWhich one of the following would be the most effective way to improve muscular endurance in weight training?Heavy weights with low repetitionsHeavy weights at speedLight weights with low repetitionsLight weights with high repetitions
- 24. Multiple ChoiceIn a weight training session, the number of times that you lift the weights is known asOverloadRepetitionsSetsCurls
- 25. Multiple ChoiceThe part of a balanced diet mainly responsible for muscle growth and repair is:CarbohydratesVitaminsProteinsFats
- 26. Multiple ChoiceWhich one of the following is the most important component of fitness when dribbling a ball around a defender in hockey?Reaction timeAgilityCardiovascular enduranceStrength
- 27. Multiple ChoiceThe type of strength which can be applied to an immovable object is known as:DynamicStaticPowerExplosive
- 28. Multiple ChoiceWhich one of the following is not a precaution taken to avoid injuryCarrying out a warm-upWearing jewelleryPlaying by the rulesWearing safety equipment
- 29. Multiple ChoiceThe most important factor for a fast start in a 100 m sprint is:FlexibilityBalanceReaction timeCo-ordination
- 30. Multiple ChoiceWhich one of the following describes the Fartlek training method?Speed playLong distance runningTraining with weightsExercising to music
- 31. Multiple ChoiceOne benefit of a cool down is that it:Reduces the chance of injury during activityReduces the risk of muscle stiffness after exerciseIncreases blood flow around the bodyIncreases the production of lactic acid
- 32. Multiple ChoiceMaximum heart rate is calculated by:220 multiplied by age220 minus age220 plus age220 divided by age
- 33. Multiple ChoiceWhich one of the following best describes the frequency element of the overload principle of training?How hard you trainThe type of training you doHow often you trainHow long you train for
- 34. Multiple ChoiceWhich one of the following is a benefit of training at altitude?Develops muscle strengthImproves techniqueIncreases the oxygen-carrying capacity of bloodEnables quick weight loss
- 35. Multiple ChoiceWhich one of the following statements best describes the term ‘progression’ when training?Training is increased gradually as theTraining that is suited to a particularTraining benefits are lost whenTraining to make the body work harder
- 36. Multiple ChoiceWhich one of the following principles of training is most likely to occur if an athlete stops training?SpecificityOverloadReversibilityProgression
- 37. Multiple ChoiceWhich one of the following components of fitness is best improved through ‘continuous training’?Muscular strengthCardiovascular enduranceAgilityFlexibility
- 38. Multiple ChoiceWhich one of the following is the most appropriate method of training for a marathon runner?Weight trainingCircuit trainingContinuous trainingFartlek training
- 39. Multiple ChoiceWhich activity is most likely to use aerobic respiration for energy10 km cross country runVault in gymnasticsShot putJumping to block a shot in basketball
- 40. Multiple ChoiceWhich one of the following is not an anaerobic activity?Long jumpGymnastics vaultTennis serveYoga
- 41. Multiple ChoiceWhich one of the following athletics events is an example of an aerobic activityJavelin100 m5000 mHigh Jump
- 42. Multiple Choice
Which one of the following statements best describes the term ‘adduction’ at a ball and socket joint?
The movement of a limb away from the centre of the body
The movement of a limb towards the centre of the body
The movement of a limb in a circular motion
The movement of a limb in rotation
- 43. Multiple ChoiceLactic acid production occurs when an athlete’s body is:Digesting a large mealWorking aerobicallyWorking anaerobicallySitting still for a long period of time
- 44. Multiple ChoiceTo train anaerobically, an athlete would need to work ...between 40-60% of their maximum heart rate.more than 80% of their maximum heart rate.less than 80% of their maximum heart rate.between 60-80% of their maximum heart rate.
- 45. Multiple ChoiceWhich of the following statements best describes ‘abduction’ at a ball and socket joint?The movement of a limb away from the midline of the bodyThe movement of a limb in a complete circle at a jointThe movement of a limb towards the midline of the bodyThe movement of a limb which decreases the angle of a joint
- 46. Multiple ChoiceWhich one of the following statements describes the term ‘extension’ at a hinge joint?The movement of a limb away from the midline of the bodyThe movement of a limb which decreases the angle at a jointThe movement of a limb towards the midline of the bodyThe movement of a limb which increases the angle at a joint
- 47. Multiple ChoiceWhich bones are found at the shoulder joint?Femur and tibiaHumerus and radiusScapula and humerusTibia and fibula
- 48. Multiple ChoiceWhich of the following equations summarises the process of anaerobic respiration?Energy ⟶ lactic acid + glucoseGlucose ⟶ energy + lactic acidGlucose + oxygen ⟶ energy + lactic acidOxygen + energy ⟶ lactic acid
- 49. Multiple ChoiceWhich of the following muscle movements occur when the arm bends at the elbow?The biceps contract and the triceps relaxThe biceps relax and the triceps relaxThe triceps contract and the biceps contractThe triceps contract and the biceps relax
- 50. Multiple ChoiceWhich bones are found at the elbow joint?Femur and tibiaHumerus and radiusScapula and humerusTibia and fibula
- 51. Multiple ChoiceWhich one of these lung volumes is defined as the volume of air left in the lungs after maximal expiration?Expiratory reserve volumeInspiratory reserve volumeResidual volumeTidal volume
- 52. Multiple ChoiceWhich one of these is an immediate effect of exercise?Improvement in muscular enduranceImprovement in staminaIncrease in aerobic fitnessIncrease in heart rate
- 53. Multiple ChoiceWhich one of these muscles is found at the shoulder joint?DeltoidGastrocnemiusGlutealsTibialis anterior
- 54. Multiple ChoiceDuring inspiration, which one of these must air first pass through before entering the bronchi?AlveoliBronchiolesLungsTrachea
- 55. Multiple ChoiceWhich component of fitness is measured when performing a vertical jump test?Co-ordinationPowerAgilityReaction time
- 56. Multiple ChoiceWhich of the following best describes ‘interval training’?Training using alternating periods of rest and hard workTraining using a series of different exercisesTraining using a variety of explosive movementsTraining using weights as a form of resistance
- 57. Multiple ChoiceWhat is ‘co-ordination’?The ability to change direction quicklyThe ability to do strength performances quicklyThe ability to move two or more body parts together smoothlyThe ability to retain the centre of mass above the base of support
- 58. Multiple ChoiceWhich one of these performers relies most heavily on their cardiovascular endurance200m runner10 000m runnerDiscus throwerLong jumper
- 59. Multiple ChoiceThe Wall Toss Test measures which component of fitness?AgilityBalanceCoordinationFlexibility
- 60. Multiple ChoiceWhat does HIIT stand for?High Intensity Induced TrainingHigh Intensity Interval TrainingHigh Intensity In TrainingHigh Intensity Isometric Training
- 61. Multiple ChoiceWhich one of these performers relies most heavily on agility?100 m runnerGolferTennis playerRower
- 62. Multiple ChoiceWhich one of these is a long term benefit of exercise?Higher resting heart rateReduced blood pressureReduced stroke volumeReduced tidal volume
- 63. Multiple ChoiceWhich one of these is the most appropriate test to measure maximal strength?The 30 Metre Sprint TestThe Handgrip Dynamometer TestThe One Rep Max Test
- 64. Multiple ChoiceWhich one of these is incorrect?The skeleton provides oxygen for the working musclesThe skeleton provides protection for vital organsThe skeleton provides structural shape and points for attachmentThe skeleton provides support
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