Multiple Choice Questions for B451

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTIONS FOR B451

SPECIMEN PAPER:

Which one of the following is a fundamental motor skill often used for active leisure activities?

a)Netball pass

b)Hockey flick

c)Running

d)Triple jump

The cool down after exercise is important because it:

a)Improves oxygen uptake

b)Regulates breathing

c)Speeds the removal of lactic acid

d)Decreases adrenaline

Which one of the following is a social reason that might affect participation in physical activities?

a)Family

b)Equipment

c)Weather

d)Facilities

Which of the following is not a recognised method of assessing an aspect of the body’s readiness for exercise?

a)Cooper’s 12 minute run/walk test

b)Body mass index measurement

c)Sit and reach test

d)Height measurement

Which one of the following is an example of a performance enhancing drug?

a)Steroid

b)Alcohol

c)Carbohydrate

d)Paracetamol

Which one of the following describes why skilled performers in PE are different from unskilled performers?

a)They try harder

b)They are more outgoing

c)They are more co-ordinated

d)They interact with spectators

Which of the following is a performance goal in physical activity?

a)To win a tournament in golf

b)To score the best in a strength test

c)To improve your technique in tennis

d)To get a personal best time in 100m

A secondary school is trying to encourage its students to participate in an active healthy lifestyle. Which piece of advice would you give to the staff at the school who are trying to encourage a healthy, active balanced lifestyle among their students?

a)Make lunchtime sport compulsory for all

b)Run teams only for the best performers

c)Run sports clubs during weekends only

d)Put on a number of activity clubs open to all

Which one of the following might be included in a good exercise programme to significantly improve flexibility?

a)Plyometrics

b)Interval training

c)Body pump

d)Yoga

Which of the following is not a characteristic of a balanced, healthy lifestyle?

a)Exercising regularly

b)Drinking water regularly

c)Only drinking 5 units of alcohol per day

d)Eating plenty of fruit and vegetables

Why is warming up before exercise important?

a)It improves flexibility

b)It improves heart rate

c)It decreases the removal of lactic acid

d)It slows adrenaline release

A young person doing his GCSE’s in school no longer participates in exercise. Which of the following could be a reason for this non-participation in exercise?

a)Peer pressure to stop exercising

b)PE is not compulsory in Year 11 at school

c)Exercise can stop effective learning

d)Young people do not need to exercise to stay healthy

Why might strength be an important health related component to help a young person lead a healthy lifestyle?

a)To give a good body image

b)To be able to life and carry objects safely

c)To be able to protect yourself from physical peak

d)To improve endurance

Cardio-vascular endurance is a component of fitness and a healthy balanced lifestyle. Which of the following describes cardio-vascular endurance most accurately?

a)The ability of our heart and lungs to cope with exercise over a long period of time

b)The ability to use muscles over a long period of time

c)The amount of force a muscle can exert against a resistance

d)The ability to change the body’s movement quickly

Most sports players accept that, when they participate in physical activities, they should observe appropriate codes of behaviour or etiquette. Which of the following is the best example of good etiquette when performing a physical activity?

a)Shaking hands with your opponent at the end of a match

b)Obeying the referee in football

c)Shouting “well played” to one of your team mates

d)Politely questioning a decision made by the referee in basketball

JANUARY 2010 PAPER

Which one of the following is an example of an important role of an official in physical activities?

a)To help performers’ fitness levels

b)To ensure that rules are followed correctly

c)To make money

d)To ensure that the right tactics are used

Why is flexibility considered a component of a fit and healthy lifestyle?

a)To avoid straining muscles during physical activities.

b)To impress others during warm up activities

c)To be able to life heavy weights

d)To help fight infections

Which one of the following is a health screening test?

a)Sit and reach test

b)30m sprint test

c)Blood pressure test

d)Cooper’s 12 minute run test

Which one of the following pairs of fitness components is yoga likely to develop?

a)Flexibility and cardiovascular endurance

b)Speed and flexibility

c)Strength and flexibility

d)Muscular endurance and cardio vascular endurance

Many people participate in physical activities and follow an active, healthy lifestyle. Which one of the following is a health reason for regular participation in physical activities?

a)to make friends

b)To have a job and earn money

c)To be a good role model

d)To manage stress more effectively

Which one of the following is not a pathway for involvement in physical activities?

a)Regularly taking part in PE

b)Becoming an umpire in hockey

c)Volunteering to help organise the 2012 Olympic games

d)To regularly watch your favourite football team

Discrimination is one reason why some people do not participate in physical activities. Which one of the is an example of discrimination?

a)Boys not selecting dance as one of their physical activities for assessment

b)Disabled pupils not choosing to participate in a physical exercise session

c)Women not being allowed to play golf at peak times at their golf club

d)Older people going for a swim at their local swimming club

Which one of the following pairs shows two good examples of characteristics of a balanced, healthy lifestyle?

a)Non smoking and non active

b)Nutritional diet and regular water drinking

c)Non alcohol and low protein diet

d)Physically active and smoking only a limited number of cigarettes.

Which one of the following is the best example of a fundamental motor skill?

a)Simple pass of a football

b)Simple shot in football

c)Simple run up the pitch in football

d)Simple save by goalkeeper in football

A healthy, active lifestyle helps to improve and maintain mental health. Which one of the following is an example of an improvement in mental health?

a)Better stamina to keep going

b)More skills to carry out specific physical activities

c)You live longer

d)More able to think positively

One of the key concepts in PE is creativity. Which one of the following is an example of creativity in PE?

a)Participating in different physical activities

b)Thinking of new movements in a gymnastic sequence

c)Being tested on physical fitness

d)Learning fundamental motor skills

To show competence in PE, which one of the following would be most applicable?

a)To select the right skill at the right time

b)To maintain physical health

c)To regularly participate

d)To understand the aims of physical activity

Why is a cool down important after exercise?

a)To raise resting Heart Rate

b)To improve speed

c)To make muscular contractions stronger

d)To speed up the removal of lactic acid

One characteristic of skilful movement is that the movement is aesthetically pleasing. Which one of the following best describes this characteristic?

a)The movement takes place at high speed

b)The movement shows a high level of strength

c)The movement looks good

d)The movement is always successful

Which one of the following is an example of a performance goal?

a)To win the competition

b)To improve your technique

c)To beat your personal best

d)To please your coach

MAY 2010

Which one of the following might be regarded as a role model for others to participate in physical activities?

a)A friend who does little physical exercise

b)A parent who values physical exercise

c)A teacher who has little time for sport

d)A local authority that provides facilities for physical activities

Which one of the following is an example of a food high in carbohydrates

a)Fish

b)Bananas

c)Meat

d)Eggs

Which one of the following is a key process in physical education

a)Effort

b)Competence

c)Developing skills and techniques

d)Performance

Which one of following is a volunteer route into physical activity

a)Playing professional rugby

b)Being a referee in a Premiership football game

c)Being the coach of a world class tennis player

d)Organising an exercise class for clients in a care home

Which one of the following age groups participates most in physical activities

a)16-24

b)25-34

c)35-44

d)45-59

Which one of the following is a reason for not participating in physical activities

a)improving fitness

b)developing personal skills

c)improving mental health

d)increasing risk of injury

The recommended amount of exercise for a healthy young person (5-18 yrs old) is approximately

a)One hour per week

b)30 minutes, 5 to 7 days a week

c)One hour, 5 to 7 days a week

d)30 minutes, 1 day a week

Which one of the following shows a lack of confidence in participating in physical activities

a)No local facilities

b)Lack of spare time

c)Feeling of not being good enough

d)Limited funding

Which one of the following best indicates a balanced diet

a)A balance between what is eaten and energy expended

b)A balance of different types of protein

c)A balance between what is eaten and what is drunk

d)A balance between fruit and vegetables

Which one of the following is a suitable test for strength

a)Tug of war

b)Sit and reach

c)Stork stand test

d)Grip dynamometer

Muscular endurance is one component of fitness. Which one of the following best describes muscular endurance

a)to be able to carry out repetitive tasks without tiring

b)to be able to lift a heavy weight

c)to be able to run fast over a short distance

d)to be able to touch your toes with straight legs for a long period of time

Which one of the following best describes the characteristics of a successful leader in a physical activity

a)To toss a coin at the start of a match

b)To have a loud voice that all participates can hear

c)To be physically fit

d)To encourage others to take part effectively

Which one of the following best describes performance in physical education

a)to be physically fit

b)to follow a healthy lifestyle

c)to play well

d)to be creative when officiating

Which one of the following would be a good method of exercise to improve your stamina

a)yoga

b)pilates

c)sprinting

d)aerobics

Which one of the following would you not take into account when assessing someone for readiness to exercise

a)Family history of illness

b)Age of participant

c)History of sports success

d)Fitness level of participant

JANUARY, 2011

1. Which one of the following is a suitable method for measuring your cardiovascular endurance?

(a) The sit and reach test

(b) The body mass index test

(d) The Cooper 12 minute run test [1]

2 Which one of the following is a function of proteins as part of a balanced diet?

(a) Helps to repair tissues in the body

(b) Helps to rehydrate the body

(d) Helps to break down carbohydrates [1]

3 Which one of the following is not a role of the school curriculum in promoting an active, healthy lifestyle?

(a) Teaching motor skills

(b) Developing leadership roles

(d) Selecting the best performers for national teams [1]

4 Which one of the following is an example of an outcome goal?

(a) A tennis player trying to improve his serve

(b) Trying to win a netball match against a local school

(d) Trying to outwit an opponent when passing the ball in basketball [1]

5 Which one of the following is the most appropriate method of training to improve your flexibility?

(a) Circuit training

(b) Weight training

(d) Aerobics [1]

6 Which one of the following fundamental motor skills is a main feature in playing golf?

(a) Throwing

(b) Hitting

(d) Running [1]

7 One of the key processes in physical education is physical and mental capacity.

Which one of the following best describes the physical aspect of this key process?

(a) Developing determination

(b) Developing a positive attitude

(d) Developing stamina [1]

8 Which one of the following is a good reason to do a warm up before a physical activity?

(a) To decrease the risk of injury

(b) To speed up the removal of lactic acid

(d) To slow down the resting heart rate [1]

9 Strength is a physical fitness component that can also help in following a healthy lifestyle. Which one of the following is an example of strength helping us to follow a healthy lifestyle?

(a) To be able to win sports competitions

(b) To be able to lift and carry heavy objects safely

(d) To be able to concentrate more on daily tasks [1]

10 A key concept in physical education is performance.

Which one of the following is an example of performance as a key concept?

(a) Choosing the right technique in the long jump

(b) Showing determination when playing hockey

(d) Being able to beat an opponent in football [1]

11 There are many pathways we can choose to be involved in physical activities.

Which one of the following describes community sport as a pathway for involvement in physical activity?

(a) Representing your school hockey team

(b) Playing your best to win for your school team

(d) Watching the local hockey team at a home game [1]

12 Which one of the following is not an example of a reason for participating in physical activities?

(a) To wear fashionable sports gear

(b) To follow a sedentary lifestyle

(d) To follow your parents’ involvement in physical activities [1]

13 Which one of the following shows the effects of gender on participation in a physical activity?

(a) Females have lower levels of concentration than males in physical activities

(b) Males feel more pain than females in physical activities

(d) Females are less likely to show high skill levels in physical activities [1]

14 Which one of the following is not a good indicator of health and well-being?

(a) Participating regularly in physical activities

(b) High level of income

(d) Feeling positive about life [1]

15 The environment can affect participation in physical activities.

Which one of the following is an example of a city environment having a negative effect on participation in physical activities?

(a) Good transport system

(b) Many indoor sports facilities

(d) Multi-cultural population [1]

MAY, 2011

Which one of the following is an essential component of a healthy diet?

(a) Pasta

(b) Fish

(d) Bread [1]

2 Which one of the following is a good example of the aesthetic characteristic of skilful movement?

(a) The rugby player fouls an opponent who tries to run past with the ball

(b) The movement of the gymnast looks good and is fluent in the floor exercise

(d) The footballer shouts for the ball because there is no space to shoot [1]

3 Which one of the following is a way to get involved in physical activity?

(a) Subscribe to a sports TV channel

(b) Volunteering to help coach the local football team

(d) Buying a fashionable, well-fitting track-suit [1]

4 Which one of the following is an example of peer pressure that prevents participation in physicalactivities?

(a) Watching your local rugby team rather than playing

(b) Friends telling you that physical activity is for ‘losers’

(d) Preferring to play computer games [1]

5 Which one of the following is an example of the role of an official in school physical educationlessons?

(a) Being captain of a hockey team

(b) Coaching the lower school football team

(d) Refereeing a basketball game [1]

6 Which one of the following is the best description of aqua-aerobics?

(a) Snorkelling in heavy sea conditions

(b) An exercise class in water

(d) Extra time in a water polo match [1]

7 Which one of the following is a good example of decision making when participating in physicalactivities?

(a) Choosing a local team to support even though they have a low league position

(b) Choosing to follow a GCSE course in physical education

(d) Choosing the right pass to one of your team mates [1]

8 One of the key concepts in physical education is healthy, active lifestyles.

Which one of the following shows how physical activity can lead to a healthy, active lifestyle?

(a) Playing a sport encourages you to give up smoking

(b) Being a referee gives you more power

(d) Volunteering to run a team will be financially rewarding [1]

9 Cooling down following physical activity is important.

Which one of the following is a good reason for performing a cool down?

(a) Improves speed of movement

(b) Raises the pulse rate

(d) Prevents muscle soreness [1]

10 One of the key processes in physical education is developing skills and techniques. Which one of the following is a good example of developing skills and techniques?

(a) Trying to serve consistently well in tennis

(b) Representing your school team regularly

(d) Choosing the right golf club when preparing for a shot [1]

11 Positive mental health can be an indicator of health and well-being.

Which one of the following shows positive mental health?

(a) Staying out of trouble

(b) Regular eating

(d) Regular fitness training [1]

12 Which one of the following shows the importance of muscular endurance as a component of ahealthy lifestyle?

(a) To get jobs done quickly and to have more time for sport

(b) To be able to reach for things in everyday life without hurting yourself

(d) To be determined in all mental and physical activities [1]

13 Which one of the following shows that ethnicity can affect participation in physical activity?

(a) If you are tall then you will be able to jump higher

(b) You are more likely to be involved in physical activity if your friends are involved

(d) Northern European people are better at swimming [1]

14 Which one of the following is an example of a test protocol when setting up a fitness test?

(a) To ensure that the distance is measured accurately

(b) To shower and change your clothes after the test