Master Fundamental Movement Skills: Running, Jumping, Throwing, Catching

Question 1

When preparing to start a sprint, what is the proper position for your body?

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Feet shoulder-width apart, knees slightly bent

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Body leaning forward, arms extended

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Back straight, toes pointed

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Hands on the ground, feet extended

Question 2

When landing from a jump, which technique helps to absorb impact most effectively?

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Bent knees and arms tucked

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Stiff legs and arms extended

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Flat feet and braced ankles

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Rolling onto your side

Question 3

What term describes the path that a thrown ball follows?

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Trajectory

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Distance

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Height

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Speed

Question 4

What is the term for the moment in a jump when your feet push off the ground?

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Take-off

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Apex

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Landing

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Approach

Question 5

Explain the purpose of a warm-up before engaging in physical activities.

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To prepare your muscles for activity, reduce the risk of strains and injuries, and enhance performance.

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To increase your heart rate and body temperature to an optimal level for exercise.

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To improve flexibility and range of motion, making your body more limber.

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To practice the skills you will be using during your workout, which is not the primary purpose of a warm-up.

Question 6

Which of the following is **not** a fundamental movement skill covered in this unit?

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Balancing

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Running

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Jumping

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Catching

Question 7

Which fundamental movement skill involves propelling yourself into the air and landing on both feet?

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Jumping

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Running

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Throwing

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Catching

Question 8

What is the correct running technique when sprinting?

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Leaning forward slightly, knees bent, and pushing off with your toes

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Standing upright, arms swinging by your sides

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Leaning backward, strides wide apart

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Looking down at your feet

Question 9

Which of the following is NOT a fundamental movement skill introduced in this unit?

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Blocking

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Running

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Jumping

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Catching

Question 10

Coordination refers to the ability to:

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Use different body parts together smoothly

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Balance on one foot

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Sprint quickly

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Hurl accurately

Question 11

Which of the following activities is most effective for developing jumping abilities?

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Skipping rope

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Front crawl swimming

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Cycling on a stationary bike

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Waltzing

Question 12

When throwing an object, the correct sequence of arm movements is:

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Backswing, downswing, follow-through

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Downswing, backswing, follow-through

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Follow-through, backswing, downswing

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Backswing, follow-through, downswing

Question 13

Agility involves the ability to change direction and speed:

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Rapidly

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Precisely

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Elegantly

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Powerfully

Question 14

Which of the following is NOT a safety consideration when performing jumping activities?

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Landing on your heels

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Checking the landing area

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Asking for help from a spotter when needed

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Warming up properly

Question 15

The ability to stay balanced on one foot is called:

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Equilibrium

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Stability

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Coordination

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Agility

Question 16

Which component of fitness is improved by running activities?

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Cardiovascular endurance

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Muscular strength

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Flexibility

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Balance

Question 17

Which of the following exercises is NOT effective for developing coordination?

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Running in a straight line

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Skipping

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Juggling

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Balancing on one leg

Question 18

Which of these is NOT a basic movement skill?

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Swimming

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Running

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Jumping

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Throwing

Question 19

When throwing an object, which hand should be the 'power hand'?

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Dominant hand

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Non-dominant hand

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Either hand

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Depends on the object

Question 20

In which of these sports is running an essential skill?

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Football

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Swimming

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Chess

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Darts

Question 21

Which of these skills is NOT a fundamental movement skill taught in this unit?

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Swimming

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Running

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Jumping

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Throwing

Question 22

Which activity can help you develop agility?

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Obstacle course

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Yoga

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Long-distance running

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Strength training

Question 23

Which of these does NOT affect your balance?

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Wind speed

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Body position

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Your inner ear

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Strength of your core muscles

Question 24

The best way to get better at fundamental movement skills is:

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Practicing different exercises repeatedly

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Watching videos of skilled athletes

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Reading books about exercise

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Taking theory exams

Question 25

Identify the non-fundamental movement skill studied in this unit.

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Cycling

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Running

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Jumping

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Catching

Question 26

Which activity best improves coordination and balance?

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Skipping

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Playing catch

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Sprinting

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Doing push-ups

Question 27

Describe the correct landing technique for jumping.

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Land on toes with bent knees.

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Land on heels with straight knees.

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Land flat-footed with locked ankles.

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Land on shins with extended knees.

Question 28

Which example demonstrates an overhand throw?

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Throwing a baseball

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Pushing a shot put

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Bowling a ball

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Kicking a football

Question 29

What is the recommended way to warm up before physical activity?

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Walk or jog for a few minutes

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Start with intense exercise

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Do static stretches

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Skip the warm-up

Question 30

Besides running, jumping, and throwing, which of the following is NOT a fundamental movement skill?

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Writing

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Catching

Question 31

What type of jump involves using only one leg to push off and land?

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Single-leg hop

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Long jump

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High jump

Question 32

When performing an overhand throw, what should your body position be?

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Feet shoulder-width apart, ball behind the head, arm extended back

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Feet together, ball in front of the chest, arm bent at the elbow

Question 33

Which skill requires you to anticipate the object's path and move accordingly?

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Catching

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Running

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Jumping

Question 34

Which exercise can help improve your coordination and balance for running?

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Skipping

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Burpees

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Push-ups

Question 35

What ability allows you to control and direct your body's movements?

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Coordination

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Balance

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Agility

Question 36

When running, the ideal arm position involves:

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Arms bent at the elbows, swinging forward and back

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Arms straight and held at the sides

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Arms crossed over the chest

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Arms raised above the head

Question 37

Which type of jump involves taking off from one foot and landing on the same foot?

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Single-leg jump

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Standing jump

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Running jump

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Double-leg jump

Question 38

How can coordination be improved through physical activity?

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By performing exercises that require multiple movements at once

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By focusing only on balance exercises

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By simply practicing a specific skill repeatedly

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By playing video games that require hand-eye coordination

Question 39

What is the primary benefit of developing balance in physical education?

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Improved posture, stability, and injury prevention

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Increased flexibility and range of motion

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Enhanced speed and agility

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Improved cardiovascular health

Question 40

How can physical education teachers cater to students with different abilities in a unit on fundamental movement skills?

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By offering modifications and progressions

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By providing individualized instruction only

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By grouping students based on skill level only

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By setting clear expectations for all students without modifications

Question 41

Which of the following is NOT a fundamental movement skill taught in this unit on Physical Education?

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Cycling

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Running

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Jumping

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Throwing

Question 42

Which of the following is a warm-up exercise that helps prepare the body for running?

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Jumping jacks

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Static stretching

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Sit-ups

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Push-ups

Question 43

What is the proper landing technique for a jump?

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Landing flat-footed, with knees bent

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Landing on toes

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Landing on heels

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Landing on the side

Question 44

Which of the following activities is primarily focused on developing agility?

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Playing dodgeball

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Running a marathon

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Performing yoga

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Lifting weights

Question 45

What is the role of coordination in physical education?

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Allows for smooth and efficient movements

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Improves reaction time

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Increases muscle mass

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Enhances cardiovascular fitness

Question 46

Which of the following is NOT a fundamental movement skill?

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Swimming

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Running

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Jumping

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Kicking

Question 47

Which activity helps develop jumping skills?

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Hopping on one foot

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Running sprints

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Throwing a ball

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Kicking a soccer ball

Question 48

What is the correct starting position for a standing long jump?

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Feet shoulder-width apart, knees slightly bent

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Feet together, arms extended

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Feet shoulder-width apart, knees fully extended

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Feet staggered, one foot forward