Athletics Basic Skills: Enhance Coordination, Balance, and Agility

Question 1

In athletics, which event involves throwing a heavy ball as far as possible?

Accepted Answer

Shot put

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Running

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Jumping

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Long jump

Question 2

Which of these is a track event in athletics?

Accepted Answer

100-meter dash

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Long jump

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High jump

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Shot put

Question 3

Which activity is NOT usually part of a track and field event?

Accepted Answer

Playing basketball

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Running a race

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Jumping over a bar

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Throwing a ball or javelin

Question 4

Which of these is NOT a running event in athletics?

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Long jump

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100m sprint

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800m race

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Marathon

Question 5

Which sport is NOT included in athletics?

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Swimming

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Running

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Jumping

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Throwing

Question 6

In a running race, which rule is most important to follow?

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Stay in your lane

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Run as fast as you can

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Push and shove other runners

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It's okay to win at any cost

Question 7

Which sport is **not** included in athletics?

Accepted Answer

Swimming

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Running

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Jumping

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Discus

Question 8

Which of these is NOT an athletics sport?

Accepted Answer

Swimming

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Running

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Jumping

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Throwing

Question 9

Which of these is not an athletics event?

Accepted Answer

Swimming

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Running

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Jumping

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Throwing

Question 10

In athletics, which event involves throwing an object?

Accepted Answer

Throwing

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Running

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Jumping

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Swimming

Question 11

In athletics, which event involves jumping as far as possible from a starting line?

Accepted Answer

Long jump

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100m sprint

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400m hurdles

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High jump

Question 12

Which of these is NOT an athletics event that takes place on a track?

Accepted Answer

Swimming

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Running

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Jumping

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Throwing

Question 13

In athletics, which activity involves throwing an object?

Accepted Answer

Javelin throw

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Running

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Jumping

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Cycling

Question 14

Which athletics event involves running a long distance over different types of terrain, like fields and forests?

Accepted Answer

Cross-country

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Relay race

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Hurdles

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High jump

Question 15

Which track event involves athletes running the greatest distance?

Accepted Answer

Marathon

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100-meter dash

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400-meter dash

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High jump

Question 16

Which of these is NOT an event that you might see at the Olympics?

Accepted Answer

Chess

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100m sprint

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High jump

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Shot put

Question 17

Which of these is **not** a basic movement skill in athletics?

Accepted Answer

Spinning

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Running

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Jumping

Question 18

In athletics, which event is about running the fastest over a short distance?

Accepted Answer

Sprint

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Hurdles

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Marathon

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Relay

Question 19

In athletics, which of these activities involves throwing an object?

Accepted Answer

Throwing

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Running

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Jumping

Question 20

In athletics, which of these is an example of a throwing event?

Accepted Answer

Throwing a javelin

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Running a 100-meter race

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Jumping over a high bar

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Jumping as far as possible

Question 21

Which of these activities is NOT part of athletics?

Accepted Answer

Cycling

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Running

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Jumping

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Throwing

Question 22

At the start of a race, where should you be ready to begin?

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Starting line

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Finish line

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Middle of the track

Question 23

Which of these is NOT an athletics event?

Accepted Answer

Swimming

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Running

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Jumping

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Throwing

Question 24

Which of these sports is NOT usually part of a school sports day?

Accepted Answer

Swimming

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Running

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Jumping

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Throwing

Question 25

Which of these is not an athletics event?

Accepted Answer

Cycling

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Running

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Jumping

Question 26

Athletes with visual impairments may face challenges in athletics events like running, jumping, or throwing. Which of these could be a difficulty they encounter?

Accepted Answer

Judging distances and heights for jumping and throwing

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Running at the same speed as other athletes

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Getting injured more frequently than other athletes

Question 27

In athletics, which event involves throwing a heavy ball as far as possible?

Accepted Answer

Shot put

Answer

Javelin throw

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Discus throw

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Hammer throw

Question 28

Which of these is not an athletics event?

Accepted Answer

Bowling

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Running

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Jumping

Question 29

Which activity is not part of athletics?

Accepted Answer

Swimming

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Running

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Jumping

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Throwing

Question 30

In the long jump, where should you plant your foot to take off correctly?

Accepted Answer

Just before the take-off board

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Behind the line

Question 31

Which of these is **not** an athletics event?

Accepted Answer

Swimming

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Running

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Jumping

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Throwing

Question 32

What special considerations should be made for athletes with nail diseases in athletics?

Accepted Answer

Athletes with nail diseases may need special shoes or gloves to avoid pain or discomfort.

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Nail diseases can prevent athletes from participating in sports like running or jumping.

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There are no special rules for athletes with nail diseases in competitions.

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Nail diseases have no impact on an athlete's ability to participate in athletics.

Question 33

In athletics, what does sportsmanship mean?

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Being fair and respectful to everyone involved.

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Trying to win at all costs.

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Breaking the rules to get ahead.

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Only caring about your own performance.

Question 34

Which organization is NOT responsible for governing athletics?

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Football Association (FA)

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International Association of Athletics Federations (IAAF)

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European Athletic Association (EAA)

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British Athletics

Question 35

Some athletes have disabilities that make it harder for them to run, jump, or throw. What are some of these challenges?

Accepted Answer

Athletes with disabilities may have difficulty with balance, coordination, or movement.

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There are no challenges that athletes with disabilities face in athletics.

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Athletes with disabilities should not be allowed to compete in sports.

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We can't help athletes with disabilities overcome their challenges.

Question 36

Why do runners use starting blocks in a race?

Accepted Answer

To start at the same time.

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To run faster.

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To keep from falling.

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To run farther.

Question 37

In athletics, what are the different types of combined events and what skills do they involve?

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Decathlon and heptathlon, requiring running, jumping, throwing, and endurance skills.

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Long jump, triple jump, and shot put, focusing on jumping and throwing skills.

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Relay races, emphasizing teamwork and speed.

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High jump, pole vault, and javelin, showcasing jumping and throwing abilities.

Question 38

In athletics competitions like the Olympics and Commonwealth Games, which of these is true about the rules?

Accepted Answer

The rules for jumping events like high jump and long jump remain the same across competitions.

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The height of starting blocks for sprint races is always the same.

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The distances for running races are the same in all competitions.

Question 39

How can athletes cope with mental challenges like feeling nervous or facing setbacks in sports?

Accepted Answer

Build mental strength and resilience, using strategies like positive self-talk and deep breathing

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Ignore the pressure and focus only on the physical side of the sport

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Give up when faced with difficulties

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Blame others for their mistakes

Question 40

Which of these is NOT a basic skill of athletics?

Accepted Answer

Swimming

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Running

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Jumping

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Throwing

Question 41

Which type of jump involves jumping forwards with your feet together?

Accepted Answer

Broad jump

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Long jump

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Triple jump

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High jump

Question 42

What is the best way to throw a ball for distance?

Accepted Answer

Holding the ball in one hand and throwing it overhand

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Holding the ball in both hands and throwing it underhand

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Holding the ball behind your head and throwing it backwards

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Holding the ball at your feet and kicking it

Question 43

True or False: It is important to warm up before participating in athletics.

Accepted Answer

True

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False

Question 44

What is the role of a relay team in athletics?

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To pass a baton from one runner to another

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To run the entire distance of a race

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To jump over hurdles

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To throw a javelin

Question 45

Which of these is NOT a type of track event?

Accepted Answer

High jump

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Sprint

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Middle distance

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Long distance

Question 46

How does eating nutritious foods benefit athletes?

Accepted Answer

Provides energy and aids in recovery

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Enhances running speed

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Increases jumping height

Question 47

When you face a tough time in athletics, what's the best thing to do?

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Stay positive and keep trying.

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Give up.

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Blame others.

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Cheat.

Question 48

Which of the following is a type of throw in athletics?

Accepted Answer

Javelin

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Tennis serve

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Volleyball spike

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Baseball pitch

Question 49

What is the best way to stay balanced when running?

Accepted Answer

Look straight ahead

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Look down at your feet

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Look over your shoulder

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It doesn't matter

Question 50

Which of the following is NOT a safety rule in athletics?

Accepted Answer

Push yourself too hard

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Wear appropriate clothing and footwear

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Stay hydrated

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Listen to your teacher or coach

Question 51

When doing athletics, which of these is NOT a good way to prevent injuries?

Accepted Answer

Ignore pain

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Warm up before exercising

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Cool down after exercising

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Stretch regularly

Question 52

To improve their agility and quick reactions, what should athletes do?

Accepted Answer

Practice drills and exercises

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Attend team meetings

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Read books about athletics

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Watch videos of other athletes

Question 53

Why is it important to play fair and follow the rules in athletics?

Accepted Answer

To make sure everyone enjoys the game and has a good time.

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To show off how much better you are than others.

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Because the teacher told us to.

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To avoid getting into trouble.

Question 54

Which training method helps athletes run longer distances without getting tired quickly?

Accepted Answer

Interval training

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Plyometrics

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Circuit training

Question 55

How can we use our minds to become better at athletics?

Accepted Answer

By picturing ourselves doing well

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By getting angry with our opponents

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By giving up when things get tough

Question 56

When starting a relay race, where should you stand?

Accepted Answer

With feet apart and slightly forward

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Crouched with hands on the ground

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Lying down on the track

Question 57

When running quickly, which part of your foot should you land on?

Accepted Answer

Midfoot

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Toes

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Heel

Question 58

What do you throw in the javelin throw event?

Accepted Answer

Javelin

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Discus

Answer

Shot put

Question 59

What is the stick used in a relay race called?

Accepted Answer

Baton

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Wand

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Stick

Question 60

When throwing a javelin, which hand should you use?

Accepted Answer

Your strong hand

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Your weak hand

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Either hand

Question 61

What is the difference between long jump and triple jump?

Accepted Answer

Long jump is one leap, triple jump is three.

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Triple jump is one leap, long jump is three.

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They are the same.

Question 62

When jumping over a high bar, what is the technique called?

Accepted Answer

Fosbury Flop

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Scissors jump

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Straddle jump

Question 63

Which activity improves our balance and coordination, which are important for sports like running and jumping?

Accepted Answer

Skipping

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Painting

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Reading

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Playing video games

Question 64

Which of these is **not** a benefit of taking part in athletics?

Accepted Answer

Increased screen time

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Improved physical fitness

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Increased self-confidence

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Reduced risk of chronic diseases