Gymnastics Fundamentals: Master the Basics of Gymnastics for Year 1

Question 1

In the past, gymnastics was quite different from how it is now. Which of these was a major change that happened over time?

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Gymnasts used to perform on sand instead of mats.

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Gymnasts used to wear heavy weights while performing.

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Gymnastics competitions were only for men in the past.

Question 2

What are some ways gymnastics can help you get fitter?

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Burn calories and improve heart health

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Build strong muscles and improve flexibility

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Improve coordination and balance

Question 3

Before we do gymnastics, we warm up to keep our bodies safe. Why is it important to warm up?

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To get our bodies ready and stay safe from hurts.

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So we don't feel cold.

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To show everyone how bendy we are.

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So we can skip the hard parts.

Question 4

How do gymnastics exercises like stretching and contortion help our bodies become more flexible?

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They loosen up our muscles and joints, allowing for a wider range of motion.

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They strengthen our bones, which makes us more flexible.

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They reduce fat, making our bodies lighter and more flexible.

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They increase our speed and agility, but have no impact on flexibility.

Question 5

Sometimes exercises can be tricky. How can we change them so that everyone can have a go?

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Break it down into smaller, easier steps.

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Make it really hard so only the strongest people can do it.

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Don't change it at all.

Question 6

In gymnastics, how can we make sure everyone feels like they're part of the team?

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We take turns and cheer each other on.

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Only the best gymnasts show off their skills.

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We only listen to the coach and don't talk to each other.

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We don't help others and just focus on ourselves.

Question 7

Lilly, a talented gymnast, fell off the balance beam during practice. Instead of giving up, she kept trying and improved her balance. What can we learn from Lilly's story?

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We should never give up and keep trying.

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It's okay to give up when things get tough.

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Gymnastics is too difficult.

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We should give up when we make a mistake.

Question 8

Where did gymnastics first begin?

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In ancient Egypt and Greece, where acrobats performed amazing tumbling and balancing acts.

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In ancient Rome, where soldiers trained for battle by building strength and agility.

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In playgrounds, where children played games that helped them move and jump better.

Question 9

What are some ways gymnastics can help you move better?

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Gymnastics helps you balance and jump better

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Gymnastics helps you get stronger and more flexible

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Gymnastics doesn't help you move better

Question 10

Why is it important to warm up before a gymnastics session? Explain how different types of warm-up exercises prepare your body for gymnastics activities.

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Warming up helps prevent injuries by increasing blood flow to the muscles and preparing them for the upcoming physical activity.

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Warming up involves stretching and light exercises to increase the body's temperature and heart rate gradually.

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Warming up is not necessary for gymnastics because the exercises are designed to be safe and easy for beginners.

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Warming up is only important for advanced gymnasts who perform difficult skills.

Question 11

In gymnastics, why is it important to have a spotter?

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To keep the gymnast safe

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To help the gymnast perform better

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To make the exercises easier

Question 12

When doing a handstand, what three things should you remember to do?

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Keep your legs straight, point your toes, and look at your hands.

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Bend your legs, tuck your head in, and look at the ground.

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Keep your arms bent and your head up, looking forward.

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Close your eyes and spread your fingers wide.

Question 13

How can we make gymnastics exercises more inclusive for students with different abilities?

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Adapt exercises to make them easier or more challenging depending on the needs of each student.

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Use equipment that is too challenging for students with disabilities.

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Allow students with disabilities to participate in different activities from the rest of the class.

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Do not allow students with disabilities to participate in gymnastics activities.

Question 14

When gymnasts do exercises on the balance beam, what's an important safety rule they should follow?

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Have a spotter

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Wear a helmet

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Hold the beam tightly

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Practice on a soft surface

Question 15

In gymnastics, what do we call someone who is skilled at performing exercises on bars?

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Gymnast

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Jumper

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Flipper

Question 16

Which gymnastics skill involves finding your balance on a narrow surface?

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Balancing

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Rolling

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Jumping

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Stretching

Question 17

When we jump in gymnastics, where should we aim to land?

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On our feet

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On our hands

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On our backs

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On our knees

Question 18

Which activity is NOT a benefit of doing gymnastics?

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Growing taller

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Becoming more flexible

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Improving our coordination

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Making new friends

Question 19

What is the special soft mat gymnasts jump and land on called?

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Mat

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Floor

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Carpet

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Grass

Question 20

Is it safe to push or bump other children while doing gymnastics?

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No

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Yes

Question 21

Which activity helps us make our muscles longer and more flexible?

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Stretching

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Jumping

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Balancing

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Rolling

Question 22

What should we do if we lose our balance and fall off the beam?

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Get back on the beam safely

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Start crying

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Try to grab onto something

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Run away from the beam

Question 23

Which of these is a fun thing to do in gymnastics?

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Doing cartwheels

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Playing tag

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Studying math

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Reading a book

Question 24

Which of these is NOT a basic gymnastics exercise?

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Running

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Rolling

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Jumping

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Balancing

Question 25

Which exercise requires you to stand still on a narrow surface without falling?

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Balancing

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Rolling

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Jumping

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Hanging

Question 26

What jump in gymnastics involves pushing off the ground with both feet and landing back on both feet at the same time?

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Bunny hop

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Star jump

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Tuck jump

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Side jump

Question 27

Which of the following helps gymnasts bend their bodies easily?

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Stretching

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Jumping

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Rolling

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Balancing

Question 28

Which part of the body controls balance and helps us stand upright?

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Brain

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Heart

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Lungs

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Stomach

Question 29

What is the large, soft mat used by gymnasts to land on called?

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Landing mat

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Balance beam

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Vaulting table

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Springboard

Question 30

Which piece of gymnastics equipment is high up and has a narrow wooden beam?

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Balance beam

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Uneven bars

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Vaulting table

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Trampoline

Question 31

Which of these is NOT a basic gymnastics exercise?

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Running

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Rolling

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Balancing

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Jumping

Question 32

How can you improve your flexibility?

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Doing stretches

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Jumping

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Running

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Balancing

Question 33

Who is there to help gymnasts during their performance?

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Spotter

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Coach

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Judge

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Referee

Question 34

How do we roll over gently and safely?

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Slowly and gently, with our arms tucked in

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Quickly and forcefully

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With our head tucked in

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As fast as we can

Question 35

What exercise helps us balance on one leg?

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Balancing

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Skipping

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Jumping

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Rolling

Question 36

Which of these is a great way to build strength?

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Lifting weights

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Running

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Swimming

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Playing on the playground

Question 37

What is the name of the exercise where we turn our body upside down?

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Handstand

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Cartwheel

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Backflip

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Somersault

Question 38

Which of these is NOT a basic gymnastics exercise for 5-year-olds?

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Running

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Rolling

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Balancing

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Jumping

Question 39

What does 'flexibility' mean when we talk about 5-year-old gymnasts?

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Ability to move arms and legs through their full range of motion

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Strength of muscles

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Balance of the body

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Coordination of movements

Question 40

What is the purpose of a 'balance beam' in gymnastics?

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To balance on

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To jump over

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To swing from

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To roll under

Question 41

Which of these is NOT a benefit of participating in gymnastics for 5-year-olds?

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Winning lots of medals

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Improved physical fitness

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Increased confidence

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Reduced risk of injury

Question 42

What is the correct way to land after a jump in gymnastics for a 5-year-old?

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With your knees bent

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On your toes

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On your heels

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With your legs straight

Question 43

What should you do if you feel pain while doing gymnastics?

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Stop and tell your teacher or an adult

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Ignore it and keep practicing

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Push through the pain

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Take a break and rest

Question 44

Which of these is a basic gymnastic skill?

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Rolling

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Running

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Swimming

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Cycling

Question 45

Which of these is NOT a type of gymnastic balance exercise?

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Jump rope

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Handstand

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Cartwheel

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Log roll

Question 46

What is the correct way to land after a jump in gymnastics?

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Knees bent, feet apart

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Knees straight, feet together

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Knees together, feet apart

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Knees bent, feet together

Question 47

What is the name of the gymnastics equipment used for swinging and jumping?

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Trampoline

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Balance beam

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Parallel bars

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Uneven bars

Question 48

What is the first thing you should do when learning a new gymnastics skill?

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Ask a coach for help.

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Practice on your own.

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Watch a video demonstration.

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Read a book about it.

Question 49

Which of these is not a type of gymnastics?

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Playing netball

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Floor exercises

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Trampolining

Question 50

Which of these activities is NOT part of gymnastics fundamentals?

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Swimming

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Rolling

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Jumping

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Balancing

Question 51

Which part of the body helps us keep our balance during gymnastics exercises?

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Core

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Legs

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Arms

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Head

Question 52

What type of jump involves hopping on one foot and landing on the same foot?

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Single-leg jump

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Tuck jump

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Straddle jump

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Double-leg jump

Question 53

Which of these is a basic rolling technique in gymnastics?

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Log roll

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Cartwheel

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Handstand

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Somersault

Question 54

Which of the following is NOT a benefit of doing gymnastics?

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Making us worse at balancing

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Making our hearts healthier

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Building stronger muscles

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Helping us lose weight

Question 55

Which of these helps us move our body in different directions and keep our balance?

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Coordination

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Strength

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Flexibility

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Agility

Question 56

Which of these is NOT a piece of gymnastics equipment?

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Basket

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Mat

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Beam

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Trampoline

Question 57

Before we tumble, what is the first skill we should learn?

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Forward roll

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Backward roll

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Cartwheel

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Handstand

Question 58

Which of these helps us stay upright and prevents us from falling?

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Balance

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Strength

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Coordination

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Flexibility

Question 59

To warm up for gymnastics, what should we do first?

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Stretching

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Running

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Jumping jacks

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Sit-ups

Question 60

If we get hurt while doing gymnastics, what's the right thing to do?

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Tell your teacher or a grown-up

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Keep doing the exercise

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Cry

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Ignore it

Question 61

Why should you warm up before doing gymnastics?

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To make your body ready for exercise and keep it from getting hurt

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To become more flexible

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To make your muscles less sore after exercise

Question 62

Which part of your body helps you keep your balance while doing gymnastics?

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Your tummy and back muscles

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Your arms

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Your legs

Question 63

Which of these is NOT a rule to keep you safe when doing gymnastics?

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Push other children while balancing or jumping

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Wear shoes and clothes that fit well

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Listen to your teacher

Question 64

What are the benefits of doing gymnastics?

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Strength, flexibility, and coordination

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Reading, writing, and math skills

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Social skills and teamwork

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Singing and dancing skills