Gymnastics for Year 5: Master Body Control, Coordination, and Strength

Question 1

Why are flexibility and core strength essential for gymnasts?

Accepted Answer

Flexibility allows for a wider range of movements, while core strength provides balance and control.

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Flexibility improves jumping height, while core strength helps with safe landings.

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Core strength is crucial for weightlifting, while flexibility prevents injuries.

Question 2

Which of these is not used in gymnastics?

Accepted Answer

Basketball

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Floor

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Balance beam

Question 3

When performing gymnastics on the balance beam, it is important to follow safety rules. Which of the following is NOT a safety rule?

Accepted Answer

Vault over the beam

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Keep the beam dry and free of obstacles

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Wear appropriate footwear with good support

Question 4

Which gymnastic skill involves rolling from a tucked position to standing up?

Accepted Answer

Forward roll

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Handstand

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Cartwheel

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Somersault

Question 5

Which of these is NOT a basic gymnastic skill?

Accepted Answer

Skipping

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Jumping

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Rolling

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Balancing

Question 6

Which aspect is NOT essential in gymnastics?

Accepted Answer

Teamwork

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Body control

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Flexibility

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Coordination

Question 7

Which gymnastics apparatus requires the most upper body strength to use?

Accepted Answer

Rings

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Floor

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Beam

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Vault

Question 8

What's the proper way to do a handstand on the floor?

Accepted Answer

Body straight, legs together, arms up, weight on hands and toes.

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Body arched, legs apart, arms bent.

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Body sideways, one leg forward, one leg back.

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Body hunched, head tucked, arms on the floor.

Question 9

In gymnastics, which action is NOT a safe practice?

Accepted Answer

Pushing others to get your turn

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Wearing appropriate clothing and shoes

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Warming up before exercising

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Using safety mats and equipment

Question 10

Which of these is NOT a basic movement skill we learn in gymnastics?

Accepted Answer

Understanding our body

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Controlling our body

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Moving around

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Keeping our balance

Question 11

Which of the following is NOT a safety rule to follow when practicing gymnastics?

Accepted Answer

Try a new skill without being shown how to do it first.

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Wear the correct clothing and shoes.

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Stretch before practicing.

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Have a helper nearby when trying new or hard skills.

Question 12

When doing gymnastics, which of these is NOT a safety rule?

Accepted Answer

Run before jumping on the beam.

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Follow the coach's instructions.

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Use a spotter for new skills.

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Wear the right clothes and shoes.

Question 13

Which of these is NOT a safety rule for gymnasts?

Accepted Answer

Try new moves on your own.

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Warm up before doing gymnastics.

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Wear clothes that allow for movement and stretching.

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Use crash mats when landing after jumps.

Question 14

To start a gymnastics session safely, what's the most important thing to do first?

Accepted Answer

Warm up properly

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Try stunts without a spotter

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Use equipment that's too hard for you

Question 15

Which skill is crucial for gymnasts to maintain balance and control during their movements?

Accepted Answer

Body control

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Strength training

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Cardio exercises

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Flexibility

Question 16

Which of these is a safety rule to follow when doing gymnastics?

Accepted Answer

Take breaks and drink plenty of water.

Accepted Answer

Always stretch before exercising.

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Wear loose and baggy clothes.

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Practice stunts without mats or padding.

Question 17

In gymnastics, which action is against safety guidelines?

Accepted Answer

Performing stunts on uneven surfaces

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Wearing proper shoes and attire

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Checking equipment before use

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Warming up before exercising

Question 18

Which of the following is NOT important for safety when practicing gymnastics?

Accepted Answer

Ignoring pain or discomfort

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Wearing appropriate clothing and shoes

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Checking equipment before using it

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Warming up before exercising

Question 19

When performing gymnastics exercises on the balance beam, what is a crucial safety measure to follow?

Accepted Answer

Ensure the beam is stable and set at an appropriate height.

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Wear loose clothing and comfortable footwear.

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Perform exercises with high speed and momentum.

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Have a soft surface nearby for landing.

Question 20

Which action should you avoid when doing gymnastics exercises for safety reasons?

Accepted Answer

Using equipment that is too difficult

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Wearing appropriate clothing and footwear

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Warming up before exercising

Question 21

Which of these is NOT a safety rule for gymnastics class?

Accepted Answer

Wear tight clothing and jewelry during class

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Warm up before exercising

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Use a spotter for new or difficult skills

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Drink water during exercise

Question 22

Which of these is NOT a safety rule in gymnastics?

Accepted Answer

Perform stunts on uneven surfaces

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Wear proper clothing and shoes

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Warm up before exercising

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Check equipment for damage

Question 23

Which of these is **not** a safe thing to do in gymnastics?

Accepted Answer

Ignore pain or discomfort while exercising

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Use a spotter when trying new skills

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Wear the right clothes and shoes

Question 24

What's a crucial safety rule to follow when doing a handstand in gymnastics?

Accepted Answer

Keep your chin tucked in

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Look backwards

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Spread your fingers wide

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Swing your arms around

Question 25

In gymnastics, what's a key safety rule?

Accepted Answer

Warm up before practicing.

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Do gymnastics without an adult watching.

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Wear loose clothes when doing gymnastics.

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Push yourself even if it hurts.

Question 26

Which action is NOT a safety rule in gymnastics?

Accepted Answer

Encouraging others to push their limits, even if they're hesitant

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Inspecting the equipment before using it

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Wearing appropriate clothing and footwear

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Performing a warm-up before exercising

Question 27

When practicing gymnastics, which of these is NOT a safety rule to follow?

Accepted Answer

Try skills that are too hard for you.

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Warm up before practicing.

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Wear proper clothing and shoes.

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Check the equipment before using it.

Question 28

Which of the following is not a component of gymnastics?

Accepted Answer

Swimming

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Floor exercises

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Balance beam exercises

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Vaulting

Question 29

Which piece of gym equipment is designed for exercises that require balance?

Accepted Answer

Beam

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Floor

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Vault

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Trapeze

Question 30

Which of these exercises is best for building core strength in gymnastics?

Accepted Answer

Planks

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Sit-ups

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Push-ups

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Jumping jacks

Question 31

What is the proper landing position after a vault?

Accepted Answer

Knees bent, feet flat on the ground

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Knees straight, feet pointed

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Sitting position

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Lying down

Question 32

What is the proper way to execute a cartwheel?

Accepted Answer

Push off with one foot and swing the other leg over

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Run and jump into a handstand

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Spin around on one hand

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Roll over sideways

Question 33

Which of these is not a piece of gymnastics equipment?

Accepted Answer

Jumping rope

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Floor

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Bars

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Rings

Question 34

What is the best body position for doing a forward roll?

Accepted Answer

Knees bent, head tucked in

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Body straight, arms stretched out

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Arched back, head up

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Lying flat on the back

Question 35

What skill involves landing on one foot after a jump?

Accepted Answer

Leap

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Handstand

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Cartwheel

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Somersault

Question 36

Which of these is NOT a benefit of regular gymnastics training?

Accepted Answer

Increased risk of injury

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Improved balance

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Increased strength

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Better flexibility

Question 37

Which of the following is NOT a gymnastics apparatus used in this unit?

Accepted Answer

Uneven Bars

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Floor

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Beam

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Vault

Question 38

The ability to land safely by rolling forward or backward is known as:

Accepted Answer

Roll

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Somersault

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Cartwheel

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Bridge

Question 39

The ability to jump and land softly, bending the knees and rolling the feet inward, is known as:

Accepted Answer

Landing technique

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Tuck jump

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Pike jump

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Straddle jump

Question 40

Which of these is a fundamental gymnastic skill that involves moving the body in a circular motion?

Accepted Answer

Cartwheel

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Roll

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Handstand

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Jump

Question 41

What is the correct landing position for a backward roll?

Accepted Answer

Hands on the floor, feet together

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Feet on the floor, hands overhead

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Arms and legs extended

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Knees tucked in

Question 42

Which skill requires the gymnast to jump onto a trampoline and perform multiple flips in the air?

Accepted Answer

Double mini-trampoline

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Trapeze

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Parallel bars

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Pommel horse

Question 43

What is the proper foot position for a handstand on the floor?

Accepted Answer

Feet together, toes pointed

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Feet shoulder-width apart

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Feet flat on the floor

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Feet turned out

Question 44

What is the name of the gymnastic maneuver where the gymnast spins around on one leg?

Accepted Answer

Pirouette

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Backflip

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Flic flac

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Cartwheel

Question 45

Which of the following is NOT a gymnastics apparatus?

Accepted Answer

Basketball hoop

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Floor

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Uneven bars

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Vault

Question 46

What is the name of the tumbling skill where you roll forward onto your back?

Accepted Answer

Forward roll

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Backward roll

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Headstand

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Cartwheel

Question 47

What is the name of the skill where you swing your legs over the bar and land on your feet?

Accepted Answer

Kip-up

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Backflip

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Somersault

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Handstand

Question 48

What is the piece of equipment used for jumping over in gymnastics called?

Accepted Answer

Vaulting table

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Balance beam

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Uneven bars

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Floor mat

Question 49

Which body part is most important for staying balanced on the balance beam?

Accepted Answer

Core

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Arms

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Legs

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Head

Question 50

How should you land after jumping on the floor in gymnastics?

Accepted Answer

Land on the balls of your feet and roll forward

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Land on your heels and jump up

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Land flat-footed and step forward

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Land on your toes and spin around

Question 51

Why is it important to stretch before and after doing gymnastics?

Accepted Answer

To improve flexibility and prevent injuries

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To build muscle strength

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To warm up the body

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To cool down the body

Question 52

Which of these is NOT a safety rule when practicing gymnastics?

Accepted Answer

Land on your head

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Wear suitable clothes and shoes

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Check the equipment before using it

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Only do stunts when a grown-up who knows about gymnastics is watching

Question 53

What is the difference between a back handspring and a back tuck?

Accepted Answer

In a back handspring, you flip backward with your legs straight, while in a back tuck, you tuck your legs in.

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In a back tuck, you flip backward with your legs straight, while in a back handspring, you tuck your legs in.

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There is no difference between a back handspring and a back tuck.

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A back handspring is done on the floor, while a back tuck is done on the vault.

Question 54

What is the name of the move where a gymnast swings on a high bar and then lets go to do a somersault?

Accepted Answer

Giant swing

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Backflip

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Cartwheel

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Handstand

Question 55

Which of these is a safety rule you should always follow when doing gymnastics?

Accepted Answer

Stay focused and aware of your surroundings.

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Use wet or damaged equipment.

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It is not necessary to wear appropriate clothing and footwear during gymnastics activities.

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It is okay to push or shove other gymnasts.

Question 56

Which of these exercises is most effective for building upper body strength in gymnastics?

Accepted Answer

Handstand holds

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Forward rolls

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Skipping

Question 57

Which of these is NOT a part of a gymnastic routine?

Accepted Answer

Being fast

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Being flexible

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Having strength

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Keeping your balance

Question 58

When doing a handstand, which part of your body should be touching the ground?

Accepted Answer

Your hands

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Your feet

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Your head

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Your back

Question 59

What is the name of the thing you jump over in gymnastics?

Accepted Answer

Vaulting horse

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Uneven bars

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Beam

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Pommel horse

Question 60

Which part of your body helps you jump high in gymnastics?

Accepted Answer

Your legs

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Your arms

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Your back

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Your tummy

Question 61

Which gymnastics event takes place on a narrow raised platform?

Accepted Answer

Beam

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Floor exercise

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Uneven bars

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Vault

Question 62

When performing a cartwheel, where should you place your hands on the ground?

Accepted Answer

Shoulder-width apart, fingers pointing forward

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Together, fingers pointing forward

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Spread apart, fingers pointing backward

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Close together, fingers pointing inward

Question 63

In gymnastics, which of the following is NOT used as an apparatus?

Accepted Answer

Trapeze

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Floor

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Bars

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Balance beam

Question 64

What is the primary aim of a 'bridge' exercise in gymnastics?

Accepted Answer

To strengthen back and core muscles

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To enhance flexibility

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To develop balance

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To increase agility