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

Question 1

What is the correct starting position for running?

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Standing upright with feet shoulder-width apart, knees slightly bent, and arms relaxed at sides

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Standing with one foot forward and the other back, with arms bent at elbows

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Crouched down with knees bent and hands on the ground

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Lying down on the ground

Question 2

Which type of jump involves jumping up vertically and landing on both feet?

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Vertical jump

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Long jump

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Triple jump

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High jump

Question 3

What is the proper technique for throwing a ball overhead?

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Hold the ball with your dominant hand, step forward, swing your arm back and then forward over your head, and release the ball

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Hold the ball with both hands, step back, and throw the ball underhand

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Hold the ball with one hand, drop your shoulder, and toss the ball gently

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Hold the ball with your dominant hand, step forward, and push the ball forward with your hand

Question 4

Which of the following is NOT considered a fundamental movement skill?

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Swimming

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Running

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Jumping

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Catching

Question 5

Which hand position generally provides the greatest power when throwing an object?

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Overhand

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Underhand

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Sidearm

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Forehand

Question 6

Which of the following is **NOT** an advantage of being physically literate?

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Increased screen time

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Improved physical fitness

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Reduced risk of chronic diseases

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Enhanced cognitive function

Question 7

Which of the following is **NOT** a benefit of developing physical literacy?

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Increased likelihood of quitting school

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Enhanced physical fitness

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Improved learning abilities

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Reduced risk of health problems

Question 8

Which of the following is NOT an advantage of being physically literate?

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Social isolation

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Improved physical fitness

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Enhanced cognitive function

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Reduced risk of chronic diseases

Question 9

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

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Skipping

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Running

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Jumping

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Catching

Question 10

Which of the following activities is a good way to practice the fundamental movement skill of running?

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Playing tag

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Watching a movie

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Reading a book

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Sitting on the couch

Question 11

Which of the following is a good warm-up exercise for jumping?

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Jumping jacks

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Sit-ups

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Push-ups

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Plank

Question 12

When performing a forward roll, what should your chin be touching?

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Your chest

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Your knees

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Your toes

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The ground

Question 13

What action can hinder your progress in developing fundamental movement skills?

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Avoiding challenging yourself

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Practising regularly

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Getting feedback from others

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Focusing on proper technique

Question 14

Which movement skill is not taught in this unit?

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Swimming

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Running

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Jumping

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Catching

Question 15

When running, how should you position your arms?

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Bent at 90 degrees, swinging front to back

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Straight at your sides, swinging side to side

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Behind your back, swinging up and down

Question 16

Which action improves coordination in throwing?

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Following through with your arm

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Releasing the ball at the right moment

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Keeping your eye on the target

Question 17

What is the key difference between sprinting and jogging?

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Speed

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Distance

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Body position

Question 18

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, toes pointing forward

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Feet wide apart, knees straight

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Feet staggered, one foot slightly in front of the other

Question 19

Which muscle group is primarily responsible for extending the knee joint?

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Quadriceps

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Hamstrings

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Calves

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Glutes

Question 20

Which of the following exercises can help improve agility?

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Agility ladder drills

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Sprint drills

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Weightlifting

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Yoga

Question 21

What is the primary purpose of throwing with an overhand grip?

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To maximize distance

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To increase accuracy

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To reduce the risk of injury

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To gain height

Question 22

Why is warming up essential before engaging in physical activity?

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To minimize the risk of injury

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To enhance flexibility

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To improve coordination

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To boost speed

Question 23

Which exercise is particularly beneficial for improving running technique?

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Skipping

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Lunging

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Squatting

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Planking

Question 24

Which of the following is NOT a key safety consideration during physical activity?

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Exercising alone in isolated locations

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Wearing suitable clothing and footwear

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Warming up before exercise

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Using appropriate equipment

Question 25

In this Physical Education unit on fundamental movement skills, which activity is NOT a focus?

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Cycling

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Running

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Jumping

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Catching

Question 26

When running, which part of the foot should touch the ground first?

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Midfoot

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Heel

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Toes

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Side of the foot

Question 27

To effectively catch a ball thrown at shoulder height, which body position should you be in?

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Facing the thrower with arms extended

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Sideways to the thrower with arms raised

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Back to the thrower with arms behind the head

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Kneeling with arms out to the sides

Question 28

What type of exercise is most effective for enhancing jumping height?

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Plyometric exercises

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Strength training

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Stretching

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Cardiovascular exercise

Question 29

What movement skill is NOT covered in this unit?

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Swimming

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Running

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Jumping

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Catching

Question 30

Which element is crucial for enhancing jumping ability?

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Power

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Speed

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Agility

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Flexibility

Question 31

Which of the following is NOT considered a fundamental movement skill for students aged 11?

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Swimming

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Throwing

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Jumping

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Running

Question 32

The fundamental movement skill that involves moving quickly from one point to another using alternating steps is:

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Running

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Jumping

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Throwing

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Catching

Question 33

Jumping vertically off the ground, lifting both feet off the surface, is called a:

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Vertical jump

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Long jump

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Triple jump

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Broad jump

Question 34

In a running jump, the step that immediately precedes the jump is the:

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Stride

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Landing

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Float

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Lift

Question 35

The fundamental movement skill that involves controlling and manipulating objects with the hands is:

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Catching and throwing

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Striking and fielding

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Dribbling and passing

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Kicking and heading

Question 36

Which of the following fundamental movement skills is essential for physical activity?

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Running

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Playing the piano

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Solving equations

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Painting

Question 37

Which activity best helps develop jumping skills?

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Hopping over obstacles

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Walking in a straight line

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Swimming in a pool

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Reading a book in a library

Question 38

What is the main purpose of catching in physical education classes?

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To control and secure an object

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To kick an object as far as possible

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To run with an object in hand

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To balance an object on one's head

Question 39

Which element is crucial for effective running technique?

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Leaning slightly forward

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Leaning backward

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Leaning to the side

Question 40

What is the key difference between overhand and underhand throwing?

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The direction of the arm swing

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The speed of the throw

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The weight of the object being thrown

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The height of the release point

Question 41

Which factor significantly influences the distance of a jump?

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Leg strength

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Foot size

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Age bracket

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Hair color

Question 42

Which exercise is beneficial for improving coordination for fundamental movement skills?

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Hopping on one foot

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Sitting perfectly still

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Counting numbers up to 100

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Reading a book silently

Question 43

Why is it important to warm up before performing fundamental movement skills?

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To prepare the body for physical activity

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To impress the teacher or coach

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To prevent feeling cold

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To make the exercises more enjoyable

Question 44

Which safety precaution should be considered when practicing fundamental movement skills?

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Wearing proper footwear

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Ignoring instructions provided by the teacher or coach

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Practicing in a new and unfamiliar environment

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Eating a large meal just before

Question 45

Which of the following is not considered a fundamental movement skill in physical education?

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Swimming

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Jumping

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Running

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Catching

Question 46

When running, the correct way to land is on the:

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Forefoot

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Toes

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Heel

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Midfoot

Question 47

Which type of jump involves taking off and landing on both feet simultaneously?

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Two-foot jump

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Single-foot jump

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Broad jump

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Triple jump

Question 48

When landing from a jump, it is important to:

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Bend the knees and absorb the impact

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Land on the toes

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Land on the heels

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Keep the legs straight