Throwing: Master the Art of Accuracy and Distance

Question 1

Which of these is **not** a safety rule for throwing?

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Close one eye to focus

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Keep your feet apart

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Throw towards an open space

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Hold the object firmly

Question 2

Which of the following is NOT a safety rule for throwing?

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Throw over other people or obstacles.

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Make sure there is plenty of space around you.

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Hold the ball securely with your fingertips.

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Keep your eyes on the target.

Question 3

Which of the following describes the correct grip for an underarm throw?

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Cradle grip

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Four-finger grip

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Three-finger grip

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Overhand grip

Question 4

True or False: It is important to follow through with your throwing motion.

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True

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False

Question 5

What is the best way to practice throwing for distance?

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Gradually increase the distance you throw.

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Throw as hard as you can every time.

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Focus only on accuracy.

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Use a weighted ball.

Question 6

True or False: It is okay to throw a ball that is too heavy for you.

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False

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True

Question 7

Which of these is NOT a benefit of playing throwing games?

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Reduced risk of injury

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Improved coordination

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Increased fitness

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Reduced stress

Question 8

When throwing, which of these is important to do for safety?

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Check the area around you before throwing.

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Run as fast as you can before throwing.

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Use any object you find as a throwing implement.

Question 9

How can you measure the distance of your throw?

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Using a measuring tape

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Using a ruler

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Estimating the distance

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Using a stopwatch

Question 10

What is the correct grip for an overarm throw?

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With your fingers spread wide and your thumb behind the ball

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With your fingers curled around the ball and your thumb on top

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With your fingers on one side of the ball and your thumb on the other side

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With your fingers and thumb around the ball, as if you were holding a cup

Question 11

Which of these does NOT affect how far an overarm throw travels?

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The height of the thrower

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The speed of the throw

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The angle of the throw

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The weight of the ball

Question 12

Which of these is the correct starting position for an overarm throw?

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Feet shoulder-width apart, right foot forward

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Feet together, arms at your sides

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Feet in a V-shape, knees bent

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Feet shoulder-width apart, left foot forward

Question 13

What is the main action when releasing the ball during an underarm throw?

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Flicking the wrist forward

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Pushing the ball with your fingers

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Swinging the arm backward and releasing the ball

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Pushing the ball with your palm

Question 14

What is the purpose of following through in a throw?

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To generate more power

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To increase the accuracy of the throw

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To maintain balance after releasing the ball

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To impress the audience

Question 15

What is the proper grip for an overarm throw?

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Fingers wrapped around the ball, thumb on top

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Fingers spread apart, thumb on top of the ball

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Fingers together, thumb inside the ball

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Palm flat against the ball

Question 16

What is the main difference between overarm and underarm throwing?

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Overarm throws involve releasing the ball above the shoulder, while underarm throws involve releasing it below the shoulder

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Overarm throws are faster than underarm throws

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Underarm throws are more accurate than overarm throws

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Overarm throws are used in baseball, while underarm throws are used in cricket

Question 17

Which of these is NOT a safety precaution to consider when throwing?

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(C) Eating a heavy meal before throwing

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(A) Ensuring ample space around you

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(B) Wearing proper clothing and footwear

Question 18

How can you best improve your throwing accuracy?

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(A) Practicing regularly

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(B) Throwing the ball as forcefully as possible

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(C) Using a heavier ball

Question 19

Which muscle group is mainly responsible for throwing movements?

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(A) Shoulders

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(B) Legs

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(C) Arms

Question 20

What is the name given to the imaginary line you aim the ball along when throwing?

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(A) Trajectory

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(B) Target

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(C) Arc

Question 21

Which factors can influence the distance a ball travels when thrown?

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(C) All of the above

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(A) Wind speed

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(B) Weight of the ball

Question 22

Which of these is NOT a factor affecting how far you can throw?

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Your favorite color

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How strong your arm is

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How heavy the ball is

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What the weather's like

Question 23

What's the best way to get better at throwing accurately?

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Practice often

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Use a heavier ball

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Throw from very close

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Don't worry about distractions

Question 24

Which part of your body should you twist when throwing overarm?

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Shoulders

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Hips

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Knees

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Elbows

Question 25

Which of these skills is NOT developed by throwing?

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Reading comprehension

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Coordination

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Balance

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Speed

Question 26

Which type of throw involves bringing the arm over the head and releasing the object in front of the body?

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Throwing the object over the arm

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Throwing the object under the arm

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Throwing the object sideways

Question 27

What is the best way to stand when preparing to throw the object over the arm?

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Stand with one foot slightly in front of the other

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Stand with feet together

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Stand with feet side by side

Question 28

Which body parts help us to throw the object far?

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Shoulders and arms

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Legs and tummy

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Back and legs

Question 29

In this unit, which of these throwing techniques will you learn?

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Both of the above

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Throwing over your shoulder

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Throwing from below your shoulder

Question 30

Which of these does NOT affect how far you can throw?

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How tall you are

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How strong you are

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The angle you throw at

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How heavy the object is

Question 31

What is the main difference between throwing over your shoulder and throwing from below your shoulder?

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The angle of your arm

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The position of your body

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The way you hold the object

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How far you can throw

Question 32

In sports like baseball or cricket, which type of throw is most common?

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Overarm throw

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Underarm throw

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Sidearm throw

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Push pass

Question 33

Which skill is essential for good throwing in physical education?

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Coordination

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Balance

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Speed

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Agility

Question 34

When making an overarm throw, how should you move your arm?

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From behind your head to over your head

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From your waist to shoulder height

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From your shoulder to your chest

Question 35

Which part of your body should be kept close to your body when making an underarm throw?

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Your elbow

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Your shoulder

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Your head

Question 36

What does throwing the object with greater force help improve?

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Distance of the throw

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Accuracy of the throw

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Balance of the thrower

Question 37

When gripping the object for an overarm throw, which part of your hand should you use?

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Your fingers and palm

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Just your fingertips

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Just your thumb and first two fingers

Question 38

What should you aim to hit when throwing an object?

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Bullseye (target)

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The person you're throwing to

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The ground

Question 39

Which of these is something you should do before throwing an object?

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Throw in a clear space

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Put on your shoes

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Sing a song

Question 40

What's a good distance for a 7-year-old to throw an object overarm?

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About 4 to 6 steps

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As far as they can

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About 20 steps

Question 41

How can you get better at throwing objects accurately?

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By practicing a lot

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By using a heavier object

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By standing closer to the target

Question 42

Which of these is NOT a safety rule for throwing?

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Stand close to the person you are throwing to

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Don't throw anything at people

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Only throw objects designed to be thrown

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Be aware of your surroundings

Question 43

When throwing underarm, which part of your hand should you use to grip the object?

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Fingers

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Wrist

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Palm

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Elbow

Question 44

Which of these is a good target to throw at?

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A tree

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A person

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A window

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A ball

Question 45

How should you throw a beanbag underarm?

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Hold it in your palm and release it at your waist

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Hold it in your fingers and swing your arm back

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Grip it with your whole hand and throw it over your shoulder

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Roll it along the ground

Question 46

In the starting position for an overarm throw, where should your feet be placed?

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Shoulder-width apart, knees slightly bent

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Together, behind the body

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Crossed, ball held to the chest

Question 47

Which part of your hand should touch the ball when throwing underarm?

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Palm

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Fingers

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Wrist

Question 48

What should you keep in mind for safety when throwing a ball?

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Be aware of your surroundings

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Throw the ball towards other people

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Stand close to others when throwing

Question 49

What is the main difference between overarm and underarm throws?

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The direction your arm moves

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The type of ball you use

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How far the ball travels

Question 50

Which part of the body do you use as a pivot when throwing overarm?

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Leading shoulder

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Wrist

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Hip

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Elbow

Question 51

What is the difference between an underarm throw and an overarm throw?

Accepted Answer

The angle of the arm

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The power required

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The distance achieved

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The type of ball used

Question 52

Which of the following is NOT a factor that affects the distance of a throw?

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Wind direction

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Arm strength

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Body position

Question 53

When throwing overarm, which foot should be in front?

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Opposite arm

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Same arm

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Neither foot

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Either foot

Question 54

What is the purpose of the follow-through in throwing?

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To increase accuracy and distance

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To show good sportsmanship

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To maintain balance

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To prepare for the next throw

Question 55

Which of the following is a common error in throwing?

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Rushing the throw

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Standing too close to the target

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All of the above

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Using the wrong arm

Question 56

What should you do if you are not confident in your throwing ability?

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Practice regularly

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Give up

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Use a different technique

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Ask for help from a friend

Question 57

What is the term for the curved path that a thrown object follows?

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Projectile

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Trajectory

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Parabola

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Arc

Question 58

Which of the following is a safety consideration when throwing?

Accepted Answer

Ensure there is a clear area behind you

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Face the target with your back to the person behind you

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Throw over a fence

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Use a heavy ball