Apparatus Gymnastics: Master the Basics of Gymnastics for Year 6

Question 1

What is the name of the skill where a gymnast swings from the bar and releases to land on their feet?

Accepted Answer

Kip

Answer

Handstand

Answer

Cartwheel

Answer

Salto

Question 2

Which part of the body is most important for providing a stable base during a gymnastics routine?

Accepted Answer

Core

Answer

Arms

Answer

Legs

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Head

Question 3

What is the name of the position where a gymnast holds their body straight with their arms and legs extended?

Accepted Answer

Handstand

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Tuck

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Pike

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Straddle

Question 4

What should be the starting position for a swing on the high bar?

Accepted Answer

Hanging from the bar, legs straight

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Standing upright, arms stretched out

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Sitting on the bar, knees bent

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Lying on the bar, facing down

Question 5

Which of these is NOT a type of roll on the balance beam?

Accepted Answer

Cartwheel

Answer

Forward roll

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Backward roll

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Split roll

Question 6

Which apparatus in gymnastics is used for performing acrobatic flips and jumps?

Accepted Answer

Trampoline

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Vault

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Uneven bars

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Balance beam

Question 7

What is the proper way to land after performing a vault in gymnastics?

Accepted Answer

Feet together, knees bent

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Feet apart, knees straight

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Roll to one side

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Jump forward

Question 8

What is the name of the gymnastics skill where a gymnast swings forward and then backward on the uneven bars?

Accepted Answer

Giant

Answer

Kip

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Cast

Answer

Uprise

Question 9

Which of the following is a key element of maintaining good posture in gymnastics?

Accepted Answer

Keeping the head up and shoulders back

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Locking the knees and ankles

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Exaggerating arm movements

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Slouching

Question 10

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

Accepted Answer

On the balls of the feet, with knees slightly bent

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On the toes, then roll forward

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With the feet flat on the ground

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On one leg

Question 11

In gymnastics, which apparatus involves leaping over a table and landing softly on a mat?

Accepted Answer

Vault

Answer

Bars

Answer

Beam

Answer

Pommel horse

Question 12

Which of the following is NOT a recommended safety precaution when using the beam in gymnastics?

Accepted Answer

Run on the beam

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Wear appropriate clothing and footwear

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Check the equipment before use

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Follow the instructor's instructions

Question 13

Which of the following skills is commonly performed on the vault in gymnastics?

Accepted Answer

Roundoff

Answer

Handstand

Answer

Cartwheel

Answer

Back flip

Question 14

Which gymnastics apparatus typically requires the greatest flexibility to use effectively?

Accepted Answer

Beam

Answer

Vault

Answer

Bars

Answer

Pommel horse

Question 15

Which apparatus in gymnastics is suspended and not supported by the ground?

Accepted Answer

Bars

Answer

Vault

Answer

Beam

Answer

Floor

Question 16

Which of the following is NOT recognized as a vaulting technique?

Accepted Answer

Cartwheel jump

Answer

Handspring vault

Answer

Roundoff vault

Answer

Double backflip vault

Question 17

What is the purpose of a 'kip' in gymnastics?

Accepted Answer

To gain momentum on the bars

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To rotate on the beam

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To support body weight on the pommel horse

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To launch into a vault

Question 18

What is the main difference between a 'cartwheel' and a 'roundoff' in gymnastics?

Accepted Answer

A roundoff involves a complete rotation, unlike a cartwheel.

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A cartwheel requires a handstand, while a roundoff does not.

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A cartwheel is performed on the ground, whereas a roundoff is performed on the beam.

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There is no distinction between a cartwheel and a roundoff.

Question 19

In gymnastics, which piece of equipment is NOT used?

Accepted Answer

Pool

Answer

Vault

Answer

Bars

Answer

Beam

Question 20

Which type of somersault involves flipping forward and tucking the knees in mid-air?

Accepted Answer

Front tuck

Answer

Back handspring

Answer

Cartwheel

Answer

Round-off

Question 21

What is the correct starting position for a handstand on the beam?

Accepted Answer

Hands shoulder-width apart, fingers facing forward

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Hands close together, fingers facing inward

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Hands wide apart, fingers facing outward

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Hands on the floor, feet elevated

Question 22

What is the first action in performing a forward roll?

Accepted Answer

Place your hands on the floor

Answer

Tuck your legs into your chest

Answer

Push off with your feet

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Roll over onto your back

Question 23

In a forward roll on the floor, which body part should touch the ground first?

Accepted Answer

Hands

Answer

Shoulders

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Back

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Head

Question 24

Which gymnastics apparatus is used for swinging and releasing into flips and somersaults?

Accepted Answer

Uneven bars

Answer

Vault

Answer

Balance beam

Answer

Pommel horse

Question 25

Which of the following is NOT a safety precaution when using gymnastics apparatus?

Accepted Answer

Perform skills on uneven surfaces

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Check the equipment before use

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Use a spotter when attempting new skills

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Wear appropriate clothing and shoes

Question 26

What is the main purpose of using a pommel horse in gymnastics?

Accepted Answer

To develop upper body strength and coordination

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To practice handstands and cartwheels

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To improve jumping and landing skills

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To enhance flexibility and balance

Question 27

What is the most important element for successful gymnastics performance?

Accepted Answer

Technique

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Strength

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Flexibility

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Confidence

Question 28

Which piece of equipment is best for building upper body strength?

Accepted Answer

Bars

Answer

Vault

Answer

Beam

Answer

Pommel horse

Question 29

Why is it crucial to spot your teammate on the bars?

Accepted Answer

To prevent dangerous falls

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To enhance their technique

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To showcase your own skills

Question 30

Which of the following is a skill performed on the vault?

Accepted Answer

Handspring vault

Answer

Somersault

Answer

Cartwheel

Answer

Backflip

Question 31

What is the name of the apparatus where gymnasts swing and perform tricks?

Accepted Answer

Uneven bars

Answer

Vault

Answer

Pommel horse

Answer

Balance beam

Question 32

Which of the following is a safety measure that should be taken when using the pommel horse?

Accepted Answer

Use chalk on your hands

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Wear loose clothing

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Avoid stretching before using the apparatus

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Practice without a spotter

Question 33

What is the purpose of a spotter in gymnastics?

Accepted Answer

To assist and protect gymnasts during exercises

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To warm up gymnasts before practice

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To provide feedback on performance

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To judge the difficulty of skills

Question 34

Which of the following is a benefit of participating in apparatus gymnastics?

Accepted Answer

Improved coordination and balance

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Decreased endurance

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Increased risk of injury

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Reduced flexibility

Question 35

What is the main skill required for a successful vault in gymnastics?

Accepted Answer

Power and propulsion

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Flexibility

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Coordination

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Balance

Question 36

Why do gymnasts use chalk?

Accepted Answer

To improve grip and reduce sweat

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To make the apparatus more slippery

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To prevent injuries

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To enhance flexibility