PE Unit 2
Rudy is taking a back-saver sit-and-reach test. He has placed both feet on the box, with straight legs. What is the next step?
Bend one knee and place that foot on the ground.
How do sports help people become comfortable with other cultures?
Sports cause people from minority cultures to change their behavior.
The Bobcats won the state championships. Many team members took performance-enhancing drugs. Others faked injuries to get referees to call fouls. Are the Bobcats truly winners?
The Bobcats are not truly winners because they cheated.
Mike played in a soccer match. A few opponents pushed and shoved him, even when he did not have the ball. He went home that night upset and depressed. Which of these could be an effect on Mike because of bullying during the game?
He might lose interest in playing soccer.
Which of the following best describes the pace a person should move at while completing the one-mile walk test?
The one-mile walk test requires individuals to walk as fast as possible to determine aerobic fitness.
Which statement correctly defines multiculturalism?
In multiculturalism, people embrace and value people from other cultures.
Why does measuring flexibility require more than one test?
Joints have more than one range of motion, so multiple tests are needed to cover everything.
How do physical activities such as walking or swimming affect joints?
They increase joint range of motion and flexibility.
Which of these statements defines a physical activity guideline for older Americans?
Older citizens should increase their levels of activity over time.
Sarah has been engaging in moderate physical activity five days per week for the past 10 years. George has never exercised a day in his life. What is the best prediction about medical costs for Sarah and George?
Sarah will likely have lower medical costs than George because she is at a decreased risk for disease.
What is the difference between a sprain and a strain?
A sprain is an injury to the ligaments. A strain is an injury to muscles or tendons.
Which injuries are common in contact sports?
joint injuries head injuries facial injuries
What strategy do boxers use to win a match?
knowing when and where to punch an opponent
Which muscles work hardest during a soccer game?
leg muscles
What is a general warm-up?
a short period of low-intensity activity to get the body ready for exercise
What is the best location to conduct a one-mile run test?
a standard running track
What is the PAR-Q?
a test that determines one's fitness to participate in an athletic activity. The Physical Activity Readiness Questionnaire is designed to determine a person's fitness prior to participating in a physical activity.
What is a preparticipation health screening?
a visit to a doctor to determine if one is fit enough to engage in athletic activities
Beyond run time, what information is required to estimate VO2 max using a 1-mile run?
age, sex, and BMI
What is the success standard for the shoulder test?
being able to touch fingertips
Which term refers to the force exerted on the walls of blood vessels by circulating blood?
blood pressure
How do basketball players score?
by shooting a ball through a hoop
What type of football injury can lead to lasting problems with memory and concentration?
concussion
Kyle logs onto his social media account. He sees someone post a comment that says, "Kyle wore the ugliest sweater to school today. Why would anyone hangout with him?" What type of bullying is this?
cyberbullying
Which exercise plan meets the recommended cardiorespiratory exercise guidelines for a teenager?
dancing for 60 minutes each day
Which of these is the term for the number of heartbeats occurring in a given period of time?
heart rate
What information is required to find VO2 max using the one-mile walk test?
heartbeats per minute after finishing
Pablo scores "Needs Improvement" after completing the one-mile walk. What should he do?
increase his physical activity levels
Which activities will directly improve aerobic capacity?Select all that apply.
jogging stretching regularly getting 8-10 hours of sleep each night
How can the neurological activity of students benefit from physical activity?
-It increases their ability in certain subjects. -It improves their ability to keep focused on their work. -It helps prevent them from feeling fatigue when studying.
How does resistance training improve health?
-It lowers blood pressure. -It lowers body fat.
How do sports relate to multiculturalism?
-Sports provide common ground for people from different cultures to connect. -Sports allow teammates to judge each other by skill and effort instead of background.
Which statements describe interactions between teammates from different backgrounds?
-Teammates get more comfortable with people from different backgrounds -Players learn to see each other as individuals.
How would a person design an exercise program based upon the physical activity guidelines?
-They would make sure to gradually increase physical activity. -They would consult the standards for their age group.
Which statements provide a recommended use of sunscreen?
-Use a sunscreen with an SPF value of 30 or higher. -Use sunscreen during all seasons of the year. -Reapply sunscreen at least every two hours.
Mike has begun exercising frequently. He has been going to the gym five times per week and has been doing a lot of cardio exercises. Which benefits will Mike likely experience?
-a decrease in blood pressure (Regular exercise lowers blood pressure and will make his heart more powerful so that it moves more blood with each beat.) -greater cardiac stroke volume (Regular exercise lowers blood pressure and will make his heart more powerful so that it moves more blood with each beat.)
Kayla has been inactive for most of her life. She has been having a tough time breathing when walking up the stairs. Her doctor has recommended that she begin moderate physical activity five days per week. Which benefits will this have?
-decreased blood pressure -decrease bad cholesterol levels
Cyclist Lance Armstrong used performance-enhancing drugs to win. What words best describes his actions?
-gamesmanship -cheating
Which answers are physical traits that are important when playing golf?
-having excellent hand-eye coordination -strength to hit the ball long distances
When is a doctor's clearance necessary prior to engaging in an exercise program?
-if an individual has an orthopedic injury -if an individual suspects they have a chronic disease -if an individual has a diagnosed chronic disease
How does regular physical activity impact forms of cardiovascular disease?
-increases HDL cholesterol -reduces blood pressure -reduces LDL cholesterol
How does exercise impact type 2 diabetes?
-increases insulin sensitivity -reduces blood sugar levels
Why is fair play important in sports?
-it helps build character off the field of play -
Which options show an offensive strategy?
-passing the ball or puck side to side -sending the ball or puck long
According to the guidelines, what should adults do about exercise?
-perform a moderate-intensity physical activity -exercise at least 150 minutes per week
Tara hears someone call her "ugly and really fat" in the hall. At her locker, she is pushed against the lockers. The one who pushes her is the same one who called her names. What types of bullying are affecting Tara?
-physical bullying -verbal bullying
What are physical demands of combat sports?
-speed -flexibility
Which option(s) provide(s) a method for monitoring exercise intensity without equipment?
-talk test -ratings of perceived exertion (RPE)
Which of these reasons explain the importance of a warm-up prior to exercise?
-to prevent muscle injury -to gradually increase the heart rate and blood circulation
What does BMI estimate?
BMI estimates how much body fat a person has on their body.
What information is needed to calculate a body mass index score?
BMI is calculated using height and weight.
Which of these would be a safe practice for an athlete running in the mountains for the first time?
Iron is needed for the production of hemoglobin, the protein that carries oxygen to the cells. Taking an iron supplement will increase the amount of oxygen available to the body.
Jody does long distance running and also strength trains twice a week. What effects will this have on her body?
Jody will have strong bones and show muscle hypertrophy.
Anna's 9th grade physical education class is performing the push-up test. She asks her teacher, "Why do I need to do this? This isn't important to my schooling." Which option best describes why push-up tests are important for students?
Living an inactive lifestyle can cause diseases like heart disease or hypertension. Not meeting the performance goal could mean a student is at risk for developing these types of diseases.
How does physical activity affect bone health?
Physical activity increases bone density and makes bones stronger.
Which statement describes how physical activity affects muscular strength and muscular endurance?
Physical activity increases muscular strength and muscular endurance.
Astronauts in space do not feel the effects of gravity. Therefore, they do not engage in weight-bearing activities such as walking. Also, their muscles and bones do not receive stress from simple everyday activities due to the lack of gravity. Which of the following would be true of an astronaut who just returned from a long mission?
They would have reduced bone density and a loss of muscle mass.
What is osteoporosis?
a disease involving weak bones that break or fracture easily
What is delayed onset muscle soreness (DOMS)?
muscle pain and stiffness in the hours or days after exercise (pain that occurs within 24-72 hours of training.)
What type of injuries is most common in hockey and soccer?
muscle strains
What is sportsmanship?
playing the game fairly and with honor
What is gamesmanship?
playing to win at all costs even if it means bending the rules
In which event do male gymnasts swing their body over a rectangular block with two handles?
pommel horse
What would be a useful step in completing a general warm-up?
riding a stationary bike for 10 minutes
What is the main objective of volleyball?
scoring more points than the other team and winning two of three or three of five games
Which of the following describes proper etiquette at the end of an athletic contest?
shaking the hands of all players and coaches at the end of the game
How much exercise and strength training should a teenager do?
sixty minutes of exercise every day, with resistance training three times a week
What physical abilities are most important for baseball players?
speed aerobic endurance fast reaction time
What type of injury involves ligaments that connect two bones?
sprain
What physical attributes are most important for combat sports like MMA, boxing, and wrestling?
strength strength
Which of these steps would swimmers complete during their specific warm-up exercises?
swinging their arms around in circles over their heads
Mark tosses a small plastic ball in the air. He strikes the ball with a paddle. It bounces once on a hard table and flies over a net. The ball bounces on the other side of the net, and Mark's opponent hits it. Play continues. Each time the ball is missed or goes out of bounds, a player gets a point. Mark wins when the score is 11 to 8. What sport is Mark playing?
table tennis
What is the definition of cardiac output?
the amount of blood pumped by the heart each minute
Which description best fits stroke volume?
the amount of blood pumped in one beat
What is atherosclerosis?
the narrowing and hardening of the arteries
What is a specific warm-up?
the time after a general warm-up when the athlete targets specific muscles to get ready for a particular sport or exercise
What is the main goal in football?
throwing or carrying a ball into the end zone or kicking it through the goalposts
Why might players pass the puck or ball in hockey or soccer?
to get past defenders
What is the main objective of MMA?
to kick, grab, or punch opponents until they are unable to fight
What is a boxer's main objective?
to punch until their opponent cannot keep fighting
What is the main objective of the game of golf?
to put the ball into the cup using as few strokes as possible
What is the objective of badminton?
to reach 21 points using a shuttlecock and racket before the opponent
In order to win a game, what is the main objective of a team that plays hockey or soccer?
to score more goals than the opponent
What is the main objective of tennis?
to win more games, sets, and matches than the opponent
What is the important first step when beginning a push-up test?
warming up
When is the curl-up test completed?
when a second form break occurs when the participant cannot complete any more curl-ups when the participant completes 75 curl-ups
What are the two main defensive strategies in basketball?
zone defense and man-to-man defense