Physical Education Quiz

How is dribbling a soccer ball different from dribbling a basketball?

• In soccer, you use your feet to dribble; in basketball, you use your hands

• In soccer, dribbling is done by the offense; in basketball, dribbling is done by the defense

• In soccer, you can only dribble forward; in basketball, you can only dribble backwards

• In soccer, you dribble with your hands; in basketball, you dribble with your feet

What activity helps improve flexibility?

• Jumping

• Running

• Stretching

• Skipping

When planning a well-balanced meal, what food group should you try to avoid?

• Fruits

• Vegetables

• Grains

• Fats/Sweets

An example of a safety procedure is:

• Racing & pushing to get to the front of the line

• Jumping over someone sitting on the ground

• Standing a safe distance away from someone who is swinging a bat during an activity

• Throwing a ball at someone who isn’t looking

Why is a helmet important when riding a bike?

• To stay balanced

• To make sure you can properly see

• To prevent brain injuries and because it's the law

• To allow cars to see you better at night

What is one reason to drink water during physical activity?

• To keep yourself hydrated

• So it looks like you're sweating hard

• To look like a professional athlete

• To prevent yourself from getting sunburn

Which muscle group is most strengthened by riding a bike?

• Arms

• Back

• Legs

• Shoulders

What is a benefit of physical activity?

• Shiny hair

• White teeth

• Weak bones

• Strong muscles

In P.E. class, you are divided into teams for a basketball shooting drill. The winning team gets a prize. One classmate on our team is having a hard time shooting the ball. How can you best support your classmate?

• Cheer your classmate on

• Ignore the classmate's difficulty

• Take the classmates turn for them

• Ask to be on a different team

Why is it important to stretch before running?

• So the muscles get stronger

• So the muscles get bigger

• So the muscles are warmed up

• So the muscles have a chance to cool down