Human Movement Quiz

During a physical education class, Abigail is curious about the field of Kinesiology. She asks her classmates what this field is primarily concerned with.

• Study of human nutrition

• Study of human psychology

• Study of human movement from the physical sciences

• Study of human emotions

Aiden is interested in understanding how to enhance athletic performance and overall health. What does Human Movement Science focus on?

• Improving the workings of the human body for sport, fitness, and well-being

• Studying human genetics

• Analyzing human behavior

• Examining human history

What does Anatomy study?

• Sports injuries

• Human movement patterns

• Structures of the human body

• Functions of the human body

What is the focus of Biomechanics?

• The history of human movement

• How muscles, bones, tendons, and ligaments work together

• The psychological aspects of sports

• Nutritional needs for athletes

What is the primary focus of Anatomy?

• The study of body functions

• The examination of body structures

• The impact of nutrition on health

• The analysis of human behavior

Which of the following is NOT a common sports injury?

• Sprains

• Strains

• Knee injuries

• Headaches

During a gym class, Mason experienced a painful injury while attempting to lift weights. Which injury is characterized by overstretching or tearing of muscles?

• Fractures

• Strains

• Sprains

• Back injuries

What type of injury involves damage to ligaments?

• Back pain

• Strains

• Sprains

• Fractures

Which injury is commonly associated with the knee?

• Knee injuries

• Strains

• Back injuries

• Fractures

During a gym session, Benjamin is considering how to stay safe while working out. What is a common precaution to take during exercise?

• Ignoring pain

• Warming up properly

• Exercising without hydration

• Pushing through fatigue