AQA A-Level PE Introductory Quiz

Which of the following is NOT considered a component of fitness?

• Muscular strength

• Flexibility

• Reaction time

• Creativity

Which training method is most suitable for improving cardiovascular endurance?

• Interval training

• Weight training

• Plyometric training

• Static stretching

Which macronutrient is the primary source of energy during prolonged, moderate-intensity exercise?

• Protein

• Carbohydrate

• Fat

• Fibre

Which of the following is an example of extrinsic motivation in sports?

• Enjoyment of the activity

• Personal satisfaction

• Winning a trophy

• Setting a personal best

What is the main purpose of a warm-up before physical activity?

• To increase the risk of injury

• To decrease heart rate

• To prepare the body for exercise and reduce injury risk

• To make you tired

Which of the following best describes Newton’s Third Law of Motion as applied to sport?

• For every action, there is an equal and opposite reaction

• Force equals mass times acceleration

• Objects at rest stay at rest

• Energy cannot be created or destroyed

Which of the following is considered unethical in sport?

• Fair play

• Doping

• Respecting officials

• Teamwork

What is the main function of the heart in the cardiovascular system?

• To digest food

• To pump blood around the body

• To filter waste

• To control movement

Which structure is responsible for gas exchange in the lungs?

• Trachea

• Bronchi

• Alveoli

• Diaphragm

Which of the following is a benefit of regular aerobic exercise on the respiratory system?

• Decreased lung capacity

• Increased efficiency of gas exchange

• Weaker diaphragm

• Reduced oxygen uptake