What is the primary reason an overhand throw is more powerful than an underhand throw?
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1.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
It is thrown from a higher angle.
It is thrown faster.
It uses more muscles.
It is thrown with both hands.
2.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
When preparing for an underhand throw, which part of your body should be facing the target?
Your dominant foot
Your non-dominant foot
Your dominant shoulder
Your non-dominant shoulder
3.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
During an underhand throw, when should you release the ball?
When your hand is at shoulder height
When your arm is fully extended
When your hand reaches your waist
When your hand is above your head
4.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
In an overhand throw, what should your non-throwing arm be doing?
Swinging behind you
Holding the ball
Pointing towards the target
Hanging by your side
5.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What is a good way to practice catching when playing alone?
Practicing with a friend
Throwing the ball against a wall
Tossing the ball underhand in the air
Using a pitching machine
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