Understanding Reflex Actions in Football

What instinctive action do football players take to protect themselves during a fall?

• They curl into a ball.

• They use their arms to shield themselves.

• They kick their legs out.

• They close their eyes tightly.

Which part of the body is primarily responsible for detecting balance and initiating a reflex during a fall?

• The hands

• The feet

• The inner ear

• The eyes

What is the role of sensory neurons in a reflex action?

• They control voluntary movements.

• They send impulses to the brain for decision-making.

• They activate muscles directly.

• They transfer information to the spinal cord.

How does repeated practice affect a footballer's reflex actions?

• It causes confusion.

• It helps them develop conditioned reflexes.

• It has no effect.

• It makes them slower.

What is a conditioned reflex in the context of football?

• A reflex that is unpredictable.

• A reflex that requires conscious thought.

• A learned automatic response from practice.

• A reflex that occurs only once.