WorksheetsGCSE PE
Total questions: 15
Worksheet time: 12mins
Which one of these performers relies most heavily on their cardiovascular endurance?
200m runner
10 000m runner
Discus thrower
Long jumper
Which one of these describes flexibility?
Changing direction at speed with control
Combination of strength and speed
Range of movement possible at a joint
Supplying oxygen to the working muscles
Which one of these types of feedback should coaches avoid using with a beginner?
Extrinsic
Knowledge of results
Negative
Positive
Which one of these is the ‘S’ in SMART targets of goal setting?
Simple
Sound
Special
Specific
To train anaerobically, an athlete would need to work ...
between 40-60% of their maximum heart rate.
more than 80% of their maximum heart rate.
less than 80% of their maximum heart rate.
between 60-80% of their maximum heart rate.
Which one of the following statements best describes the term ‘progression’ when training?
Training is increased gradually as the
body adjusts to the increased demands
Training that is suited to a particular
sport or activity
Training benefits are lost when
training stops
Training to make the body work harder
than normal in order to improve it
One benefit of a cool down is that it:
Reduces the chance of injury during activity
Reduces the risk of muscle stiffness after exercise
Increases blood flow around the body
Increases the production of lactic acid
Which one of the following is the best example of a closed skill?
A volley in tennis
Passing to a teammate in hockey
Putting in golf
An attacking header in football
What is the definition of an open skill?
Skills that have few sub-routines and require low level of attention
Skiils that are affected by an unpredicatble and changeable enviornment
Skills that are not affected by the environment
Skills that are made up of lots of sub routines and require great concentration
Which one of the following is benefit for goal setting in sport?
Makes you beat your personal best every time
Increases motivation
Means you don't need to train as often
Decreases the effort you need
Which of these is a measurable goal?
To score more goals in football
To run the 100m in a quicker time by 10th February
To make more interceptions in football
To reduce my 100m time from 12 seconds to 11 seconds
Which of these sports performers would be least likely to use mental rehearsal?
Prop in a scrum in rugby
Gymnast performing the vault
Penalty kicker in football
Swimmer diving into the pool
(a) is the ability to change direction quickly and accurately
Which one of these would be the most complex skill?
Baton change in relay
Running 400m
Golf swing
Vaulting in gymnastics
Jeremiah is a gymnast. Discuss the importance of agility and flexibility to his performance. (5 marks)
