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Physical Education and Health 12 Prelim Exam

Total questions: 100

Worksheet time: 50mins

Name
Class
Date
1.

Travel in a boat with sails, especially as a sport or recreation.

a)

Fishing

b)

Kayaking

c)

Rafting

d)

Sailing

2.

The sport of riding on a wave on a special board.

a)

Canoeing

b)

Diving

c)

Rafting

d)

Surfing

3.

Recreation is derived from the Latin word recreare which means________.

a)

Calmness

b)

Leisure

c)

Relaxation

d)

Refreshed

4.

Being close to nature enhanced your physical, emotional and social well-being.

a)

True

b)

False

5.

The “Leave No Trace Seven Principles” is a set of universal outdoor and indoor ethics that guides one in the activity.

a)

True

b)

False

6.

Some benefits of outdoor recreation include?

a)

Physical fitness, Learning new skills

b)

Social interaction, developing leadership skills

c)

Stress Management, new challenges

d)

All of the above.

7.

Outdoor recreation helps manage...

a)

High blood pressure and stress

b)

Stress and Relaxation

c)

Cholesterol and fatigue

d)

Obesity and fatigue

8.

Which is a benefit of Outdoor Recreation

a)

Increased self-esteem

b)

Stress Relief

c)

Hugely improved fitness levels

d)

All of the above

9.

All of these are definition of outdoor recreation, EXCEPT :

a)

Any activity that is outdoors.

b)

Activity that requires adrenalin.

c)

Where there is a relationship with the natural environment.

d)

An outdoor activity that will harm your body.

10.

What does she do in her free time?l

a)

She listens to music

b)

She plays computer games

c)

She reads novels

d)

She goes shopping

11.

What does she do in her free time?l

a)

She listens to music

b)

She plays computer games

c)

She reads novels

d)

She goes shopping

12.

What do they do in their free time?

a)

They go jogging

b)

They go cycling

c)

They play basketball

d)

They go swimming

13.

Micheal goes __________ every weekend.

a)

shopping

b)

jogging

c)

swimming

d)

cycling

14.

They are _________________ at home now.

a)

going yoga

b)

having yoga

c)

playing yoga

d)

doing yoga

15.
a)

Go to the fitness center

b)

surf the internet

c)

go shopping

d)

go to a karaoke bar

e)

play basketball

16.
a)

go to a karaoke bar

b)

go to a fitness center

c)

chat online with friends

d)

go biking

e)

cook a meal

17.

What leisure activity is this?

a)

Listening to music.

b)

Chatting with friends.

c)

Going to a pub.

18.

What leisure activity is this?

a)

Walking at the park.

b)

Walking the dog.

c)

Playing games.

19.
Look at the image. What does she like doing?
a)
She likes colouring.
b)
She likes drawing.
c)
She likes reading.
d)
She likes painting.
20.

What is the leisure activity?

a)

go out with friend

b)

spend time with family

c)

play games

d)

dance

21.

In order to avoid getting water up our nose when we swim, we want to make sure that we...

a)

hold our breath.

b)

blow bubbles out of our nose.

c)

breath out of our mouth.

d)

plug our nose with our fingers.

22.

When performing the flutter kick your toes should be...

a)

bent

b)

curled

c)

pointed

d)

in any position that is comfortable

23.

When needing to take a breath, you must

a)

lift your head up

b)

keep holding your breath

c)

stop swimming

d)

turn your head to the side

24.

When entering the pool you must always

a)

sit on the side and wait for the whistle

b)

dive in

c)

jump in

d)

push your friend in

25.

If the teacher blows her whistle three times that means

a)

to get into the pool

b)

to get out of the pool

c)

stop what you're doing and listen immediately

d)

you get an extra five minutes in the pool

26.

When the teacher blows her whistle twice it means

a)

to get in the pool

b)

to get out of the pool

c)

to listen for instruction

d)

there is free time

27.

You must never dive in the shallow pool because

a)

you could hit your head

b)

you could get a neck and spinal injury

c)

you could become paralyzed

d)

all of the above

28.

It is important to never jump in the shallow pool because you may

a)

hurt yourself

b)

land on someone

c)

interrupt instruction

d)

all of the above

29.

An important pool rule is to

a)

never walk on the pool deck

b)

never run on the pool deck

c)

never ask for help

d)

always get in the water quickly so that you're not cold

30.

Even when joking around, you never should never

a)

push someone under water

b)

push someone in the pool

c)

splash someone in the face

d)

all of the above

31.

How many different swim strokes are used in major competitions?

a)

Three

b)

Four

c)

Five

32.

Which Stroke is based on a traditional style of swimming?

a)

Breaststroke

b)

Backstroke

c)

Freestyle

33.

Which is the only style in which swimmers are faceup in the water?

a)

Butterfly

b)

Backstroke

c)

Breaststroke

34.

Which stroke is regarded as the most difficult?

a)

Butterfly

b)

Freestyle

c)

Siestoke

35.

How many different leg kicks are used in the four main swim stokes?

a)

Two

b)

Three

c)

Four

36.

A useful water safety skill is ?

a)

Walking

b)

Swimming

c)

Treading Water

37.

Which body part is critical for the positioning of the rest of the body for correct swim performance?

a)

Legs

b)

Head

c)

Elbow

d)

Hips

38.

Which swim Kick is used in both the freestyle and backstroke?

a)

Whip Kick

b)

Dolphin Kick

c)

Flutter Kick

d)

Bicycle Kick

39.

Swimming is an exercise is popular as an all-around body developer and is particularly useful in therapy and as exercise for physically handicapped persons.

a)

True

b)

False

40.

Swimming in recreation and sports, the propulsion of the body through water by combined arm and leg motions and the natural flotation of the body.

a)

True

b)

False

41.

Also known as the front crawl, this is the classic swimming posture. Lie on your stomach and flutter your legs while alternating the arms in a windmill motion.

a)

Freestyle

b)

Backstroke

c)

Butterfly

d)

Breaststroke

42.

It is a great competitive and exercise stroke, and allows you to swim longer distances without exhaustion.

a)

Freestyle

b)

Backstroke

c)

Butterfly

d)

Breaststroke

43.

Lie on your back and flutter your legs while circling your arms in a windmill motion. It’s very similar to the freestyle, but you swim on your back and propel yourself backwards.

a)

Freestyle

b)

Backstroke

c)

Butterfly

d)

Breastroke

44.

Float with your stomach facing down, then move your arms in a half-circle motion in front of the body. Bend your legs, then kick back with good timing, and you’ll propel yourself up and forward.

a)

Freestyle

b)

Backstroke

c)

Butterfly

d)

Breaststroke

45.

An excellent workout and common competitive stroke–possibly because it tests a mature swimmer. It is performed by bringing your arms up above your head, then pushing them down into the water to propel yourself forward.

a)

Freestyle

b)

Backstroke

c)

Butterfly

d)

Breaststroke

46.

Competitive swimming in Europe started around 2000 BCE

a)

True

b)

False

47.

Swimming is also taught for lifesaving purposes.

a)

True 

b)

False

48.

Activities done during free time is called recreation. What is the primary reason why one engages in recreational activity?

a)

Work

b)

Fitness

c)

Enjoyment

d)

Fundamentals

49.

Recreation help us to _________ ourselves.

a)

refresh

b)

tire

50.

Recreation activities are freely chosen and extremely varied.

a)

True

b)

False

51.

Time left over after work and other necessities.

a)

free time

b)

leisure time

c)

work hours

d)

work-life balance

52.

Work-life balance means....

a)

You do not go into work when you are feeling too tired and not balanced

b)

Equal time spent between career or work demands and the needs of life-related activities

c)

When a job is very demanding, you quit to make sure you have enough free time for recreation activities

d)

Developing a selection and schedule of activities you can do when you have time

53.

All of the following are benefits of recreational activity EXCEPT:

a)

learning sometime new

b)

opportunity to socialize

c)

cultural interaction

d)

being bored

54.

Recreation benefits both your physical and mental health.

a)

True

b)

False

55.

Which of the following are examples of recreation activities?

a)

sleeping, working, eating

b)

biking, breathing, talking on the phone

c)

hiking with friends, surfing, dance class

d)

book club, studying for a test, vacation

56.

Activities done during free time is called Recreation. What is the primary reason why one engages in recreational activity?

a)

Fun

b)

Fitness

c)

Enjoyment

d)

Fundamentals

57.

Activities such as camping, hiking, orienteering , swimming, and camping are under the category of:

a)

Recreation activities

b)

Indoor recreation activities

c)

Outdoor recreation activities

d)

Active recreation activities

58.

Being close to nature enhanced your physical, emotional and social well-being.

a)

True

b)

False

59.

Some benefits of outdoor recreation include?

a)

Physical fitness, Learning new skills

b)

Social interaction, developing leadership skills

c)

Stress Management, new challenges

d)

All of the above.

60.

________________ is any activity that people choose to do for enjoyment.

a)

a. Parks

b)

b. Recreation

c)

c. Citizens

d)

d. Texas

61.

Which of these are characteristics of both physical education and physical recreation?

a)

They both improve health fitness

b)

They both develop social skills

c)

They are both voluntary

d)

They both provide a variety of activities

62.

Rock climbing, kayaking and canoeing and all types of

a)

Sports

b)

Outdoor activities

c)

Physical recreation

d)

Physical education

63.

I engage in physical activities for at least 30 minutes several days a week.

a)
b)
64.

I engage in physical activities that challenge my heart rate.

a)
b)
65.

I do not stress myself about schoolwork dealines.

a)
b)
66.

I make sure i have my personal time.

a)
b)
67.

I take care of environment by doing small deeds such as throwing my trash into the trash bin.

a)
b)
68.

I do warm up stretching and cool down exercises.

a)
b)
69.

I assess my physical fitness level and my participation in physical activities.

a)
b)
70.

I wear a seatbelt whenever i occupy the front seat of the car.

a)
b)
71.

I am conscientious with what I eat.

a)
b)
72.

I eat vegetables.

a)
b)
73.

I see to it that I read food labels and information before I eat food products.

a)
b)
74.

I have a first aid kit and I know how to used it.

a)
b)
75.

I always find time to do leisure activities.

a)
b)
76.

I manage my time well, allotting time ample time for schoolwork, leisure and rest.

a)
b)
77.

I spend quality time with family, friends, and others in social circle.

a)
b)
78.

engaging in active recreation you will help to develop discipline.

a)

True

b)

False

79.

Just rely on your team to achieve your goals.

a)

True

b)

False

80.

This is an activity that burns lots of calories, is easy on the joints, supports your weight, builds muscular strength and endurance. It also improves cardiovascular fitness, cools you off and refreshes you in summer, and is one that you can do safely into old age.  

a)

Swimming

b)

Volleyball

c)

Basketball

d)

​Lifting

81.

Before swimming, this is what usually swimmers do so that they can avoid the chance of muscle and tendon injuries.

a)

Walking

b)

Jumping

c)

Warming up

d)

Running

82.

1. The following are lifestyle diseases associated with poor lifestyle, EXCEPT:

a)

Diabetes

b)

Cancer

c)

Hypertension

d)

Obesity

83.

4. What is the term that depicts a person’s way of living?

a)

Exercise

b)

Health

c)

Lifestyle

d)

Routine

84.

6. The following are aspects of lifestyle, EXCEPT:

a)

Health

b)

Physical Activity

c)

Economic Status

d)

Social Relationship

85.

Which of the following words best describes "recreational?"

a)

Creation

b)

Relaxation

c)

Working

86.

What is one reason people take part in recreational activities?

a)

To help them relax.

b)

To earn extra money.

c)

To take additional courses.

87.

What is one reason people take part in recreational activities?

a)

To work harder.

b)

To exercise.

c)

To volunteer

88.

Are all recreational activities physical?

a)

Yes, since all of them require bodily movement.

b)

No, since all of them require equipment of some kind.

c)

No, some activities are mental as well.

89.

Since a lot of people do craft projects for recreation, activities in this field are not always what?

a)

captivating

b)

engaging

c)

physical

90.

If you work as a manager in the recreational field, what should your primary goal be?

a)

To make sure your customers are strengthening their bodies.

b)

To make sure your customers are enjoying themselves.

c)

To make sure your customers are improving a set of skills.

91.

A recreational activity can be anything that meets which requirement?

a)

involves physical exercise

b)

relaxes your body

c)

is done for enjoyment

92.

If you work at any recreational facility, you need to keep in mind that your consumers are there primarily to do what?

a)

learn something new

b)

build muscle endurance

c)

enjoy themselves

93.

The key to a job in recreational services is to make sure which of the following occurs?

a)

the people (consumers) have fun

b)

the people (consumers) pay the proper price for services

c)

the people (consumers) are not breaking the law

94.

It is by propelling the body in the water through the combined movements of legs and arms while floating.

a)

Swimming

b)

Snorkelling

c)

Water Aerobics

d)

Scuba Diving

95.

essential process that helps in energizing and strengthening the mind and body

a)

Creation

b)

Compass

c)

Recreation

96.

Time left over after work and other necessities.

a)

free time

b)

leisure time

c)

work hours

d)

work-life balance

97.

All of the following are benefits of recreational activity EXCEPT:

a)

learning sometime new

b)

opportunity to socialize

c)

cultural interaction

d)

not having anything to do in your leisure-time

98.
Best way to distract yourself
a)
watch tv/movie
b)
music
c)
video games
d)
all of them
99.

It is an activity done during free time that provides a means of relaxing the mind and the body.

a)

Eating

b)

Recreation

c)

Playing Board Games

d)

Playing Computer Games

100.

Any bodily movement produces by skeletal muscles that requires energy expenditure including activities undertaken while working, carrying out household chores, travelling, and engaging in recreational pursuits

a)

Physical Activity

b)

Sports

c)

Exercise

d)

Sedentary Lifestyle