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IGCSE PE Exam revision

Total questions: 100

Worksheet time: 56mins

Name
Class
Date
1.

Name the two main muscle groups that enable movement at the knee when running.

a)

Deltoids and pectorals

b)

Quadriceps and hamstrings

c)

Biceps and triceps

d)

Glutes and calves

2.

Name the two main muscle groups that enable movement at the knee when running.

a)

Deltoids and pectorals

b)

Quadriceps and hamstrings

c)

Biceps and triceps

d)

Glutes and calves

3.

Name the main muscle fiber type used by a sprinter.

a)

Fast twitch

b)

Type 1

c)

Slow twitch

d)

Type 2

4.

Describe the main characteristics of the main muscle fiber used by a sprinter and the main muscle fiber used by a long distance runner.

a)

Fast twitch fibers generate high levels of force, slow twitch fibers fatigue quickly

b)

Fast twitch fibers use anaerobic energy supply, slow twitch fibers require oxygen

c)

Fast twitch fibers use aerobic energy supply, slow twitch fibers have high levels of endurance

d)

Fast twitch fibers fatigue quickly, slow twitch fibers use anaerobic energy supply

5.

State two functions of the skeleton.

a)

Protection and red blood cell production

b)

Assisting with movement and shape

c)

Blood cell production and movement

d)

Support and muscle attachment

6.

Name the type of movement taking place at the knee joint of the kicking leg between diagram a and diagram b.

a)

Adduction

b)

Abduction

c)

Extension

d)

Flexion

7.

Name the type of movement taking place at the knee joint of the kicking leg between diagram a and diagram b.

a)

Adduction

b)

Abduction

c)

Extension

d)

Flexion

8.

Name a different type of movement that occurs at the elbow joint.

a)

Flexion

b)

Extension

c)

Adduction

d)

Abduction

9.

Explain the difference in stability between the elbow joint and the shoulder joint.

a)

Shoulder is more stable due to ligament arrangement, Elbow is less stable due to more planes of movement

b)

Elbow is more stable due to ligament arrangement, Shoulder is less stable due to more planes of movement

c)

Shoulder is more stable due to more planes of movement, Elbow is less stable due to ligament arrangement

d)

Elbow is more stable due to more planes of movement, Shoulder is less stable due to ligament arrangement

10.

State two bones in the arm.

a)

Femur and tibia

b)

Patella and scapula

c)

Radius and ulna

d)

Humerus and fibula

11.

Name the main muscle fiber type used by the athlete when jumping.

a)

Fast twitch

b)

Slow twitch

c)

Type 1

d)

Type 2

12.

Describe how flexion occurs at the knee joint, naming the agonist and antagonist.

a)

Triceps is the agonist and biceps is the antagonist, Triceps contracts and biceps relaxes

b)

Quadriceps is the agonist and hamstrings is the antagonist, Quadriceps contracts and hamstrings relaxes

c)

Hamstrings is the agonist and quadriceps is the antagonist, Hamstrings contracts and quadriceps relaxes

d)

Biceps is the agonist and triceps is the antagonist, Biceps contracts and triceps relaxes

13.

Fruits, breads and starchy vegetables are all examples of...

a)

fats

b)

carbohydrates

c)

proteins

14.

Aerobic respiration...

a)

requires oxygen

b)

does not require oxygen

15.

Anaerobic respiration...

a)

requires oxygen

b)

does not require oxygen

16.

Where is excess glucose stored?

a)

skeletal muscles and liver

b)

skeletal muscles and kidneys

c)

liver and cardiac muscles

17.

Excess glucose converts to...

a)

lactic acid

b)

glycogen

c)

phospholipids

d)

glycerol

18.

Which performers may use carbohydrate loading?

a)

long-distance runners

b)

rowers

c)

cyclists

d)

swimmers

e)

sprinters

19.

 Tiny blood vessels that surround the alveoli are called

a)

alveoli

b)

capillaries

c)

bronchi

d)

bronchioles

20.

Bones that surround and protect your lungs and heart.

a)

ribs

b)

diaphragm

c)

pleura

d)

larynx

21.
The trachea branches off into two:
a)
Alveoli
b)
Bronchi
c)
Bronchioles
22.
The Bronchi branch out into many different smaller tubes which take oxygen to the alveoli. What are these tiny tubes called?
a)
Trachea
b)
Larynx
c)
Pharynx
d)
Bronchioles
23.
What is the role of the respiratory system?
a)
Add CO2
b)
Remove O2 
c)
Add CO2 and remove O2
d)
Add O2 and remove CO2 
24.
At the alveoli the O2 and CO2 are swapped through gaseous exchange into and out of the....
a)
capillary 
b)
vessel
c)
vein
d)
Mr Winters wet football boot
25.
The air sacs that are covered with capillaries where gas exchange takes place
a)
bronchi
b)
lungs
c)
oxygen
d)
alveoli
26.

The drawing in of breath; inhalation.

a)

Inspiration

b)

Expiration

27.

Breathing out; exhalation of breath.

a)

Inspiration

b)

Expiration

28.
Gaseous exchange happens...
a)
in the bronchi
b)
in the lungs
c)
in the alveoli
d)
in the heart
29.

Gaseous exchange happens because of...

a)

Osmosis

b)

Respiration

c)

Diffusion

d)

Semi-permeable membranes

30.

Diffusion is...

a)

Movement of gas from an area of high concentration to high

b)

Movement of gas from an area of high concentration to low

c)

Movement of gas from an area of low concentration to high

d)

Movement of gas from an area of low concentration to low

31.

Air arriving in the alveoli has a...

a)

Higher concentration of carbon dioxide (CO2) and a lower concentration of oxygen (O2)

b)

Higher concentration of oxygen (O2) and a lower concentration of carbon dioxide (CO2)

32.
Blood arriving in the capillary from the body has a...
a)
Higher concentration of carbon dioxide (CO2) and a lower concentration of oxygen (O2)
b)
Higher concentration of oxygen (O2) and a lower concentration of carbon dioxide (CO2)
33.

What is gaseous exchange?

a)

The movement of Oxygen and Carbon Dioxide between the bronchi and pulmonary artery

b)

The movement of Oxygen and Carbon Dioxide between the alveoli and bloodstream

c)

The movement of Oxygen and Carbon Dioxide between the heart and lungs

d)

The movement of Oxygen and Carbon Dioxide between the nasal cavity and heart

34.

What is the main function of the muscular system?

a)

Regulate body temperature

b)

Enable movement

c)

Support the nervous system

d)

Digest food

35.

Why is proper nutrition important for athletes?

a)

Athletes do not need to worry about hydration as it does not affect their performance

b)

Proper nutrition is not important for athletes as they can perform well without it

c)

Nutrients in food have no impact on an athlete's recovery time

d)

Proper nutrition is important for athletes because it provides the necessary energy, nutrients, and hydration to fuel their performance, support recovery, and enhance overall health.

36.

What muscles is highlighted?

a)

Deltoid

b)

Trapezius

c)

Tricep

d)

Pectoralis

37.

The correct word equation for aerobic respiration is

a)

carbon dioxide + water (+ energy) → glucose + oxygen

b)

water + oxygen → carbon dioxide + glucose (+ energy)

c)

glucose + oxygen → carbon dioxide + water (+ energy)

d)

glucose + water → carbon dioxide + water (+ energy)

38.
A ______________________ attach bones to each other at joints.
a)
Ligament
b)
Bone
c)
Joint
d)
Cell
39.
A ______ is a strong connective tissue that attaches muscle to bone.
a)
Tendon
b)
Ligament
c)
Cartilage
40.
The type of muscle contraction where the muscle tenses but does not shorten.  
a)
Isometric
b)
Isotonic
c)
Contraction
d)
relaxation
41.
When a muscle shortens under tension, it is called_______
a)
isotonic eccentric contraction
b)
isotonic concentric contraction
c)
isometric concentric contraction
d)
isometric eccentric contraction
42.
As the athlete lowers the weights, his biceps undergo-
a)
isometric concentric contraction
b)
isotonic eccentric contraction
c)
isometric contraction
43.

What type of contraction is happening here??

a)

isostabilize

b)

isokinetic

c)

isotonic

d)

isometric

44.
During the upward phase (pressing) which muscle is undergoing concentric contraction?
a)
biceps
b)
triceps
c)
abdominals
d)
quads
45.
During the downward phase of the squat, which muscle is undergoing eccentric contraction?
a)

quadriceps

b)
hamstrings
c)
abdominals
d)
shoulders
46.
Holding barbells out in a sustained motion would be a...
a)
Isometric contraction
b)
Isoinertial contraction
c)
Eccentric contraction
d)
Concentric contraction
47.

Which one of the following is a key characteristic of Fast Twitch X muscle fibers?

a)

They are Red in color, meaning they contain a lot of mitochondria

b)

They contract rapidly with great force but fatigue fast

c)

They are recruited for long duration activities

d)

They contain high numbers of Mitochondria

48.

Define the term agonist.

a)

The muscle which relaxes and lengthens

b)

The contracting muscle which shortens

c)

The biceps

d)

The quadriceps

49.

The balanced energy equation is best described as what?

a)

The mass in kg of food eaten plus the mass of liquid drank

b)

The energy consumed is equal to the energy expended, measured in calories.

c)

The energy expended is greater than consumed, measured in calories.

d)

The energy consumed is greater than the energy expended, measured in calories.

50.

Which answer would best describe weight gain?

a)

The mass of food eaten minus the mass of liquid drank is equal to zero.

b)

The energy consumed is equal to the energy expended, measured in calories.

c)

The energy expended is greater than consumed, measured in calories.

d)

The energy consumed is greater than the energy expended, measured in calories.

51.

What would be the result of calories eaten being less than energy expended?

a)

Increase in weight gained.

b)

Weight remains the same

c)

Decrease in weight gained.

d)

Fluctuating weight.

52.

Maintaining a healthy requires......what?

a)

Requires a balance of energy in and energy out.

b)

Requires you to eat protein and fats

c)

Requires you to eat carbohydrates and protein

d)

Requires you to eat only vegetables

53.

Consuming more calories does what?

a)

Makes the body store fat.

b)

Makes the body use stored fat

c)

Makes the body reject food

d)

Makes the body reject fat

54.

Eating too little calories on a regular basis will result in.... what?

a)

A good diet

b)

A loss of weight

c)

Weight gain

d)

A balanced diet

55.

What are the 5 main nutients our bodies require?

a)

Proteins

Water

Fats

Minerals

Vitamins

b)

Carbohydrates

Proteins

Fats

Minerals

Vitamins

c)

Fats

Protein

Minerals

Carbohydrates

Water

d)

Minerals

Vitamins

Carbohydrates

Water

Fats

56.

What type of joint allows for the greatest range of motion?

a)

Pivot joint

b)

Ball and socket joint

c)

Fixed joint

d)

Hinge joint

57.

What is physical fitness?

a)

The ability to do everyday tasks without getting tired.

b)

The way your body adapts to the stress of exercise.

c)

Any physical activities that improves your ability to complete tasks.

d)

All of the above.

58.

Which nutrient is described here - 'transports nutrients to cells and assists with removing waste products from the body.'

a)

Carbohydrates

b)

Fats

c)

Proteins

d)

Water

59.

Which nutrient is described here - 'provides the body's main source of energy needed for physical activity, brain function and operation of organs.

a)

Carbohydrates

b)

Fats

c)

Protein

d)

Water

60.

Which nutrient is described here - 'main function is to help body cells grow and repair cells and muscle tissue. Accounts for about 15% of energy intake.'

a)

Carbohydrates

b)

Fats

c)

Protein

d)

Water

61.

The following foods are considered 'good sources' of which nutrient - Avocado, eggs, vegetable oil, nuts

a)

Carbohydrates

b)

Fats

c)

Protein

d)

Water

62.

A (a)   diet contains all the nutrients in the right proportions to stay healthy.

63.

Which of the following factors may impact on the energy demands of the individual? Check all that apply.

a)

Where they live

b)

Gender

c)

What foods they enjoy

d)

Age

e)

Lifestyle

64.

Which individual would likely have the highest energy demands?

a)

Active teenage male

b)

Inactive 40 year old female

c)

Active 10 year old boy

d)

Active teenage female

65.

A boxer who needs to drop a couple of kilos before weigh in is an example of what type of energy relationship?

a)

Calories eaten < Calories burned

b)

Calories eaten > Calories burned

c)

Calories eaten = Calories burned

66.

A Footballer who wants to maintain strength but not put on weight is an example of what type of energy relationship.

a)

Calories eaten < Calories burned

b)

Calories eaten > Calories burned

c)

Calories eaten = Calories burned

67.

A forward in rugby who wants to put on more muscle mass and weight is an example of what type of energy relationship?

a)

Calories eaten < Calories burned

b)

Calories eaten > Calories burned

c)

Calories eaten = Calories burned

68.

Excess glucose broken down from carbohydrates that is not used is stored as glycogen. Where in the body is the glycogen stored?

a)

Liver

b)

Muscles

c)

Blood

d)

Stomach

69.

Which of these athletes would benefit most from a 'high protein diet'?

a)

Marathon runner

b)

Tennis player

c)

Gymnast

d)

Weight lifter

70.

The following describes what type of diet commonly used by endurance athletes. "Eating excess carbohydrate foods one week before an event to increase glycogen stores in the muscles."

a)

Fat loading

b)

Glycogen loading

c)

Carbohydrate loading

d)

Carbohydrate fasting

71.

Which athlete would benefit from Carbohydrate loading? (Select 2 answers)

a)

Sprinter

b)

Weight lifter

c)

Long distance cyclist

d)

Marathon runner

72.

The following describes what type of diet commonly used by endurance athletes. "Eating excess carbohydrate foods one week before an event to increase glycogen stores in the muscles."

a)

Fat loading

b)

Glycogen loading

c)

Carbohydrate loading

d)

Carbohydrate fasting

73.

A type of lifestyle with no or irregular physical activity.

This includes sitting, reading, watching television, playing video games and computer use for much of the day with little or no vigorous physical exercise.

a)

Active lifestyle

b)

Sedentary lifestyle

c)

Balanced diet

d)

Healthy lifestyle

74.

A state of complete physical, mental and social wellbeing and not merely the absence of disease or infirmity...

a)

Health

b)

Fitness

c)

Performance

d)

Exercise

75.

Increased self esteem/ confidence...

a)

Physical effect of exercise

b)

Emotional effect of exercise

c)

Social effect of exercise

76.

Improved opportunity for friendships...

a)

Physical effect of exercise

b)

Emotional effect of exercise

c)

Social effect of exercise

77.

Belong to a team/ group...

a)

Physical effect of exercise

b)

Emotional effect of exercise

c)

Social effect of exercise

78.

Decreases stress...

a)

Physical effect of exercise

b)

Emotional effect of exercise

c)

Social effect of exercise

79.

Reduced resting blood pressure...

a)

Physical effect of exercise

b)

Emotional effect of exercise

c)

Social effect of exercise

80.

Reduced risk of Coronary Heart Disease (CHD)...

a)

Physical effect of exercise

b)

Emotional effect of exercise

c)

Social effect of exercise

81.

Reduced risk of obesity...

a)

Physical effect of exercise

b)

Emotional effect of exercise

c)

Social effect of exercise

82.

Increased fitness...

a)

Physical effect of exercise

b)

Emotional effect of exercise

c)

Social effect of exercise

83.

Improved body image...

a)

Physical effect of exercise

b)

Emotional effect of exercise

c)

Social effect of exercise

84.

Making friendships...

a)

Physical effect of exercise

b)

Emotional effect of exercise

c)

Social effect of exercise

85.

Reduced risk of osteoporosis...

a)

Physical effect of exercise

b)

Emotional effect of exercise

c)

Social effect of exercise

86.

Fitness is ....

a)

the ability to cope with the demands of the environment

b)

the ability to complete a fitness test

c)

being healthy mentally, socially and physically

d)

being free from injury or disease

87.

Feeling motivated is a.................... of exercise

a)

physical benefit

b)

mental benefit

c)

social benefit

88.

confidence to mix with people is a.................... of exercise

a)

physical benefit

b)

mental benefit

c)

social benefit

89.

being able to cope with stress is a.................... of exercise

a)

physical benefit

b)

mental benefit

c)

social benefit

90.

feeling valued within society is a.................... of exercise

a)

physical benefit

b)

mental benefit

c)

social benefit

91.

which definition matches performance

a)

a form of physical activity that improves health

b)

the ability to meet or cope with the demands of the environment

c)

how well you complete a task

d)

finishing a race or winning a game

92.

Exercise and fitness improve physical, mental and social aspects of health

a)

True

b)

False

93.

Physical, mental & social factors influence our ability to exercise

a)

True

b)

False

94.

It is possible to still be fit despite ill health

a)

True

b)

False

95.

Ill health can cause a decrease in fitness

a)

True

b)

False

96.

What is the function of cartilage?

a)

Acts as a lubricant that reduces friction in the joint; allows for smoother movement and reduces wear and tear.

b)

Surrounds and protects the joint, holding the bones together.

c)

Strong, elastic fibres that hold bones together and keeps them in place

d)

Strong but flexible material found at the end of the bones that acts as a cushion and reduces friction

e)

Produces synovial fluid which lubricates the joint.

97.

What is the function of synovial fluid?

a)

Acts as a lubricant that reduces friction in the joint; allows for smoother movement and reduces wear and tear.

b)

Surrounds and protects the joint, holding the bones together.

c)

Strong, elastic fibres that hold bones together and keeps them in place

d)

Strong but flexible material found at the end of the bones that acts as a cushion and reduces friction

e)

Produces synovial fluid which lubricates the joint.

98.

What is the function of the synovial membrane?

a)

Acts as a lubricant that reduces friction in the joint; allows for smoother movement and reduces wear and tear.

b)

Surrounds and protects the joint, holding the bones together.

c)

Strong, elastic fibres that hold bones together and keeps them in place

d)

Strong but flexible material found at the end of the bones that acts as a cushion and reduces friction

e)

Produces synovial fluid which lubricates the joint.

99.

What is the function of the ligaments?

a)

Acts as a lubricant that reduces friction in the joint; allows for smoother movement and reduces wear and tear.

b)

Surrounds and protects the joint, holding the bones together.

c)

Strong, elastic fibres that hold bones together and keeps them in place. Acts as a stabiliser.

d)

Strong but flexible material found at the end of the bones that acts as a cushion and reduces friction

e)

Produces synovial fluid which lubricates the joint.

100.

What is the function of the joint capsule?

a)

Acts as a lubricant that reduces friction in the joint; allows for smoother movement and reduces wear and tear.

b)

Surrounds and protects the joint, holding the bones together; made up of out fibrous membrane and an inner synovial membrane.

c)

Strong, elastic fibres that hold bones together and keeps them in place

d)

Strong but flexible material found at the end of the bones that acts as a cushion and reduces friction

e)

Produces synovial fluid which lubricates the joint.

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