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Table Tennis Quiz PHE 3,4,7 & 8

Total questions: 21

Worksheet time: 7mins

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Class
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1.

If there is a two-point margin, what is the winning score in a standard table tennis set?

a)

15 points

b)

11 points

c)

21 points

d)

9 points

2.

In table tennis doubles, how must the serve be executed?

a)

Straight across the table

b)

From the server's left side to the opponent's left side

c)

From the server's right side to the opponent's right side

d)

From the server's left side to the opponent's right side

3.

What is a weakness of the shakehand grip?

a)

It makes it difficult to block fast shots

b)

It is harder to make strong forehand drives

c)

It forces players to stand too far from the table

d)

It is harder to create heavy spin, especially on serves

4.

What is a key characteristic of the traditional penhold grip in table tennis?

a)

It is only used for backhand strokes

b)

It involves a flexible wrist

c)

It is not suitable for serves

d)

It is only used for defensive play

5.

How do deceptive shots help a player in table tennis?

a)

By increasing the speed of the ball

b)

By making the ball spin sideways

c)

By confusing the opponent about the ball's direction

d)

By creating topspin

6.

What is required for a legal basic serve in table tennis?

a)

The ball must be tossed at least 16 cm vertically.

b)

The ball must be tossed at least 10 cm vertically.

c)

The ball must be tossed at least 20 cm vertically.

d)

The ball must be tossed at least 5 cm vertically.

7.

What is the benefit of good footwork in table tennis?

a)

It allows you to reach the ball quickly and maintain balance

b)

It helps you confuse your opponent.

c)

It automatically improves the spin and speed of your shots

d)

It makes your strokes more powerful than your opponent’s

8.

What is a good way to communicate effectively when playing doubles in table tennis?

a)

Stay quiet and rely on eye contact to decide who takes the ball

b)

Switch positions randomly to keep opponents confused

c)

Agree before the match on how to rotate after each shot

d)

Always let the stronger player take most of the shots

9.

Which stroke is being used in the video?

a)

Backhand Drive

b)

Backhand Loop

c)

Backhand Flick Shot

d)

Backhand push

10.

Which stroke is depicted in the video?

a)

Forehand Push

b)

Deceptive shot

c)

Forehand Drive

d)

Paddle Smash

11.

What is the correct paddle movement when performing this stroke?

a)

Move the paddle straight forward with no tilt

b)

Move the paddle forward and slightly upward while keeping its angle closed.

c)

Swing the paddle overhead like serving a volleyball

d)

Move the paddle forward and slightly downward while keeping its angle open.

12.

Which type of serve is depicted here?

a)

Backspin serve

b)

Sidespin serve

c)

Penhold serve

d)

Shakehand serve

13.

What is the player doing particularly well in this clip?

a)

He communicates with his opponent, which allows them to extend the rally.

b)

He is hitting the ball with maximum power.

c)

His forehand drive is almost perfect.

d)

He is maintaining an optimal distance from the table.

14.

What is the correct body position when performing this stroke

a)

Stand sideways with your strong side leg slightly behind

b)

Stand sideways with both feet placed close together

c)

Stand square to the table with your knees bent and your weight on both legs

d)

Stand leaning backward with your weak side leg behind.

15.

Which of the three MYP PHE teachers is good at table tennis?

a)

Mr. Utsinger

b)

Mr. Dann

c)

Mr. Pitt

d)

None of them

16.

What do fine motor skills refer to?

a)

Using small muscles in the hands and fingers for precise tasks.

b)

Controlling large arm muscles to throw or catch a ball accurately.

c)

Coordinating leg muscles to run and jump efficiently during sports.

d)

Using core muscles to maintain balance and stability while standing.

17.

What do gross motor skills refer to?

a)

Coordinating small muscles in the fingers and hands for precise tasks.

b)

Using facial muscles to express emotions and communicate effectively.

c)

Controlling large muscles in the arms, legs, and torso for movement.

d)

Controlling eye muscles to focus and track objects precisely.

18.

What is synovial fluid?

a)

A type of blood plasma that transports oxygen to muscles and organs.

b)

A digestive enzyme that helps break down proteins in the stomach.

c)
  1. A fluid in the lungs that helps with gas exchange during breathing.

d)

A lubricating liquid found in joints that reduces friction between bones.

19.

What is proprioception?

a)

The ability to detect changes in temperature and pressure on the skin.

b)

The sense of body position and movement without relying on vision.

c)

The process of the brain interpreting sounds and language.

d)

The capacity of muscles to generate maximum force during exercise.

20.

What is the hamstring?

a)

A group of muscles at the back of the thigh that bend the knee.

b)

The muscles at the front of the thigh that straighten the leg.

c)

The calf muscles that help lift the heel off the ground.

d)

The muscles around the shoulder that rotate the arm.

21.

What are the glutes?

a)

The muscles at the front of the thigh that straighten the leg.

b)

The calf muscles that lift the heel during walking and running.

c)

The muscles of the lower back that support spinal movement.

d)

The muscles of the buttocks that help with hip movement and stability.