WorksheetsLesson 1: Physical Fitness and Its Components (Let’s Study!)
Total questions: 35
Worksheet time: 18mins
Flexibility refers to a static stretching regimen that improves joint range of motion and stretches muscles and tendons. Which statement best describes flexibility in this context?
Improving joint range of motion through a static stretching regimen that stretches muscles and tendons
Increasing of the muscle size through high‑intensity resistance training
Improving heart rate through aerobic endurance activities
Maintaining balance through core stabilization only
Static stretching is described as a basic type of flexibility in which the range of motion is achieved through slow movement stretching. How is range of motion primarily achieved in static stretching?
Through slow movement stretching
Through fast bouncing motions
By lifting heavy weights
By sprinting to warm up
According to the material, which type of stretching is most recommended when performing a common physical activity?
Static stretching
Dynamic stretching
Ballistic stretching
Plyometric exercises
Dynamic stretching is described as achieving range of motion by moving a limb to its limits in a suspended manner. Which option matches this description?
Moving a limb to its limits in a suspended manner
Holding a position without movement for a prolonged time
Using external weights to force a stretch
Performing quick, uncontrolled bouncing at the end of a stretch
What is the recommendation about dynamic stretching for common physical activities, according to the material?
It is not recommended due to risk of injury
It is required before every class activity
It is the safest method for beginners
It replaces all cool‑down routines
Body composition refers to the extent of fat against the extent of lean muscle mass, organs and bones. Which option best states what body composition measures?
The proportion of fat compared with lean muscle mass, organs, and bones
The maximum weight a person can lift in one repetition
The amount of water lost during exercise
The number of calories burned during a workout
According to the diagram, your total body weight is the sum of which components?
Bone, body fat, muscle, and other internal organs
Only muscle and fat
Water and carbohydrates only
Skin and hair only
A commonly used method to assess body composition is the body mass index (BMI), calculated by dividing weight in kilograms by height in meters squared. Which expression represents this formula? W is weight in kilograms and H is height in meters.
BMI=H2W
BMI=W×H
BMI=W2H
BMI=W+H
Using the metric BMI formula, what is the approximate BMI for a person who weighs 90 kilograms and is 1.8 meters tall?
27.8
18.5
22.2
31.0
Based on the BMI categories shown (Underweight < 18.5; Normal weight 18.5 to 24.9; Overweight 25 to 29.9; Obese > 30), how should a BMI of 27.8 be classified?
Overweight
Normal weight
Underweight
Obese
Using the pounds‑and‑inches BMI formula BMI=((height in inches)2weight in pounds)×703 , what is the approximate BMI for a person who weighs 120 pounds and is 63 inches tall?
21.3
18.0
24.9
27.5
According to the BMI category chart (Underweight < 18.5; Normal weight 18.5 to 24.9; Overweight 25 to 29.9; Obese > 30), how should a BMI of 21.3 be classified?
Normal weight
Underweight
Overweight
Obese
When measuring height, what should be removed because flip flops, slippers, and even socks will affect the measurement?
All socks and shoes
Only heavy boots
Only hats and jackets
All jewelry items
To measure height correctly, how should a person position the body against a wall? Stand with the back against the wall and the feet together, as straight as possible with heels, back, shoulders, and head all touching the wall while looking straight ahead.
Back against the wall with feet together and all listed points touching
Side against the wall with feet apart and chin down
Front to the wall with toes touching and knees bent
Back away from the wall with only heels touching
During height measurement, what is the purpose of using a marker according to the instructions? Use the marker to mark the wall without sliding out of position at all.
Mark the wall while staying in position
Draw a line on the floor after stepping away
Mark the wall while looking down
Sketch the measuring tape on the wall
Weight is defined as the lightness or heaviness of a person. Which units are given for expressing weight?
Kilogram or pound
Meter or yard
Liter or gallon
Newton or joule
The photo shows feet standing on an analog weighing scale labeled with numbers around a dial. What device is shown for measuring weight?
A weighing scale
A thermometer
A ruler
A stopwatch
For measuring weight, what kind of weighing scale should be chosen according to the instructions? Look for a weighing scale that is sturdy and accurate.
A sturdy and accurate scale
A lightweight and decorative scale
A folding travel scale
A scale with the largest dial only
Before stepping on a digital or analog scale, what should the reading be when there is nothing on it?
0
1
Half of your last reading
It does not matter
Where should the weighing scale be placed before use? Set the scale on a sturdy, flat surface; a flat flooring would work as would a wood or linoleum floor.
On a sturdy, flat surface
On a soft carpeted cushion
On an uneven step
On a slanted ramp
After you stand on the scale, what should you do according to the instructions?
Register your weight and write it down
Jump to test the springs
Step off quickly without looking
Add shoes to see the difference
There are six skill-related fitness components: agility, balance, coordination, speed, power, and reaction time. Which component is the ability to move and control the direction and position of the body while keeping a constant, quick motion (example: changing directions to hit a Ping-Pong ball)?
Agility
Balance
Power
Reaction time
Which component is the ability to control the body when standing still or moving (example: surfing)?
Balance
Speed
Coordination
Power
Which component is the ability to use the senses or different parts of the body together in a smooth and efficient manner (example: badminton; using hands and eyes together is called hand–eye coordination)?
Coordination
Power
Speed
Agility
Which component is the ability to move your body or parts of your body quickly to complete a task in the shortest amount of time (example: a runner on a racing track)?
Speed
Balance
Reaction time
Coordination
Which component is the ability to use both speed and muscular strength (example: boxing requires speed and strength to knock down an opponent)?
Power
Agility
Balance
Speed
Which component is the ability to respond physically and mentally to what you hear, see, or feel (example: in fencing, reacting to land a hit while holding right of way)?
Reaction time
Coordination
Power
Agility
In track and field jumping events, which description matches the triple jump? The triple jump is a succession of three fast jumps completed in a continuous motion.
Three fast jumps in continuous motion
One leap over a bar using a pole
A single jump from a standing start
Alternating hops with pauses between
In the high jump, how does the event proceed according to the description? The competitor begins with a run and makes a leap over a bar that is raised up after each jump until a winner is established.
Run and leap over a bar raised after each jump
Stand still and jump over a fixed bar
Run with a pole to vault over a bar
Leap through a hoop at a constant height
Which throwing event uses a long fiberglass pole to help athletes push themselves over a raised bar?
Pole vault
Shot put
Hammer throw
Discus
Which throwing event involves a long steel-tipped spear that the athlete throws while running?
Javelin
Shot put
Discus
Hammer throw
Which throwing event has the athlete toss a heavy metal ball by tucking it under the chin and spinning to gain speed before releasing?
Shot put
Javelin
Pole vault
Discus
Which throwing event uses a heavy ball attached to a handle by a wire?
Hammer throw
Discus
Shot put
Javelin
Which throwing event uses a metal disc that is thrown with a spinning and swinging action?
Discus
Hammer throw
Pole vault
Javelin
According to the list of benefits of running, which outcomes are benefits?
Helps in managing diabetes
Prevents blood clotting
Strengthens immune system
Reduces risk of stroke and heart attack
Weakens muscles and bones
