WorksheetsAnatomical Planes of Motion: Part 1
Total questions: 20
Worksheet time: 10mins
Which plane of motion divides the body into left and right halves?
Sagittal
Frontal
Transverse
Which plane of motion divides the body into top and bottom sections?
Frontal
Transverse
Sagittal
Which plane of motion divides the body into front and back sections?
Transverse
Frontal
Sagittal
Jumping jacks primarily occur in which plane of motion?
Transverse
Frontal
Sagittal
A person performs a twist at the waist while keeping feet planted. Which plane of motion is most involved?
Sagittal
Frontal
Transverse
Movements such as walking, running, or squatting happen mostly in which plane?
Sagittal
Frontal
Transverse
Rotation of the trunk or twisting at the waist occurs in which plane?
Sagittal
Frontal
Transverse
The image shows a person performing a side lunge. In which plane does this movement primarily occur?
Transverse
Frontal
Sagittal
In a fitness circuit, a student performs forward lunges at their station. Which plane of motion are these lunges done in?
Transverse
Frontal
Sagittal
Put the skill progression steps in the correct order, with Step 1 at the top: Assess (peer or self); Practice; Correct; Practice at a higher level; Reassess.
Practice → Assess → Correct → Higher level → Reassess
Assess → Practice → Correct → Higher level → Reassess
Assess → Practice → Higher level → Correct → Reassess
Assess → Correct → Practice → Higher level → Reassess
Practicing a skill at a higher level MOST likely means what?
Practicing the skill with no feedback at all
Trying the skill in a game-like or more challenging situation
Having someone else perform the skill for you
Doing the same activity but for a longer time
Which muscle groups are considered part of the core? Choose the BEST single answer.
Deltoids, calves, and biceps
Calves, quadriceps, and hamstrings
Abdominals, lower back, and hip muscles
Biceps, deltoids, and forearm muscles
Which statement best describes “center of gravity”?
The direction your body is facing
The point where your body’s weight is evenly balanced
The lowest part of the body touching the ground
The point where your body moves the fastest
Which of the following will increase a person’s stability during movement?
Narrowing their base of support
Standing on one foot
Widening their base of support
Raising their center of gravity
A student performs a squat but keeps losing balance. Which biomechanical tip would help the MOST?
Raise the arms above the head
Move faster through the movement
Widen the feet to increase the base of support
Lift the heels off the ground
Which strategy is MOST effective for creating open space on offense in a team sport?
Moving away from defenders to spread out the play
Standing still to wait for the ball
Staying close to teammates at all times
Crowding around the ball
When trying to stay balanced while carrying a heavy backpack, which adjustment helps maintain stability the BEST?
Lower the body and widen the base of support
Stand with feet close together and knees locked
Raise arms high to move weight upward
Lean far backward to shift body weight
Which of the following is a defensive tactic used to prevent scoring?
Cutting into open space to receive a pass
Moving quickly into empty space
Marking or guarding an opponent closely
Using speed to get open
In a game of flag football, a student wants to gain an offensive advantage. Which choice demonstrates appropriate skill selection?
Running straight into a crowded area
Using a quick change of direction to evade a defender
Throwing the ball without checking where teammates are
Slowing down to let defenders catch up
During a small-sided game, a defensive player notices an opponent trying to cut into open space. What is the BEST defensive tactic to use?
Back away to give them more room
Move to intercept their path and reduce space
Focus only on the ball and ignore the player
Turn away from the play
