IGCSE Physical Education Practice Exam

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• Which statement describes the relationship among exercise, health, and performance?
• Anxiety is defined as:
• Socially acceptable drugs are
• Which joint is an example of a hinge joint?
• Bruises are caused by which mechanism, and which treatment is commonly used?
• Overtraining can lead to which of the following as a common consequence?
• At about what age do long bones stop lengthening?
• Which country is renowned for boxing?
• Which is a risk of misusing narcotics analgesics?
• The Sit and Reach flexibility test assesses flexibility of which muscle group?
• Which movement describes abduction?
• Which item is NOT a consideration when planning a new facility?
• Balance is the ability to retain the center of mass of the body above the base of support.
• Intrinsic motivation is defined as:
• Which of the following is NOT a raising participation measure for people with learning difficulties?
• Which broadcasting feature helps to encourage people to get involved in sport?
• Which of the following is an internal cause of over-arousal?
• Which bones are irregular bones?
• Which statement reflects a general positive function of media on sport?
• Long-term effect of alcohol on health is
• Why are many sports single sex or separated by gender?
• Which statement best describes arousal?
• Which role in a club committee is responsible for communication and arranging meetings?
• Which term describes body fat of more than 15-20% of body weight?
• What is a long-term effect of regular exercise on the heart?
• Which peptide hormone is used to build muscle and aid recovery?
• Reaction Time is defined as?
• What is the purpose of weight categories in competition?
• Which country is renowned for women's gymnastics?
• Which activities illustrate flexibility?
• Which joint offers more movement than a hinge joint?
• Which diet excludes all animal products?
• How long does the body typically need to rebuild muscle fibers after overload to become stronger?
• Which principle describes increasing the amount of work to produce adaptation?
• Which term describes a learned ability to create pre-determined results with certainty and efficiency?
• What is the correct anaerobic training target zone?
• What is an advantage of interval training?
• What is the definition of exercise?
• Which statement describes the aims of sports clubs?
• Intrinsic feedback is best described as feedback that comes from within the body, such as proprioception.
• Dynamic balance involves maintaining stability while moving, such as on a beam.
• Which somatotype is characterized by muscularity and wide shoulders, suited for anaerobic events?
• What does the standing stork test primarily assess?
• Which somatotype is described as fatness with wide hips and large fat stores, associated with strength and power?
• What is handicap used for in competition?
• Which is a negative impact of media on sport?
• Where is carbohydrate stored as glycogen?
• What are muscles made up of?
• Which of the following is NOT listed as a target group for facilities?
• Which of the following is listed as a coping strategy for anxiety?
• Which of the following is NOT a measure to reduce barriers for minority groups in sport?
• Isotonic contractions are characterized by which of the following?
• Which of the following is NOT a sign of over-arousal?
• Which describes aerobic activity?
• Where are red blood cells produced in the body?
• What is VO2 max?
• Which of the following is a potential disadvantage of sponsorship?
• What is the primary function of blood within the cardiovascular system?
• Which statement best describes fixed (immovable) joints?
• Rotation is defined as which type of movement?
• In the progressive overload model, which component refers to how hard you train?
• Which of the following is NOT a physiological response to arousal?
• Which type of skill involves larger muscle groups and requires strength, endurance, and power (for example, hammer throw)?
• Which action is part of injury prevention?
• Where is the insertion of a skeletal muscle?
• Which type of skill requires more body movements and finer control, and is usually specific to one sport (for example, a tennis serve)?
• Which muscle flexes the leg at the knee?
• Which body type is commonly associated with weightlifting?
• Which principle relates to how often you train?
• Which statement about complex carbohydrates is true?
• Tennis elbow is pain on which side of the elbow?
• During knee flexion, which muscle is the agonist?
• What is the role of an antagonist muscle during movement?
• Systolic blood pressure is defined as which of the following?
• Which of the following is NOT listed as a type of sports center?
• Which statement describes the relationship between fitness and health?
• With long-term exercise, how does stroke volume change?
• Which statement best describes a long-term respiratory adaptation to regular aerobic training?
• What is a primary aim of providing equipment by sports clubs?
• Which is a social benefit of hosting a global event for the host country?
• Which of the following is an example of intrinsic motivation?
• Which of the following is a result of improvements in cardiovascular fitness?
• Which statement describes the features of freely movable (synovial) joints?
• Ends of bones in a synovial joint are covered with which type of tissue to prevent friction?
• In the link between exercise, diet, work, and rest, which component is described as providing rest?
• How are the respiratory and cardiovascular systems connected during exercise?
• What hematological adaptation is associated with altitude training?
• What does RICE stand for in first aid?
• Which test tests power?
• Which statement describes carbon dioxide production during muscular activity?
• Slow-twitch fibers are described as which color?
• Vital capacity is defined as the greatest volume of air that can be inspired and expired in one breath. Which range best describes a typical vital capacity?
• Which of the following is listed as a consideration when planning a health-related exercise program?
• Which statement describes sponsorship in sport?
• Which statement about red blood cells is true?
• Which structures are strengthened by progressive overload in addition to muscles?
• What is physical recreation?
• Which of the following is NOT a strategy for raising participation among the elderly?
• Stress fractures are most likely caused by which factor combination?
• What is recovery rate in the context of heart rate?
• Condyloid joints allow movement in how many planes?
• Which muscle extends the legs at the hips?
• How many types of synovial joints exist?
• Fast-twitch fibers are described as which color?
• Which bones are classified as short bones?
• Which is a risk of a poor diet?
• Which of the following is an internal cause of over-arousal?
• Why are age groups used in competition?
• Which of the following treatments is recommended in the acute management of soft tissue injuries?
• Which two countries are noted for distance running on the world stage?
• Which adaptation is associated with altitude training?
• Which factor is described as genetics influencing optimum weight because body weight and shape are largely passed through genes from parents?
• How is maximum heart rate estimated?
• Which statement best reflects equality of access across genders, races, religions, and classes?
• How are muscles arranged to allow movement?
• What effect does having a large range of televised sports have on participation?
• A stress fracture is most likely caused by which factor?
• Which statement about fartlek training is true?
• Which of the following is a disadvantage of being a sponsor?
• What are the four components of progressive overload?
• Which statement about dietary fiber is true?
• Which muscle is at the top of the back and rotates the shoulders backwards?
• Disadvantages of hosting a global event include which of the following?
• Which statement describes facilities controlled by local authorities?
• VO2 max is a measure of which aspect of fitness?
• Which of the following is NOT a barrier-reduction measure for minority groups in sport?
• During endurance training, which change occurs in the heart?
• What is a short-term effect of exercise on the respiratory system?
• Which substance lubricates a synovial joint?
• Which item is listed as a requirement for a healthy lifestyle?
• Which of the following is NOT a measure to raise participation for people with learning difficulties?
• Which somatotype is thin with narrow shoulders and hips, very little fat, tall with a high center of mass?
• Which of the following is an external cause of over-arousal?
• Which muscle rotates the upper arm at the shoulder?
• What is one function of plasma?
• Which method is illegal but used to improve oxygen carrying capacity in endurance sports?
• Who is responsible for ensuring a safe and secure environment during competitions?
• Which statement describes facilities controlled by private companies?
• Which statement about soluble fiber is true?
• How can risk be minimized?
• Which joint is an example of a plane joint?
• Which test assesses coordination?
• Which statement describes lactic acid buildup during exercise when oxygen is insufficient?
• Which example illustrates intrinsic feedback?
• Which of the following best describes centers of excellence?
• A disadvantage of continuous training is that it is
• Which somatotype is exemplified by large amounts of muscle and a low center of gravity, typical of strength-focused athletes?
• Which body type is commonly associated with high jump?
• Which of the following is an advantage of being a sponsor?
• Cooper's 12-minute run test assesses which aspects of fitness?
• Which component contributes to excellence in sport by researching diet, training methods, and techniques?
• Which statement correctly defines altitude training?
• Which factor increases the risk of coronary heart disease?
• Which fitness component is about using two or more body parts together?
• Which joint problem involves partially torn or inflamed tendons or ligaments, with slow healing due to limited blood supply?
• Why do athletes compete at international events?
• If media fails to promote sport, what is likely to happen?
• Fitness is defined as what?
• Narcotic analgesics primarily serve to:
• Which of the following is listed as a mental wellbeing outcome?
• Nicotine is best described as which type of drug?
• Which of the following is a simple carbohydrate?
• What is a consequence of less media coverage?
• Which scenario describes a negative impact of media coverage on a team?
• Which is a main function of the respiratory system?
• Which statement describes a positive impact of global events?
• Which statement is true about lactic acid buildup as a short-term effect?
• Where do stress fractures commonly occur?
• Which term describes a joint injury where the bone is forced out of its normal position?
• Oxygen debt occurs after which type of exercise?
• Which describes the short-term effect of increased muscle temperature during exercise?
• Which structure protects vital organs in the body?
• Which attribute involves choice, judgement, or control of when something should be done?
• What is a potential psychological effect on sports stars due to media pressure?
• Regular training leads to what change in resting heart rate?
• Which countries are associated with skiing?
• Health is defined as what?
• Where is the origin of a skeletal muscle typically located?
• During cooling down, stretches are held for approximately how long?
• Muscular Strength is defined as?
• Flexibility is defined as what?
• Which group commonly uses carbo-loading?
• Which facilities are commonly owned by local authorities?
• Which of the following is a strategy to reduce barriers for women in sport?
• Which of the following is NOT a feature used to raise participation among the elderly?
• What is the normal range for resting heart rate?
• How does heart rate recovery after exercise change with long-term training?
• Which statement best describes mental wellbeing?
• Which country is known for sumo wrestling?
• Which measure directly helps to limit swelling by applying pressure?
• Which peptide hormone is used by athletes to increase red blood cell production?
• What is the primary function of diuretics in weight-making sports?
• Which is a mental benefit of taking part in physical activity?
• Why play according to the rules?
• Which activity provides a classic example of an isometric exercise?
• Which type of fracture involves a bone protruding through the skin?
• Muscular Endurance is defined as?
• Which of the following best summarizes the effect of progressive overload on muscular performance?
• Progressive overload leads to which overall improvements in muscle performance?
• The condyloid joint is the connection between which bones?
• Which of the following is a social benefit of taking part in physical activity?
• Static balance is best described as maintaining the center of mass over the base of support while remaining still.
• After air passes through the trachea, which structure does it enter next?
• Which factor is described as causing different optimum weights among athletes of the same height due to frame size?
• Which test is used to measure power in the lower body?
• Which term refers to a joint injury involving damage to ligaments?
• Which term describes having more than 20-30% of body fat?
• Which statement describes facilities controlled by voluntary organizations?
• The pectoral muscles are primarily associated with which movement?
• Which description best fits slightly movable (cartilaginous) joints?
• Altitude training is characterized by which condition?
• Which component of the link provides nutrients needed for health, fitness, strength and wellbeing?
• Which of the following describes a positive impact of TV on sport?
• Which muscle extends the leg at the knee?
• Which of the following is a factor that can affect performance?
• Which country is associated with rugby union at the highest international level?
• Which is a benefit of a healthy diet?
• Which of the following describes a physical wellbeing task?
• Recreational drugs include which of the following?
• Which facility is typical in urban areas?
• Which somatotype is commonly linked to endurance and long-distance activities, and is typically tall and slender?
• Continuous training is known to improve which component?
• Blisters are best managed by which approach?
• Which statement describes funding for talented youth and athletes?
• Which of the following is an external cause of over-arousal?
• Which statement best describes the purpose of exercise in this context?
• Which mineral is essential for strong bones and teeth?
• Which of the following best describes disability sports participation increases?
• The hand grip strength test measures which aspect?
• Which statement about narcotic analgesics is true?
• Which drug is used to slow heart rate and improve precision in target sports?
• Which short-term effect explains why muscles feel warmer during exercise?
• What is the role of platelets?
• In elbow flexion, which end of the biceps tendon is the origin?
• Which statement describes how media duties can affect athletes' training time?
• Which of the following is NOT a measure to raise participation for people with disabilities?
• Weight-bearing exercise increases bone density.
• Glycogen is converted to glucose to provide energy during exercise. Which option best describes this role?
• Which joints cannot move?
• Which of the following is NOT a target group mentioned for facilities?
• Plyometric training is used to develop which of the following?
• Which statement about complex carbohydrates best describes their effect on health?
• Golfer's elbow refers to pain on which side of the elbow?
• Which condition is characterized by stiffness and pain in joints?
• Diastolic blood pressure refers to the pressure in the arteries during which part of the cardiac cycle?
• Which joint allows rotary movement?
• What is the recommended order of a warm-up?
• Which principle describes the method of training used?
• During elbow extension, which muscle acts as the agonist?
• What happens to altitude adaptations when an athlete returns to lower altitude?
• What attaches muscles to bones?
• Cardiac output increases as a result of increases in stroke volume and heart rate. Which statement best describes this change?
• Which factor can influence the choice of physical activities?
• Which technological development associated with TV broadcasts increases viewers' understanding of sport?
• Effects of smoking and nicotine on health include which consequence?
• What is a possible side effect of high-protein diets?
• During elbow flexion, which muscle relaxes to allow the movement?
• In designing a health-related exercise program, which factor is often considered as part of personal attributes?
• What is the correct aerobic training target zone for improving endurance?
• Which statement best describes why muscles need more fuel during exercise?
• Benefits of hosting a global event for the host country include which of the following?
• Which statement is true about the effect of fitness on capillaries in muscles?
• Which test measures reaction time?
• What best defines an agonist muscle in a movement?
• Who is generally responsible for checking equipment and facilities to minimize risk?
• Isometric contractions involve a muscle generating force without what?
• What happens to oxygen debt after anaerobic exercise is finished?
• Side effects of stimulants include which of the following?
• Which term describes the basic skills that form the foundation of sport, such as running?
• Which condition is associated with wear and tear of cartilage at the elbow?
• Which of the following is an example of a pivot joint?
• Which is a potential side effect of anabolic steroids?
• Which fracture is described as the bone being partially broken, common in kids?
• Leisure time is defined as what?
• Which benefit related to posture can result from regular progressive overload?
• Extrinsic motivation is best described as:
• A strain is best described as
• Which of the following is a disadvantage of fartlek training?
• Which measure is used to elevate a limb to reduce swelling?
• During short-term respiratory responses to exercise, why does breathing quicken and deepen?
• Which of the following is a factor affecting the activities people choose?
• Which statement best describes a positive impact of TV on sport?
• Examples of socially unacceptable drugs include which?
• The Sit and Reach test is used to assess which type of flexibility?
• How is risk defined in sport?
• Which statement describes anaerobic activity?
• Which of the following is an advantage of continuous training?
• Altitude training results in which of the following changes?
• Which of the following is NOT a stated measure to raise participation for people with disabilities?
• Weight-bearing exercise can delay which condition?
• Which is a physical benefit of taking part in physical activity?
• Which movement describes adduction?
• Anabolic steroids mimic which hormone?
• Which athlete type is most likely to have a mesomorph body type?
• Which muscle group flexes and rotates the spine to bend forwards?
• Which of the following is NOT a stated benefit of integrating disability games with normal games?
• What percentage of daily intake should fats constitute?
• Ball-and-socket joints allow movement in how many planes?
• Glucose plus oxygen yields carbon dioxide, water and energy in which process?
• Which of the following is a factor affecting people's leisure time activities?
• Which joints are ball-and-socket joints?
• Which measure increases access to sport for families with children?
• A tear in knee cartilage is often caused by which movement?
• Which symptom is commonly seen with a dislocation?
• Which of the following is an advantage of circuit training?
• Which facility is typical in rural areas?
• Which equipment is correctly matched to its sport for safety?
• Which statement about energy requirements is true?
• Which describes the rate of contraction, lengthening, and relaxation during exercise?
• Shoulder and hip joints are examples of which type of joint?
• Which term describes having too much weight for your height?
• Which statement describes the effect of smoking on the alveoli and gaseous exchange?
• During knee extension, which muscle acts as the agonist?
• Which of the following is a social wellbeing characteristic?
• Which term best describes heart rate during or immediately after exercise, reflecting exercise intensity?
• Which statement about white blood cells is correct?
• Stimulants category includes which substance?
• Being winded is characterized by which of the following?
• What describes facilities controlled by voluntary organizations in terms of participation and funding?
• Which test is used to assess agility?
• What term describes the loss of muscle mass due to stopping strength training?
• Which statement describes a disadvantage of circuit training?
• Which statement best describes long bones?
• Which fitness component best describes cardiovascular endurance?
• Which is an example of a long bone?
• Which attribute describes the ability to sustain prolonged physical or mental effort?
• Which country is best known for excellence in soccer?
• Which blood-related illness is characterized by a lack of red blood cells?
• Which is a direct result of progressive overload on skeletal muscles?
• Why do channels provide 24/7 access to sports content?
• What is a consequence of sports being televised worldwide?
• Which statement defines extension?
• Which of the following is a cause of injuries?
• Which term describes not enough weight for your height?
• Which of the following is NOT a barrier-reduction measure for minority groups in sport?
• Which description defines flexion?
• Which structure produces synovial fluid to lubricate the joint?
• The deltoid muscle is primarily responsible for which action?
• Which of the following is NOT a sign of over-arousal?
• Which somatotype is described as having a tall, slender frame with a high center of mass, commonly linked to endurance performance?
• Which country is associated with rugby sevens?
• Which principle refers to the loss of adaptations when training stops?
• Which term describes the time in which a movement is performed or a distance is covered?
• What defines a balanced diet?
• Which type of skill is highly dependent on the environment and requires the performer to monitor the situation?
• Which type of skill involves smaller muscle groups with high hand-eye coordination (for example, darts)?
• A hinge joint primarily allows which type of movement?
• Which muscle group is responsible for flexing the arm at the elbow?
• Which of the following is a cause of coronary heart disease?
• Which of the following is listed as an advantage of sponsorship in sport?
• Examples of global events include which of the following?
• Cooper's 12-minute run test primarily assesses which fitness aspects?
• What is the correct sequence in the information processing model?
• Which principle describes how boring training can become?
• Which fitness component is the ability to change position of the body quickly and to control movement of the whole body?
• Which of the following is a disadvantage of interval training?
• What is a dual-use facility in schools?
• What is extrinsic feedback?
• What is recreation?
• Altitude training increases the number of red blood cells, resulting in more oxygen delivered to working muscles. This primarily improves which aspect?
• During exercise, blood is redirected to working muscles from other areas.
• Which component is described as a muscular pump that pushes blood through the body's vessels?
• What proportion of protein should come from animal sources?
• Which organization aims to achieve high-quality coaching from local to national levels and provides coaching courses?
• In progressive overload, which is defined as the length of each training session?
• In the link between exercise, diet, work and rest, which component balances work and exercise?
• During exercise, which changes occur in ventilation?
• Long-term benefits of hosting a global event for the host country include which of the following?
• Which term describes a broken or cracked bone?
• Alcohol is banned in which sports due to its sedative effect?
• Body Composition is defined as?
• Which is a skill-related component of fitness?
• Which statement best summarizes the mental benefits of participating in physical activity?
• The main activity focuses on which of the following?
• Which is a consequence of an efficient respiratory system?
• Which statement about arousal is true?
• What is tidal volume?
• Factors determining excellence in countries include which of the following?
• Ruptured tendons are described as
• Cooling down after exercise serves to do which of the following?
• Which is a side effect of EPO use?
• During exercise, which term describes redirecting blood away from the digestive system to working muscles?
• During elbow flexion, which muscle acts as the agonist?
• Which fitness component relates to choosing when to perform an action?
• Which type of skill is performed in a fixed environment, where practice conditions replicate competition conditions?
• Which bones are flat bones?
• Static stretches are held for how long per position?
• Regular exercise on bones, ligaments, and tendons typically results in what?
• Which principle states there must be a period of recovery between training sessions?
• Which body type is associated with broad hips and large fat stores, often linked to strength and power, such as rugby forwards or sumo wrestlers?
• Which test measures speed?
• Which type of skill is highly influenced by the environment and requires adaptation during performance?
• Which of the following is NOT a strategy to raise participation among young people?
• In a warm-up, the pulse raiser is typically which type of activity?
• Synergist muscles are described as doing what?
• Which term is the ability to undertake strength performances quickly?
• Which is a short-term effect of exercise on the cardiovascular system?
• Which statement best describes physical wellbeing?
• The main activity can include a game or be a competition.
• Which statement about muscle action is described in the material?
• Which muscle extends the arm at the elbow?
• Cardiovascular Fitness is defined as?
• The main activity raises the heart rate above normal level for about how long?
• In the mnemonic for training methods, which term corresponds to interval training?
• Grazes are treated by which method?
• Which joint is an example of a saddle joint?
• Performance is defined as?
• Which statement about voluntary (skeletal) muscles is NOT true?
• Which of the following is NOT a measure to reduce barriers for disabled athletes in sport?
• Which statement about water is accurate?
• Which test measures agility?
• Which statement about resting heart rate and fitness is true?
• Which test tests static balance?
• Which of the following is a health-related component of fitness?
• What explains how sponsors influence which sports are broadcast?
• Which vitamins are water soluble?
• Which term describes the ability to exercise for long periods of time?
• Which of the following is part of injury prevention?
• Which test assesses cardiovascular fitness and muscular endurance?
• Which type of fracture involves the bone breaking but the skin remains intact?