Early written records of the Olympic Games date back to :
A.
776 BC
B.
776 AD
C.
1896 AD
D.
1492 AD
4.
World War 1 and World War 11 were responsible for the cancellation of the Olympic Games during the years:
I. 1912
II. 1916
III. 1940
IV. 1944
A.
I, II and III only
B.
I, III and IV only
C.
II, III and IV only
D.
I, II and IV only
5.
An international sporting body that organizes Multi Sporting Events is:
A.
CARIFTA
B.
Commonwealth Games Federation
C.
FIFA
D.
ICC
6.
Which combination of the following characteristics best describes a leisure activity? I. it denotes enjoyment
II. it is a self-fulfilling activity
III. it allows for freedom of choice
IV. it follows a rigid schedule
A.
I, II and III only
B.
I, III and IV only
C.
II, III and IV only
D.
I, II and IV only
7.
Identity the bone that acts as a lever.
A.
rib
B.
femur
C.
sternum
D.
clavicle
8.
The hormone insulin which removes excess sugar from the blood is produced in the:
A.
pancreas
B.
liver
C.
gallbladder
D.
spleen
9.
The number of bones in the Vertebral Column is:
A.
26
B.
29
C.
31
D.
33
10.
The tibia and fibula bones are located in which part of the body?
A.
upper arm
B.
forearm
C.
upper leg
D.
lower leg
11.
Where in the body is a hinge joint located?
I. elbow
II. wrist
III. shoulder
IV. knee
A.
I and II only
B.
III and IV only
C.
I and IV only
D.
II and III only
12.
When we exercise the muscular system, we allow for the development of;
I. endurance
II. coordination
III. balance
IV. strength
A.
I and III only
B.
III and IV only
C.
II and III only
D.
I and IV only
13.
In attempting to head a ball in football, Tony clashed with an opponent and hurt his back. The referee called for assistance because Tony could not move both his feet. It is most likely that Tony injured his:
A.
cranial nerves
B.
spinal cord
C.
femur
D.
humerus
14.
The muscular system works most closely with the :
A.
digestive system
B.
skeleton system
C.
nervous system
D.
respiratory system
15.
The letter R in the acronym R.I.C.E used in the treatment of injuries represents;
A.
Recovery
B.
Rest
C.
Rub
D.
Repeat
16.
The percentage of water in the human body is estimated at;
A.
50%
B.
60%
C.
70%
D.
80%
17.
Identify the letter in the diagram which indicates where the absorption of nutrients takes place.
Involvement in an aerobic activity program contributes to the development of:
A.
agility
B.
coordination
C.
flexibility
D.
cardio-respiratory fitness
27.
If there is no change in the size of the muscle during muscular contraction, the contraction is considered as:
A.
kenetic
B.
concentric
C.
isotonic
D.
isometric
28.
Which Body Mass Index figure/s best describe someone who is obese?
A.
less than 18.5
B.
18.5 - I4.9
C.
25.0 - 29.9
D.
greater than 30.0
29.
Which set of characteristics best describes an endomorph?
I. rounded physique
II. high level of body fat
III. gains muscles easily
IV. generally short and stocky
A.
I, II and III only
B.
I, III and IV only
C.
I, II and IV only
D.
II , III and IV only
30.
The maximum amount of oxygen in millimeters which can be used in one minute kilogram of body weight best describes:
A.
V02max
B.
respiration cycle
C.
aerobic capacity
D.
respiration rate
31.
The first interaction with a skill to be learnt is called:
A.
autonomous phase
B.
associative phase
C.
cognitive phase
D.
reinforcement phase
32.
The daily calorie intake of an adult male of average body weight is:
A.
2000 calories
B.
2500 calories
C.
3000 calories
D.
3500 calories
33.
Possible causes of leg cramps are;
I. very loose muscles
II. dehydration
III. low potassium and salt, levels IV. low carbohydrate levels
A.
I, II and III only
B.
I, III and IV only
C.
I, II and IV only
D.
II, III and IV only
34.
Some ways through which we can increase the risk of sports injuries are
I. use of appropriate equipment
II. use of correct footwear
III. not following the rules of the game
IV. insufficient warm-up and cool down
A.
I and II only
B.
I and III only
C.
II and III only
D.
III and IV only
35.
Skinfold calipers are used to measure:
A.
body fat
B.
blood pressure
C.
V02 max
D.
body weight
36.
Nuts, oils and margarine are major sources of:
A.
carbohydrates
B.
proteins
C.
Vitamin E
D.
Vitamin D
37.
Which of the following nutrients is responsible for repair and tissue building?
A.
calcium
B.
protein
C.
fats
D.
carbohydrates
38.
This is a fatty deposit in the arteries that can lead to them becoming narrow, restricting blood flow, which may eventually lead to a heart attack.
A.
cholesterol
B.
collagen
C.
platelets
D.
nutrients
39.
All the food and drink that a person consumes and how the body uses it best describes:
A.
nutrition
B.
nutrients
C.
diet
D.
food groups
40.
This nutrient helps the body’s ability to carry oxygen from the lungs to the rest of the body.
A.
magnesium
B.
potassium
C.
iron
D.
calcium
41.
Which is NOT a reason why some sportsmen/women use drugs?
A.
economic rewards
B.
promotes fair competition
C.
social rewards
D.
enhanced performance
42.
Which of the following can cause an outbreak of violence among players and spectators?
I. fair play amongst players
II. biased referee decisions
III. alcohol use by spectators
IV. violent conduct on the field of play
A.
I, II and III only
B.
I, III and IV only
C.
I, II and IV only
D.
II, III and IV only
43.
A display of sportsmanship on the field of play is;
A.
violent behavior on the field
B.
not obeying the rules
C.
congratulating the winning team
D.
racist behavior
44.
Which of the following international sporting competition caters for persons with disabilities?
A.
Paraolympics
B.
Commonwealth Games
C.
Pan Am Games
D.
Carifta Games
45.
Which of the following are forms through which companies can offer sponsorship to team?
I. payment of travelling cost
II. sponsor’s product advertisement III. coaches fees
IV. equipment cost
