JSS3 Third Term PHE Past Questions And Answers

 

Physical and Health Education (PHE) questions for JSS3 Third Term:

 

Question: What is the primary purpose of a cool-down after physical activities?

 

a) To decrease flexibility

b) To increase heart rate abruptly

c) To prevent blood flow to the muscles

d) To gradually return the body to a resting state

Answer: d) To gradually return the body to a resting state

Question: Which component of fitness is related to the ability to move joints through their full range of motion?

 

a) Strength

b) Flexibility

c) Endurance

d) Speed

Answer: b) Flexibility

Question: What is the purpose of the warm-up phase before engaging in physical activities?

 

a) To decrease blood circulation

b) To immediately boost energy levels

c) To prepare the body for exercise and reduce the risk of injury

d) To induce fatigue

Answer: c) To prepare the body for exercise and reduce the risk of injury

Question: What does the acronym RICE stand for in the context of injury management?

 

a) Running, Ice, Compression, Elevation

b) Rest, Ice, Compression, Elevation

c) Relax, Intensity, Cold, Exercise

d) Recovery, Ice, Cardio, Endurance

Answer: b) Rest, Ice, Compression, Elevation

Question: In a game of table tennis, how many points are needed to win a standard set?

 

a) 10 points

b) 15 points

c) 21 points

d) 25 points

Answer: c) 21 points

Question: What is the primary function of the digestive system in the body?

 

a) Pumping blood

b) Regulating body temperature

c) Breaking down and absorbing nutrients from food

d) Facilitating movement and locomotion

Answer: c) Breaking down and absorbing nutrients from food

Question: Which of the following is a benefit of regular strength training exercises?

 

a) Reduced bone density

b) Improved muscle tone and strength

c) Decreased flexibility

d) Increased risk of cardiovascular diseases

Answer: b) Improved muscle tone and strength

Question: Why is it important to set realistic and achievable fitness goals?

 

a) To avoid any form of physical activity

b) To guarantee instant results

c) To stay motivated and track progress

d) To promote overtraining

Answer: c) To stay motivated and track progress

Question: What is the role of carbohydrates in providing energy for physical activities?

 

a) They have no impact on energy levels

b) They are stored in the liver and muscles as glycogen, providing a readily available energy source

c) They only contribute to weight gain

d) They hinder muscle growth

Answer: b) They are stored in the liver and muscles as glycogen, providing a readily available energy source

Question: Which of the following is a primary factor influencing flexibility?

 

a) Age

b) Height

c) Shoe size

d) Hair color

Answer: a) Age.