SS1 Second Term HPE Past Questions And Answers
20 SS1 (Senior Secondary School 1) second term Health and Physical Education (HPE) questions with options and answers:
Question: Which type of stretching is best suited for improving flexibility and range of motion?
A) Static stretching
B) Dynamic stretching
C) Ballistic stretching
D) PNF stretching
Answer: D) PNF stretching
Question: What is the purpose of a balance exercise?
A) Increase heart rate
B) Enhance coordination
C) Reduce flexibility
D) Strengthen only the upper body
Answer: B) Enhance coordination
Question: In swimming, which stroke is often considered the fastest?
A) Breaststroke
B) Backstroke
C) Butterfly
D) Freestyle
Answer: D) Freestyle
Question: What is the primary function of the triceps muscles?
A) Flex the arm
B) Extend the arm
C) Rotate the arm
D) Bend the arm
Answer: B) Extend the arm
Question: In which sport would you commonly find a penalty kick?
A) Basketball
B) Soccer
C) Volleyball
D) Tennis
Answer: B) Soccer
Question: Which type of exercise is best for improving bone density?
A) Weightlifting
B) Jogging
C) Cycling
D) Yoga
Answer: A) Weightlifting
Question: What is the purpose of a sports bra during physical activities?
A) Improve performance
B) Enhance fashion
C) Provide support and reduce breast movement
D) Increase body temperature
Answer: C) Provide support and reduce breast movement
Question: Which of the following is a benefit of regular aerobic exercise?
A) Decreased lung capacity
B) Increased blood pressure
C) Improved cardiovascular health
D) Reduced flexibility
Answer: C) Improved cardiovascular health
Question: What does the acronym R.I.C.E. stand for in the context of injury treatment?
A) Rest, Ice, Compression, Elevation
B) Running, Inhaling, Crunches, Endurance
C) Relaxation, Inspiration, Core exercises, Energy
D) Rotation, Intensity, Cardio, Endurance
Answer: A) Rest, Ice, Compression, Elevation
Question: In which sport would you perform a slam dunk?
A) Baseball
B) Basketball
C) Golf
D) Badminton
Answer: B) Basketball
Question: What is the correct posture for a standing long jump?
A) Arch the back
B) Keep legs straight
C) Bend at the knees and hips
D) Lean backward
Answer: C) Bend at the knees and hips
Question: Which muscle group is primarily targeted during a bicep curl exercise?
A) Quadriceps
B) Triceps
C) Hamstrings
D) Biceps
Answer: D) Biceps
Question: What is the purpose of wearing proper footwear during physical activities?
A) Enhance fashion
B) Reduce stability
C) Prevent injuries and provide support
D) Increase discomfort
Answer: C) Prevent injuries and provide support
Question: What is the correct hand position for a push-up exercise?
A) Hands close together
B) Hands wide apart
C) One hand forward, one hand backward
D) Fingers crossed
Answer: B) Hands wide apart
Question: Which type of exercise is beneficial for improving flexibility and relaxation?
A) High-intensity interval training (HIIT)
B) Pilates
C) Weightlifting
D) Sprinting
Answer: B) Pilates
Question: What is the purpose of the cooldown phase in a workout?
A) Increase heart rate
B) Enhance flexibility
C) Begin the workout
D) Boost energy levels
Answer: B) Enhance flexibility
Question: What is the correct technique for performing a proper deadlift?
A) Keep back rounded
B) Bend knees slightly
C) Lift with the back
D) Keep the bar close to the body
Answer: D) Keep the bar close to the body
Question: Which sport is associated with a shuttlecock and is played on a rectangular court divided by a net?
A) Badminton
B) Tennis
C) Table tennis
D) Squash
Answer: A) Badminton
Question: What is the primary role of carbohydrates during physical activities?
A) Enhance flexibility
B) Provide quick energy
C) Improve bone density
D) Increase muscle strength
Answer: B) Provide quick energy
Question: How does regular exercise contribute to overall health?
A) Increases sedentary behavior
B) Decreases cardiovascular health
C) Improves mental well-being and reduces the risk of chronic diseases
D) Enhances flexibility only
Answer: C) Improves mental well-being and reduces the risk of chronic diseases.
