Physical Education questions and answers

Physical Education Questions and Answers

Test your physical competence and knowledge of movement and safety with these JAMB and WAEC past questions.

51.

Which of the following is not a component of physical fitness.

A.

muscular endurance

B.

fat

C.

flexibility

D.

cardiovascular endurance

Correct answer is B

Component of physical fitness.
- Cardiovascular Endurance
- Muscular Strength
- Flexibility
- Body Composition
- Muscular Endurance

52.

Which of the following control breathing rate in humans?

A.

medulla oblongata

B.

hypothalamus

C.

Cerebellum

D.

thalamus

Correct answer is A

The breathing rate in humans is controlled by medulla oblongata. It is an important part of the brain

53.

Which of the following is an example of sprint race ?

A.

marathon

B.

1500m

C.

400m

D.

100m

Correct answer is D

100m is an example of a sprint race. Sprint races are short distance races in athletics and running. They involve running as fast as possible over a short distance. The other options like marathon and 1,500m are long distance races, and 400m is considered a middle distance race

54.

Which of the following games is a traditional game in Nigeria before colonization ?

A.

badmiton

B.

chess

C.

soccer

D.

ayo game

Correct answer is D

Ayo game is a traditional game in Nigeria before colonization. It is a popular game among the Yoruba, Igbo and Hausa tribes. The other options like soccer, badminton, and chess are not traditional Nigerian games

55.

The sport injury that results in the break of bone is called ?

A.

sprain

B.

fracture

C.

strain

D.

bruise

Correct answer is B

A fracture is a break, usually in a bone. If the broken bone punctures the skin, it is called an open or compound fracture.