Test your physical competence and knowledge of movement and safety with these JAMB and WAEC past questions.
Which of the following factors does not affect posture ?
complexion
Heredity
Habit
Age
Correct answer is A
Posture is affected by factors such as age, habit, and heredity. Complexion, which refers to the natural color, texture, and appearance of the skin, does not affect posture
Which of the following is an example of non-contact games
boxing
wrestling
swimming
taewondo
Correct answer is C
Examples of non-contact games are swimming, darts, gymnastics, snooker, chess, badminton and sprinting
Who is regarded as the father of physical eduction in Nigeria ?
Eze Achiugo
J.A Adedeji
M. T Adiuku
Harding James Ekperigin
Correct answer is D
Harding James Ekperigin is widely recognized as the father of physical education in Nigeria. He made significant contributions to the development and promotion of physical education in the country
Which of the following is a field event ?
Javelin throw
Hurdles race
100m race
relay race
Correct answer is A
Field events
- Long jump
- High jump
- Triple jump
- Pole vault
- Shot put (throw)
- Discus (throw)
- Hammer throw
- Javelin throw
Food serves the following purpose except ____
provide energy
enhance growth
increase hunger.
eliminate hunger
Correct answer is C
Food serves to eliminate hunger, provide energy, and enhance growth. However, it does not increase hunger. Instead, it satisfies hunger
Which of the following is not an objective of physical Eduaction ?
To develop physical fitness
To develop habit of sportsmanship
To be able to bully people
To develop emotional stability
Correct answer is C
Objectives of Physical Education
- To develop physical fitness
- To develop habit of sportsmanship
- To develop emotional stability
- To develop skills
- To create room for leisure time
How many trials are allowed in shot put?
3
4
5
2
Correct answer is A
Only 3 trials are allowed in shot put
Which of the following is not a skill and technique in boxing
dodging
ducking
kicking
jabbing
Correct answer is C
Skills and techniques in boxing
- ducking
- jabbing
- blocking
- uppercut
- guarding
- undercut
- foot work
The assistant referees in a soccer game are also called ?
linesmen
timekeeper
match commissioner
flag holder
Correct answer is A
In soccer, an assistant referee (also known as a linesman or lineswoman) is an official empowered with assisting the referee in enforcing the Laws of the Game during a match
Hockey pitch, nets and flag posts are facilities used in ?
boxing
swimming
hockey game
wrestling
Correct answer is C
Hockey pitch, nets, and flag posts are facilities used in a hockey game. A hockey pitch is the field where the game is played, the nets are used as goals, and the flag posts are used to mark the corners of the pitch. These facilities are not typically used in swimming, boxing, or wrestling
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