FIRST QUARTER EXAMINATION IN PHYSICAL EDUCATION GRADE 9

S.Y. 2017 – 2018

Name _______________________________________ Score ______________
Directions: Read and analyze each item carefully. Choose the letter of the best answer and write it on
your answer sheet.

1. Any bodily movement produced by the contraction of skeletal muscles that results in a substantial increase
in energy expenditure
a. Exercise b. Physical fitness c. Physical activity d. Physical Education
2. Why do we apply First Aid treatment to a person who has been injured or suddenly taken ill?
a. To prevent added/further injury or danger
b. To alleviate suffering
c. To prolong life
d. All of the above
3. Health is the well-being of your body, mind and your relationship with others. What do wellness means?
1. It is striving to live life with the fullest potential, making decisions and acting in healthy ways
2. It is practicing positive health behaviors based on sound knowledge and healthy attitudes
3. It means balanced life, physically, mentally, emotionally, socially, morally and spiritually
a. nos. 1 and 2 only
b. nos. 2 and 3 only
c. nos. 1, 2 and 3
d. no. 1 only
4. When a person consume basically the same number of calories as he expend, his body weight remains
relatively ____________
a. Stable b. Increases c. Decreases d. None of the above
5. A ___________ violation is called when a player moves more than two steps without dribbling the basketball.
a. running b. traveling c. palming d. body contact
6. Which among the following statements states the true information on proper eating habits?
a. All carbohydrates are bad
b. Low fat or fat-free means No Calories
c. Exercise is a great way to keep the pounds from coming back
d. Chewing gum is a not a great way to cut cravings and stay on your diet
7. Which among the following is a description of a healthy eating habit?
a. Drink more water throughout the day
b. Eat fruit for desserts instead of cookies
c. Schedule time to eat your meals and snacks
d. All of the above
8. In a First Aid situation, who is the most important person to consider?
a. Yourself b. Bystanders c. The injured casualty d. The emergency services
9. What is the minimum amount of physical activity to manage weight and prevent gradual weight gain?
a. 60 minutes of moderate to vigorous activity on most days of the week while not exceeding calorie
needs.
b. 30 minutes of moderate activity on most days of week while not exceeding calorie needs.
c. 30 minutes of vigorous activity three days a week while not exceeding calorie needs.
d. 60 minutes of vigorous activity three days a week while not exceeding calorie needs.
10. Which of the following should you consider in your daily plate for a better eating habit?
a. I include all 5 food groups in my daily meals" (cereals, vegetables, fruits, milk or milk products,
pulses /fish / meat / eggs or soya)
b. I understand the difference between types of fat (saturated and unsaturated fat) and always opt for
heart friendly options when cooking"
c. A and B
d. None of the above
11. An unbecoming behavior of a player contributing to the disturbance or unusual flow of the game
a. Foul b. Fight c. Misconduct d. None of the above
12. What is the most effective way of controlling bleeding?
a. Plasters b. Elevation c. Direct Pressure d. Washing the wound

13. You need to get your heart working harder if you want to get fitter. But what percentage of your maximum
heart rate should you aim for during moderate intensity activity?
a. 30-40 percent b. 40-50 percent c. 50-70 percent d. 80-95 percent
14. “Physical activity only makes joint problems, such as osteoarthritis, worse” – True or False?
a. False – it makes no difference
b. True – physical activity damages the joints
c. True – physical activity will reduce mobility and should be avoided
d. False – regular physical activity can be helpful in controlling the pain of osteoarthritis
15. Individuals WHO DO NOT exercise regularly and those who are sedentary are at risk of what diseases?
a. Cardiovascular diseases b. Diabetes c. Obesity d. All of the above
16. “Once you reach retirement, there is no real point in staying fit and active” – true or false?
a. True – unfortunately, you need to start an exercise program when you’re young to achieve
fitness and health benefits from exercise
b. Partly true – you can make slight gains in fitness, but there aren’t any real health benefits
c. Partly true – men can still get fitter and feel better after this age, but women gain little after the
menopause
d. False – older people can achieve significant fitness and well-being benefits, and avoid health
problems through regular physical activities
17. What is R.I.C.E. treatment?
a. Rest, Ice, Crutches, Elevation
b. Rest, Ice, Compression, Elevation
c. Rest, Ibuprofen, Crutches, Exercises
d. Reinforcement, Immobilization, Cryotherapy, Electrostimulation
18. Which among the following is NOT a Specific Warm-up Exercise?
a. Forehand rally for table tennis
b. Lay-up for basketball
c. Dig passes for volleyball
d. 15 minute run for chess
19. If a diet claims that you can lose 10 pounds in your first week, will it be safe for you to follow the plan?
a. No, If the diet claims something too good to be true, It is not healthy
b. Yes. If a famous person gave a testimony to its effectiveness, it may be true and healthy
c. Maybe. It depends on my mood.
d. Yes. I think the claim is safe
20. What is the advantage of prioritizing exercise in your daily activities?
a. It improves the quality of your life
b. It decreases chronic illnesses
c. It relieves stress in life
d. All of the above
21. According to the Officials Code of Conduct, officials must master both the rules and this to enforce the rules
of the game
a. Impartiality b. Mechanics c. Punctuality d. Risk-Management
22. Why should we warm-up before physical activity?
a. It increases my body temperature which allows me to increase the rate and force of my
muscular contractions
b. It increases my heart rate and the blood flowing to my muscles
c. Increases the activation of my Central Nervous System (CNS) resulting in improved
coordination, skill accuracy and reaction time
d. All of the above
23. Which of the following behaviors reduces your risks for injury?
a. Limiting intake of alcohol
b. Limiting intake of foods with high cholesterol
c. Always wearing a safety belt when riding an automobile
d. Both a and c
24. Which of the following is NOT a perceived health benefit of being physically active?
a. A good ratio of muscle mass to fat mass is maintained
b. The heart and lungs get stronger, allowing more blood and oxygen to circulate around the body
c. Blood cholesterol levels are kept within a healthy range, and blood vessels are kept strong and
healthy
d. Less calories are burned because of an increase in muscle mass
25. The three ways to “take charge” of your wellness are?
a. Family, Friends, Environment
b. Exercise, Eat right and Sleep
c. Knowledge, Lifestyle, Attitude
d. None of the above