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Midterm Examination in PE 3 (Swimming)

1st Semester, SY: 2020-2021
(Online Examination)
Name: ____________________________________ Course & Year: ____________
TEST I. True or False: Write TRUE if the statement is valid and FALSE if otherwise. If the statement is
FALSE, underline the word(s) that makes it wrong.
___________1. One Long Blast is used when a guard is performing a rescue. When this
happens, all other guards must stand up in their chairs and be sure to cover the area of the
guard performing the rescue. Be alert for a call to assist.
___________2. Two Blasts is used to get the attention of a guest or another guard. Call the
guest over to enforce a rule. It is difficult to hear across the pool.
___________3. Three Blasts Clears the pool. When you hear a whistle, look towards the
whistle to define your role in assisting in the emergency.
___________4. One Blast is used when a guard is getting out of the chair and needs
assistance by other guards. The closest guard is to assist in the situation; all other guards
remain standing in chairs and cover area of guards performing the rescue.
___________5. Aerobic is a physical exercise intense enough to cause lactate to form. It is use
d by athletes in non-endurance sports to promote strength, speed and power; and by body
builders to build muscle mass.
___________6. In 1980 swimming has been included in the programme of the Olympics.
___________7. The FINA (Fédération Internationale de Natation. In English:
International Swimming Federation) was founded in 1808
___________ 8. The first official swimming competition in Europe was organized in the
UK in 1869.
___________9. Captain Barton is considered to be a great short-course swimmer in 1876.
___________10. Anaerobic is a physical exercise of low intensity that depends primarily on
the energy-generating process relating to, involving, or requiring free oxygen.
___________11. The 100-meter-long swimming pool was built in front of the main box of the
Olympic Stadium, which housed the event.

TEST II. Organizing Concept: Chronologically arrange the following steps in performing a single guard
rescue in the event of an emergency. Write 1-9 to determine your answer in the space provided.
____________ 12. Recognize emergency and act
____________ 13. Witnesses interviewed, reports completed by Supervisor.
____________ 14. Equipment checked and replaced.
____________ 15. Equipment Room Staff Member notified and designated to meet EMS.
____________ 16. Proceed with rescue
____________ 17. Supervisor moves to area to assist and to call EMS if necessary.
____________ 18. Lifeguard returns to duty.
____________ 19. 2 whistle blasts
____________ 20. Other guards stand and provide backup and coverage

TEST III. Multiple Choice: Write the letter of the correct answer on the space provided below

_______ 21. A kick where both legs move up and down at the same time.
A. Mermaid Kick
B. Dolphin Kick
 C. Dog Paddle
D. Frog Kick
_______ 22. Refers to the arm's motion that can help you float in the water.
A. Scrolling
B. Strolling
C. Sculling
D. Streamlining
_______ 23. The method of aligning the body so as to reduce resistance in the water.
A. Back Float
B. Front Float
C. Sculling
D. Streamlining
E. Coke Float
_______ 24. The most popular and easiest kick.
A. Side Kick
B. Flutter Kick
C. Kickyam
D. Dolphin Kick
_______ 25. The final phase of the arm stroke, a smooth rounded movement in which the stroke continues
into the air.
A. Streamlining
B. Recovery
C. Treading
D. Breaststroke
_______ 26. The leg motions that are a lot like riding a bicycle.
A. Flatter Kick
B. Sculling
C. Treading
D. Cycling
_______ 27. Regarded by the novice as the easiest stroke, but considered by the expert as the most
difficult.
A. Sculling
B. Butterfly
C. Freestyle
D. Breaststroke
_______ 28. It begins by fully extending your legs followed by bending it up to your hips, then spreading
your legs with a strong kick and end it by squeezing the water with your legs.
A. Frog Kick
B. Dolphin Kick
C. Kickyam
D. Flatter Kick
_______ 29. This is the easiest and a common activity all over the world because of its accessibility to
different types of water which surround the world.
A. Water Polo
B. Rowing
C. Swimming
D. Synchronize swimming
_______ 30. Which among the following is considered as the oldest swimming form?
A. Back Stroke
B. Butterfly
C. Freestyle
D. Breaststroke
_______ 31. In what year Federation Internationale de Natation (FINA) was formed?
A. 1908
B. 1902
C. 1930’s
D. 1896
_______ 32. Which among the following demonstrates the Horizontal Back Float?
A. You lie on your back in the water with your back slightly arched, your arms out to the sides and
your legs straight. Your face won’t go underwater and your legs, if relaxed will float
B. You float on your back or your chest in a horizontal position with the arms and legs spread apart
C. A basic swimming technique in which you float on your back with your arms and legs spread apart.
 D. This floating technique is sometimes taught in the first stage of swimming lessons and also known
as the survival float
_______ 33. Which among the following demonstrates the Starfish Float?
A. You float on your back or your chest in a horizontal position with the arms and legs spread apart.
B. A basic swimming technique in which you float on your back with your arms and legs spread apart.
C. This floating technique is sometimes taught in the first stage of swimming lessons and also known
as the survival float
D. You lie on your back in the water with your back slightly arched, your arms out to the sides and
your legs straight. Your face won’t go underwater and your legs, if relaxed will float
_______ 34. Which among the following that best describe the Jellyfish float?
A. This floating technique is sometimes taught in the first stage of swimming lessons and also known
as the survival float
B. a basic swimming technique in which you float on your back with your arms and legs spread apart.
C. you lie on your back in the water with your back slightly arched, your arms out to the sides and your
legs straight. Your face won’t go underwater and your legs, if relaxed will float
D. you float on your back or your chest in a horizontal position with the arms and legs spread apart.
_______ 35. Which among the following that best describe the Survival Float?
A. This floating technique is sometimes taught in the first stage of swimming lessons and also known
as the survival float
B. a basic swimming technique in which you float on your back with your arms and legs spread apart.
C. you lie on your back in the water with your back slightly arched, your arms out to the sides and your
legs straight. Your face won’t go underwater and your legs, if relaxed will float
D. you float on your back or your chest in a horizontal position with the arms and legs spread apart.
_______ 36. Which among the following kicks is used in Butterfly Stroke?
A. Dolphin Kick
B. Frog Kick
C. Flutter
D. Scissor Kick
_______ 37. Which among the following kicks is used in Freestyle Stroke?
A. Scissor Kick
B. Flutter
C. Frog Kick
D. Dolphin Kick
_______ 38. Which among the following kicks is used in Breaststroke?
A. Scissor Kick
B. Flutter
C. Frog Kick
D. Dolphin Kick
_______ 39. Which among the following kicks is used in Backstroke Stroke?
A. Scissor Kick
B. Flutter
C. Frog Kick
D. Dolphin Kick
_______ 40. Which among the following exhibits the basic swimming technique called sculling?
A. Push yourself away from the ground with your feet, with enough momentum so that your legs move
upward to the water surface.
B. Curl up into a ball by drawing your legs against your chest, and brace your legs with your arms.

C. Rotate your forearms 45° forward and move your hands forward, pushing water forward and
downward with your hands. Keep your arms close to the water surface.
D. Bring your head back up and out of the water while pushing down with your arms and legs. After
you take in a breath, hold it and relax completely for a few seconds to drop back into the water

TEST IV. Identification: Identify what is being described by the sentences below. Write your answer on the
space provided.

______________ 41. He organized the first known swimming competition was held in the isolated island
country in 36 BC.
______________ 42. The proponent of the statement “Those uneducated who can neither swim nor read and
write, cannot hold a public position”
______________ 43. The infamous conqueror who doesn’t know how to swim.
______________ 44. He swam from Linz to Budapest in a specific way, lying on his back, with oars in his
hands and a sail attached to his feet and covered the distance in 52 hours.
______________ 45. The first professional swimming events held for women.
______________ 46. The civilization who were defeated in a famous battle because of their poor knowledge
in swimming.
______________ 47. The civilization were warriors had to swim in attire and weaponry in order to improve
their physical fitness.
______________ 48. These are the procedures for reacting to and communicating situations that arise on the
deck.
______________ 49. The method where you go under the surface of the water, touch the bottom with your
feet and use all your energy to push back up to the surface.
______________ 50. A drill where you float in an upright position with your head above water and with your
arms extended sideways at shoulder level. You use quick sweeping movements of your arms at the water
surface to stay afloat.

Test IV. Essay.

(51-60)
It is said that swimming is the best overall exercise. What do you think are the effects of
COVID-19 crisis to swimming activities and swimming classes? Is it still possible to achieve the
benefits of overall exercise by adapting principles in swimming through dryland or off-water
activities/exercises? Explain.

(61-70)
Provide a detailed account on how swimming has changed over the years?

Prepared by:

MARK JOHNSON M. SAN JUAN, LPT

Part-time Lecturer, P.E. Department

Noted by:
NIMFA F. BUEDRON, EDD-PE
Chair, P.E. Department