Republic of the Philippines

WESTERN MINDANAO STATE UNIVERSITY

COLLEGE OF PHYSICAL EDUCATION, RECREATION AND SPORTS
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MID TERM EXAMINATION

PE 3 SWIMMING & WATER SAFETY

DIRECTIONS. This is a 30-item multiple choice mid-term examination for 30 minutes

only. Exceeding minutes beyond the specific time will have a
corresponding point deductions ( number of minutes equals number of
deductions). Answers only and send it to our GC in messenger.

1. This is the earliest form of a swimming stroke that was used when a person fell into the water
and tried his best to survive using the human stroke, which is known as;

A. dog paddle C. Atlantis

B. Crawl D. Freestyle

2. In the Ancient times, swimming was considered an important activity in training for

A. Swimmers C. Dancers
B. Soldiers D. Athletes

3. During the early 19th century, swimming was revived when the English people organized
swimming competition in 1840.

A. Australia C. England
B. Bahamas D. Canada
4. In 1908, the world swimming association, (FINA) was formed which stands for:
A. Federation Internationale de Notation
B. Federation Internationale de Notatione
C. Federation Internationale de Natation
D. Federation Internationale de Natatione

5. Is an art of self-support or self-movement by means of hands and feet in or on the water

generally practiced as a sport or means of recreation. (Internet)
A. Definition of Dance C. Definition of Ballet
B. Definition of Swimming D. Definition of Synchronized Swimming

6. Look good, feel good and better about their bodies, which in turn makes them more
comfortable in their own skin and confident in themselves are examples of

A. Physical benefits of swimming

B. Emotional benefits of swimming
 C. Mental benefits of swimming
D. Social benefits of swimming

7. For youngsters and adults alike, swimming is a great way to meet new friends and connect
with those with similar interests. Swimming pools serve as a hub for all sorts of activities,
social
gatherings, and community activities, including:

A. Swimming lessons C. Pool parties & backyard barbecues

B. Competitive swim teams D. All of the above

8. Swimming increases the heart rate without putting stress on the body, improves strength,
tones muscles, enhances fitness and helps to manage weight can get through;

A. Building cardiovascular strength C. A great skill to have

B. Good for people with disabilities D. A whole-body workout

9. Swimming is an excellent way to burn

A. calories C. fats
B. sugar D. celluloids

10. An Olympic sized swimming pool (first used at the 1924 Olympics) is a pool that meets
FINA’s
additional standards for the Olympic Games and the for world championship events. It must be:

A. 50 meters in length by 25 meters wide

B. 50 meters wide by 25 meters in length
C. 50 meters in length by 25 meters in length
D. 50 meters wide by 25 meters wide

11. Competitive pool designed with how many lanes of 2.5 meters each plus two areas of 2.5
meters each side of the pool.

A. 5 C. 6
B. 7 D. 8

12. The main purpose of this thing is to keep the hair in place, especially for those who have
long
hair, is called;

A. Swimming cup C. Swimming cuff

B. Swimming gear D. swimming cap

13. This kind of swimming accessory can be used to protect the eyes from chlorinated water.

A. Goggles C. Gaggles
B. Googles D. Giggles

14. Is widely used in synchronized swimming and sometimes in swimming backstroke.

A. Nose bud C. Nose lift

B. Nose clip D. Nose line
15. They are made of Styrofoam that is compose of 6” to 8” long cylinder shaped pieces. It
should
be held between the thighs, this is called;

A. Kickboards C. Pull Buoys

B. Fins D. Hand paddle

16. It is approximately 22” X 12” with one rounded end. It supports the part of the body and
allows one to breath normally as in developing a strong kick.

A. Kickboards C. Pull Buoys

B. Fins D. Hand paddle

17. It comes in a variety of size and style. They may have either a full shoe foot or a foot pocket
with a heel strap.

A. Kickboards C. Pull Buoys

B. Fins D. Hand paddle

18. This eliminates shoulder stress and promotes high elbow in the pull and recovery phase of
the stroke.
A. Kickboards C. Pull Buoys
B. Fins D. Hand paddle

19. To inhale and hold the inspired air for a certain period of time before exhaling.
A Inhaling C. Exhaling
B. Bobling D. Breath holding

20. To move the legs in alternate and downward, originating from the hips down to the toes
which are slightly pointing toward or inward while the knees and ankles are held
flexible.
A. Frog kick C. Flying kick
B. Swan kick D. Flutter kick

21. Propel the body lying on the back face upward. To float one’s back with limbs extended.

A Floating C. Tuck float

B. Prone float D. Supine float

22. To fold the body like a ball with the hands interlocking with the knees and face.

A Floating C. Tuck float

B. Prone float D. Supine float

23. To move smoothly and continuously under the water.

A Floating C. Gliding.
B. Push off D. Supine float

24. Swinging of the arm above the surface up to the initial start in the pool.
 A Cycle C. Arm recovery
B. Swing out D. Breathing arms

25. To propel oneself in the water using hands in a figure of eight.

A Floating C. Gliding.
B. Sculling D. Supine float

26. Always swim with a companion. This means

A Never swim alone C. Never swim alone

B. Never swim alone D. All of the above

27. Use the proper attire for swimming. Take a shower before and after swimming. Non-
swimmers are not allowed in the pool area. These are

A. Health benefits C. Swimming fundamentals

B. Rules and Safety measures D. Just a saying.

According to some swimming fundamentalists, who said the following?

28. ” Pressure is exerted upward called buoyancy”.

A. Buoyancy or Archmedes’Law.
B. Newton’s Third Law of Motion.
C. Bermoulli’s Principles of Streamlining. w

29. “For every action, there’s an equal and opposite reaction. The greater the resistance of the
water, the greater the forward thrust”.

A. Buoyancy or Archmedes’Law.
B. Newton’s Third Law of Motion.
C. Bermoulli’s Principles of Streamlining.

30. “Keeping body aligned with your central axis”.

A. Buoyancy or Archmedes’Law.
B. Newton’s Third Law of Motion.
C. Bermoulli’s Principles of Streamlining.

Prepared & Submitted By:

Indian Summer
03XI20

CHRISTINE JOY MOLINA

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