Physical Education MCQs

1. Which of the following is the most accurate description of muscle hypertrophy?
(A) The reduction in muscle fiber size due to inactivity
(B) The increase in the number of muscle fibers
(C) The increase in the size of individual muscle fibers
(D) The process of muscle tissue degeneration

2. In the GAS (General Adaptation Syndrome) model, which phase refers to the body’s immediate reaction to a new stressor, including an increase in heart rate and blood pressure?
(A) Resistance phase
(B) Exhaustion phase
(C) Alarm phase
(D) Recovery phase

3. Which energy system is primarily used during high-intensity, short-duration activities, such as a 100-meter sprint?
(A) Aerobic system
(B) Anaerobic lactic system
(C) Anaerobic alactic system
(D) Phosphagen system

4. Which of the following best defines the concept of “dynamic balance”?
(A) The ability to maintain equilibrium while standing still
(B) The ability to maintain balance while moving
(C) The ability to keep the center of gravity above the base of support in static positions
(D) The ability to recover from instability during sudden changes in direction

5. The aerobic energy system relies predominantly on which macronutrient for sustained energy during long-duration activities?
(A) Protein
(B) Carbohydrates
(C) Fat
(D) Water

6. Which of the following is the most effective method for improving muscular endurance?
(A) Low-intensity, high-repetition exercises
(B) High-intensity, low-repetition exercises
(C) High-intensity interval training (HIIT)
(D) Plyometric exercises

7. What is the term for the training principle that involves progressively increasing the intensity of a workout to enhance the body’s adaptations?
(A) Reversibility
(B) Specificity
(C) Overload
(D) Recovery

8. Which muscle fiber type is best suited for sustained, long-duration activities such as marathon running?
(A) Type I (slow-twitch fibers)
(B) Type IIa (fast-twitch fibers)
(C) Type IIb (fast-twitch fibers)
(D) Type III (intermediate fibers)

9. What is the main role of creatine phosphate during short bursts of high-intensity exercise?
(A) It provides an immediate source of energy for muscle contraction
(B) It helps to convert lactic acid into glucose
(C) It facilitates fat metabolism for energy
(D) It aids in muscle protein synthesis

10. Which of the following nutritional strategies is most beneficial for a high-intensity athlete who needs to replenish glycogen stores quickly after a workout?
(A) A high-protein, low-carbohydrate meal
(B) A balanced meal of fats and proteins
(C) A carbohydrate-rich meal with some protein within 30 minutes post-exercise
(D) A low-fat, high-fiber meal

11. In sports psychology, which of the following describes the concept of “self-talk”?
(A) Talking to teammates during competition to boost morale
(B) The mental conversations individuals have with themselves that influence their behavior
(C) Speaking with a coach before and after practice
(D) Conversing with the audience during a performance

12. Which of the following training methods focuses on both strength and endurance by combining aerobic and anaerobic exercise?
(A) Cross-training
(B) Circuit training
(C) Plyometric training
(D) Flexibility training

13. In sports biomechanics, which of the following is the most accurate definition of angular velocity?
(A) The rate at which an object changes its position
(B) The rate of change of angular displacement per unit time
(C) The force exerted by a rotating body
(D) The distance covered in a given period of time

14. Which stretching technique is most appropriate for improving flexibility and involves moving a joint through its full range of motion in a controlled manner?
(A) Static stretching
(B) Ballistic stretching
(C) Dynamic stretching
(D) Proprioceptive Neuromuscular Facilitation (PNF)

15. Which of the following is the best indicator of cardiovascular fitness?
(A) Maximum heart rate
(B) Resting heart rate
(C) VO2 max (maximum oxygen uptake)
(D) Blood pressure