Physical Education questions and answers

Physical Education Questions and Answers

Test your physical competence and knowledge of movement and safety with these JAMB and WAEC past questions.

101.

The air we breathe in during physical activities is called

A.

Ammonia

B.

Carbon dioxide

C.

Oxygen

D.

Nitrogen

Correct answer is B

The air we breathe in is oxygen. We breathe out carbon dioxide

102.

Which of the following aspects is concerned with the development of the muscles of the legs, arms and abdomen?

A.

Emotional

B.

Mental

C.

Physical

D.

Psychological

Correct answer is C

This is the physical aspect

103.

The following are causes of postural defects except

A.

Accident

B.

Diseases

C.

Emotion

D.

Illness

Correct answer is D

Illness is not a cause of postural defects

104.

Which of the following diseases does regular exercise correct?

A.

Goiter

B.

Kwashiokor

C.

Obesity

D.

Pellagra

Correct answer is C

Regular exercise helps to correct Obesity. Obesity is the build of excessive fat in the body. Regular exercise helps to burn down this excess fat

105.

The physical fitness component that is necessary for a high jumper is

A.

agility

B.

balance

C.

endurance

D.

flexibility

Correct answer is D

The stronger and more flexible a high jumper muscles are in the legs, hips, shoulders and arms, the better their jumps will be.