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.

31.

Which organ is not part of the alimentary canal?

A.

Jejunum

B.

stomach

C.

colon

D.

skin

Correct answer is D

The alimentary canal is referred to as the pathway by which food enters our body and moves out through the anus after digestion. The main organs of the alimentary canal includes mouth, oesophagus, stomach, small intestine and large intestine. Skin is an excretory organ

32.

How many players make up a basketball team on the court at a time?

A.

6

B.

6

C.

12

D.

7

Correct answer is B

There are 5 players on a basketball team on the court at a time

33.

Saliva helps in the digestion of

A.

Starch

B.

Protein

C.

Fat

D.

Vitamins

Correct answer is A

Saliva does not digest protein, fat and fibres. Saliva is a watery substance produced in the mouth of some animals including humans. Saliva contains enzymes that breaks down starch

34.

To promote unity and solidarity among African nations, All Africa games was founded by the African Union (AU). What year were the first games held ?

A.

1965

B.

1985

C.

1955

D.

1975

Correct answer is A

The first All Africa games were held in 1965. The All-Africa Games is an important regional event which helps to promote unity and solidarity among African nations. It was founded by the African Union (AU)

35.

Which of the following is not a throw event ?

A.

javelin throw

B.

pole vault

C.

hammer throw

D.

shot put

Correct answer is B

Pole vault is not a throw event. It is a field event in athletics where a person uses a long, flexible pole (which today is usually made either of fiberglass or carbon fiber) as an aid to jump over a bar. Javelin throw, shot put, and hammer throw are all throw events