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.

41.

Which of the following factors does not affect posture ?

A.

complexion

B.

Heredity

C.

Habit

D.

Age

Correct answer is A

Posture is affected by factors such as age, habit, and heredity. Complexion, which refers to the natural color, texture, and appearance of the skin, does not affect posture

42.

Which of the following is an example of non-contact games

A.

boxing

B.

wrestling

C.

swimming

D.

taewondo

Correct answer is C

Examples of non-contact games are swimming, darts, gymnastics, snooker, chess, badminton and sprinting

43.

Who is regarded as the father of physical eduction in Nigeria ?

A.

Eze Achiugo

B.

J.A Adedeji

C.

M. T Adiuku

D.

Harding James Ekperigin

Correct answer is D

Harding James Ekperigin is widely recognized as the father of physical education in Nigeria. He made significant contributions to the development and promotion of physical education in the country

44.

Which of the following is a field event ?

A.

Javelin throw

B.

Hurdles race

C.

100m race

D.

relay race

Correct answer is A

Field events
- Long jump
- High jump
- Triple jump
- Pole vault
- Shot put (throw)
- Discus (throw)
- Hammer throw
- Javelin throw

45.

Food serves the following purpose except ____

A.

provide energy

B.

enhance growth

C.

increase hunger.

D.

eliminate hunger

Correct answer is C

Food serves to eliminate hunger, provide energy, and enhance growth. However, it does not increase hunger. Instead, it satisfies hunger