KIQ1 How do body systems influence and respond to movement?
Which endocrine gland is often referred to as the "master gland"?
A. Pancreas
B. Hypothalamus
C. Adrenal gland
D. Pituitary gland
D. Pituitary gland
Which statement BEST explains the dominant energy system during a 45-second maximal effort?
A. The aerobic system immediately provides most ATP
B. The glycolytic system provides a major contribution during the high-intensity effort
C. The ATP-PC system remains dominant for the entire 45 seconds
D. Only one energy system operates during the effort
B. The glycolytic system provides a major contribution during the high-intensity effort
How does an associative learner differ from a cognitive learner?
A. They are unable to detect mistakes
B. Their movements are completely automatic
C. They are totally dependent on coach feedback
D. They generally make fewer errors and demonstrate greater consistency
D. They generally make fewer errors and demonstrate greater consistency
Which scenario BEST demonstrates the influence of personal identity on participation?
A. A student joins a team to improve fitness
B. A student joins because their friends expect them to
C. A student joins after encouragement from a coach
D. A student joins because they see themselves as "a sporty person"
D. A student joins because they see themselves as "a sporty person"
How does smooth muscle assist digestive function?
A. By stabilising abdominal joints
B. By producing digestive enzymes
C. By absorbing nutrients into the bloodstream
D. By propelling food through involuntary contractions
D. By propelling food through involuntary contractions
Which energy system provides the greatest contribution during a maximal 5-second sprint?
A. Aerobic
B. Glycolytic
C. ATP-PC
D. Oxidative
C. ATP-PC
Blocked practice is MOST effective when the goal is to:
A. Refine technique during early learning
B. Simulate unpredictable game situations
C. Enhance decision-making under pressure
D. Develop adaptability to changing environments
A. Refine technique during early learning
Which interval type is designed to develop the anaerobic threshold?
A. Long intervals
B. Sprint intervals
C. Short intervals
D. Medium intervals
A. Long intervals
During gaseous exchange in the lungs, oxygen moves:
A. From the blood into the alveoli
B. From the alveoli into the blood
C. From the muscles directly into the lungs
D. From the arteries into the atmosphere
B. From the alveoli into the blood
Which nutrient is the body's preferred fuel source during moderate-to-high intensity exercise?
A. Protein
B. Carbohydrate
C. Vitamins
D. Minerals
B. Carbohydrate
Which of the following reflects an improvement in decision-making during match play?
A. Tactical awareness
B. Muscular strength
C. Task-intrinsic feedback
D. Gross motor coordination
A. Tactical awareness
Why are some athletes naturally better suited to endurance events?
A. They have no fast-twitch muscle fibres
B. They may possess a greater proportion of slow-twitch muscle fibres
C. They rely exclusively on the ATP-PC system
D. They have fewer mitochondria
B. They may possess a greater proportion of slow-twitch muscle fibres
Which response occurs when exercising at altitude?
A. Increased availability of oxygen
B. Reduced heart rate
C. Increased heart rate to compensate for reduced oxygen availability
D. Decreased breathing rate
C. Increased heart rate to compensate for reduced oxygen availability
Which dietary pattern would BEST support adequate iron intake?
A. Chicken and broccoli
B. Lean meats and legumes
C. Milk, cheese and yoghurt
D. Oats and sunflower seeds
B. Lean meats and legumes
Which type of feedback comes from the performer's own sensory information?
A. Extrinsic feedback
B. Knowledge of results
C. Intrinsic feedback
D. Coach feedback
C. Intrinsic feedback
Which biomechanical adjustment would generally increase stability?
A. Raising the centre of gravity
B. Narrowing the base of support
C. Lowering the centre of gravity and widening the base of support
D. Moving the line of gravity outside the base of support
C. Lowering the centre of gravity and widening the base of support
During the extension phase of a vertical jump, which muscles are primarily responsible for extending the knee?
A. Hamstrings
B. Quadriceps
C. Biceps
D. Abdominals
B. Quadriceps
During prolonged, lower-intensity exercise, which energy system becomes dominant?
A. ATP-PC
B. Aerobic
C. Glycolytic
D. Phosphagen only
B. Aerobic
Random practice is particularly useful for developing:
A. Automatic repetition of one isolated skill
B. Adaptability and decision-making in changing situations
C. Muscular strength
D. Cardiovascular endurance
B. Adaptability and decision-making in changing situations
Contemporary forms of exercise such as group fitness, social running clubs and community sport can promote social cohesion by:
A. Reducing interaction between participants
B. Creating shared experiences and opportunities for connection
C. Focusing exclusively on competition
D. Limiting participation to highly skilled performers
B. Creating shared experiences and opportunities for connection