GCSE PE PAPER 2

Physical, Emotional and Social Health, Fitness and Wellbeing, Consequences of a Sedentary Lifestyle

100

What is meant by physical health? (1)

• A state of the body functioning effectively / free from illness or injury (1) 

200

State two health risks of a sedentary lifestyle (2)

• Obesity (1)
• Heart disease (1)
• Type 2 diabetes (1)
  (max 2)

200

Give two benefits of good emotional health. (2)

• Reduced stress/anxiety (1)
• Better coping with pressure (1)
• Increased confidence/self-esteem (1)
  (max 2)

250

Explain how a sedentary lifestyle can affect physical health. (2)

• Leads to weight gain due to low energy expenditure (1)
• Reduces cardiovascular fitness (1)
• Increases risk of disease (e.g. CHD) (1)

300

Identify 3 ways how regular exercise can improve social wellbeing (3)

• Opportunities to meet people/make friends (1)
• Improves communication/teamwork skills (1)
• Leads to a sense of belonging/inclusion 
• Working towards shared goals gives a sense of accomplishment (1)

Energy Use, Diet, Nutrition and Hydration

100

What is the function of fiber(1)

Supports digestions

Prevents Constipation

Regulates blood sugar

200

What nutrient is the main energy source for a long-distance runner? (1)

Carbohydrates as it is the aerobic energy system being used

200

Give two functions of carbohydrates. (2)

• Provide energy (1)
• Fuel for exercise (1)

250

Explain why hydration is important for a tennis player during a match. (2)

• Prevents dehydration during long rallies (1)
• Maintains performance levels (1)
• Helps regulate body temperature (1) 

300

Explain why hydration is important during exercise (3)

• Prevents dehydration (1)
• Maintains performance (1)
• Helps regulate body temperature (1) 

Classification of Skills Guidance and Feedback and Mental Preparation

100

Give one example of an open skill and one of a closed skill.(1)

• Open skill example (e.g. passing in football) (1)
• Closed skill example (e.g. free throw in basketball) (1)

200

State two mental preparation techniques a gymnast may use  (2)

• Visualisation (1)
• Positive self-talk (1)
• Goal setting (1)

200

State two types of feedback (2)

• Intrinsic (1)
• Extrinsic (1)
• Concurrent (1)
• Terminal (1)

250

Explain 2 ways mental preparation can improve performance for a diver (2)

• Increases confidence (1)
• Reduces anxiety/stress (1)
• Improves focus/concentration (1)

300

Explain how feedback can improve performance. (3)

• Identifies strengths/weaknesses (1)
• Allows corrections to technique (1)
• Reinforces good performance (1)

Engagement Patterns and Commercialisation

100

What is commercialisation in sport(1)

• Making money from sport (1) 

200

State two sources of income in football (2)

• Sponsorship (1)
• Advertising (1)
• Ticket sales (1)

200

State two factors that affect participation in sport. (2)

• Age (1)
• Gender (1)
• Disability (1)
• Socio-economic status (1)
• Ethnicity

250

Explain how gender can affect participation in sport. (2)

• Stereotypes may discourage participation (1)
• Media coverage differences (1)
• Access/opportunities may differ (1)

300

Explain the relationship between sport, media and sponsorship. (3)

• Media increases exposure of sport (1)
• Sponsors fund sport for advertising (1)
• Sport gains money → improves quality/popularity (1)

Ethical and Socio-Cultural Issues

100

What is sportsmanship(1)

fair and respectful behaviour in sport (1)

200

State two examples of unethical behaviour in athletics. (2)

• Doping (1)
• False starts/cheating (1)
• Gamesmanship (1)

200

State two examples of unethical behaviour in sport. (2)

• Doping (1)
• Cheating (1)
• Gamesmanship (1)

250

Explain why performance-enhancing drugs are banned in cycling (2)

• Gives unfair advantage (1)
• Can harm athlete’s health (1)
• Breaks rules/against spirit of sport (1) 

300

Identify 3 reasons why performance-enhancing drugs are banned in sport. (3)

• Unfair advantage (1)
• Health risks (1)
• Against rules/ethics of sport (1)