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Physical Education Basics

Physical Education

Fundamental knowledge about physical health, sports, and exercise.

health fitness sports
15 Questions Easy Ages 5+ Sep 4, 2026

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1 Which organ is primarily responsible for pumping blood throughout the human body?
  • A Lungs
  • B Heart
  • C Liver
  • D Stomach
2 What is the recommended minimum duration for moderate physical activity for adults per week?
  • A 30 minutes
  • B 1 hour
  • C 150 minutes
  • D 500 minutes
3 Which of these is considered a cardiovascular exercise?
  • A Running
  • B Weightlifting
  • C Yoga
  • D Stretching
4 What nutrient is most important for muscle repair and growth after exercise?
  • A Carbohydrates
  • B Fats
  • C Protein
  • D Sugar
5 Which term describes the ability of a joint to move through its full range of motion?
  • A Strength
  • B Flexibility
  • C Agility
  • D Endurance
6 What is the primary gas that humans inhale during respiration?
  • A Carbon dioxide
  • B Nitrogen
  • C Oxygen
  • D Helium
7 Which of these sports uses a racket?
  • A Basketball
  • B Tennis
  • C Soccer
  • D Swimming
8 What is the main purpose of a warm-up before exercise?
  • A To get tired
  • B To prepare the body and reduce injury risk
  • C To build muscle mass
  • D To improve sleep
9 Which bone protects the brain?
  • A Femur
  • B Rib cage
  • C Skull
  • D Pelvis
10 How many players are on the court for one team in a standard game of basketball?
  • A 5
  • B 7
  • C 11
  • D 9
11 Which mineral is essential for maintaining strong bones and teeth?
  • A Iron
  • B Calcium
  • C Sodium
  • D Potassium
12 What does BMI stand for in health and fitness?
  • A Body Muscle Index
  • B Basic Metabolic Intake
  • C Body Mass Index
  • D Bone Mineral Intensity
13 Which activity is best for improving muscular endurance?
  • A Sprinting
  • B Performing many repetitions of low-weight exercises
  • C Sleeping
  • D Eating breakfast
14 What is the name of the fluid that cushions joints?
  • A Plasma
  • B Synovial fluid
  • C Bile
  • D Saliva
15 Which of these is a common team sport played on a field with a ball and goalposts?
  • A Swimming
  • B Cycling
  • C Soccer
  • D Archery
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