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1. In which one of these activities is reaction time most important? (1)

A - Golf B - GymnasticsC – Horse ridingD – Table Tennis 2. Lactic acid production occurs when an athlete’s body is: (1)

A - Digesting a large meal B - Working aerobically C - Working anaerobically D - Sitting still for a long period of time3. Fitness testing is often used as a motivational tool.

State two other reasons why fitness testing is carried out. (2)

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4. Figure 5 shows a performer weight training. This movement is brought about by the muscular and skeletal systems working together.

A BExplain how the muscles and bones work together to produce the movement from position A to position B. (3)......................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................

5. Figures 3 and 4 show performers using different skills in their sports.

(a) Identify which is the more complex skill: dribbling in hockey or running in a marathon. (1)..............................................................................................................................................................(b) Give two characteristics of a complex skill. (2)1..........................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................2..........................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................

Answers1. D

2. C

3. To identify strengths and / or weaknesses in a performance (1) • To evaluate the success of a training programme (1) • To monitor improvement, eg in strength (1) • To show a starting level of fitness (1) • To inform training requirements (1) • To compare against norms of the group / national averages (1)

4. Bicep is the agonist / the prime mover which contracts / shortens to cause the movement from A to B • Biceps are attached to bones in the lower arm via tendons (1) • Biceps contraction causes a pull on the bones in the lower arm (radius) (1) • Causing flexion at the elbow (1) • Tricep is the antagonist which relaxes / lengthens during the movement (1) • Contraction of the bicep allows movement at the third class lever (1)

5.(a) Figure 3/Dribbling in hockey

(b) Complex skills: ● Require more thought/concentration to execute ● Require more control/coordination to execute (1) ● Are more difficult (to perform) (1) ● Require more practice (1)