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Swimming Exam Questions and Answers

This document appears to be a quiz given to students on swimming and water aerobics. It contains multiple choice, true/false, and modified true/false questions testing knowledge of swimming strokes, equipment, skills, and the benefits of aquatic exercise. The quiz covers topics like the purpose of goggles, common swimming strokes, cardiovascular benefits of swimming, and differences between competitive and recreational swimming. It aims to evaluate students' understanding of key swimming and water aerobics concepts.

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Swimming Exam Questions and Answers

This document appears to be a quiz given to students on swimming and water aerobics. It contains multiple choice, true/false, and modified true/false questions testing knowledge of swimming strokes, equipment, skills, and the benefits of aquatic exercise. The quiz covers topics like the purpose of goggles, common swimming strokes, cardiovascular benefits of swimming, and differences between competitive and recreational swimming. It aims to evaluate students' understanding of key swimming and water aerobics concepts.

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Republic of the Philippines

DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION
Region IX
Division of Zamboanga del Sur
POBLACION COMPREHENSIVE NATIONAL HIGH SCHOOL
Poblacion, Lakewood, ZDS
HOPE 4

FIRST QUARTER EXAMINATION

Name: _______________________________ Grade & Section: _______________

Subject Teacher: MS. ABEGAIL Q. PANANG Date: ________________________ SCORE

Directions: Read each statement carefully. Write TRUE if the statement is correct and write FALSE if
the statement is incorrect.
_____ 1. Goggles is used as an eye protector during competitive swimming.
_____ 2. Swimming was discovered first by the Americans.
_____ 3. In swimming, both arms and feet are widely used.
_____ 4. Equipment such as compressed oxygen tank is required in competitive swimming.
_____ 5. One of the common swimming strokes is freestyle.
_____ 6. Wearing the appropriate swimming attire hinders your swimming performance.
_____ 7. One of the basic skills in swimming is floating.
_____ 8. Swimming in the pool during leisure time is an example of competitive swimming.
_____ 9. Cardiovascular endurance is an important fitness component in swimming.
_____ 10. Back stroke is the most difficult among all the swimming strokes.

Directions: Read each statement carefully. Write FACT if the statement is correct and write BLUFF if the
statement is incorrect.
______________ 1. Water aerobics is a method of resistance training.
______________ 2. Water aerobics is an activity intended for an elder group only.
______________ 3. Only those who can swim can participate in the water aerobics activity.
______________ 4. Water aerobics is a muscle resistance training which challenges your muscles.
______________ 5. The heart rate is the number of your heart beats per minute.
______________ 6. The water’s buoyancy supports your body weight.
______________ 7. One of the basic skills in swimming is floating.
______________ 8. Heart rate and rate of perceived exertion are called psychological indicators.
______________ 9. Participating in water exercises does not contribute in developing our heart.
______________ 10. Only those who knows how to float can participate in water aerobics.
DIRECTIONS: Modified True or False. Read the statements carefully. Write TRUE if the statement is
correct. Write FALSE if the statement is incorrect and underline the word or phrase which made the
statement incorrect.
1. Kickboards are devices made of foam or other materials that float, and they come in a variety of
shapes and sizes.
2. Strokes are the arm movements used to pull the body through the water.
3. Learning swimming and water safety is the main objective of the activity of competitive
swimming. (Learning to swim and its water safety is the main objective of the activity of competitive
swimming.)
4. The breast stroke is typically used for speed, as it allows for a streamlined movement that helps
the body glide through the water.
5. Exercising in water adds natural resistance to your workout, which helps build stronger muscles.
This statement supports the body composition fitness component.
6. Floating provides propulsion through the water. It is also used in treading water.
7. Swimming is an excellent cardiovascular activity because it involves continuous movement of
large muscle mass.
8. Goggles, fins, and bathing cap are all examples of swimming strokes.
9. The most basic and essential swimming skill is simply becoming comfortable in the water.
10. The butterfly stroke is done on the stomach, with both arms in the water while the body is pulled
backward.

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Water aerobics is akin to resistance training on land as it challenges muscles through water resistance, offering strength-building benefits . Unlike land exercises, the water provides uniform resistance from all directions and reduces joint impact, making it safe and effective for various fitness levels .

Water's buoyancy supports body weight, reducing the stress on joints and muscles, which makes it ideal for exercise across various age groups, including older adults and those unable to perform high-impact exercises . This property allows participants to engage in challenging workouts like water aerobics without risking injury .

Breaststroke is not typically used for speed but rather for its ease of breathing and energy conservation, allowing for endurance over long distances . The stroke involves simultaneous, symmetrical movements that are not optimized for speed compared to freestyle or butterfly .

Cardiovascular endurance is crucial in swimming because it involves the continuous movement of large muscle masses, which requires sustained energy and oxygen supply to these working muscles . This endurance enables swimmers to maintain their breathing efficiency and stamina over longer periods of exercise .

Swimming contributes to overall fitness by improving cardiovascular endurance through the continuous, rhythmic movement of muscles . It also enhances muscular strength and endurance due to the constant resistance of water, improves flexibility through a wide range of motion, and supports body composition by integrating all major muscle groups during workouts .

Freestyle is common due to its efficiency and speed, involving a streamlined body position that minimizes water resistance . Compared to strokes like breaststroke, freestyle allows for continuous propulsion without interruption, making it faster and more energy-efficient .

It is incorrect because water aerobics does not necessarily require swimming skills. The exercises are often performed in shallow water where participants can maintain contact with the pool floor, allowing non-swimmers to engage safely .

Claiming that appropriate swimming attire hinders performance is false. Proper attire reduces drag, improves buoyancy, and ensures unrestricted movement, enhancing performance. Poorly fitted or inappropriate attire can increase resistance and decrease efficiency .

Floating does not provide propulsion; instead, it aids in maintaining buoyancy and stability in water, which are essential for efficient movement like treading water. Propulsion is achieved through strokes and kicks that generate forward momentum .

The critical components of floating include body position, relaxation, and controlled breathing. These elements allow swimmers to stay buoyant and maintain calmness in water, which is essential for water safety and preventing panic during unexpected situations .

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