Physical Skills: Interactive Learning Quizzes for Fifth Graders

Question 1

Which of the following is NOT a fundamental manipulative skill we are learning in this unit?

Accepted Answer

Dodging

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Throwing

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Catching

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Kicking

Question 2

Dribbling in basketball involves:

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Bouncing the ball with one hand

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Rolling the ball under your foot

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Carrying the ball in both hands

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Passing the ball between players

Question 3

What is the main goal of learning manipulative skills in physical education?

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To develop control and coordination when using objects

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To improve heart and lung health

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To build muscle strength

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To become more flexible

Question 4

Which skill is NOT included in this unit on manipulative skills?

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Jumping

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Throwing

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Catching

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Dribbling

Question 5

What is the main benefit of developing hand-eye coordination?

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Improved accuracy in throwing and catching

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Increased speed and agility

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Enhanced balance and flexibility

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Greater endurance and stamina

Question 6

What is the main purpose of dribbling in a sport like basketball?

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To keep control of the ball

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To move the ball towards the other team's goal

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To pass the ball to a teammate

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To shoot the ball

Question 7

Which surface is best for practicing kicking skills?

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Grass

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Concrete

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Carpet

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Sand

Question 8

Which of these is NOT a safety precaution to follow during manipulative skill practice?

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Wearing loose clothing

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Wearing proper footwear

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Practicing in a designated area

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Removing jewelry

Question 9

What is the main goal of teaching manipulative skills in physical education?

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To improve overall physical fitness and coordination

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To prepare students for competitive sports

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To develop social and teamwork skills

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To enhance academic performance

Question 10

Which of the following skills is NOT covered in this unit?

Accepted Answer

Passing

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Throwing

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Catching

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Kicking

Question 11

What is the best way to stand when catching a ball?

Accepted Answer

Feet apart, knees bent slightly

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Feet together, weight on one leg

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Arms raised above the head

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Arms crossed in front

Question 12

What is the reason we use dribbling in sports?

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To move the ball forward while keeping control

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To change direction quickly

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To pass the ball to a teammate

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To score points

Question 13

Which of the following is NOT involved in dribbling?

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Throwing the ball

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Using your hand-eye coordination

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Keeping your balance

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Moving your feet quickly

Question 14

Which of the following is **not** a manipulative skill you will learn in this unit?

Accepted Answer

Swimming

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Throwing

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Catching

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Dribbling

Question 15

Which of these activities helps you develop hand-eye coordination?

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Juggling

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Jumping rope

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Running

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Cycling

Question 16

Why is it important to warm up before practicing manipulative skills?

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To prevent injuries

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To improve performance

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To socialize with classmates

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To waste time

Question 17

How can doing manipulative skills help you get more fit?

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By increasing your heart rate

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By building muscle strength

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By improving flexibility

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By reducing body fat

Question 18

In this unit, which skill is NOT covered?

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Running

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Throwing

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Catching

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Dribbling

Question 19

When throwing a ball overhead, which body part should you start with?

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Shoulder

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Elbow

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Head

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Foot

Question 20

To improve your hand-eye coordination, what's the best activity?

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Playing catch

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Watching TV

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Eating healthy foods

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Sleeping

Question 21

Which of these is NOT a benefit of playing manipulative skill games?

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Decreased physical fitness

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Improved coordination

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Increased hand-eye coordination

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Reduced stress

Question 22

To catch a ball at shoulder height, what's the correct hand position?

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Both hands, thumbs together

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One hand, palm facing up

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One hand, palm facing down

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Elbows bent, hands clasped

Question 23

When throwing a ball underhand, which body part should be closest to your target?

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Wrist

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Shoulder

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Elbow

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Heel

Question 24

Which drill do we usually do to practice throwing and catching at different distances?

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Target practice

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Interval training

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Relay race

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Obstacle course

Question 25

What is the main difference between throwing and kicking?

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The body part you use

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How far the object goes

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How fast you move

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Why you are doing it

Question 26

What is the best way to get better at dribbling?

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Practice a lot.

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Watch videos of famous athletes.

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Read books about dribbling.

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Use a ball with extra weight.

Question 27

How do manipulative skills enhance an athlete's performance in sports?

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They improve accuracy and control while handling the ball or object.

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They enhance coordination and timing during complex movements.

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They boost an athlete's speed and agility.

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They increase muscle strength and endurance.

Question 28

How do manipulative skills help you solve problems and make decisions?

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They improve your coordination and spatial awareness, which are important for problem-solving.

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They make your muscles stronger, which helps you make better decisions.

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They reduce stress, which can make it harder to make decisions.

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They improve your memory, which is helpful for solving problems.

Question 29

Which activity is most effective for improving hand-eye coordination?

Accepted Answer

Juggling

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Jumping rope

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Hopscotch

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Swimming

Question 30

Which of these drills is the best way to practice catching a ball?

Accepted Answer

Throwing and catching with a partner

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Juggling multiple balls

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Standing in one spot and catching thrown balls

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Running and catching balls at different speeds

Question 31

What is the correct starting position for a soccer kick?

Accepted Answer

Feet apart at shoulder-width, ball in front

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Feet together, ball beside

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Feet apart widely, ball behind

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Kneeling, ball in front

Question 32

How does spatial awareness help you perform manipulative skills better, especially in team sports?

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It helps you predict where objects and people will move, so you can coordinate and time your actions better.

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It's only important in individual sports, not team sports.

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It doesn't affect manipulative skills at all.

Question 33

In a game, what skill is most crucial for successfully catching a ball?

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Excellent hand-eye coordination

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Swiftly running towards the ball

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Strong arm muscles

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Awareness of teammates' positions

Question 34

In soccer, where should you ideally strike the ball for maximum control and accuracy?

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Center of the ball

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Side of the ball

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Top of the ball

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Bottom of the ball

Question 35

Safety should be a priority when practicing manipulative skills. Which precaution is crucial?

Accepted Answer

Wearing appropriate footwear

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Eating a large meal before the activity

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Ignoring the instructions of the teacher

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Exercising in an unfamiliar environment

Question 36

When throwing a ball for accuracy, what is the most important step to follow?

Accepted Answer

Keep your eyes focused on the target

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Utilize an overhand throwing motion

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Maintain shoulder-width foot placement

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Generate a powerful arm swing

Question 37

Which technique is most effective for catching a ball securely?

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Keep your eyes fixed on the ball until it's in your hands

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Always use a backhand catch

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Close your eyes before the ball reaches your hands

Question 38

When dribbling a basketball, which technique ensures good ball control and maneuverability?

Accepted Answer

Use your fingertips to guide the ball, keeping your eyes up

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Use your palm to bounce the ball, keeping your eyes on the ball

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Use your elbow to bounce the ball, looking down at it

Question 39

What is the most important thing to consider when catching a ball?

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Where the ball is going to land

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The size of the ball

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The color of the ball

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The material the ball is made of

Question 40

When dribbling a basketball, what should your eyes be focused on?

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The direction you want to go

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The ball itself

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Your opponent

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Your feet

Question 41

Which of these is NOT a key component of a good kick in soccer?

Accepted Answer

Using a stiff leg

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Making contact with the ball with your instep

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Keeping your eyes on the ball

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Following through with your kick

Question 42

Which of these activities helps develop coordination and balance?

Accepted Answer

Walking a balance beam

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Running in a straight line

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Lifting weights

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Jumping jacks

Question 43

What is the BEST way to improve your dribbling skills?

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Practicing regularly with a ball

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Watching videos of professional dribblers

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Asking your friends for advice

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Reading books about dribbling techniques

Question 44

When kicking a ball, what should you do with your non-kicking foot?

Accepted Answer

Place it near the ball for balance

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Lift it off the ground for a higher kick

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Point it towards the target

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Keep it behind you for power

Question 45

Which of these is NOT a benefit of developing manipulative skills?

Accepted Answer

Improved memory retention

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Enhanced hand-eye coordination

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Increased physical fitness

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Better coordination

Question 46

Which of these activities would BEST help you practice your throwing and catching skills?

Accepted Answer

Playing catch with a partner

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Running laps around the playground

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Jumping rope

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Playing tag

Question 47

When dribbling a basketball, what is the MOST important thing to remember?

Accepted Answer

Use your fingertips to control the ball

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Dribble the ball as fast as possible

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Keep your eyes on the ball at all times

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Dribble the ball with your palm

Question 48

Why is it important to practice different types of throws (overhand, underhand, sidearm)?

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To develop versatility and be able to choose the best throw for the situation

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To impress your friends

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To make throwing more fun and exciting

Question 49

Which of these would be the BEST way to practice catching a ball with different types of throws?

Accepted Answer

Having a partner throw the ball to you using different techniques

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Catching a bouncing ball

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Using a ball-throwing machine

Question 50

When kicking a ball for distance, which of these is MOST important?

Accepted Answer

Following through with your leg after contact

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Using your strongest leg

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Aiming for the center of the ball

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Kicking the ball as high as possible