Health & Physical Education Flashcards

According to Oklahoma's Health Education standards, which of the following best describes the concept of 'health literacy'?

Answer: The capacity to obtain, interpret, and use health information to make informed decisions

Health literacy refers to the ability to obtain, interpret, and apply health information to make sound health decisions.

Which component of physical fitness is specifically measured by the ability to perform repeated muscle contractions over time without fatigue?

Answer: Muscular endurance

Muscular endurance is the ability of a muscle or group of muscles to sustain repeated contractions over a period of time.

A teacher is planning a physical education lesson aligned with Oklahoma standards. Which of the following best exemplifies the psychomotor domain of learning?

Answer: Students demonstrate proper throwing technique through practice

The psychomotor domain involves physical skills and movement, such as demonstrating proper technique through hands-on practice.

Which federal guideline recommends that school-age children (6–17 years) get at least how many minutes of moderate-to-vigorous physical activity per day?

Answer: 60 minutes

The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services recommends at least 60 minutes of moderate-to-vigorous physical activity daily for children aged 6–17.

In health education, the 'FITT' principle is used to design physical activity programs. What does the 'T' for Time refer to?

Answer: The duration of each exercise session

In the FITT principle (Frequency, Intensity, Time, Type), Time refers to the duration of each exercise session.

Which strategy best supports a health education teacher in helping students practice refusal skills related to peer pressure around substance use?

Answer: Having students role-play scenarios where they practice saying no

Role-playing gives students practice applying refusal skills in realistic scenarios, building confidence and competence.

According to Oklahoma health standards, which of the following is classified as a communicable disease?

Answer: Influenza

Influenza is a communicable (infectious) disease caused by a virus that spreads from person to person.

Which motor skill category includes skills such as dribbling, kicking, and striking, where an object is manipulated using body parts or implements?

Answer: Manipulative skills

Manipulative skills involve sending, receiving, or intercepting objects and include dribbling, kicking, throwing, and striking.

According to Oklahoma health standards, which of the following is an example of an internal asset that promotes adolescent resilience and healthy decision-making?

Answer: Possessing a positive identity and sense of self-worth

Internal assets, such as a positive identity and sense of self-worth, are personal strengths that come from within the individual.

A PE teacher notices that some students are consistently avoiding participation in team sports. What is the most appropriate response aligned with inclusive physical education?

Answer: Offer alternative activities and modifications that allow all students to engage meaningfully

Inclusive physical education involves offering modifications and alternatives so all students can participate meaningfully regardless of ability or comfort level.

Which of the following describes the concept of 'personal space' as taught in Oklahoma physical education standards?

Answer: The zone immediately surrounding each person that they control and move through

Personal space is the area surrounding each individual that moves with them, like an invisible bubble they occupy and control.

Oklahoma health education standards emphasize the importance of stress management for student wellness. Which of the following is an example of a healthy stress management strategy?

Answer: Using deep breathing and mindfulness techniques

Deep breathing and mindfulness are evidence-based stress management techniques that help regulate the nervous system and reduce anxiety.

Which of the following best reflects the 'affective domain' of physical education learning?

Answer: A student demonstrates sportsmanship by encouraging a teammate who made an error

The affective domain involves attitudes, values, and social behavior — demonstrating sportsmanship and empathy are affective outcomes.

In Oklahoma, which agency is primarily responsible for setting the physical education and health curriculum standards that schools must follow?

Answer: The Oklahoma State Department of Education (OSDE)

The Oklahoma State Department of Education (OSDE) sets the academic standards, including health and physical education standards, that all Oklahoma schools must follow.