Exam Walkthrough Resource - AO3 Questions

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Instructions: Now that you have been guided through how to answer AO3 questions, have a go at some. The questions include a range of AO3 questions using different command words.

Estimated Time : 13 mins

[ Total Marks: 13 ]

Question 1

Protection is a function of the skeletal system. Explain how the application of this function can have a positive effect on performance when heading a ball in football.

[ 3 Marks ]

Question 2

Discuss whether weight training is an aerobic or anaerobic activity.
[ 3 Marks ]

Question 3

A cartwheel is being performed in the image below. Identify the plane which the performer is moving through during this movement.

[ 1 Marks ]

Question 4

The image below shows a somersault being performed. Identify the axis of rotation.

[ 1 Marks ]

Question 5

Sarah is a netball player. Her coach has asked her to take part in circuit training. Explain what circuit training is and evaluate how this method of training can help to improve Sarah’s performance in netball.

[ 3 Marks ]

Question 6

Give one advantage and one disadvantage of using plyometrics as a method of training.
[ 2 Marks ]

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