Papper 2 Mock Revison Questions

Question 1

How can participation be affected in sport by media

Answer 1

Coverage in the media of a certain sport can increase participation in that sport

Question 2

Explain how a persons cultural background negatively affect participation in physical activity

Answer 2

Religion/cultural background may negatively impact sport as there isn’t any role models. As well as this, Muslims woman tend to stay in their religious clothing which prevents them from swimming

Question 3

Two ways that disposable income can affect people’s participation

Answer 3

Being able to afford the correct e.g. hockey astros, hockey shin pads and hockey stick
Being able to pay for a membership at a golf club

Question 4

Two factors that affect disabled participation

Answer 4

Availability of opportunities, facilities and equipment for disabled people
Amount of media coverage of disabled sporting events

Question 5

Suggest a strategy that could be used to increase participation amongst disabled people

Answer 5

E.g. provide them with a mini bus with ramps to go to facilities. This success can be judged by collecting data and comparing participation rates before and after

Question 6

State three possible reasons for decrease in participation as people get older

Answer 6

Physical limitations-health problems increase with age
There are less appropriate activities for older people than younger people
As people get older demands for family increases which reduces the time available for sport/physical activity

Question 7

Describe two practical ways that the participation of over 65s in a rural area could be encouraged

Answer 7

Provide transport from rural areas as there is not much public transport there. Provide specific activities for over 65s as general classes make them feel like they can’t keep up. Also reduce the prices for over 65s to make it more affordable for them.

Question 8

How could increased media coverage women’s sports could affect participation rates amongst woman

Answer 8

Media coverage for women’s sport has increased this and impacts participation amongst woman positively as it gives them role models. As well as, challenging stereotypical view of woman sport and football being for men only. This media coverage will lead to increases sponsorship so more money is invested into women’s sport.

Question 9

Sponsorship advantage

Answer 9

Brings in lots of money that can be spent on developing sports

Question 10

Name 3 types of media

Answer 10

Social media
Internet
Newspappers

Question 11

How can increased media coverage of the Paralympics could affect sponsorship of the athletes involved

Answer 11

Increased coverage - reacts a wider audience. This means values of sponsorship deals for athletes involved may increase as larger audiences means that sponsors can advertise to more people

Question 12

What is meant by the golden triangle

Answer 12

The dependence of sport, media and sponsorship on one another

Question 13

Explain how commerciallisation of a sport may increase participation in it

Answer 13

Media coverage will make more people aware of sport. So more people start playing it. Media coverage can create role models which inspire people to play. This means more comes in so it can be spent on facillites which will encourage/allow more people to play

Question 14

What is an example of deviance

Answer 14

Deliberately tripping a player as they run down the pitch in hockey

Question 15

What do beta blockers do

Answer 15

Lower heart rate and have a calming relaxing effect

Question 16

Sportsmanship

Answer 16

Playing fairly, sticking to the rules and being polite and respectful

Question 17

What would help a shot-putter most anabolic steroids and beta blockers

Answer 17

Anabolic steroids as they give performer increased strength as they can throw the shot put further

Question 18

Which drug would make a performer more violent

Answer 18

Anabolic steroids as it increases testosterone, which increases aggression

Question 19

Using an example, give another reason why a player might be violent

Answer 19

Angry at bad/wrong referee descion

Question 20

Discuss whether you would expect to see higher levels of deviance amongst professional athletes or amongst amateurs

Answer 20

If professional athletes are caught cheating they face strict punishment and may also receive negative coverage in the media. However, the temptation of winning and the added benefits of sponsorship and prize money. Amateurs athletes may be less likely to commit deviance as there is far less to gain. However, at amateurs, they are less likely to get caught so some can be more willing to do deviance

Question 21

Describe characteristics of skilful movement

Answer 21

A skilful movement should be pre determined

Question 22

Why is dribbling in basketball different in training(pre set drill) then in a match

Answer 22

In training the environment is not changing but in a game it is unpredictable where people are gonna move randomly which makes it an open skill as the environment is constantly changing

Question 23

Explain why high jump is more closed than open

Answer 23

A closed skill is one that is performed without having to adapt to external factors. It is partially closed because it can be practised repeatedly. However, it is not completely closed as the run up can be affected by the crowd

Question 24

Explain why high jump may can be classified as a complex skill

Answer 24

It is considered a complex skill because it needs high levels of coordination and there a lot of decisions to be made

Question 25

What does smart stand for

Answer 25

S-specific
M-measurable
A-achievable
R-recorded
T-timed

Question 26

Explain the benefits of mental rehearsal

Answer 26

Increases confidence as it imagines a perfect performance

Question 27

Explain how measurable principle can be used to improve sports performance

Answer 27

If a goal is measurable than a performer can see how much they have progressed towards their goal. This can help motivate a performer to continue training hard so that their performance will continue to improve.

Question 28

How can recorded principle be applied

Answer 28

Keeping track of scores

Question 29

What technique can be used to block out the crowd

Answer 29

Selective attention - to block out irrelevant cues and focus on relevant ones

Question 30

What is manual guidance

Answer 30

A coach physically guiding a performer through a skill

Question 31

Two examples of visual guidance

Answer 31

A video, photo

Question 32

One advantage of visual guidance

Answer 32

Advantage - works well for beginners as they can copy skill

Question 33

Disadvantage of visual guidance

Answer 33

Doesn’t work well for complex skills as it can’t be broken down

Question 34

Example of intrinsic feedback

Answer 34

The feeling of performing a skill well

Question 35

One example of negative feedback and is it better for beginners or experienced performers

Answer 35

A coach pointing out errors in a gymnastics routine, negative feedback can be good for experience performers as it can motivate them to get better

Question 36

Explain why extrinsic feedback is important to a beginner

Answer 36

Extrinsic feedback comes from a coach which is useful for beginners as they don’t have experience or knowledge to accurately over their performance, so they don’t need someone else to tell them what they are doing right and wrong

Question 37

Why knowledge of performance feedback would be effective feedback for Eric(elite performer)

Answer 37

Eric is an elite performer who knows the correct technique for a hammer throw so KOP will help to improve certain aspects e.g. footwork

Question 38

What is fitness

Answer 38

Being able to to meet demands placed on you by the environment

Question 39

What is an emotional benefit of exercise

Answer 39

Regular exercise can help to improve self image

Question 40

Define health

Answer 40

State of complete physical, emotional, mental and social well being

Question 41

How can regular exercise will reduce the risk of someone becoming obese

Answer 41

Exercise uses energy which would otherwise he stored as body fat

Question 42

How can exercise increase someone’s self esteem

Answer 42

Makes someone feel like they have achieved something and exercise release hormones to make people happy (serotonin and dopamine)

Question 43

Two ways exercise could help someone social well being

Answer 43

Opportunity to meet new people/ make new friends
Joining a team will give him a sense of belonging to a group

Question 44

How can regular excercise decrease chances of long-term physical health problems

Answer 44

Regular aerobic excercise decreases chance of coronary heart disease
Regular weight bearing excercise which slows down the decrease in bone density

Question 45

Define sedentary lifestyle

Answer 45

Irregular or no physical activity

Question 46

One possible effect of a sedentary lifestyle on cardiovascular system

Answer 46

High blood pressure

Question 47

Symptoms of sedentary lifestyle

Answer 47

A sedentary lifestyle increases the risk of fractures due to low bone density.
Lack of muscle strength and low flexibility is likely to result in poor posture

Question 48

Two impacts of sedentary lifestyle on emotional health

Answer 48

If a person gains weight they may suffer from poor body image. Not leaving the house could lead to loneliness

Question 49

Explain using examples, how obesity impacts performance in physical activity and sport

Answer 49

Footballer is obese they have less cardiovascular endurance, so they will not be able to keep up with others in the game

Question 50

Jake is a primary school student. He doesn’t participate in any sport outside of school. Identify potential reasons for Jake’s lack of participation in sport.

Answer 50

Participation can be influenced by the interests of his parents
Participation can be affected by education/PE in school
Participation can be influenced by disposable income
Participation can be influenced by opportunity/access
Jake’s family may not encourage him to take part in sport
There might be a lack of role models which inspire Jake to take part in sport

Question 51

Outline what commercialisation of sport is and evaluate the impact it has on performers

Answer 51

The commercialisation of sport means making money from that sport, a lot of this money comes from sponsorship deals.
Increased commercialisation of sport has leads to more valuable sponsorship deals
Increased media coverage of performers can make the, into role models who can inspire people from different backgrounds to participate in sport

Question 52

Outline what verbal and mechanical guidance are and evaluate their use when teaching a group of beginners to swim

Answer 52

Verbal guidance can involve a coach giving instructions or descriptions of skills in words
Verbal guidance can be used to explain the movements that swimmers should be making and giving an explanation of the technique needed
Use of verbal guidance allows the coach to instruct from outside the pool

Question 53

Evaluate the importance of carbohydrates and fats for performers in a marathon

Answer 53

Fats can be used for low intensity excercise
Carbohydrates can be stored for any intensity of excercise
A marathon runner would need a larger amount of carbohydrates as it’s the main source of energy
Fats can be used for slow running during a marathon(low intensity)
Carbohydrates can be used for moderate and high intensity excercise e.g. spring excercise
Fats are also important because if carbohydrates run out they become the main source of energy(fats are the second source of energy)