20262027 WAEC/GCE Physical Education Questions and Answers Objective & Essay

Below is a complete WAEC/GCE–style Physical Education 1 (Objective) set containing 60 high-quality multiple-choice questions with answers.

All questions follow the WAEC GCE/SSCE standard for PHE (Physical and Health Education).

PHYSICAL EDUCATION 1 (OBJECTIVE) – 60 QUESTIONS

INSTRUCTION: Choose the option that best answers each question.

SECTION A: GENERAL PHYSICAL EDUCATION

1. Physical Education is mainly concerned with
   A. mental development
   B. emotional development
   C. physical and motor development
   D. moral development
   Answer C

2. The ability of the body to perform work without undue fatigue is
   A. endurance
   B. fitness
   C. flexibility
   D. agility
   Answer B

3. Which of the following is NOT a component of physical fitness
   A. strength
   B. flexibility
   C. coordination
   D. obesity
   Answer D

4. The ability to change direction quickly is
   A. balance
   B. agility
   C. endurance
   D. speed
   Answer B

5. Aerobic exercise means
   A. exercise without oxygen
   B. exercise with sufficient oxygen
   C. stationary movement
   D. relaxation
   Answer B

6. Push-ups mainly develop
   A. leg muscles
   B. chest and arm muscles
   C. abdominal muscles
   D. back muscles
   Answer B

7. Warm-up activities help to
   A. reduce body temperature
   B. increase the risk of injury
   C. prepare the body for vigorous activity
   D. reduce heart rate
   Answer C

8. Cool-down after exercise promotes
   A. a sudden drop in body temperature
   B. gradual recovery
   C. muscle tightening
   D. dizziness
   Answer B

9. The ability of a muscle to exert force is called
   A. strength
   B. endurance
   C. agility
   D. flexibility
   Answer A

10. Flexibility is best improved through
    A. sprinting
    B. jogging
    C. stretching
    D. weightlifting
    Answer C

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SECTION B: SPORTS AND GAMES

11. In football, a match lasts
    A. 80 minutes
    B. 90 minutes
    C. 70 minutes
    D. 60 minutes
    Answer B

12. The number of players on a football team is
    A. 9
    B. 10
    C. 11
    D. 12
    Answer C

13. The maximum number of substitutions allowed in a FIFA match is
    A. 3
    B. 4
    C. 5
    D. 6
    Answer C

14. Offside in football occurs when a player
    A. touches the ball with the hand
    B. is nearer the opponent’s goal line than both the ball and the second-to-last defender
    C. holds an opponent
    D. commits a foul in the penalty box
    Answer B

15. A basketball team has
    A. 4 players
    B. 5 players
    C. 6 players
    D. 7 players
    Answer B

16. The act of bouncing the ball in basketball is
    A. striking
    B. passing
    C. dribbling
    D. dunking
    Answer C

17. The player who initiates play in volleyball is the
    A. server
    B. blocker
    C. attacker
    D. setter
    Answer A

18. How many points make a standard volleyball set
    A. 21
    B. 25
    C. 22
    D. 30
    Answer B

19. In athletics, the 100-meter event is classified as
    A. middle distance
    B. long distance
    C. sprint
    D. marathon
    Answer C

20. Which event belongs to field events
    A. hurdles
    B. shot put
    C. relay
    D. sprints
    Answer B

21. A marathon race distance is
    A. 21.2 km
    B. 40.5 km
    C. 42.2 km
    D. 45.0 km
    Answer C

22. The device for measuring laps in athletics is called
    A. stopwatch
    B. starting gun
    C. measuring tape
    D. lap counter
    Answer D

23. The style of swimming in which both arms move together is
    A. backstroke
    B. breaststroke
    C. butterfly
    D. freestyle
    Answer C

24. The sport that uses shuttlecock is
    A. tennis
    B. squash
    C. badminton
    D. table tennis
    Answer C

25. The width of a standard football pitch is
    A. 45–90 m
    B. 64–75 m
    C. 90–120 m
    D. 75–100 m
    Answer B

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SECTION C: HUMAN ANATOMY & PHYSIOLOGY

26. The basic unit of the human body is
    A. tissue
    B. cell
    C. organ
    D. system
    Answer B

27. The blood vessel that carries blood away from the heart is
    A. vein
    B. artery
    C. capillary
    D. lymph vessel
    Answer B

28. The muscle that works without conscious control is
    A. skeletal muscle
    B. voluntary muscle
    C. cardiac muscle
    D. biceps
    Answer C

29. The largest organ in the human body is
    A. heart
    B. liver
    C. skin
    D. brain
    Answer C

30. Gas exchange in the lungs occurs in the
    A. trachea
    B. bronchi
    C. alveoli
    D. diaphragm
    Answer C

31. The bone that protects the brain is
    A. rib
    B. skull
    C. femur
    D. pelvis
    Answer B

32. Red blood cells transport
    A. enzymes
    B. carbon dioxide only
    C. oxygen
    D. hormones
    Answer C

33. The organ responsible for pumping blood is
    A. kidney
    B. heart
    C. lung
    D. liver
    Answer B

34. The skeletal system provides
    A. digestion
    B. movement and support
    C. respiration
    D. reproduction
    Answer B

35. The joint found at the elbow is a
    A. pivot joint
    B. ball and socket joint
    C. hinge joint
    D. gliding joint
    Answer C

SECTION D: HEALTH & SAFETY

36. The first step in first aid is
    A. call the victim
    B. check for danger
    C. tie bandage
    D. give water
    Answer B

37. A fracture refers to
    A. joint dislocation
    B. broken bone
    C. torn muscle
    D. bleeding
    Answer B

38. CPR is used for
    A. nose bleeding
    B. fainting
    C. someone who is not breathing
    D. sprains
    Answer C

39. The most effective method to stop bleeding is
    A. applying oil
    B. washing with water
    C. direct pressure
    D. massage
    Answer C

40. Immunisation helps to
    A. treat diseases
    B. prevent diseases
    C. cure injuries
    D. strengthen bones
    Answer B

41. Which disease is transmitted by mosquitoes
    A. measles
    B. malaria
    C. cholera
    D. tuberculosis
    Answer B

42. A symptom of dehydration is
    A. drooling
    B. fever
    C. dry mouth
    D. heavy breathing
    Answer C

43. Sanitation refers to
    A. cleaning environment
    B. building houses
    C. drinking water
    D. cooking food
    Answer A

44. The correct method of lifting a heavy object is
    A. bending at the waist
    B. keeping back straight and using legs
    C. lifting quickly
    D. twisting the waist
    Answer B

45. Overtraining may lead to
    A. weight gain
    B. rest and recovery
    C. fatigue and injury
    D. increased appetite
    Answer C

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SECTION E: GAMES RULES AND REGULATIONS

46. The referee in football issues a red card for
    A. offside
    B. handball
    C. violent conduct
    D. throw-in
    Answer C

47. A set in table tennis is won at
    A. 11 points
    B. 21 points
    C. 25 points
    D. 15 points
    Answer A

48. The distance between the wickets in cricket is
    A. 20 yards
    B. 22 yards
    C. 25 yards
    D. 18 yards
    Answer B

49. The term “checkmate” is used in
    A. golf
    B. chess
    C. hockey
    D. rugby
    Answer B

50. A yellow card in football means
    A. warning
    B. dismissal
    C. game over
    D. extra time
    Answer A

51. A tie-breaker is used in
    A. boxing
    B. athletics
    C. tennis
    D. swimming
    Answer C

52. The official who times athletic races is the
    A. umpire
    B. starter
    C. timekeeper
    D. field judge
    Answer C

53. A knockout in boxing occurs when
    A. a boxer falls once
    B. a boxer cannot continue after 10 seconds
    C. the referee stops the fight for rest
    D. both boxers are tired
    Answer B

54. In swimming, a false start occurs when the swimmer
    A. swims too fast
    B. dives before the signal
    C. enters the wrong lane
    D. splashes water
    Answer B

55. The equipment needed in hockey includes
    A. bat and ball
    B. racket and net
    C. stick and ball
    D. boots and gloves
    Answer C

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SECTION F: MISCELLANEOUS

56. The father of modern Olympics is
    A. Jesse Owens
    B. Pierre de Coubertin
    C. Usain Bolt
    D. Michael Jordan
    Answer B

57. The Olympic Games are held every
    A. 2 years
    B. 3 years
    C. 4 years
    D. 5 years
    Answer C

58. One advantage of physical fitness is
    A. increased laziness
    B. improved health
    C. poor posture
    D. low energy
    Answer B

59. Sedentary lifestyle leads to
    A. strong muscles
    B. heart diseases
    C. more energy
    D. better posture
    Answer B

60. Team sports develop
    A. selfishness
    B. leadership and cooperation
    C. isolation
    D. fear
    Answer B

PHYSICAL EDUCATION 2 (ESSAY)
SEVEN (7) THEORY QUESTIONS WITH ANSWERS

QUESTION 1

a. Define Physical Fitness.

b. List and explain four (4) components of physical fitness.

c. State three (3) benefits of regular exercise.

ANSWER

(a)
Physical fitness is the ability of the body to function efficiently and effectively, to enjoy leisure, to withstand stress, and to meet emergencies without undue fatigue.

(b) Components of physical fitness:

1. Muscular Strength: Ability of a muscle to exert maximum force during a single effort.

2. Muscular Endurance: Ability of a muscle to continue working for a long period without fatigue.

3. Flexibility: Capacity of joints to move through their full range of motion.

4. Cardiovascular Endurance: Ability of the heart and lungs to supply oxygen during sustained physical activity.

(c) Benefits of regular exercise:

• Improves heart and lung function

• Reduces risk of diseases such as hypertension

• Enhances muscle tone and body posture

QUESTION 2

a. What is first aid?

b. List six (6) qualities of a good first aider.

c. Mention four (4) causes of fainting.

ANSWER

(a)
First aid is the immediate and temporary care given to an injured or sick person before professional medical help arrives.

(b) Qualities of a good first aider:

1. Calmness

2. Patience

3. Intelligence

4. Good judgment

5. Ability to reassure the victim

6. Quick decision-making

(c) Causes of fainting:

• Shock

• Dehydration

• Low blood sugar

• Prolonged standing or overheating

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QUESTION 3

a. Explain the term “sportsmanship.”

b. State five (5) qualities of a good sportsman.

c. List four (4) ways of promoting sportsmanship in schools.

ANSWER

(a)
Sportsmanship refers to fair, respectful, and disciplined behavior during sports participation, including respect for rules and opponents.

(b) Qualities of a good sportsman:

1. Honesty

2. Respect for officials

3. Self-control

4. Courage

5. Obedience to rules

(c) Ways of promoting sportsmanship:

• Teaching rules and ethics of sports

• Rewarding fair play

• Using trained coaches and officials

• Organising inter-house sports to encourage teamwork

QUESTION 4

a. Define respiration.

b. Differentiate between aerobic and anaerobic respiration.

c. Mention three (3) products of anaerobic respiration.

ANSWER

(a)
Respiration is the process by which the body breaks down food substances to release energy.

(b)

• Aerobic respiration occurs in the presence of oxygen and releases large amounts of energy.

• Anaerobic respiration occurs in the absence of oxygen and releases less energy.

(c) Products of anaerobic respiration:

• Lactic acid

• Carbon dioxide

• Water (minimal)

QUESTION 5

a. Define athletics.

b. State the four (4) categories of athletic events and give one example each.

c. Mention three (3) facilities needed in track events.

ANSWER

(a)
Athletics is a group of sporting activities that include running, jumping, and throwing events.

(b) Categories of athletic events:

1. Track events – e.g., 100 metres

2. Field events – e.g., High jump

3. Road races – e.g., Marathon

4. Combined events – e.g., Decathlon

(c) Facilities needed in track events:

• Standard running track

• Starting blocks

• Finish line tape or electronic timing system

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QUESTION 6

a. What is drug abuse?

b. Identify five (5) reasons why people abuse drugs.

c. State four (4) effects of drug abuse on athletes.

ANSWER

(a)
Drug abuse is the excessive, wrong, or illegal use of drugs for purposes other than medical reasons.

(b) Reasons for drug abuse:

1. Peer pressure

2. Curiosity

3. Stress or frustration

4. Desire to enhance performance

5. Lack of self-control

(c) Effects of drug abuse on athletes:

• Disqualification from competitions

• Damage to internal organs

• Loss of reputation

• Reduced coordination and reaction time

QUESTION 7

a. Explain four (4) safety precautions to observe in the gymnasium.

b. List three (3) causes of accidents in sports.

ANSWER

(a) Safety precautions in the gym:

1. Ensure equipment is in good condition before use.

2. Warm up properly before exercising.

3. Avoid overloading weights beyond one’s ability.

4. Wear appropriate sportswear and footwear.

(b) Causes of accidents in sports:

• Poor facilities

• Overtraining

• Lack of supervision

• Unsafe playing surfaces