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AFLCA Exercise Theory Sample Questions
1.
The primary group of muscle responsible for flexion of the elbow is the:
a.
b.
c.
d.
2.
What are the muscles of the quadricep group?
a.
b.
c.
d.
3.
rotation
dorsiflexion
extension
plantar flexion
The following are methods of monitoring the intensity of a fitness class except:
a.
b.
c.
d.
6.
intensity, duration, fitness level
duration, frequency, fitness level
fitness level, body fat, intensity
body fat, duration, frequency
The tibialis anterior is responsible for what action?
a.
b.
c.
d.
5.
rectus femoris, vastus lateralis, vastus medialis, sartorius
biceps femoris, semitendinosus, semimembranosus, illiposoas
rectus femoris, vastus lateralis, vastus medialis, vastus intermedius
biceps femoris, vastus lateralis, vastus intermedius, illiposoas
During exercise the use of stored body fat as fuel depends on:
a.
b.
c.
d.
4.
triceps
pectoralis major
biceps brachii
deltoids
borg’s scale of perceived exertion
target heart rate charts
asking participants how they feel
telling participants they are not working hard enough
Which of the following is not the fitness leader’s responsibility:
a.
b.
c.
d.
oversee all class activity
provide personalized prescriptions for weight training
be alert to participants working at intensities beyond their capacity
be able to respond to emergency situations in a prompt and competent
manner
7.
The first steps in planning an effective exercise program are:
a.
b.
c.
d.
8.
For the aerobic component of a class, the least appropriate activity is:
a.
b.
c.
d.
9.
1 joint muscle that extends the knee
1 joint muscle that extends the hip
2 joint muscle that extends the hip and extends the knee
2 joint muscle that extends the hip and flexes the knee
All of the following may contribute to low back pain except:
a.
b.
c.
d.
13.
muscular strength
muscular endurance
speed
flexibility
The hamstring muscle group is a:
a.
b.
c.
d.
12.
motivation may be affected if assessments are not done regularly
chances of re-registration are better
failure to reach goals is the motivation needed to continue
it helps create a new positive behaviour and self-responsibility
Which of the following is not considered a major health-related component of
physical fitness?
a.
b.
c.
d.
11.
stationary rhythmic exercises
isolation of a large muscle group such as abdominals
brisk walking
square dancing
Goal setting is important for class participants because:
a.
b.
c.
d.
10.
administer needs assessment and develop goals
select music, design exercises, and include a lot of practice
practice routines, and answer questions during the first few classes
create a unique class and promote the program
weak rectus femoris
weak rectus abdominus
inflexible hamstrings
over developed iliopsoas
Stretching a muscle quickly and/or forcefully results in:
a.
b.
c.
d.
atrophy of the muscle
herniation of the muscle
reflex relaxation of the muscle
reflex contraction of the muscle
14.
What system in the body is responsible for bringing oxygen from the external
environment to the individual cells?
a.
b.
c.
d.
15.
cardiac system
ventilatory system
vascular system
cardiovascular-respiratory system
What action occurs when the angle of a joint decreases?
a.
b.
c.
d.
extension
flexion
retraction
rotation
Answers:
1 – c, 2 – c, 3 - a, 4 – b, 5 – d, 6 – b, 7 – a, 8 – b, 9 – d, 10 – c,
11 – d, 12 – a, 13 – d, 14 – d, 15 – b