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Physical Education Quiz - Health and Safety (Questions)

KS2 PE health and safety helps you enjoy sport safely. Learn warm-ups, sensible clothing, hydration, and how to spot risks so everyone can take part with confidence.

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Fascinating Fact:

Hydration matters in any weather, not only when it is hot. Drinking water before and after activity helps your body recover.

In KS2 Physical Education, pupils learn to stay safe while being active by following rules, using equipment correctly, and making good decisions. Health and safety includes warming up, checking spaces for hazards, working responsibly with others, and knowing when to stop and get help.

Key Terms

Warm-up: Gentle movement at the start of a session that raises your heart rate and prepares muscles and joints for activity.
Hazard: Something that could cause harm, such as a wet floor, loose equipment, or a ball left in a walkway.
First aid: Simple, immediate help given to someone who is hurt or unwell until an adult or medical professional can take over.

Frequently Asked Questions (Click to see answers)

Why do we warm up in KS2 PE?

Warming up in KS2 PE helps your body get ready for exercise by increasing blood flow to muscles, improving movement, and lowering the risk of strains and injuries.

What should I do if I feel dizzy or sick during PE?

If you feel dizzy or sick during PE, stop safely, move to a calm space if you can, tell an adult straight away, and sip water only if your teacher says it is appropriate.

What are basic safety rules for using PE equipment?

Basic rules are to listen to instructions, use equipment only as shown, keep a safe distance from others, carry items carefully, and put equipment away properly to prevent trips and bumps.

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What must we do before starting any exercise?

[ ]	Cool down
[ ]	Warm up
[ ]	Go cold
[ ]	Wake up

If you do not warm up correctly what might happen?

[ ]	Break your leg
[ ]	Not be able to run as fast
[ ]	Be sick
[ ]	Muscle injury

After exercising you must ....... ?

[ ]	Cool down
[ ]	Wake up
[ ]	Warm up
[ ]	Go cold

Cooling down helps your muscles to ....... ?

[ ]	Hurt
[ ]	Warm up
[ ]	Relax
[ ]	Go to sleep

What happens to your heart rate when you exercise?

[ ]	Slows down
[ ]	Nothing
[ ]	Stops
[ ]	Speeds up

What else happens to your body when exercising?

[ ]	Get out of breath and feel warm
[ ]	Get out of breath and feel cold
[ ]	Feel cold
[ ]	Eyes start running

What type of footwear is best for PE?

[ ]	Sandals
[ ]	Wellies
[ ]	Trainers
[ ]	Flip flops

Which type of clothing is best for PE?

[ ]	Shorts and T-shirt
[ ]	Pyjamas
[ ]	Jeans and jumper
[ ]	Winter coat

Before attempting to exercise or play games, what must you check for?

[ ]	A friend to talk to
[ ]	Clear space in which to work
[ ]	The teacher
[ ]	The time

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When moving large gymnastic equipment what must you do?

[ ]	Ask a teacher to move it
[ ]	Ask a friend to help
[ ]	Move it by yourself
[ ]	Do not move it

Physical Education Quiz - Health and Safety (Answers)

What must we do before starting any exercise?

[ ]	Cool down
[x]	Warm up
[ ]	Go cold
[ ]	Wake up

This doesn't mean putting on a jumper!

If you do not warm up correctly what might happen?

[ ]	Break your leg
[ ]	Not be able to run as fast
[ ]	Be sick
[x]	Muscle injury

Cold muscles are more likely to be injured

After exercising you must ....... ?

[x]	Cool down
[ ]	Wake up
[ ]	Warm up
[ ]	Go cold

Stretching exercises are used to cool down

Cooling down helps your muscles to ....... ?

[ ]	Hurt
[ ]	Warm up
[x]	Relax
[ ]	Go to sleep

Our bodies need looking after

What happens to your heart rate when you exercise?

[ ]	Slows down
[ ]	Nothing
[ ]	Stops
[x]	Speeds up

If it stopped, you'd be dead

What else happens to your body when exercising?

[x]	Get out of breath and feel warm
[ ]	Get out of breath and feel cold
[ ]	Feel cold
[ ]	Eyes start running

Have you noticed this when you exercise?

What type of footwear is best for PE?

[ ]	Sandals
[ ]	Wellies
[x]	Trainers
[ ]	Flip flops

Trainers are non-slip and comfortable

Which type of clothing is best for PE?

[x]	Shorts and T-shirt
[ ]	Pyjamas
[ ]	Jeans and jumper
[ ]	Winter coat

Loose or stretchy clothes help you to move easily