Practice B.1.4 Levers in movement and sport with authentic IB Sports, exercise and health science (SEHS) exam questions for both SL and HL students. This question bank mirrors Paper 1A, 1B, 2 structure, covering key topics like core principles, advanced applications, and practical problem-solving. Get instant solutions, detailed explanations, and build exam confidence with questions in the style of IB examiners.
Identify three types of movement possible at synovial joints.
State three anatomical terms used to describe body position.
Describe the role of tendons and ligaments in generating and controlling movement.
Explain how the structure of skeletal muscle enables force production.
Describe the function and application of third-class levers in sport.
Identify the two frontal plane movements.
State two functions of synovial fluid.
Describe how the sagittal plane relates to running mechanics.
Explain the relationship between ligaments and injury prevention.
Outline the differences between fast-twitch and slow-twitch muscle fibers.
Explain how understanding anatomical movements improves sports technique.
When nodding the head to chest during sit-ups, which lever system is being used at the neck joint?
Which class of lever is used when performing a bicep curl?
Which part of a lever is the pivot point?
Which lever system provides a mechanical advantage for lifting heavy loads with less effort?
Pushing off the ground when jumping uses which lever class at the ankle joint?
Why do sprinters rely heavily on third-class levers at the knee joint?
Which lever type sacrifices force for speed and range of motion?
During a tennis serve, the shoulder joint acts as the fulcrum. Which type of lever is this when the deltoid contracts to raise the arm?