Junior WAEC 2025 Questions PHE [Revealed!]

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What are Junior WAEC 2025 Questions and Answers PHE?

Junior WAEC 2025 Questions and Answers PHE are the questions you should expect in your Physical and Health Education paper in 2025 BECE, together with their answers.

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Junior WAEC 2025 PHE Questions and Answers Revealed!

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In the following sections, you will read the PHE questions you are to expect in your 2025 Junior WAEC exam as well as their answers. You can use the comments section if you still need clarification over some of the questions. We will give you a more detailed explanation.

BECE is a very serious and important examination. You will answer 60 questions in BECE PHE 2025 within 2 hours. So it’s important that you pay attention to the information revealed on this page.

Junior WAEC 2025 Questions and Answers PHE [Numbers 1 – 10]

1. Iodine is used to
A. dry up wound
B. stop bleeding
C. heal wound
D. kill germs/bacteria

2. Which movement is odd from the following?
A. Flexion        B. Adduction
C. Friction       D. Aduction

3. The height of table tennis board from the floor is
A. 1.25m         B. 0.25m
C. 0.76m         D. 1.68m

4. The first person to discover micro-organism through the use of lenses was
A. Louis Pasteur
B. Edward Jenner
C. Anthony Van Leeurenhock
D. Robert Koch

5. ONE of the following is a recreational activity
A. Running B. Drinking
C. Strolling D. Jumping

6. Another name for bunch in starting sprint races _________ style.
A. medium
B. bullet
C. elongated
D. ‘on your mark’

7. Ricket is the disease of the
A. skin          B. heart
C. bone        D. blood

8. The diameter of the discus throwing circle is
A. 3.05m        B. 2.50m
C. 1.25m        D. 2.40m

9. The breaking down of food for use in the cell is called
A. assimilation        B. production
C. circulation           D. digestion

10. Another name for triple jump is _______ jump.
A. speed            B. western roll
C. hop-step       D. run up and

Answers to Question Number 1 – 10

1.D     2.C     3.C     4.C     5.C     6.B     7.C     8.A     9.D     10.C

Junior WAEC 2025 Questions and Answers PHE [Numbers 11 – 20]

11. Reflex action is associated with the
A. brain             B. spinal cord
C. cerebellum    D. cerebrum

12. Track events in which an athlete runs, jogs, walks, are grouped under______
A. sprint race
B. relays
C. middle distance race
D. long distance race

13. The most appropriate method of artificial respiration in the case of drowning method is,
A. Mouth to mouth
B. Silvesters
C. Holgen Nielson’s
D. Schafters

14. The part of the javelin that should touch the ground first is the
A. tip           B. edge
C. shaft        D. fail

15. The smallest of all the pathogens that cause disease is
A. virus              C. fungi
B. bacteria         D. protozoan

16. The weight of discus for boys under 15 years of age is
A. 1 kg             B. 1.25 kg
C. 2.0 kg          D. 1.5 kg

17. The straightening of the leg at the knee joint is
A. flexion             B. abduction
C. extension        D. adduction

18. Team effects are required in ONE of the following sprint races
A. 100m
B. 4 x 400m
C. 200m
D. 100m hurdles race

19. The muscles responsible for body movements are known as _______ muscles.
A. movement       B. skeletal
C. locomotor        D. leg

20. The basic stunts and tumblings in gymnastic are the following EXCEPT
A. individual stunts
B. stunts with partners
C. rope climbing
D. apparatus activities

Answers to Question Number 11 – 20

11.B     12.D     13.A     14.A     15.A     16.A     17.C     18.B     19.B     20.C

Junior WAEC 2025 Questions and Answers PHE [Numbers 21 – 30]

21. An injury which does NOT break the skin but discolour it is
A. sprain         B. strain
C. bruise         D. wound

22. Pyramid of 4 is also called
A. leadspring
B. long stand
C. lead stand
D. pyramid house

23. The immediate and temporary attention given to a victim in case of emergency is
A. injection
B. bandaging
C. a complete treatment
D. first aid

24. The _________ referees run along the line in soccer competition/matches.
A. assist            B. vice
C. deputy         D. centre

25. The study of the different parts that make up human body is
A. physiology
B. hygiene
C. health education
D. anatomy

26. The correct arrangement for a first class Lever is
A. Force, fulcrum and weight
B. Fulcrum, force and weight
C. Fulcrum, weight and force
D. Weight, force fulcrum and

27. When a disease attacks many people at the same time in a locality, the diseases is said to be
A. pandemic       B. endermic
C. sporadic         D. epidemic

28. Calisthenics are exercises done in four counts to ________ turn.
A. one          B. two
C. three        D. four

29. Dry heat is to burns, as _________ is to scald.
A. fire
B. hot liquid
C. hot charcoal
D. electric shock

30. The dance usually associated with the Riverine areas in Nigeria is the _______ Dance.
A. Ojojo            B. Amala
C. Adamawa     D. Odabala

Answers to Question Number 21 – 30

21.C     22.B     23.D     24.A     25.D     26.B     27.D     28.A     29.B     30.A

Junior WAEC 2025 Questions and Answers PHE [Numbers 31 – 40]

31. Insufficient supply of blood to the brain leads to
A. suffocation       B. death
C. fainting             D. accident

32. The exchange zone in a relay race is
A. 10m           B. 25m
C. 20m           D. 30m

33. When the arm is flexed
A. the biscept contracts, while the triscept relaxes
B. the triscept contracts, while the biscept relaxes
C. both the triscept and briscept relaxes
D. both the biscept and triscept contracts

34. A shift from normal position of head of a bone is
A. sprain          B. strain
C. fracture        D. dislocation

35. Dentist is to teeth as ________ is to eye.
A. Doctor         B. Optician
C. Nurse          D. Eye drop

36. The game of cricket is started by the
A. batsman      B. fielder
C. bowler         D. wicket keeper

37. The major source of body fuel during physical activity is
A. fat/oil         B. mineral
C. protein       D. carbohydrate

38. The diameter of the centre circle in a soccer pitch is
A. 9.10m        B. 9.12m
C. 9.00m        D. 9.14m

39. Another name for bleeding is
A. expistaxis
B. heamorrhage
C. bruise
D. nose bleeding

40. Το gain a meaningful distance in shot putting, there must be a good transfer of power from
A. the big muscles of the leg to the arms
B. hand to hand
C. the hand to the legs
D. the legs to the legs

Answers to Question Number 31 – 40

31.C     32.A     33.A     34.D     35.B     36.C     37.D     38.A     39.B     40.D

Junior WAEC 2025 Questions and Answers PHE [Numbers 41 – 50]

41. Blood cells are produced from the
A. heart
B. bone marrows
B. liver
D. kidney

42. Service is to volleyball, as _________ it to handball.
A. throwing        B. passing
C. throw-on        D. throw-in

43. To prevent the spread of a disease further from among the members of a family, the sufferer should be
A. treated           B. isolated
C. disinfected     D. quarantined

44. The staggard start is used in
A. 100m and 200m
B. 200m and 400m
C. 1500m and 3000m
D. all sprint races

45. The digestion of fats and oil starts and ends in the
A. stomach
B. gastric juice
C. small intestine
D. large intestine

46. Another name for ‘Hallow back’ as a postural defect is
A. kyphosis       B. flat chest
C. lordosis        D. scoliosis

47. Presence of “Goitre” in our body is as a result of deficiency
A. iron                B. calcium
C. vitamins         D. minerals

48. Physical Education means
A. Health and Education Physical
B. Various bodily activities
C. The process of education through activities
D. Major sports or athletics

49. Enamel is the hardest substance in the body. In which organ of the body is it contained?
A. Eye            B. Tooth
C. Ear             D. Skin

50. The body type most suited for sprint races is
A. ectomorph
B. mesomorph
C endomorph
D. endo-mesomorph

Answers to Question Number 41 – 50

41.B     42.D     43.B     44.B     45.C     46.C     47.D     48.C     49.B     50.B

Junior WAEC 2025 Questions and Answers PHE [Numbers 51 – 60]

51. Rhythmical activity is associated with
A. singing       B. physical activity
C. rhythm       D. psychomotor

52. The injury which is treated by lying the casualty supine, pinching his nose, and applying cold compress is ________ bleeding.
A. anterial         B. venous
C. nose             D. capillary

53. Which of the sense organs is associated with balance?
A. Brain         B. Head
C. Eye            D. Ear

54. Blooding clothing in a wound is aided by
A. fibrinogen         B. platelets
C. leucocytes         D. plasma

55. The sector of a shot put circle is
A. 40°        B. 450
C. 30°        D. 35°

56. The longest bone in the body is
A. suture         B. hinge
C. femur          D. elbow

57. Take off board is associated with
A. long jump
B. pole vault
C. sprinting
D. volleyball

58. Of all the glands in the human body, _______ is known as the master gland.
A. Thyroid         B. Pituitory
C. Adrenal         D. Pancrease

59. These are deficiency diseases, EXCEPT
A. night blindness
B. kwashiokor
C. Rickets
D. Diarrhoea

60. Goal is to soccer, as _______ is to basketball.
A. point           B. basket
C shooting      D. scoring

Answers to Question Number 51 – 60

51.B     52.C     53.D     54.B     55.A     56.C     57.A     58.B     59.D     60.B

SECTION B- ESSAY

Answer all questions in this section.

Question 1
(i) Make a drawing of the volleyball court and put all the dimensions.
(ii) List the skills used in the game

Question 2
(1) State five (5) functions of the kidney.
(ii) List five (5) diseases of the respiratory system.

Question 3
(a) Briefly explain:
(i) Intramural sports Competition.
(ii) Extramural sports Competition.
(b) Mention six (6) officials in an inter-house sports Competition.

Question 4
(i) What is “a wound”?
(ii) Write short notes on EACH of the following types of wound:
(a) Puncture
(b) Lacerated
(c) Incised
(d) Abrasion

Answers to Section B (Essay) Questions of Junior WAEC 2025 PHE

Question 1

(i) Drawing of the Volleyball Court and Dimensions

Here’s a description of the volleyball court with all dimensions:

• Length: 18 meters (59 feet)
• Width: 9 meters (29.5 feet)
• Attack Line: 3 meters from the centerline on each side of the court.
• Net Height:
  • Men: 2.43 meters (7 feet, 11 5/8 inches)
  • Women: 2.24 meters (7 feet, 4 1/4 inches)
• Service Area: Behind the baseline, from the backline to the end of the court.
• Centerline: Divides the court into two equal halves, 9 meters by 9 meters.

(ii) Skills Used in Volleyball

• Serving: Initiating play by hitting the ball over the net to the opponent’s side.
• Passing: Using the forearms to receive the ball, often in a bump or pass.
• Setting: An overhead pass made to place the ball in a position for an attacker to hit.
• Spiking: A strong, downward attack on the ball.
• Blocking: Jumping at the net to prevent the ball from crossing or deflecting it.
• Digging: Defensive skill to pass a low ball using the forearms or hands.
• Receiving: Reacting to and receiving the ball from the opposing team’s serve or attack.

Question 2

(i) Five Functions of the Kidney

1. Filtration of Blood: The kidneys filter waste products and excess substances from the blood to form urine.
2. Regulation of Blood Pressure: The kidneys help control blood pressure by regulating the volume of blood and the amount of salt in the body.
3. Electrolyte Balance: They maintain the balance of important electrolytes like sodium, potassium, and calcium.
4. Acid-Base Balance: The kidneys help maintain the pH balance in the blood by excreting hydrogen ions and reabsorbing bicarbonate.
5. Erythropoiesis Regulation: The kidneys produce erythropoietin, a hormone that stimulates the production of red blood cells in the bone marrow.

(ii) Five Diseases of the Respiratory System

1. Asthma: A chronic condition where the airways become inflamed and narrow, causing difficulty in breathing.
2. Pneumonia: An infection that causes inflammation in the lungs, leading to difficulty in breathing and coughing.
3. Tuberculosis: A bacterial infection that affects the lungs and can spread to other parts of the body.
4. Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD): A group of diseases that block airflow and make breathing difficult.
5. Bronchitis: Inflammation of the bronchial tubes, which carry air to the lungs, leading to coughing and difficulty breathing.

Question 3

(a) Explanation

(i) Intramural Sports Competition:

• These are sports events that take place within a particular institution, organization, or community. Participants in intramural competitions are usually members of the same school, college, or local club. The competition is aimed at promoting physical fitness and fostering team spirit within the institution.

(ii) Extramural Sports Competition:

• Extramural competitions are sports events held between different schools, colleges, clubs, or institutions. It allows teams to compete against each other outside of their immediate community or organization. These competitions are aimed at creating a wider network of sportsmanship and competition.

(b) Six Officials in an Inter-House Sports Competition

1. Referee: The official in charge of enforcing the rules of the competition.
2. Umpire: An official who oversees specific events like track races or field games.
3. Starter: The person who initiates the start of a race or event.
4. Timekeeper: The official responsible for recording the time of each race or event.
5. Judge: An official who monitors the performance of competitors in events like sprints or field events.
6. Record Keeper: An official who records the scores, times, and results of the events.

Question 4

(i) What is “a Wound”?

A wound is any damage or injury to the skin, tissues, or organs resulting from an external force. It may involve tearing, cutting, puncturing, or bruising of the skin or other body parts.

(ii) Short Notes on Each of the Following Types of Wound

(a) Puncture Wound:

• A puncture wound occurs when a sharp, pointed object such as a nail or needle penetrates the skin. It typically does not cause much bleeding but can be deep and may introduce bacteria into the body, leading to infection.

(b) Lacerated Wound:

• A lacerated wound is a tear or jagged break in the skin caused by a blunt object or trauma. This type of wound is irregular and often causes significant bleeding. It may require stitches or other medical intervention for proper healing.

(c) Incised Wound:

• An incised wound is a clean, straight cut typically caused by a sharp object such as a knife or glass. The edges of the wound are smooth, and bleeding may be heavy. Medical attention is often required to close the wound with stitches.

(d) Abrasion Wound:

• An abrasion occurs when the skin is scraped or rubbed off, often due to friction. This type of wound is usually superficial and involves the outer layer of skin being damaged, causing pain, redness, and mild bleeding. Abrasions can be cleaned and covered for healing.

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