7th grade PE review

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Unit 1: Flag Football

Key Concepts:

• Players/Positions:
  

  • Quarterback (QB): Calls plays, advances the ball.

  • Center: Snaps ball to QB.

  • Receiver: Catches passes to gain yards or score.

• Terms:
  

  • Interception: Defense catches QB’s pass.

  • Sack: QB’s flag pulled behind line.

  • Fumble: Dropped ball after possession.

  • Line of Scrimmage: Starting point of each play.

  • Downs: 4 tries to gain a first down.

Skills:

• Throwing: Grip ball, step with opposite foot, follow through.

• Catching: Thumbs/pinkies form triangle; watch ball; soft hands.

• Scoring:
  

  • Touchdown: 6 pts.

  • Extra Point: 1 (5 steps) or 2 (10 steps).

  • Safety: 2 pts.

• Flag Safety Rules: No tackling, flags outside clothing, shirts tucked in.

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Unit 2: Soccer

Key Concepts:

• How to Play: 11 players/team; score by dribbling/kicking into goal.

• Important Areas:
  

  • Goal Line/End Line

  • Penalty Box: Where goalie uses hands; fouls here lead to penalty kick.

  • Touchline: Sideline.

• Skills:
  

  • Dribbling: Light kicks with inside/outside of foot.

  • Trapping: Control ball using foot, thigh, chest, or head.

  • Throw-In: Both feet on ground, ball over head with both hands.

  • Free Kick/Corner/Goal Kick: Restart methods after ball goes out.

• Strategies:
  

  • Offensive: Move, pass, look for open players.

  • Defensive: Stay between ball and goal, communicate.

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Unit 3: Volleyball

Key Concepts:

• Positions: 6 players; back row/front row.

• Start/Serve: Behind end line; ball must go over net cleanly.

• Hits:
  

  • Bump/Forearm Pass

  • Set

  • Spike

  • Block

• Rules:
  

  • 3 hits per side.

  • Rally scoring: point every play.

  • Ball in if it lands on line.

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Unit 12: Fitness Responsibility & Warm-up

Key Concepts:

• Behavior: Show respect, emotional control, effort.

• Warm-up: Light cardio for 5–10 mins (e.g., jogging).

• Cool-down: Slow activity + stretching for 5–10 mins.

• Heat Illnesses:
  

  • Cramps: Dehydration.

  • Exhaustion: Heavy sweating, dizziness.

  • Heat Stroke: No sweating, high temp, emergency.

• Hydration: Drink before/during/after exercise.

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Unit 13: Alcohol, Tobacco, Communication

Key Concepts:

• Alcohol: Illegal for minors; slows thinking.

• Smoking: Risks include asthma, bronchitis, heart rate increase.

• Effective Communication:
  

  • Respectful language

  • Active listening

  • Body language awareness

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Unit 14: Fitness Testing

Tests:

• PACER: Cardio fitness

• Push-Ups: Muscular strength

• Curl-Ups: Abdominal endurance

• Sit & Reach: Flexibility

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Unit 16: Internet Safety

Key Concepts:

• 5 Rules:
  

  1. Know What’s Up: Be aware.

  2. Spot Red Flags: Recognize danger.

  3. Make a Move: Get away from danger.

  4. Talk It Up: Report to a trusted adult.

  5. No Blame, No Shame: You are not at fault.

• Digital Citizenship: Be safe, respectful, responsible online.

• Digital Footprint: Everything you post/do online is traceable.

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