PE Packet 7 - Archery - GINGER HAMPTON | Library

WHAT TO DO 

The following questions will help you to have a greater appreciation and understanding of archery. Write your answers in the spaces below the questions. If there is not enough room, write on the backs of these sheets. Be neat, spell correctly, and write in complete sentences.

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What are the physical benefits to be derived from archery?

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What are some of the factors an archer must consider in his or her choice of a bow?

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What is the “draw weight” of a bow?

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What basic pieces of equipment are needed to get started in archery?

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Describe the ten steps in shooting a bow and arrow.

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True of False: A good archer keeps his or her body and arm tense and rigid at all times. Explain.

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What do beginning archers need to do before they begin to practice archery?

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Should you ever shoot an arrow straight up into the air? Explain.

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Why is concentration so important in archery?

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PE Packet 7 - Archery

What are the physical benefits to be derived from archery?

What are some of the factors an archer must consider in his or her choice of a bow?

What is the “draw weight” of a bow?

What basic pieces of equipment are needed to get started in archery?

Describe the ten steps in shooting a bow and arrow.

True of False: A good archer keeps his or her body and arm tense and rigid at all times. Explain.

What do beginning archers need to do before they begin to practice archery?

Should you ever shoot an arrow straight up into the air? Explain.

Why is concentration so important in archery?

What does “follow-through” mean in archery and why is it important?