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Most people’s actions on the sports field are similar to their actions in everyday life. |
true |
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Physical ability is just one of many factors that influence the outcome of a sporting event. |
true |
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Varying activities gives everyone a chance to have fun and to be more successful. |
true |
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Which of the following statements about game rules is TRUE? |
Rules are written to protect the safety of the participants. |
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Pain during sports is completely normal and should not be a concern. |
false |
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In which of the following acute injury situations is the player least likely to be able to continue playing? |
The player is unconscious. |
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Which of the following statements about stopping/twisting is NOT true? |
mostly occurs in individual sports |
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Winning at any cost should never be the ultimate goal when competing in sports. What are some other benefits competition provides? |
Responses will vary. A sample response follows: Instead of focusing on the amount of wins and losses a team has, it is best to focus on the quality of play the team had. It is better to watch for improvement rather than counting the wins and losses. Finally, challenging oneself is more important than tallying wins and losses. |
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Which of the following statement about field hockey is NOT true? |
Players can score anywhere on the field. |
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Explain why it is important to stop playing a sport after sustaining an injury even if the pain seems to go away. |
Responses will vary. A sample response follows: Suffering an injury while playing sports is often accompanied by feelings of pain or discomfort, and just because the pain goes away, it does not mean that the injury has healed. Therefore, after sustaining an injury it is important to allow sufficient time to rest and allow the injury to fully heal even if there are no lingering feelings of pain from the injury. Continuing to play with an injury can cause further damage and significantly hinder the healing process. |
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It’s best to start at a higher level when participating in competitive sports. |
false |
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Explain why the motto "Do whatever it takes to win!" may not be an ethical guideline to follow. |
Responses will vary. A sample response follows: Sports ethics dictate that we follow the rules and use good sports etiquette when participating in sports. Many times, these ethics will conflict with the "Do whatever it takes to win!" motto. |
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Which of the following sports are NOT among the top 10 worldwide? |
gymnastics and figure skating |
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Explain why the first step in responding to any sports injury is to remove the danger that lead to the injury. |
Responses will vary. A sample response follows: When someone sustains an injury while participating in sports, that indicates that something unexpected has occurred. There is a risk that the conditions that lead to the initial injury could continue to pose a health hazard both to the player who sustained the initial injury as well as other players; it is essential to remove that danger. Removing the danger could require stopping the sports activity or even transporting the injured person off the field of play. While it can be dangerous to move someone who has sustained an injury, it is more important to ensure the safety of the athlete by eliminating dangers that can result in severe injuries. |
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Why is it important to listen to your body when playing sports? |
Responses will vary. A sample response follows: Sports should not hurt. If you are in pain, there may be several reasons why that is. Pain occurs when something is wrong. Ignoring the pain is a serious mistake. Instead, listen to your body and accommodate your play to limit or avoid the pain. If that does not help, you should stop playing and rest or see a doctor. |
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It’s the officials’ responsibility to insure that teammates are communicating effectively with one another. |
F |
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Which of the following is NOT a principle of safe sports? |
D. doing whatever it takes to win |
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A player with a positive attitude toward officials demonstrates which of the following? |
C. respect and acceptance |
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Your etiquette and ethics on the sports field are a reflection of your overall character. |
T |
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Which of the following is NOT part of baseball etiquette? |
D. don’t hit a home run when your team is leading the game |
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Which of the following BEST describes sports etiquette? |
A. unwritten rules and expectations for fair sports play |
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Which of the following is an example of good sports etiquette? |
C. failing to return a serve in tennis that was clearly out |
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The first officials of sporting events were __________. |
C. the captains of the two competing teams |
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Which of the following BEST describes sports protective equipment? |
D. Protective equipment is a key part of safe sports. |
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Players with a high level of skill should feel free to flaunt their skills in a game. |
F |
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Wishing the other players good luck in a sporting event is an example of what principle? |
C. initiative |
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Rules are a necessary component of competition. |
T |
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According to the lesson, which statement about competitions is NOT true? |
D. Competitions are harmful to a person’s self-esteem. |
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Which of the following statements about losing gracefully is TRUE? |
D. none of the above |
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Which attribute is NOT an element of giving one’s best effort? |
C. letting the other team score easily |
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Which of the following statements is NOT true about good sportsmanship? |
C. A good sport plays recklessly. |
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Which of the following is NOT the responsibility of an athlete during a competition? |
D. making up the rules for the game |
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Which of the following is a component of staying positive while competing? |
B. complimenting others on good plays |
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A person who yells at an official who made a bad call is just displaying a competitive spirit. |
F |
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Helping someone on your own team when they are injured is part of having compassion in sports. |
T |
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B |
Team sports can contribute to overall environmental health because __________. A. most athletes are also devoted environmentalists B. optimum athletic performance is dependent upon a clean environment C. team sports are played outside, so a clean environment is highly valued D. all of the above |
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T |
Team sports develop a person’s social health through learning to respect members of the opposite team. |
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D |
A good way to measure your power is __________. A. to walk on a balance beam B. to jog a mile to loosen up C. to stretch joints and muscles regularly D. to run 10 flights of stairs in several minutes |
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B |
Volleyball helps people reach their fitness goals by __________. A. using teamwork to win B. improving balance and agility C. improving spiritual health D. encouraging competition |
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C |
The game officials’ role in team sports includes all the following EXCEPT: A. enforcing the rules of the competition B. starting and ending the competition C. choosing which players should be substituted D. approving each team’s score |
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T |
Team sports can positively impact both skill-related and health-related fitness goals. |
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T |
In general, individual sports require better cardiorespiratory fitness. |
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D |
Spiritual health in individual sports is described by all of the following statements EXCEPT: A. The individual feels a sense of purpose. B. It allows one to respectfully compete against others. C. It encourages an individual to learn to be a good winner or loser. D. It fulfills a need to connect with others. |
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B |
Poise under pressure, dealing with adversity, and self-esteem are all parts of which type of health? A. emotional health B. mental heal C. physical health D. social health |
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F |
Fencing is often referred to as "mental chess" because it requires dexterity, endurance, and discipline. |
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F |
Agility and reaction time are two components of health-related fitness. |
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C |
Which of the following is an example of good sports etiquette? A. standing by and hoping to not hit someone in a game of golf after driving a ball too far B. bunting in baseball when the opposing team is down by 12 points C. failing to return a serve in tennis that was clearly out D. failing to call out a score before serving in tennis |
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T |
Coaches are ultimately responsible for the safety of their athletes. |
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D |
Sporting officials are typically responsible for __________. A. starting and ending the competition B. ensuring the game flows properly C. monitoring pregame activities D. all of the above |
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C |
Being gracious during sports play includes __________. A. knowing the rules of the game B. encouraging teammates to follow the rules C. forgiving personal mistakes and mistakes of your teammates D. retaliating against a competitor when the official isn’t looking |
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T |
Being fair doesn’t have to mean applying the same rules for everyone. |
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C |
Which of the following sports are NOT among the top 10 worldwide? A. soccer and American football B. cricket and baseball C. gymnastics and figure skating D. ice hockey and field hockey |
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C |
Which statement BEST describes what it means to maximize your effort in sports? A. giving your best effort only when losing B. ignoring mistakes and continuing to play C. keeping a good sense of humor D. none of the above |
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A |
Which method of choosing teams would be most hurtful to lower skilled players? A. having team captains pick one player at a time B. having people count off C. having people team up according to birthdays D. having people draw numbers |
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C |
Which of the following statement about field hockey is NOT true? A. It’s a very popular women’s sport. B. Each player uses a small curved stick to control the ball. C. Players can score anywhere on the field. D. It’s always played on a rectangular field. |
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T |
Most people’s actions on the sports field are similar to their actions in everyday life. |
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B |
Which of the following is NOT the responsibility of the officials? A. checking the safety equipment of the players B. judging the personal hygiene of the players C. making sure playing conditions are safe D. all of these are the officials’ responsibility |
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T |
How one copes with winning and losing is related to the state of his or her mental health. |
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