Physical Development in Middle Childhood Lesson

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is an example of a fine motor skill?

• Grasping a pencil

• Running

• Jumping

• Climbing

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Kindergarteners should be able to stand on one foot for ___ seconds.

Multiple Select

Which of the following are characteristics of first grade physical development?

• Improved sense of balance

• Dribble Basketball

• Increased stamina and coordination

• Writing neatly

Multiple Choice

What is one reason fine motor skills may lag behind gross motor skills in second graders?

• Large muscles develop faster than small muscles

• Second graders are less active

• Fine motor skills are not important

• Second graders do not play sports

Multiple Choice

What are some common physical skills and health concepts that second graders can understand and perform?

• Performing up to 13 sit-ups, learning about strong muscles, cardiovascular fitness, and flexibility

• Running marathons, understanding advanced nutrition science

• Playing professional sports, mastering yoga poses

• Diagnosing medical conditions, performing surgery

Multiple Select

Which of the following statements about third grade physical development is correct?

• Third graders have fully developed large muscles and coordination.

• Third graders enjoy rough play and often seek competition.

• Third graders can critically assess their movements and seek advice to improve.

• Third graders have mastered all fine motor skills.

Multiple Select

How does stamina and eye-hand coordination change for fourth graders compared to previous grades?

• Stamina has improved

• They still need to take frequent breaks

• Eye-hand coordination is proficient

• They don't need glasses yet.

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Fifth graders can do up to ___ push ups and run a mile without resting.

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is NOT recommended for balanced nutrition in children?

• Seafood and lean meat

• Whole grains

• Candy and soda

• Fruits and vegetables