International Instructor Test Examining 9/10

Should someone's attitude be taken into consideration for grading?

• No, gradings are just a physical test

• Yes, a student's attitude is very important

• Yes, but only on black belt gradings

• Yes, but only at senior black belt gradings

Can an examiner grade their own students?

• Yes, but only once per year

• No, another examiner should be requested

• Only if the examiner is a Master

• Yes, but it is important to maintain a transparent and consistent system

Is it possible to grade someone with physical disabilities?

• Yes but only up to 5th gup

• No, Taekwon-Do is only for physically able people

• No, everyone must be able to perform all the movements properly

• Yes, if the examiner believes they have reached their potential for that grading

Should an examination be a formal event?

• No, it can happen any place, any time

• Yes, it should have a level of formality and protocol

• Only at black belt gradings

• No, but examiners should wear a suit

Which of these qualities should an examiner have most?

• Openness

• Generosity

• Toughness

• Fairness

Can and examiner grade a student alone?

• Only for coloured belt gradings

• Yes, demanding on the rules of the national association

• No, this is not allowed

• No, unless the examiner is 8th dan or 9th dan

Should examiners make accurate marks and notes?

• No, the examiner can just watch and make a decision

• Yes, the marks and comments should be a reliable reflection of the given result

• Yes, but it doesn't really matter

• No, the examiner relies on the students' instructors to makes notes

When should grading results be given to the candidates?

• It's up to the examiner

• Immediately after the grading

• In a timely manner, as customary for the particular organization

• One week later

An examiner's integrity should be:

• Same as anyone else

• Unimportant

•  Of a high standard

• Beyond reproach

Can anyone be an examiner once they get 4th degree?

• Yes

• No, they must also hold an International Instructor's certificate

• No, they must also hold an international Instructor's certificate and some countries also have their own examiners requirements

• No, they must also be a qualified umpire