Mississippi Healthy Students Act Quiz

What is one of the physical benefits of physical activity mentioned in the document?

• Weakens bones

• Helps build and maintain healthy bones and muscles

• Increases muscle fatigue

• Decreases bone density

What is the main purpose of the 2013 Mississippi Physical Education Framework?

• To provide a foundation for developing a quality physical education curriculum.

• To create a new sports program for schools.

• To replace all existing physical education teachers.

• To eliminate physical education from the curriculum.

According to the NASPE Definition of Quality Physical Education, what should a high-quality program address?

• Physical, mental, and social/emotional development.

• Only physical development.

• Only mental development.

• Only social/emotional development.

What benefits do students in Mississippi gain from quality physical education?

• Physical, emotional, and mental benefits.

• Only physical benefits.

• Only emotional benefits.

• Only mental benefits.

What is the role of fitness education and assessment in the program?

• To help children understand, improve, and/or maintain their physical well-being.

• To focus only on competitive sports.

• To replace all other forms of education.

• To eliminate the need for physical activity.

What is an integral part of the total educational process in Mississippi schools?

• Quality daily physical education

• Advanced mathematics

• Computer science

• Art and music

What is one of the goals of a sequentially-planned physical education program?

• To increase academic scores

• To participate regularly in physical activity

• To learn a new language

• To improve artistic skills

What is one of the competencies of a physically educated person according to the standards?

• Demonstrates competency in motor skills and movement patterns

• Can run a marathon

• Knows all sports rules

• Can lift heavy weights

What does the 2013 Mississippi Physical Education Framework ensure for students?

• Access to sports teams

• Opportunity to gain information and skills appropriate to age level

• Free gym memberships

• Participation in national competitions

Which assessment method involves students evaluating each other?

• Peer Assessment

• Parent Report

• Interview

• Observation/Teacher