Core 2 CQ4

Which of the following is the first stage of skill acquisition?

• Associative

• Cognitive

• Autonomous

• Reflexive

Which stage of skill acquisition is characterised by automatic and smooth performance with little conscious thought?

• Cognitive

• Associative

• Autonomous

• Reflexive

Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of the learner?

• Personality

• Heredity

• Weather

• Confidence

A skill that is performed in a stable and predictable environment is known as:

• Open skill

• Closed skill

• Serial skill

• Continuous skill

Which of the following best describes a gross motor skill?

• Involves small muscle groups and precise movements

• Involves large muscle groups and whole-body movement

• Is always externally paced

• Is always self-paced

Which practice method involves practising a skill continuously without rest?

• Distributed practice

• Massed practice

• Whole practice

• Part practice

Which type of feedback is received during the performance of a skill?

• Delayed feedback

• Concurrent feedback

• Knowledge of results

• Knowledge of performance

Which of the following is an example of an open skill?

• Gymnastics routine

• Swimming in a pool

• Passing a football during a match

• Shot put

Which characteristic is most associated with skilled performers?

• Kinaesthetic sense

• Nervousness

• Inconsistency

• Poor technique

Objective performance measures are best described as:

• Based on personal opinion

• Measured using equipment or set criteria

• Influenced by the judge’s feelings

• Always unreliable