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Understanding Iona's Backbending Maneuver

Understanding Iona's Backbending Maneuver

Assessment

Interactive Video

Biology, Physics, Physical Ed, Performing Arts

9th - 12th Grade

Practice Problem

Hard

Created by

Emma Peterson

FREE Resource

The video explores how Iona performs an extraordinary backbending maneuver. Initially, the team struggles to measure her contortion due to equipment failure but improvises using video analysis. Iona's ability to control her stretch reflex is key to her hypermobility, which is achieved through a unique warm-up routine that desensitizes her muscles, preventing the reflex from triggering. This allows her to perform extreme positions without injury.

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10 questions

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What issue did the team face with the gometer during Iona's performance?

It was not calibrated correctly.

It provided inaccurate data due to interference.

It was not used at all.

It dislodged due to extreme contortion.

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How did David Sandler measure Iona's contortion?

Through footage and special software.

By estimating based on her flexibility.

By observing her neck movements.

Using a different gometer.

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is crucial for Iona to maintain during her maneuver?

Her eye contact with the audience.

Her breathing rate.

Her center of balance over her head.

Her speed of movement.

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What normally prevents extreme inverted positions in the body?

Muscle fatigue.

Stretch reflex.

Joint stiffness.

Heart rate increase.

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What did the EKG data reveal about Iona's performance?

Her heart rate was erratic.

Her respiration rate was elevated.

Her heart and respiration rates were normal.

She experienced muscle spasms.

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What does Iona's ability to control her stretch reflex suggest?

She has a higher pain threshold.

Her hypermobility is due to this control.

She can consciously trigger her reflex.

She has a unique muscle structure.

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the purpose of Iona's warm-up routine?

To practice her routine.

To improve her breathing technique.

To desensitize her muscles.

To increase her heart rate.

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