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IB SEHS Topic 5 - Skill in Sports

Total questions: 15

Worksheet time: 45mins

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1.

Describe the concept of 'externally paced skills'.

a)

Externally paced skills are those where the timing is determined by external factors, such as the environment or opponents.

b)

Externally paced skills are those that are performed at a self-determined speed without external influence.

c)

Externally paced skills are skills that require a high level of internal focus and concentration.

d)

Externally paced skills are skills that are always performed in a controlled environment.

2.

What is the role of 'practice' in skill acquisition?

a)

Practice has no significant impact on skill acquisition.

b)

Practice enhances performance by improving technique, increasing confidence, and developing muscle memory.

c)

Practice is only important for physical skills, not cognitive skills.

d)

Practice can lead to overconfidence and hinder performance.

3.

How is 'response time' defined in the context of a race?

a)

The time taken to complete the race after the starting whistle.

b)

The amount of time between the stimulus (starting whistle) and the completion of movement (end of the race)

c)

The time it takes for a runner to reach their maximum speed after the start.

d)

The duration of the race from start to finish.

4.

Which motor skill classifications apply when an athlete runs a 100 m race?

a)

Fine, coactive, internally paced

b)

Gross, coactive, externally paced

c)

Fine, individual, externally paced

d)

Gross, individual, internally paced

5.

What does Hick's Law state about reaction time and possible outcomes?

a)

As the number of possible outcomes increases, reaction time increases.

b)

Reaction time decreases as the number of possible outcomes increases.

c)

There is no relationship between reaction time and possible outcomes.

d)

Reaction time is constant regardless of the number of possible outcomes.

6.

What is the difference between 'gross motor skills' and 'fine motor skills'?

a)

Gross motor skills involve small, precise movements, while fine motor skills involve large muscle movements.

b)

Gross motor skills involve large muscle movements (e.g., running), while fine motor skills involve smaller, precise movements (e.g., writing).

c)

Gross motor skills are only used in sports, while fine motor skills are used in everyday tasks.

d)

Gross motor skills are developed in early childhood, while fine motor skills are developed in adolescence.

7.

Explain the term 'coactive skill' with an example.

a)

Coactive skills are performed in the presence of others but do not require direct interaction, e.g., running in a race.

b)

Coactive skills require direct interaction with others, e.g., playing basketball.

c)

Coactive skills are performed alone without any audience, e.g., swimming in a pool.

d)

Coactive skills involve teamwork and collaboration, e.g., building a sandcastle together.

8.

Explain the term 'stage to stage transfer' in skill learning.

a)

Stage to stage transfer refers to the progression of skills from one level of complexity to another, building on previous learning.

b)

Stage to stage transfer is the process of abandoning old skills for new ones.

c)

Stage to stage transfer involves practicing skills in isolation without any progression.

d)

Stage to stage transfer means learning skills in a random order without any structure.

9.

What is the formula for calculating 'response time'?

a)

Response time = reaction time + movement time.

b)

Response time = reaction time - movement time.

c)

Response time = movement time / reaction time.

d)

Response time = reaction time * movement time.

10.

What is the impact of 'mental rehearsal' on skill performance?

a)

Mental rehearsal has no effect on performance.

b)

Mental rehearsal can improve performance by enhancing focus, confidence, and the execution of skills.

c)

Mental rehearsal only helps in memorizing information.

d)

Mental rehearsal is only beneficial for physical skills.

11.

Define 'moment of inertia' in the context of sports performance.

a)

A measure of an object's resistance to changes in its rotation, influenced by mass distribution.

b)

The speed at which an object moves in a straight line.

c)

The force exerted by an object when it is in motion.

d)

The angle at which an object rotates around a fixed point.

12.

Define 'skill' in the context of sports performance.

a)

Skill is the ability to perform a task effectively and efficiently, often developed through practice.

b)

Skill is the natural talent one possesses without any training.

c)

Skill refers to the physical strength required to excel in sports.

d)

Skill is the knowledge of rules and regulations in sports.

13.

What is the relationship between ability, skill and technique?

a)

Skill = ability + technique

b)

Skill = ability - technique

c)

Skill = ability * technique

d)

Skill = ability / technique

14.

What type of transfer occurs when a gymnast learns that forming a tuck in a somersault will reduce the moment of inertia and allow them to spin faster?

a)

Principles to skills

b)

Skills to principles

c)

Physical to mental

d)

Mental to physical

15.

What is the significance of 'reaction time' in sports?

a)

It determines the athlete's strength.

b)

It is crucial for athletes to respond quickly to stimuli, impacting performance outcomes.

c)

It measures the athlete's endurance.

d)

It affects the athlete's flexibility.