201 Test 1

Which of the following statements is true of the philosophy of existentialism?

According to this philosophy, reality is determined by individuals' experiences.

_____ is concerned with the preparation of teachers and sport leaders to provide programs and services for individuals with disabilities.

Adapted physical activity

Identify an example of environmental wellness.

Amy lives in a two-story apartment in a quiet locality.

Which of the following would result in a decrease in life expectancy of the people in a country?

An increase in chronic diseases

_____ is the process of gathering information to learn what participants know and are able to do, in order to determine their progress toward achievement of goals and objectives.

Assessment

_____ is a branch of philosophy that examines the nature of values.

Axiology

_____ professionals are needed to design and implement programs that are sensitive to the needs and values of different population groups, such as racial and ethnic minorities, females, and the aged.

Culturally competent

In the context of the changing demographics in the United States, identify the differences included by DeSensi in the extended version of his definition of cultural diversity. (Check all that apply.)

Differences in veteran status Differences in sexual orientation

Identify the cornerstones of the wellness movement. (Check all that apply.)

Disease prevention Health promotion

_____ affected the development of physical education pedagogy.

Educational research

Identify the areas within health education. (Check all that apply.)

Environmental health Health instruction Health services

_____ is a branch of philosophy concerned with examining the nature of knowledge.

Epistemology

_____ _____ is the study of the effects of various physical demands, particularly exercise, on the structure and function of the human body.

Exercise physiology

____ _____ is the scientific analysis of exercise or, more inclusively, physical activity.

Exercise science

True or false: According to the findings of the examination of health status and physical activity patterns in the United States, physical inactivity is greatest among men and young people.

False

True or false: Individuals who come from less affluent backgrounds have greater involvement in physical activity than those from affluent circumstances.

False

Who among the following individuals most likely follows the philosophy of realism?

Gary, a coach, conducts pop quizzes every week to assess how much his students have learned.

_____ are statements of purposes, intents, and aims that reflect desired accomplishment

Goals

Which of the following aspects of an individual's life does his or her socioeconomic status influence? (Check all that apply.)

Health status Educational attainment

Miley, an elementary school soccer coach, ensures that all team members avoid engaging in rough play during matches, even when their opponents are unfair. She believes that good behavior and discipline is more important than actually winning a match. In this scenario, which of the following philosophies is Miley most likely following?

Idealism

_____ emphasizes the mind as central to understanding and the critical role that reasoning plays in arriving at the truth.

Idealism

Qualitative research

It answers questions through words, images, and sounds.

Identify a true statement about sports.

It can be engaged in by people of all ages.

Identify the true statements about the philosophy of existentialism. (Check all that apply.)

It emphasizes the freedom of individuals to think as they choose. It stresses that individuals must accept the consequences of their actions.

Which of the following is true about aesthetics?

It enables people to see movement as an art form.

Competence

It implies having the capacity to function within the context of the cultural beliefs, behaviors, and needs presented by consumers and their communities.

The affective/social domain

It includes the promotion of values and the enhancement of emotional development.

The psychomotor domain

It involves the development of physical fitness.

Quantitative research

It is based primarily on the statistical analysis of numerical data.

The cognitive domain

It is concerned with the acquisition of knowledge and its application.

In the context of sports programs, identify a characteristic of school-community partnership.

It makes fitness programs available to adults.

Identify an advantage of school-community partnerships in physical education.

It offers increased opportunities for youth involvement in fitness programs.

Identify an accurate statement about culture.

It plays a complex, significant role in the health and well-being of people of all ages.

Culture

It refers to integrated patterns of human behavior that includes language, thoughts, and communications.

Identify a true statement about athletics.

It requires specially trained officials to ensure competitor fairness.

Identify a true statement about physical education pedagogy.

It seeks to determine the characteristics and skills possessed by effective coaches and how these influence athlete learning.

Kevin spends most of his income on basic necessities like food and shelter, so he has very little money left for secondary activities such as sports and exercise. As a result, he does not participate in any recreational activities as he cannot afford them. This scenario exemplifies that _____.

Kevin is from lower economic stratum

Identify a scenario that exemplifies spiritual wellness.

Lloyd believes in her principle of meditation to attain peace.

What do sports philosophers use as a tool to advance knowledge and arrive at decisions?

Logic

_____ is a branch of philosophy that can help members of the field of sport to organize facts to document the contribution of physical activity to well-being.

Logic

Which of the following is an example of physical wellness?

Melissa ensures that she gets at least eight hours of sleep every night.

Identify a modifiable risk factor that increases an individual's likelihood of disease and health problems.

Obesity

Which of the following contributes to cardiovascular disease?

Obesity

_____ studies how physical educators and sport leaders provide an effective learning environment, achieve desired learning goals, and assess program outcomes.

Physical education pedagogy

_____ exerted an important influence on the development of sports medicine and adapted physical activity.

Physical therapy

According to the wellness approach, which of the following is a social condition that exerts a significant influence on one's well-being?

Poverty

In the context of the objectives for learning, identify the desired outcomes associated with the affective/social domain. (Check all that apply.)

Promotion of a positive self-concept Enhancement of feelings of self-worth

Linda, an elementary school coach, adds a new activity of throw ball into her students' physical education classes. This new activity is shown to improve the reflexes of the children according to scientific evidence. In this scenario, which of the following philosophies is Linda most likely following?

Realism

Derek maintains good relationships with everyone in his family and work place. He always helps his friends and colleagues when in need. In this scenario, identify the aspect of health displayed by Derek.

Social wellness

Identify the disciplines of physical education, exercise science, and sport that were developed from the foundation formed by the social sciences. (Check all that apply.)

Sport and physical activity psychology Sport philosophy

_____ serve as a guide for professionals in planning for learning outcomes and achievement of the desired goals.

Taxonomies

What led to the rapid expansion of the knowledge base of exercise science?

The application of science to the study of physical activity

Identify the areas of study within the field of exercise physiology. (Check all that apply.)

The effects of different exercise programs on the muscular and cardiovascular systems The health status of different population groups such as children and the aged

What view does monism have on the mind and the body of an individual?

The mind and the body are a fused, unified entity.

Identify an ethical concern of physical education, exercise science, and sport. (Check all that apply.)

The nature of fair play The development of character

Identify a true statement about the role of sport psychologists.

They develop and effectively apply skills and strategies that will enhance an athlete's performance.

Identify a true statement about sport sociologists.

They examine the influence of race and gender on participation in sports

Identify a characteristic of motor development specialists.

They focus on the role of early movement experiences in their study.

Identify a responsibility of motor learning specialists.

They investigate the use of reinforcement to enhance learning in physical education.

Which of the following is true of school-based adult programs?

They provide an avenue to reach all people within the community.

In the context of allied fields, which of the following is true of recreation and leisure?

They provide opportunities for individuals to engage in freely chosen activities, including physical ones that yield beneficial health outcomes

In the context of sport philosophy, identify a role performed by sports philosophers.

They seek to understand the relationship between the mind and the body.

Identify the role of adapted physical educators given by federal law.

To design educational plans for students with disabilities

True or false: Professionals provide services to others through the application of knowledge and skills to improve people's well-being.

True

True or false: Sport professionals who follow the philosophy of idealism would place a high value on serving as role models to their clients.

True

True or false: Sports philosophy examines sport from many different perspectives.

True

An academic discipline consists of a conceptual framework that provides structure for _____.

a field

In the context of the objectives in the psychomotor domain developed by Dave, the lower-order objectives focus on the _____.

acquisition of basic movements and perceptual abilities

Culture influences an individual's _____.

adherence to exercise programs

When professionals practice in a _____ way, they design and implement programs that appropriately serve people of diverse cultures in a manner that affirms participants' worth and dignity.

culturally competent

In the context of assessment, _____ can be used to identify individuals' strengths and weaknesses, levels of abilities, and developmental status in the various domains.

diagnostic procedures

Mobility and function even among the frail and very old adults can be maintained and improved through _____.

engagement in regular physical activity

In the context of the branches of philosophy, _____ is concerned with issues of right and wrong, responsibility, and standards of conduct.

ethics

The two extensions of axiology are _____.

ethics and aesthetics

According to Corbin, _____ is a combination of a well-established discipline and one or more professions that deliver a social service.

field

In 1947, the World Health Organization (WHO) defined _____ as a state of complete physical, mental, and social well-being and not merely the absence of disease and infirmity.

health

In the context of health, wellness emphasizes _____.

individuals' taking personal responsibility for their health

Community recreation programs offer a great variety of _____.

instruction and sport activities for people of all ages and abilities

In the context of the branches of philosophy, _____ seeks to address the ultimate nature of reality, that is, what is real and exists.

metaphysics

In context of physical education, _____ studies the factors that influence the development of abilities essential to movement.

motor development

In the context of physical education, ____ ____ is the study of changes in motor behavior that are primarily the result of practice and experience.

motor learning

In the context of physical education, _____ _____is the study of changes in motor behavior that are primarily the result of practice and experience.

motor learning

According to the Physical Activity Guidelines for Americans 2018, children are recommended to engage in _____.

muscle- and bone-strengthening physical activity on at least 3 days a week

The belief that life is governed by the laws of nature is central to the philosophy of ____.

naturalism

As a form of therapy, dance is used to provide _____.

opportunities for individuals to express their thoughts and feelings

Exercise physiologists and other professionals who conduct high-quality exercise programs for older adults in sports clubs, senior citizen centers, and retirement communities at affordable costs and in such accessible locations are said to promote _____.

physical activity

In the context of major philosophies, _____ is a philosophy that holds experiences as the basis of truth.

pragmatism

Richard, a manager at an advertising company, instructs his employees to learn from their own life experiences as he believes that individuals experience different situations and that reality differs from person to person. In this scenario, Richard most likely believes in the philosophy of _____.

pragmatism

John Dewey's ideas of _____ reflect a pragmatic orientation.

progressive education

An important aspect of the humanist approach is _____.

promoting self-responsibility

The philosophy of _____ emphasizes the use of the scientific method to arrive at the truth.

realism

In the context of allied fields, recreation and leisure are generally thought of as _____.

self-chosen activities that provide a means of revitalizing and refreshing one's body and spirit

Identify a discipline of physical education, exercise science, and sport that was developed from the foundation formed by the social sciences.

sport history

____ ____ is the systematic and reflective study of the truth, meanings, and actions of sport.

sport philosophy

In the context of physical education, the rehabilitation sciences exerted an important influence on the development of _____.

sports medicine

In the context of dualism, dualists usually emphasize the _____.

superiority of the mind over the body

An area of study within the field of sport biomechanics includes _____.

the examination of the musculoskeletal system with respect to human movement

Philosophy, derived from the Greek word philosophia, means _____.

the love of wisdom

Sport sociology is the study of _____.

the role of sport in society and its impact on participants in sport

When an individual moves toward cultural competency, he or she is required to _____.

understand how factors such as power and privilege influence opportunities for different cultural groups