Lesson 3.2.1.1

3.2.1.1 Classification of skills (basic/complex, open/closed) Quiz: AQA Physical Education, Unit 2

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The 20 questions

  1. Which skill classification describes a skill performed in an unpredictable environment?

    • Self-paced
    • Fine
    • Open
    • Closed
  2. Which skill classification describes a skill performed in a predictable environment?

    • Open
    • Closed
    • Externally paced
    • Complex
  3. Which classification means the performer chooses when to start the skill?

    • Open
    • Self-paced
    • Externally paced
    • Gross
  4. Which classification means the timing is set by the environment?

    • Externally paced
    • Self-paced skill
    • Gross motor skill
    • Closed skill type
  5. Which classification describes a skill using large muscle groups?

    • Externally paced
    • Fine
    • Open
    • Gross
  6. Which classification describes a skill needing precision of small muscle movements?

    • Gross
    • Open
    • Externally paced
    • Fine
  7. Which classification describes a skill with few parts and simple decisions?

    • Basic
    • Open
    • Self-paced
    • Complex
  8. Which classification describes a skill with many parts and decisions?

    • Basic
    • Closed
    • Complex
    • Gross
  9. A netball player shoots from a set position with no opposition. Which classification best fits?

    • Complex
    • Externally paced
    • Closed
    • Open
  10. A goalkeeper saves a shot from an unpredictable opponent. Which classification fits?

    • Closed
    • Basic
    • Self-paced
    • Open
  11. A diver starts the dive when ready. Which classification fits?

    • Gross
    • Self-paced
    • Open
    • Externally paced
  12. A tennis player returns a serve whose timing is set by the server. Which classification fits?

    • Externally paced
    • Self-paced skill
    • Closed skill type
    • Gross motor skill
  13. Which classification fits a darts player throwing a dart?

    • Open
    • Externally paced
    • Gross
    • Fine
  14. Which classification fits a rugby tackle?

    • Closed
    • Fine
    • Gross
    • Basic
  15. Which term best defines a sporting skill?

    • Learned action
    • Natural reflex
    • Random movement
    • Inborn trait
  16. What term defines an innate, enduring capacity to perform a range of skills?

    • Arousal
    • Ability
    • Skill
    • Technique
  17. Which goal focuses on personal performance with no social comparison?

    • Outcome goal
    • Performance goal
    • Winning goal
    • League position goal
  18. Which goal relies on the result against others?

    • Fitness goal
    • Outcome goal
    • Performance goal
    • Technique goal
  19. Which goal type is most appropriate for a beginner to avoid demotivation?

    • Result goal
    • Performance goal
    • Winning goal
    • Outcome goal
  20. Why must a performer make quick decisions during an open skill?

    • Rules prohibit fast movement
    • Environment changes constantly
    • Conditions remain totally static
    • Equipment is always stationary

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