Deck 23: Basketball

Question 1

Lead-up games provide an opportunity to emphasize development of selected sport skills in a setting that is compatible with the ability of participants.

Answer 1

True

Question 2

Skills instruction for basketball is introduced primarily during the intermediate grades after youngsters have mastered the basic prerequisite skills.

Answer 2

True

Question 3

For firm control, the ball should be handled with the palms of the hands.

Answer 3

False

Question 4

Emphasis in the elementary program should be on regulation play.

Question 5

Smaller balls and lower baskets help develop technically correct patterns.

Question 6

Officiating should not be part of the instructional process in Level III.

Question 7

Lead-up games in Developmental Level II such as Birdies in the Cage, Circle Guard and Pass, and Basketball Tag allow participants to learn skills in a setting that offers both enjoyment and success.

Question 8

The layup shot and the one-hand push shot should receive instructional attention in Developmental Level I.

Question 9

For firm control, the ball should be handled with the thumb and finger pads.

Question 10

Basketball lead-up games should be emphasized so all students can experience success.

Question 11

Developmental Level III places emphasis on continued practice of fundamental skills.

Question 12

The passer bounces the pass about 1/4 of the way to the receiver when performing a bounce pass.

Question 13

Passes should be made with a quick arm extension and a snap of the wrists, with thumbs and fingers providing momentum.

Question 14

Shooting is used to advance the ball, break for a basket, or maneuver out of a difficult situation.

Question 15

When shooting the focus should be on the back of the basket rim.

Question 16

An instructional cue for shooting is "jump high".

Question 17

Students should focus on proper shooting form rather than making baskets.

Question 18

The one-hand set shot is the shot of choice for free throws.

Question 19

The jump shot has the same upper body mechanics as the one-hand push shot.

Question 20

Pivoting is a faking motion in one direction when the intent is to move in another direction.

Question 21

The jump shot is easy for elementary school children.

Question 22

Feinting is a faking motion in one direction when the intent is to move in another direction.

Question 23

To stop quickly, the weight of the body is dropped to lower the center of gravity, and the feet are applied as brakes.

Question 24

If both feet hit the ground simultaneously when receiving the basketball, the receiver can pivot in any direction and either foot can be the pivot foot.

Question 25

Balls other than basketballs can be used successfully practice basketball skills.

Question 26

As children mature at Developmental Level II, a goal should be for them to develop a range of skills including all of the following EXCEPT:

A) passing.
B) catching.
C) officiating.
D) shooting.

Question 27

Skills needed in basketball at the elementary level include:

A) passing, dribbling, and defending.
B) passing, dribbling, and knowledge of offensive plays.
C) passing, dribbling, and knowledge of zone defense.
D) passing, shooting, and knowledge of the dimensions of the court.

Question 28

Which of the following is NOT an instructional cue for catching?

A) "Move to the ball."
B) "Step forward, extend arms, and rotate hands slightly inward."
C) "Spread the fingers and catch with the fingertips."
D) "Reach for the ball."

Question 29

Instructional cues for dribbling include:

A) "Push the ball to the floor. Don't slap it."
B) "Move to the ball."
C) "Give with the ball."
D) "Bend the knees and use the legs for more force."

Question 30

A maneuver that protects the ball by keeping the body between the ball and the defensive player is referred to as:

A) "stopping."
B) "pivoting."
C) "defending."
D) "feinting."

Question 31

Basketball drills are effective when they:

A) make students work hard.
B) simulate actual game situations.
C) apply fitness principles.
D) involve students waiting their turn.

Question 32

When students play basketball tag (e.g., Dribblerama) it is a good idea to:

A) play two or more games simultaneously.
B) play until you have a winner.
C) have the students sit and watch after they lose their basketball.
D) have one team watch while the other team plays and then switch.

Question 33

Modified scoring systems awards points for all of the following EXCEPT:

A) hitting the rim.
B) making a basket.
C) hitting the backboard.
D) making three baskets in a row.

Question 34

Skills tests in basketball cover all of the following EXCEPT:

A) attending a basketball game.
B) passing.
C) shooting.
D) making free throws.

Question 35

Match the most suitable description with the following skills in the statements below.

-A shot taken when traveling toward the basket after receiving a pass or at the end of a dribble

A) Layup shot
B) Chest push pass
C) Jump shot
D) Free-throw shot
E) One-handed push shot

Question 36

Match the most suitable description with the following skills in the statements below.

-A two-handed pass with one foot ahead of the other

A) Layup shot
B) Chest push pass
C) Jump shot
D) Free-throw shot
E) One-handed push shot

Question 37

Match the most suitable description with the following skills in the statements below.

-A set shot taken from longer distances

A) Layup shot
B) Chest push pass
C) Jump shot
D) Free-throw shot
E) One-handed push shot

Question 38

Match the most suitable description with the following skills in the statements below.

-A shot taken after propelling the body straight up

A) Layup shot
B) Chest push pass
C) Jump shot
D) Free-throw shot
E) One-handed push shot

Question 39

Why is modifying equipment used by elementary school children important for basketball?

Question 40

What is the focus of basketball at the Developmental Level II?