Deck 20: Balancing

Question 1

An example of static balance is a headstand.

Answer 1

True

Question 2

All of the following are important cues for balancing at the control level except

A) tight muscles.
B) stillness-hold perfectly still.
C) soft landings-when dismounting balancing apparatus.
D) extensions-extend body parts for stability.
E) smooth transitions-from one balance to another.

Answer 2

C

Question 3

Balancing is an important skill for most gymnastics activities; however,it is used much less frequently in dance and games.

Answer 3

False

Question 4

Maintaining a desired shape in a stationary position is called

A) dynamic balance.
B) a statue.
C) momentary balance.
D) fixed balance.
E) static balance

Question 5

Traveling along a low balance beam without losing balance and falling off is an example of a precontrol-level task.

Question 6

An example of dynamic balance is riding a skateboard.

Question 7

Learning experiences at the utilization level of balancing should focus on maintaining the stillness and control of the balance.

Question 8

Appropriate equipment for teaching balancing skills in the elementary program include all of the following EXCEPT

A) a vaulting box.
B) tumbling mats.
C) balance beams.
D) balance boards.
E) tight rope

Question 9

Supporting weight on combinations of body parts and holding balances on various types of large apparatus are appropriate balancing tasks at

A) the precontrol level of skill development.
B) the control level of skill development.
C) the utilization level of skill development.
D) the proficiency level of skill development.
E) both the utilization level of skill development and the proficiency level of skill development.

Question 10

All of the concepts below should be emphasized when teaching balancing except that

A) it is easier to balance over a wide base of support,than a narrow one.
B) for stationary balances,the center of gravity should be aligned over the base of support.
C) for dynamic balances,movements cover space.
D) extensions to one side of the body beyond the base of support necessitate extensions in the opposite direction.
E) All answers are important teaching concepts.