COACHING FINAL NFHS EXAM QUESTIONS

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COACHING FINAL (NFHS) EXAM QUESTIONS

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-Guarantee passing score -100 Questions and Answers -format set of multiple-choice -Expert-Verified Explanation Question 1: "Ugh! You are still not bending your elbow during the catch-pull phase of your stroke. Think this time!" This is not an effective use of the feedback sandwich for the underwater pull of the freestyle (front crawl). Which of the following statements would better represent correct usage of the feedback sandwich?

Answer:

I like your recovery and finish of your stroke - good work. Next time, let's add the slight elbow bend in the catch-pull phase of your stroke. This is going to improve the efficiency and power of your stroke.Let's give it another try Question 2: Which of the following are effective strategies for communicating information non-verbally?

Answer:

-Maintain eye contact without staring -Smile -Maintain a posture of relaxed confidence

Question 3: True / false

Fitness should never be used as punishment in interscholastic athletics.

Answer:

True

Question 4: How can a teacher/coach increase the level of student relatedness on the team?

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Take the time to really get to know your students Question 5: Each team should have a designated medical kit available at all practices and contests; and establish a set of procedures in the event emergency care is needed.

Answer:

true Question 6: Before providing feedback regarding poor tactical performance, a teacher/coach

should:

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Assess whether the student has the physiological or technical skill to be able to execute the tactical decision Question 7: During tennis practice, a student is observing where the shots are going and making adjustments to the serve. This represents what type of feedback?

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Augmented Question 8: Which of the following actions is expected under the anti- harassment laws?

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Avoid even the appearance of impropriety with regard to your interaction with students by being careful what you say and avoid any physical contact that may be construed as inappropriate touching Question 9: Part of developing a student-centered philosophy involves adopting a code of ethics. Which of the following statements represent a student-centered philosophy and is part of the NFHS Code of Ethics?

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The teacher/coach shall be aware that he or she has a tremendous influence, for either good or ill, on the education of the student-athlete and, thus, shall never place the value of winning above the value of instilling the highest ideals of character Question 10: Which of the following best describes "relatedness" in interscholastic athletics?

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being connected to others on the team

Question 11: A developmentally appropriate experience is one that is consistent with a

student's:

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ability, maturity Question 12: A teacher/coach walks out of practice to handle a scheduling issue for the upcoming game. While away, a player is injured due to horseplay. The teacher/coach could be negligent because what duty was breached?

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Duty to Supervise Question 13: Who is responsible for the execution of the emergency plan, if a student gets hurt during a contest

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a teach/coach Question 14: The principle of individualization would say:

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You should adapt your training session to the different needs of your students

Question 15: which of the following is a SMART goal?

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I would like to jump 6 ft. 1 in. in the high jump by the end of the season

Question 16: Which of the statements is NOT true about growth spurts?

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The peak velocity of the growth spurt starts sooner in males compared to females Question 17: Many sport accidents occur as a result of activities taking place in unsafe or inappropriate facilities. What can be done to reduce these injuries?

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Inspect the facility regularly and keep in safe condition

Question 18: The successful teacher/coach can structure interscholastic athletics to achieve which of the following outcomes?

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Enhance students' self-esteem Question 19: Teacher/coaches must be professional in the way they teach and behave with their students, parents, colleagues and administrators. Which of the following are examples of acting professionally? (Select all that apply).

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-Being punctual and well-groomed -Working hard -Maintaining appropriate relationships with students, parents and coaching colleagues Question 20: Which of the following strategies will help a teacher/coach work most effectively with an assistant coach?

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Delegate responsibilities and encourages an open exchange of ideas and insights Question 21: Which area addressed by state association's eligibility rules is put in place to inhibit students from seeking out or being recruited by other schools solely for athletic purposes?

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Transfer/Residency Question 22: Coaches who use the principles of periodization and individualization in their program will significantly minimize injuries

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True Question 23: A teacher/coach discusses the goals and successes achieved over the last two weeks just before the next big game. This is an attempt to build self-confidence by using which source of self-confidence?

Answer:

past performance