Understanding Kinesiology Quiz

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Understanding Kinesiology Quiz

Test your knowledge of kinesiology and its various aspects through this engaging quiz! Explore fundamental concepts related to movement, physical activity, and the subdisciplines of kinesiology.

Key features of the quiz:

10 multiple choice questions
Focus on kinesiology theory and practice
Suitable for students, educators, and enthusiasts alike

10 Questions2 MinutesCreated by MovingMind123

Kinesiology focuses on

the physical aspects of physical activity

the physical and emotional aspects of physical activity

The physical, emotional, and philosophical aspects of physical activity

The physical, emotional, philosophical, and sociocultural aspects of physical activity

How does movement differ from physical activity?

Unlike physical activity, movement is always directed toward a goal.

Unlike physical activity, movement is always voluntary.

Unlike physical activity, movement is not always voluntary or directed toward a goal.

Unlike physical activity, movement always results in a person sweating.

Kinesiology is composed of a variety of areas of specialized study. These specialized areas, including sport and exercise psychology and sport sociology, are known as

subdisciplines

Core classes

Professional practice

Parent disciplines

Faculty in colleges and universities who teach about physical activity and conduct research on physical activity-related problems are called

biodynamicologists

kinesiotherapists

kinanthropologists

kinesiologists

Which of the following represents a means of obtaining theoretical knowledge of kinesiology?

Ing a cartwheel

studying exercise physiology

Coaching a little league team

The feelings of excitement form participating in a sport

Which of the following is NOT true of kinesiology theory?

It focuses on the theoretical aspectof physical activity

It adds our knowledge of ourselves

It is always directly applicable to professional practice

It is composed of knowledge about physical activity drawn from traditional disciplines in humanities and in biological, behavioral, and sociological studies

Which of the following best defines exercise?

physical activity that makes you sweat

Physical activity performed to prepare you for an athletic event

Physical activity performed to improve the performance, health, or appearance of your body

Any form of physical activity

Exercise physiology, biomechanics, sport history, and motor learning are examples of the subdisciplines of kinesiology.

True

False

Which of the following is the centerpiece to the study of kinesiology?

Sport

Movement

Physical activity

Research feelings

Understanding Kinesiology Quiz

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