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66.
A group of fourth-grade students are learning a creative movement pattern in which they form a line and perform a forward roll simultaneously. Each time they execute the roll, one particular student rolls in a crooked line and bumps into a neighbor. To address this problem, it would be most appropriate for the teacher to:
  1. Ask the student to remain after class so that the teacher can assess the student's attitude.
  2. Observe the student's roll to assess movement technique and provide individualized instruction.
  3. Change the choreography to create larger spaces between students when they execute the roll.
  4. Substitute an easier movement for the roll so all students will feel successful performing the routine.
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67.
Before introducing students to the basic steps used in an ethnic social dance, a teacher shows them a video of a performance featuring the dance that begins with a narrator outlining the story the dancers perform. The narration will most likely enhance students' understanding of dance as:
  1. Artistic and aesthetic expression.
  2. Movement that can convey meaning.
  3. An expression of personal feelings.
  4. An important part of theatrical productions.
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68.
Which of the following is a critical element of the ready position in badminton?
  1. Holding The Racket Down.
  2. Standing with knees locked.
  3. Holding the racket up.
  4. Standing with weight on heels.
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69.
During a basketball activity, students work in pairs. Each student has a ball and faces his or her partner from several feet away. As one partner makes a two-handed chest pass, the other partner simultaneously makes a bounce pass. After a while, they switch passes. Which of the following is most likely the main objective of this activity?
  1. Developing skills in passing.
  2. Practicing pick and roll skills.
  3. Developing offensive footwork while passing.
  4. Practicing passing around a defender.
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70.
Which of the following cues correctly describes a critical element of the two-handed side-arm strike used to bat a ball?
  1. "Grip the bat so that your dominant hand is below your non-dominant hand."
  2. "Transfer your weight from your back foot to your front foot as your hips and shoulder rotate into the swing."
  3. "Hold the bat in front of your shoulder and keep your batting elbow perpendicular to the ground."
  4. "Keep your batting elbow flexed during the entire swing and stop the follow-through at the point of contact."
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