Chapter 1

Which of the following is NOT an example of physical activity as defined in this text?

Movement is best defined as

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

Professional practice knowledge is most likely to be used when one is

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

Which of the following best defines exercise?

How does movement differ from physical activity

Kinesiology is_____in nature because it focuses not just on the bodily aspects of physical activity but on the cognitions, emotions, and soul as well

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

Physical activity is the means by which we explore our world.

Physical activity always involves movement.

All movement is physical activity

Experiential knowledge is knowledge we derive from performing and watching others perform physical activity.

The term kinesiology is applied to the field of study formally known as physical education

Scientists have shown that physical activity does NOT involve the cognitive, emotional, and spiritual aspects of our lives.

Spectatorship is one way to experience physical activity.

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

Professional practice knowledge involves applying the knowledge of kinesiology in a work setting.

Not all workers qualify as professionals

The responsibility for you developing into a marketable professional falls primarily on your own shoulders.

Physical activity is an important, although relatively small, part of our daily existence.

What is wrong with the definition of physical activity as voluntary movement, intentionally performed for specific purposes, that requires a substantial amount of energy?

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

Membership in a professional organization such as ACSM or AAHPERD reflects that a student is trying to advance herself as a professional.

Which of the following is NOT an example of physical activity?

Which of the following is NOT true of kinesiology theory?

We can define sport in general terms as