APE Adaptation and Modification Techniques 3

Question 1

Which modification to rules is MOST appropriate for including a student with a prosthetic leg in a tag game?

Accepted Answer

Allow the student to freeze in place and be unfrozen by a teammate instead of running

Answer

Freeze-and-unfreeze rules maintain game participation and social interaction without singling out or exempting the student.

Question 2

The STEP model in adapted physical education stands for:

Accepted Answer

Space, Task, Equipment, People

Answer

The STEP model guides APE modifications by systematically adjusting Space, Task, Equipment, and People to meet individual needs.

Question 3

A student with Duchenne muscular dystrophy fatigues quickly. Which modification BEST maintains participation without overexertion?

Accepted Answer

Increase rest intervals and reduce repetitions within the activity

Answer

Adjusting work-to-rest ratios allows students with fatigue-related conditions to participate safely and build endurance gradually.

Question 4

When adapting a balance beam activity for a student with hemiplegia, the FIRST modification to consider is:

Accepted Answer

Widening the beam surface to increase the base of support

Answer

A wider beam reduces balance demands, allowing the student to practice the skill with a greater margin for error while building confidence.

Question 5

Which instructional modification is MOST beneficial for a student with a hearing impairment during PE?

Accepted Answer

Use of visual demonstrations, written cues, and a vibrating whistle or visual start signal

Answer

Multi-modal cues (visual, written, tactile) replace auditory signals and ensure the student receives the same information as peers.

(APE) Adaptive Physical Education Certification Practice Test