CECE Physical Development & Motor Skills 3

Question 1

According to NASPE/SHAPE America guidelines, how much total daily physical activity is recommended for preschool-aged children (3–5 years)?

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At least 3 hours of light to vigorous activity throughout the day

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At least 30 minutes of structured activity

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At least 60 minutes of vigorous activity

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At least 2 hours of structured physical education

Question 2

In early childhood physical education, 'fundamental movement skills' refers to:

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Basic skills like running, jumping, throwing, and catching that underpin complex physical activity

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Skills needed for academic readiness such as pencil grip

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Cognitive strategies used during physical play

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Social negotiation skills developed in team games

Question 3

An early childhood educator notices a child reaches only with the right hand even for objects on the left side of the body. This may indicate difficulty with:

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Crossing the midline

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Visual tracking

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Bilateral coordination

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Gross motor planning

Question 4

Which type of play simultaneously supports both gross motor and fine motor development in preschoolers?

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Constructive block building and manipulation

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Watching instructional movement videos

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Dramatic role-play with costumes

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Circle-time group singing

Question 5

Sensory integration, as it relates to early childhood motor development, refers to:

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The brain's process of organizing sensory input to produce coordinated motor responses

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Combining multiple curriculum subjects into one lesson

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Teaching children to identify the five senses

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Integrating technology into sensory play activities

Question 6

What is the MOST effective approach for supporting a child with motor delays in an inclusive early childhood classroom?

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Modify activities for full participation and collaborate with occupational or physical therapists

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Excuse the child from all movement activities to prevent frustration

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Provide only quiet fine motor table activities for the child

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Wait and observe without intervention until age 6

Question 7

Body awareness in early childhood physical development is best defined as:

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A child's understanding of their body parts and how they move through space

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Knowledge of personal hygiene routines

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Awareness of personal boundaries with peers

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Knowledge of nutrition and healthy eating habits