Praxis 5001 Arts and Physical Education

Question 1

Which of the following best describes the primary goal of arts integration in elementary education?

Accepted Answer

To use the arts as a vehicle to deepen understanding of content across disciplines

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To replace core academic subjects with creative activities

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To prepare students for professional careers in the arts

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To provide free time for students who finish work early

Question 2

An elementary teacher asks students to create a collage using geometric shapes to represent a scene from a story they read. This activity primarily develops skills in which two areas?

Accepted Answer

Visual arts and reading comprehension

Answer

Music and social studies

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Physical education and mathematics

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Drama and writing

Question 3

According to the National Standards for Physical Education, which of the following is the primary goal of a quality physical education program?

Accepted Answer

To develop physically literate individuals who have the knowledge, skills, and confidence to enjoy a lifetime of physical activity

Answer

To help students win competitive sports events

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To reduce obesity rates among school-age children

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To prepare students for high school varsity sports

Question 4

A second-grade teacher wants to assess students' understanding of rhythm in music. Which activity would be most appropriate?

Accepted Answer

Having students clap or tap along to a steady beat and simple rhythmic patterns

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Having students identify the composer of a classical piece

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Having students write a paragraph about their favorite song

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Having students identify the key signature of a piece of sheet music

Question 5

Which of the following motor skills is considered a fundamental locomotor skill in elementary physical education?

Accepted Answer

Skipping across the gym floor

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Catching a thrown ball

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Striking a ball with a bat

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Balancing on one foot for 10 seconds

Question 6

When teaching visual art elements to third graders, a teacher focuses on how light and dark values create a sense of depth. Which art element is the teacher primarily addressing?

Accepted Answer

Value

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Color

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Texture

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Line

Question 7

Which of the following best supports the inclusion of dance in the elementary curriculum?

Accepted Answer

Dance develops spatial awareness, kinesthetic intelligence, and cultural understanding

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Dance eliminates the need for separate physical education classes

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Dance is best reserved for students with natural talent and coordination

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Dance should only be taught by specialist arts teachers, not classroom teachers