How to be a good swimming teacher
  • 1. What is the MOST important quality of a good swimming teacher?
A) Patience
B) Fast swimming speed
C) Loud voice
D) Strict discipline
  • 2. Before starting a lesson, what should a swimming teacher always check?
A) The number of parents watching
B) Their whistle is loud enough
C) Their swimsuit is fashionable
D) Water depth and temperature
  • 3. Which of these is a crucial safety rule to emphasize?
A) Never swim alone
B) Hold your breath for as long as possible
C) Always dive in the deep end
D) Swimming after eating is okay
  • 4. How should a teacher handle a student who is afraid of the water?
A) Introduce them to the water gradually
B) Force them into the water
C) Ignore their fear
D) Tell them not to be silly
  • 5. Which stroke is generally taught first?
A) Butterfly
B) Breaststroke
C) Backstroke
D) Front crawl
  • 6. What is the correct arm movement in a front crawl?
A) Pushing down towards the bottom
B) Simultaneous forward motion
C) Holding arms stiff and straight
D) Alternating windmill motion
  • 7. What is the primary purpose of flutter kicks?
A) To make bubbles
B) To show off
C) To stir the water
D) Propulsion and balance
  • 8. How should a teacher give feedback?
A) Harshly and critically
B) By only pointing out mistakes
C) By ignoring the student
D) Positively and constructively
  • 9. What is the most important thing to do if a student is struggling?
A) Yell at them to try harder
B) Give up on them
C) Provide extra support and encouragement
D) Make fun of them
  • 10. What is the purpose of streamlining?
A) Reduce water resistance
B) Look graceful
C) Create more splashes
D) Attract attention
  • 11. What does 'buoyancy' refer to?
A) The temperature of the water
B) The chlorine level
C) The ability to float
D) The speed of swimming
  • 12. How should a teacher address different learning styles?
A) Focus on the fastest learners
B) Use varied teaching methods
C) Teach everyone the same way
D) Ignore individual needs
  • 13. What is the best way to teach breathing techniques?
A) Breathe only through your nose
B) Ignore breathing completely
C) Practice exhaling in the water
D) Hold your breath for extended periods
  • 14. What is the purpose of using pool noodles or kickboards?
A) Provide support and build confidence
B) To punish students
C) To play games
D) To make the pool look colorful
  • 15. What should a teacher do if they suspect a student has a medical condition?
A) Inform the parents/guardians
B) Diagnose the condition themselves
C) Ignore it and continue the lesson
D) Give the student medication
  • 16. What is the ideal water temperature for swimming lessons?
A) Above 95°F (35°C)
B) Any temperature is fine
C) Below 70°F (21°C)
D) Around 82-86°F (28-30°C)
  • 17. What should a teacher do after a student achieves a goal?
A) Tell them it was easy
B) Move on to the next skill without acknowledging it
C) Provide praise and encouragement
D) Ignore it
  • 18. Why is it important to teach children how to float?
A) Because it's a fun activity
B) For safety in case of accidental falls into water
C) To show off their skills
D) To impress their friends
  • 19. What is hypothermia?
A) Dangerously low body temperature
B) A skin rash caused by chlorine
C) Muscle cramps in the legs
D) A fear of water
  • 20. How should a teacher demonstrate a swimming skill?
A) Quickly and vaguely
B) Without explanation
C) Clearly and slowly
D) By having another student demonstrate
  • 21. What should you do if you see a swimmer in distress?
A) Film the incident
B) Yell for help, doing nothing else
C) Ignore it and hope someone else helps
D) Immediately initiate rescue procedures
  • 22. What is the role of a lifeguard during a swimming lesson?
A) To supervise the entire pool area and assist in emergencies
B) To relax and enjoy the sun
C) To watch the swimming teacher
D) To only help the most advanced swimmers
  • 23. What is the primary goal of water safety education?
A) Teaching everyone to become Olympic swimmers
B) Making sure everyone enjoys the pool
C) Preventing drowning and water-related accidents
D) Promoting competitive swimming
  • 24. What is the best way to manage a large group of students?
A) Yelling at them constantly
B) Ignoring them and hoping they behave
C) Allowing them to do whatever they want
D) Clear instructions and organized activities
  • 25. Why is it important to have a lesson plan?
A) To ensure a structured and progressive learning experience
B) It is not important
C) Because it's required by the pool
D) To make the teacher look organized
  • 26. How can a teacher encourage a shy or hesitant student?
A) Ignore them and focus on outgoing students
B) Provide individual attention and positive reinforcement
C) Force them to participate in group activities
D) Publicly criticize their hesitation
  • 27. What is the purpose of back float?
A) To swim faster.
B) A resting position and safety skill.
C) To show off your skills.
D) To splash other swimmers.
  • 28. What is 'dead man's float'?
A) Floating face down in the water.
B) A backstroke technique.
C) Floating on your back.
D) A type of diving.
  • 29. What should a swimming teacher do if there is thunder and lightning?
A) Continue the lesson as long as it's not raining.
B) Ignore the weather and hope for the best.
C) Tell the students to swim faster to get out of the pool.
D) Clear the pool immediately and seek shelter.
  • 30. Which of the following is MOST important to explain about diving safety?
A) Only dive in designated areas and never in shallow water.
B) Dive as deep as you can.
C) Always wear goggles when diving.
D) Make sure someone is watching when you dive.
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