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How to be a good swimming teacher - Quiz
Contributed by: Simpson
  • 1. What is the MOST important quality of a good swimming teacher?
A) Fast swimming speed
B) Patience
C) Loud voice
D) Strict discipline
  • 2. Before starting a lesson, what should a swimming teacher always check?
A) Water depth and temperature
B) Their whistle is loud enough
C) The number of parents watching
D) Their swimsuit is fashionable
  • 3. Which of these is a crucial safety rule to emphasize?
A) Swimming after eating is okay
B) Hold your breath for as long as possible
C) Always dive in the deep end
D) Never swim alone
  • 4. How should a teacher handle a student who is afraid of the water?
A) Tell them not to be silly
B) Force them into the water
C) Introduce them to the water gradually
D) Ignore their fear
  • 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) Alternating windmill motion
B) Holding arms stiff and straight
C) Simultaneous forward motion
D) Pushing down towards the bottom
  • 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 ignoring the student
C) Positively and constructively
D) By only pointing out mistakes
  • 9. What is the most important thing to do if a student is struggling?
A) Give up on them
B) Yell at them to try harder
C) Make fun of them
D) Provide extra support and encouragement
  • 10. What is the purpose of streamlining?
A) Attract attention
B) Reduce water resistance
C) Create more splashes
D) Look graceful
  • 11. What does 'buoyancy' refer to?
A) The chlorine level
B) The temperature of the water
C) The ability to float
D) The speed of swimming
  • 12. How should a teacher address different learning styles?
A) Teach everyone the same way
B) Ignore individual needs
C) Focus on the fastest learners
D) Use varied teaching methods
  • 13. What is the best way to teach breathing techniques?
A) Breathe only through your nose
B) Ignore breathing completely
C) Hold your breath for extended periods
D) Practice exhaling in the water
  • 14. What is the purpose of using pool noodles or kickboards?
A) To play games
B) To punish students
C) Provide support and build confidence
D) To make the pool look colorful
  • 15. What should a teacher do if they suspect a student has a medical condition?
A) Give the student medication
B) Diagnose the condition themselves
C) Ignore it and continue the lesson
D) Inform the parents/guardians
  • 16. What is the ideal water temperature for swimming lessons?
A) Any temperature is fine
B) Above 95°F (35°C)
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) Ignore it
D) Provide praise and encouragement
  • 18. Why is it important to teach children how to float?
A) To show off their skills
B) To impress their friends
C) Because it's a fun activity
D) For safety in case of accidental falls into water
  • 19. What is hypothermia?
A) A fear of water
B) A skin rash caused by chlorine
C) Dangerously low body temperature
D) Muscle cramps in the legs
  • 20. How should a teacher demonstrate a swimming skill?
A) Quickly and vaguely
B) By having another student demonstrate
C) Clearly and slowly
D) Without explanation
  • 21. What should you do if you see a swimmer in distress?
A) Yell for help, doing nothing else
B) Film the incident
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 relax and enjoy the sun
B) To watch the swimming teacher
C) To only help the most advanced swimmers
D) To supervise the entire pool area and assist in emergencies
  • 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) Allowing them to do whatever they want
C) Clear instructions and organized activities
D) Ignoring them and hoping they behave
  • 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) Provide individual attention and positive reinforcement
B) Publicly criticize their hesitation
C) Ignore them and focus on outgoing students
D) Force them to participate in group activities
  • 27. What is the purpose of back float?
A) To splash other swimmers.
B) A resting position and safety skill.
C) To swim faster.
D) To show off your skills.
  • 28. What is 'dead man's float'?
A) Floating face down in the water.
B) Floating on your back.
C) A type of diving.
D) A backstroke technique.
  • 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) Clear the pool immediately and seek shelter.
C) Tell the students to swim faster to get out of the pool.
D) Ignore the weather and hope for the best.
  • 30. Which of the following is MOST important to explain about diving safety?
A) Dive as deep as you can.
B) Make sure someone is watching when you dive.
C) Only dive in designated areas and never in shallow water.
D) Always wear goggles when diving.
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