Classification of Skills

Which of the following skills can be considered the most closed skill in a game of rugby?

• A penalty kick

• Making a tackle

• Finding space to receive the ball

• Trying to run past an opponent with the ball

What type of skill is typically self-paced and predictable, using the same technique each time?

• An open skill

• A closed skill

• A basic skill

• A complex skill

What types of skills can be considered to be generic?

• Closed skills

• Complex skills

• Open skills

• Basic skills

Which of the following is a relevant environmental stimulus in a competitive badminton match?

• Position of the opponent

• The weather

• Position of the umpire

Complex skills often involve mental processes. Which of the following are mental processes?

• Throwing

• Catching

• Decision-making

• Running

Which of the following would be considered a low organisational skill?

• 800 m running

• Gymnastics floor routine

• Track cycling

• Swimming

Which of the following skill types involves a greater level of perception?

• Complex skill

• Closed skill

• Open skill

• Basic skill

Which type of skills is it best to introduce young children to in early PE and movement experiences?

• Closed skills

• Complex skills

• Basic skills

• Open skills

Which types of skill are typically practiced as a whole skill?

• Complex skills

• High organisation skills

• Low organisation skills

Which of the following is an example of a complex skill?

• Hitting a ball

• Jumping

• Running

• Netball shooting