Which of these is NOT a major advantage of cross-country skiing over downhill skiing for individuals with disabilities?

the neuromuscular control needed to be successful

Which one of these is a unique aspect of downhill skiing for individuals with vision and physical impairments?

They can move better on skis than they can ambulate

keep the front tips of downhill skis together

Which of these statements is true regarding winter sports for individuals with disabilities?

They provide a means of developing and maintaining fitness

The major sponsor of international skiing competitions for individuals with physical disabilities is

International Paralympics Committee

A tether is commonly used to

help ski instructors control the speed of sit-skiers

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1
Which of these is NOT a major advantage of cross-country skiing over downhill skiing for individuals with disabilities?
the availability of and access to places to ski
the opportunity to practice
the neuromuscular control needed to be successful
the costs involved
2
What teaching method is recommended when teaching cross-country skiing to beginners with disabilities?
physical manipulation
tethering
demonstration
guided discovery
3
What skill should be emphasized most in the initial ski lessons for individuals with disabilities?
independent recovery (standing after a fall)
putting equipment on independently
moving on the skis
stopping and turning
4
Which one of these is a unique aspect of downhill skiing for individuals with vision and physical impairments?
They can move better on skis than they can ambulate
The skis provide a greater base of support for balance
The activity develops their physical fitness
Downhill skiing provides an opportunity for socialization
5
A ski bra is used to
allow the ski instructor to control the speed of the skier
keep the front tips of downhill skis together
modify the angle of the inner edge of the ski to make turns easier
assist the skier in balancing on skis
6
Which of these statements is true regarding winter sports for individuals with disabilities?
They provide a means of developing and maintaining fitness
They are inappropriate for many individuals because of the cold temperature
They are limited to individual with disabilities who have good coordination
They are limited to recreation because there is no organized competition
7
Special Olympics alpine skiing events are divided into how many ability groups?
3
12
9
6
8
The major sponsor of international skiing competitions for individuals with physical disabilities is
Disabled Sports USA
Special Olympics
Wheelchair and Ambulatory Sports, USA
International Paralympics Committee
9
A tether is commonly used to
help beginning skiers stand up on their skis independently
spot skiers on chair lifts
help ski instructors control the speed of sit-skiers
help cross-country skiers up hills
10
Which of these is the name of an aid used to teach skating to individuals with disabilities?
canting wedges
skate bra
outriggers
Hein-A-Ken skate aid

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