Quiz - General Orientation

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1. Special Olympics training & competition is provided to:
 
A.
Persons with MR/DD
 
B.
Individuals who have registered with Special Olympics Washington
 
C.
Individuals ages 8 years or older with intellectual disabilities
 
D.
All of the above
 
2. Which of the following is NOT a unique aspect that differentiates Special Olympics from other sports organizations?
 
A.
Sports opportunities for all ability levels
 
B.
Charging athlete fees to participate
 
C.
Awards for all participants
 
D.
Divisioning for equitable competition
 
3. In which of the following ways does divisioning allow our competitors a chance to excel?
 
A.
3 – 8 athletes or teams per division
 
B.
Grouped by age and gender
 
C.
Separated by ability
 
D.
All of the above
 
4. Which of the following is the correct order in which the Special Olympic games progress?
 
A.
State, District, Area/County, Local
 
B.
Area/County, Local , District, State
 
C.
Local , District, State, Area/County
 
D.
Local , Area/County , District, State
   
5. Which of the following is NOT a proven benefit for the athletes participating in Special Olympics?
 
A.
Improved Stamina
 
B.
Improved Self-Esteem
 
C.
Improved Motor Skills
 
D.
Improved Muscle Definition
   
6. Which of the following is NOT an increased sports opportunity for Special Olympics athletes?
 
A.
Unified Sports Opportunities
 
B.
Recreation Programs
 
C.
Community Competition
 
D.
Family Leisure Activities
 
E.
None of the above
 
7. Which of these options is NOT a way to prevent physical abuse?
 
A.
Checking the water temperature for showers and baths
 
B.
No Corporal Punishment
 
C.
Dispensing non-prescribed medications
 
D.
Do not withhold food or water when needed
 
8. Which of these is a way to prevent emotional abuse?
 
A.
Treat athletes with respect
 
B.
Treat athletes with courtesy
 
C.
Provide constructive criticism
 
D.
Provide positive discipline
 
E.
All of the above
 
9. What is the coaches responsibility to preventing sexual abuse?
 
A.
Provide at least 2 adults to supervise in the locker rooms
 
B.
Respect boundaries
 
C.
Provide appropriate sleeping arrangements
 
D.
Educate athletes, partners, volunteers, & family members about appropriate contact
 
E.
All of the above
 
10. How many sports does Special Olympics Washington offer competitive events for?
 
A.
15
 
B.
18
 
C.
13
 
D.
16
     
11. How many athletes participate in Special Olympics Washington?
 
A.
5,000
 
B.
10,000
 
C.
7,000
 
D.
9,000
     
12. Which of the following is NOT a volunteer opportunity?
 
A.
Coach
 
B.
Food Delivery to Athletes
 
C.
Committee Member
 
D.
Official
 
E.
None of the Above
     
13. Special Olympics Washington is a non-profit organization.
    True
    False
     
14. How many countries have a Special Olympics program?
 
A.
102 Countries
 
B.
111 Countries
 
C.
152 Countries
 
D.
132 Countries
     
15. In which seasons does the Special Olympics hold the 2 biggest events?
 
A.
Summer & Spring
 
B.
Winter & Fall
 
C.
Spring & Fall
 
D.
Summer & Winter
 
E.
Winter & Spring
     
16. Which of the following is NOT a sport offered by Special Olympics Washington for the Spring Season?
 
A.
Aquatics
 
B.
Athletics
 
C.
Badminton
 
D.
Cycling
     
17. Which of the following is NOT a sport offered by Special Olympics Washington for the Winter Season?
 
A.
Basketball
 
B.
Snowboarding
 
C.
Soccer
 
D.
Alpine Skiing
     
18. Which of the following is NOT a sport offered by Special Olympics Washington for the Summer Season?
 
A.
Golf
 
B.
Softball
 
C.
Volleyball
     
19. Which of the following is NOT a sport offered by Special Olympics Washington for the Fall Season?
 
A.
Volleyball
 
B.
Gymnastics
 
C.
Bowling
     
20. Unified Sports is best defined as athletes with intellectual disabilities being paired with athletes with intellectual disabilities to form teams for training and competition.
    True
    False