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CST Phys ED Test Guide: Movement &
Form| Exam Questions and Answer
Leaflet| Approved 2025 Certification
A preschool teacher notices a child avoids climbing or crawling during playtime. What might this
suggest about their motor development?
Might mean the kid's gross motor skills are behind. Stuff like crawling, jumping, or climbing
needs core strength and balance, so if they’re not doing it, it's a red flag to watch.
A PE teacher observes that a student can dribble but struggles to pass accurately in basketball.
What phase of skill development are they likely in?
Probably still in the associative phase – they’re getting the hang of it but still mess up when
they have to think fast or change it up.
When a child walks on a line with arms stretched out to the side, what movement concept is
being used?
That’s balance – specifically static balance, since they're trying not to fall while staying on
the line.
Why would a PE teacher use peer observation during a throwing drill?
Helps students learn what to look for in good technique, and gives them feedback from
someone at their own level – kind of like learning together.
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A 6-year-old starts to consistently throw with one hand and steps forward with the opposite foot.
What does this tell us?
Shows they’re moving from early motor patterns to more mature, coordinated movements.
That’s progress!
In a PE session, a student keeps skipping and galloping instead of running. What type of
movement are they showing preference for?
They’re favoring locomotor skills but maybe not confident with full-speed running yet –
could be a coordination or confidence thing.
During a relay, one student fumbles the baton every time. What motor skill component is likely
underdeveloped?
Hand-eye coordination or timing is off – passing a baton needs precise movement and
rhythm.
Why might a physical educator use a checklist instead of a score-based rubric during skill
assessment?
A checklist is quicker for spotting if key parts of a skill are present or missing, especially
useful with younger kids or big classes.
In a jump-rope unit, a student struggles with timing jumps but can swing the rope fine. What part
of the skill needs support?
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Their rhythm and timing – coordinating when to jump is the hard part, even if they’ve got the
arms down.
What’s the purpose of using stations in a fundamental movement skills class?
Keeps kids engaged, lets them practice different skills at their own pace, and gives the
teacher a chance to spot strengths/weaknesses.
A student performs a gymnastics routine with good control but low creativity. What does this tell
you about their motor and expressive development?
Their motor control is solid, but they haven’t learned how to add style or personal flair –
expressive movement still developing.
Why might a physical educator prefer formative over summative assessment during a dance
unit?
Formative gives ongoing feedback, so students can improve before it’s "final" – way better
for learning tricky stuff like choreography.
What can it mean if a child consistently avoids activities involving catching?
They might struggle with visual tracking or hand-eye coordination – could be a confidence
or developmental thing.
A 4-year-old moves mostly by crawling and rarely runs or jumps. What area of motor
development needs focus?
CST Phys ED Test Guide: Movement &
Form| Exam Questions and Answer
Leaflet| Approved 2025 Certification
A preschool teacher notices a child avoids climbing or crawling during playtime. What might this
suggest about their motor development?
Might mean the kid's gross motor skills are behind. Stuff like crawling, jumping, or climbing
needs core strength and balance, so if they’re not doing it, it's a red flag to watch.
A PE teacher observes that a student can dribble but struggles to pass accurately in basketball.
What phase of skill development are they likely in?
Probably still in the associative phase – they’re getting the hang of it but still mess up when
they have to think fast or change it up.
When a child walks on a line with arms stretched out to the side, what movement concept is
being used?
That’s balance – specifically static balance, since they're trying not to fall while staying on
the line.
Why would a PE teacher use peer observation during a throwing drill?
Helps students learn what to look for in good technique, and gives them feedback from
someone at their own level – kind of like learning together.
, 2
A 6-year-old starts to consistently throw with one hand and steps forward with the opposite foot.
What does this tell us?
Shows they’re moving from early motor patterns to more mature, coordinated movements.
That’s progress!
In a PE session, a student keeps skipping and galloping instead of running. What type of
movement are they showing preference for?
They’re favoring locomotor skills but maybe not confident with full-speed running yet –
could be a coordination or confidence thing.
During a relay, one student fumbles the baton every time. What motor skill component is likely
underdeveloped?
Hand-eye coordination or timing is off – passing a baton needs precise movement and
rhythm.
Why might a physical educator use a checklist instead of a score-based rubric during skill
assessment?
A checklist is quicker for spotting if key parts of a skill are present or missing, especially
useful with younger kids or big classes.
In a jump-rope unit, a student struggles with timing jumps but can swing the rope fine. What part
of the skill needs support?
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Their rhythm and timing – coordinating when to jump is the hard part, even if they’ve got the
arms down.
What’s the purpose of using stations in a fundamental movement skills class?
Keeps kids engaged, lets them practice different skills at their own pace, and gives the
teacher a chance to spot strengths/weaknesses.
A student performs a gymnastics routine with good control but low creativity. What does this tell
you about their motor and expressive development?
Their motor control is solid, but they haven’t learned how to add style or personal flair –
expressive movement still developing.
Why might a physical educator prefer formative over summative assessment during a dance
unit?
Formative gives ongoing feedback, so students can improve before it’s "final" – way better
for learning tricky stuff like choreography.
What can it mean if a child consistently avoids activities involving catching?
They might struggle with visual tracking or hand-eye coordination – could be a confidence
or developmental thing.
A 4-year-old moves mostly by crawling and rarely runs or jumps. What area of motor
development needs focus?
