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CSET MY Praxis II Physical Education
Content Knowledge (Exam 2025)|
Updated Q&A
A PE teacher notices their high school students are struggling to stay motivated during fitness
testing week. What would be the most effective strategy to keep them engaged?
Giving students a choice in the types of fitness tests or letting them set personal
improvement goals helps them feel more in control and motivated. It shifts focus from
comparison to personal progress.
During a soccer unit, a student with asthma begins wheezing during moderate activity. The
student has their inhaler. What should the PE teacher do first?
Let them use the inhaler right away and have them sit and recover. Never push through
symptoms like that — safety comes first.
A PE class is working on cooperative games. Some students are excluding others. What would a
good teacher do in this case?
Step in and restructure the teams or rules so everyone has to contribute. Could also talk to
the class about inclusion and why it matters.
Which fitness component is being trained when students do the beep test (PACER)?
Cardiorespiratory endurance — it tests how well your heart and lungs keep up with running
over time.
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A middle schooler complains about knee pain every time they run in PE. What’s the best
response from the teacher?
Have them stop and check in with the nurse. Don't ignore it or just suggest stretching —
could be an injury.
A student constantly forgets to bring PE clothes. What’s a good way to handle that?
Set up a loaner system and talk privately with them to figure out why it keeps happening. It
might be more than forgetfulness.
In a volleyball unit, what should the teacher focus on to ensure skill progression?
Start with basic drills like bumping, then build to small-sided games. Don’t jump to full
games before they’ve got the basics.
Why is it important to teach locomotor skills in early elementary PE?
These are the building blocks — running, hopping, skipping — they need them before they
can do complex games or sports.
Which type of feedback helps a student improve their basketball dribbling: "Good job!" or "Try
keeping your hand on top of the ball"?
The second one — specific feedback helps them actually adjust their technique, not just feel
good.
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A student with a disability wants to join regular PE. What’s the best thing the teacher can do?
Modify the activity if needed so they can take part fully — inclusion matters more than
sticking to the exact original plan.
What’s one key reason to include dance or rhythm units in PE?
Helps with coordination and lets students who aren’t into sports still enjoy moving. Plus it
supports cultural diversity.
What skill is being developed when students play ultimate frisbee?
Teamwork, spatial awareness, and aerobic fitness — they’re running and working together
nonstop.
Why might a PE teacher avoid using elimination-style games like dodgeball?
Because students get out fast and just sit there — it’s not active or inclusive for everyone.
What’s the role of physical education in a school’s overall curriculum?
It supports physical and mental health, teaches life skills like teamwork, and gives students a
break from sitting all day.
During a lesson, a student gets a nosebleed. What should the teacher do?
Have them pinch their nose and lean forward, then get them to the nurse. Never tilt the head
back — that’s outdated.
CSET MY Praxis II Physical Education
Content Knowledge (Exam 2025)|
Updated Q&A
A PE teacher notices their high school students are struggling to stay motivated during fitness
testing week. What would be the most effective strategy to keep them engaged?
Giving students a choice in the types of fitness tests or letting them set personal
improvement goals helps them feel more in control and motivated. It shifts focus from
comparison to personal progress.
During a soccer unit, a student with asthma begins wheezing during moderate activity. The
student has their inhaler. What should the PE teacher do first?
Let them use the inhaler right away and have them sit and recover. Never push through
symptoms like that — safety comes first.
A PE class is working on cooperative games. Some students are excluding others. What would a
good teacher do in this case?
Step in and restructure the teams or rules so everyone has to contribute. Could also talk to
the class about inclusion and why it matters.
Which fitness component is being trained when students do the beep test (PACER)?
Cardiorespiratory endurance — it tests how well your heart and lungs keep up with running
over time.
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A middle schooler complains about knee pain every time they run in PE. What’s the best
response from the teacher?
Have them stop and check in with the nurse. Don't ignore it or just suggest stretching —
could be an injury.
A student constantly forgets to bring PE clothes. What’s a good way to handle that?
Set up a loaner system and talk privately with them to figure out why it keeps happening. It
might be more than forgetfulness.
In a volleyball unit, what should the teacher focus on to ensure skill progression?
Start with basic drills like bumping, then build to small-sided games. Don’t jump to full
games before they’ve got the basics.
Why is it important to teach locomotor skills in early elementary PE?
These are the building blocks — running, hopping, skipping — they need them before they
can do complex games or sports.
Which type of feedback helps a student improve their basketball dribbling: "Good job!" or "Try
keeping your hand on top of the ball"?
The second one — specific feedback helps them actually adjust their technique, not just feel
good.
, 3
A student with a disability wants to join regular PE. What’s the best thing the teacher can do?
Modify the activity if needed so they can take part fully — inclusion matters more than
sticking to the exact original plan.
What’s one key reason to include dance or rhythm units in PE?
Helps with coordination and lets students who aren’t into sports still enjoy moving. Plus it
supports cultural diversity.
What skill is being developed when students play ultimate frisbee?
Teamwork, spatial awareness, and aerobic fitness — they’re running and working together
nonstop.
Why might a PE teacher avoid using elimination-style games like dodgeball?
Because students get out fast and just sit there — it’s not active or inclusive for everyone.
What’s the role of physical education in a school’s overall curriculum?
It supports physical and mental health, teaches life skills like teamwork, and gives students a
break from sitting all day.
During a lesson, a student gets a nosebleed. What should the teacher do?
Have them pinch their nose and lean forward, then get them to the nurse. Never tilt the head
back — that’s outdated.
