AYF cheer test UPDATED Exam Questions
and CORRECT Answers
1. Which of the following demonstrates a coach with good character?
a. The coach uses the "do as I say, not as I do" philosophy.
b. The coach is a perfect example of health and leadership.
c. The coach models appropriate behaviors for the cheerleaders.
d. The coach does her best to avoid discussing a mistake she has made with the squad. -
Correct Answer- The coach models appropriate behaviors for the cheerleaders.
What is a key responsibility of a coach? - Correct Answer- to promote the importance of
fitness through cheerleading and for a lifetime
3. When considering coaching your daughters squad, which of the following items should
NOT be done? - Correct Answer- Tell your daughter you can still help her solve personal
issues during practices and games.
When communicating with your squad, which of the following must you do to give good
feedback? - Correct Answer- Closely observe and listen to your squad.
Which of the following is the least effective means of sending a message to your squad? -
Correct Answer- giving a 15-minute explanation
When a fan criticizes your squad during a game, you should immediately acknowledge the
fan and set the person straight. - Correct Answer- False
What should be the primary focus of you and your squad members at all practices and
performances? - Correct Answer- providing a safe environment for your squad
When spotting, what part of the squad members body should be protected first? - Correct
Answer- head and spinal column
and CORRECT Answers
1. Which of the following demonstrates a coach with good character?
a. The coach uses the "do as I say, not as I do" philosophy.
b. The coach is a perfect example of health and leadership.
c. The coach models appropriate behaviors for the cheerleaders.
d. The coach does her best to avoid discussing a mistake she has made with the squad. -
Correct Answer- The coach models appropriate behaviors for the cheerleaders.
What is a key responsibility of a coach? - Correct Answer- to promote the importance of
fitness through cheerleading and for a lifetime
3. When considering coaching your daughters squad, which of the following items should
NOT be done? - Correct Answer- Tell your daughter you can still help her solve personal
issues during practices and games.
When communicating with your squad, which of the following must you do to give good
feedback? - Correct Answer- Closely observe and listen to your squad.
Which of the following is the least effective means of sending a message to your squad? -
Correct Answer- giving a 15-minute explanation
When a fan criticizes your squad during a game, you should immediately acknowledge the
fan and set the person straight. - Correct Answer- False
What should be the primary focus of you and your squad members at all practices and
performances? - Correct Answer- providing a safe environment for your squad
When spotting, what part of the squad members body should be protected first? - Correct
Answer- head and spinal column
