Silver Coach Re-accreditation Course Exam

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1. What is the first step to take if a concussion is suspected in an athlete?*

a) Administer pain medication

b) Cautiously observe their next movements

c) Sit them out and seek guidance from a medical practitioner

d) Allow the athlete to drive home

e) Apply ice to the back of the neck

2. Which of the following details is NOT helpful in assisting the treating health practitioner to diagnose a concussion?*

a) Time of the injury

b) Mechanism of injury

c) Symptoms observed

d) Type of punch they were hit with

e) Location on the body where the athlete was hit

3. Which should be avoided by concussed athletes?*

a) Aspirin

b) Anti-inflammatories

c) Sleeping tablets

d) Sedating pain medications

e) All of the above

4. How long should children and adolescents under 19 years be symptom-free before returning to contact activities?*

a) 3 days

b) 7 days

c) 14 days

d) 21 days

e) 28 days

5. What is recommended for school-age athletes in terms of returning to school activities after a concussion?*

a) Return immediately without any modifications

b) Avoid going to school altogether

c) Gradually increase brain load without provoking symptoms

d) Take exams immediately to assess cognitive function

e) Limit breaks and rest periods to avoid falling behind

6. What is the primary factor determining whether a boxer experiences weight gain or loss?*

a) Age

b) Height

c) Physical attributes

d) Caloric intake versus expenditure

e) Training routine

7. What is the generally accepted maximum rate for weight loss per week by sport scientists and nutritionists?*

a) 0.5 kilograms

b) 1 kilogram

c) 2 kilograms

d) 3 kilograms

e) 4 kilograms

8. What is the primary component of weight loss achieved through the use of sauna suits?*

a) Fat

b) Muscle

c) Fluid

d) Bone

e) Connective tissue

9. What is an important outcome-measure in monitoring weight and body fat percentage for elite-level boxers?*

a) Frequency of social media posts

b) Height in centimeters

c) Number of calories consumed daily

d) Changes in body weight at various calorie intakes and activity levels

e) Number of punches thrown per training session

10. What is emphasised in the realm of boxing concerning weight modification?*

a) Rapid weight gain

b) Weight loss without considering health implications

c) One-size-fits-all strategies

d) Ethical deprivation and dehydration practices

e) Maintaining a balance between fitness and weight appropriate for the individual

11. When facing a taller opponent, what is a key strategy to control distance effectively?*

a) Stay in close proximity to smother their punches

b) Lean forward to engage closely

c) Use lateral movement to create angles

d) Maintain a stationary position to conserve energy

e) Circle around the opponent to avoid engagement

12. What is a crucial aspect of defence when boxing against taller opponents?*

a) Keeping hands low to conserve energy

b) Avoiding trunk defence techniques

c) Maintaining a static position

d) Focusing solely on head defense

e) Practicing slips and ducks to avoid punches

13. What is an effective tactic for shorter boxers to counter taller opponents' reach advantage?*

a) Clinching to nullify their punches

b) Working exclusively on head punches

c) Targeting the body to disrupt their rhythm

d) Staying at long range to maintain distance

e) Ignoring trunk defence techniques

14. When facing a taller opponent, what is a common mistake to avoid in terms of movement?*

a) Maintaining a stationary position

b) Moving directly towards the opponent

c) Using lateral movement to cut off angles

d) Standing in close proximity to engage

e) Circling around the opponent to create openings

15. What is an effective counter-strategy when boxing against a taller opponent who utilises their reach advantage?*

a) Constantly leaning forward to engage closely

b) Employing feints and timing to create openings

c) Avoiding body punching to focus on head shots

d) Ignoring footwork and angles

e) Remaining passive and waiting for the opponent to engage

16. What is the primary emphasis when establishing a training program for a new elite boxer?*

a) Advanced offensive techniques

b) Speed and agility training

c) Basic boxing skills foundation

d) Mental toughness development

e) Nutrition and diet planning

17. How should sparring sessions be gradually intensified for a new elite boxer?*

a) By increasing the number of rounds immediately

b) By starting with heavy sparring sessions

c) By transitioning from headgear to no headgear gradually

d) By sparring only with experienced champions

e) By focusing solely on offensive techniques

18. What is a recommended approach for selecting sparring partners for a new elite boxer?*

a) Choosing partners with lower skill levels

b) Selecting partners with varying skill levels

c) Picking partners solely based on age

d) Avoiding sparring altogether

e) Randomly selecting partners without consideration

19. What aspect of training helps minimise the risk of head injuries for new elite boxers?*

a) Offensive combinations

b) Endurance training

c) Defensive techniques

d) Strength conditioning

e) Psychological preparation

20. Why is open communication important between the coach and the new elite boxer?*

a) To critique the boxer's performance harshly

b) To avoid making any adjustments to the training program

c) To maintain a sense of mystery and unpredictability

d) To ensure the boxer's concerns and discomfort are addressed

e) To keep the boxer in the dark about their progress

21. What is the primary focus of resistance training in a boxer's strength and conditioning program?*

a) Enhancing aerobic capacity

b) Improving flexibility

c) Developing explosive power

d) Increasing joint mobility

e) Boosting mental preparation

22. Which type of exercise is paramount for sustaining high-intensity efforts throughout boxing bouts?*

a) Weightlifting

b) Yoga

c) Cycling

d) Meditation

e) Swimming

23. What role do plyometric exercises play in a boxer's conditioning program?*

a) Improving long-distance running ability

b) Enhancing joint mobility

c) Developing strength endurance

d) Increasing reaction time and explosiveness

e) Boosting mental focus

24. How does flexibility training contribute to a boxer's performance?*

a) By reducing muscle strength

b) By increasing the risk of injury

c) By enhancing aerobic capacity

d) By improving range of motion and injury prevention

e) By decreasing agility

25. What is the purpose of periodisation in a boxer's training program?*

a) To maintain a constant training intensity

b) To avoid training variability

c) To optimise adaptation and performance gains

d) To prevent skill transfer

e) To minimise physical attributes

26. Which training element is crucial for developing explosiveness in boxing?*

a) Weightlifting

b) Yoga

c) Cardiovascular conditioning

d) Plyometric exercises

e) Static stretching

27. What is the primary focus of cardiovascular conditioning in a boxer's training regimen?*

a) Increasing muscle strength

b) Enhancing agility

c) Boosting flexibility

d) Improving aerobic capacity and endurance

e) Enhancing explosive power

28. Which type of exercise is specifically aimed at improving muscle elasticity and joint mobility in boxers?*

a) Dynamic stretching

b) Heavy bag work

c) Resistance training

d) Interval training

e) Shadow boxing

29. What training principle involves systematically varying training intensity, volume, and focus throughout the training cycle?*

a) Specificity

b) Overtraining

c) Periodisation

d) Adaptation

e) Maintenance

30. Which activity allows boxers to refine technique, timing, and tactical awareness in a controlled environment?*

a) Running

b) Weightlifting

c) Swimming

d) Sparring sessions

e) Cycling

31. What does spatial awareness in boxing primarily involve?*

a) Knowing your opponent's tendencies

b) Understanding the round and pacing oneself

c) Familiarity with the dimensions of the ring and distance to the ropes

d) Observing your opponent's weaknesses

e) Recognising when to push the pace

32. Why is opponent observation important in boxing?*

a) To conserve energy effectively

b) To control the ring strategically

c) To anticipate attacks and find openings

d) To understand the dimensions of the ring

e) To know when to push the pace

33. What does ring control involve in boxing?*

a) Understanding the round and pacing oneself

b) Observing your opponent's tendencies

c) Strategically moving to cut off opponent's angles

d) Conserving energy effectively

e) Recognising when to make a decisive move

34. What is emphasised in time awareness during a boxing match?*

a) Understanding the dimensions of the ring

b) Observing your opponent's movements

c) Anticipating attacks and finding openings

d) Knowing when to push the pace or conserve energy

e) Controlling the ring strategically

35. What can help boxers develop ring awareness during training?*

a) Consistently warming up with shadow boxing and movements around the ring

b) Focusing on opponent observation during sparring sessions

c) Practicing punching combinations on the heavy bag

d) Participating in strength training exercises

e) Working on footwork drills without considering ring dimensions

36. What is a common cause of burnout among boxers?*

a) Inadequate sleep and nutrition and training plans

b) High expectations from coaches

c) Variation in training routines

d) Open communication with support staff

e) Balanced training intensity

37. How can burnout be prevented in boxers?*

a) Neglecting personal life outside of sports

b) Avoiding communication with coaches and support staff

c) Setting unrealistic goals

d) Prioritising rest/recovery and nutrition

e) Maintaining repetitive training routines without variation

38. What can contribute to mental fatigue in boxers?*

a) Balanced training schedules

b) Incorporating relaxation techniques

c) Dealing with frequent or severe injuries

d) Seeking support from coaches

e) Setting realistic short-term and long-term goals

39. Why is open communication important in preventing burnout?*

a) To maintain a life outside of sports

b) To foster hobbies and relationships

c) To avoid setting realistic goals

d) To address concerns with coaches and support staff

e) To prioritise rest and recovery

40. What is a recommended strategy for preventing burnout in boxers?*

a) Pushing the body beyond its limits without rest

b) Neglecting mental health support

c) Setting unrealistic goals to challenge oneself

d) Periodising training to include variation in intensity

e) Maintaining a monotonous training routine

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