Question

match the following vocabulary terms to their corresponding definitions below.
column a

1. c-curve
2. flat back
3. parallel positions
4. swing
5. flexion
6. lateral stretch
7. rotation
8. head to tail connection
9. extension
10. roll down

column b
a. movement around a central axis
b. torso is suspended horizontally in space like the top of a table
c. traces an arc or a curved line in space
d. to curl the body forward one vertebrae at a time, starting with the head
e. connection between head and tailbone through flexibility and spinal support
f. a bending with tension at the joint decreasing the angle (bending of the body)
g. the curving of the spine in the shape of the letter \c\
h. a stretching or lengthening to the fullest extent
i. extension of the body from side to side
j. the tips of the toes face directly forward, with the heels lines up right behind, underneath the knees and the hips

Explanation:

1. C - Curve: The name implies a curve shape. Looking at the definitions, option g describes the curving of the spine in the shape of the letter "C", which matches.
2. Flat back: A flat back would mean the torso is in a horizontal position like a table's top. Option b fits this description.
3. Parallel positions: In parallel positions, body parts (like feet) are aligned in a specific way. Option j describes the toes facing forward and heels in line, which is a parallel - like alignment.
4. Swing: Swinging typically involves moving in an arc. Option c mentions tracing an arc or curved line in space, which is consistent with a swing.
5. Flexion: Flexion is a bending movement. Option f describes a bending with tension at the joint (decreasing the angle), which is the definition of flexion.
6. Lateral stretch: Lateral means side - to - side. Option i describes extension of the body from side to side, which is a lateral stretch.
7. Rotation: Rotation is movement around a central axis. Option a directly states "movement around a central axis".
8. Head to tail connection: This likely refers to a connection through the spine. Option e mentions the connection between head and tailbone through flexibility and spinal support.
9. Extension: Extension is a stretching or lengthening. Option h describes a stretching or lengthening to the fullest extent.
10. Roll down: Rolling down involves curling the body forward one vertebra at a time. Option d describes "to curl the body forward one vertebrae at a time, starting with the head".

Answer:

1. g
2. b
3. j
4. c
5. f
6. i
7. a
8. e
9. h
10. d