CBSE Class 12 Physical Education Children and Women in Sports Assignment Set 01

Question. In bow-legs, there is/are : CBSE 2020
(a) wide gap between the knees
(b) plain foot sole
(c) knees colliding with each other
(d) both legs curving inwards
Answer: (a) wide gap between the knees

Question. Abnormal curve of the spine at the front is called : CBSE 2020
(a) Scoliosis
(b) Kyphosis
(c) Lordosis
(d) Psoriasis
Answer: (c) Lordosis

Question. The precaution of ........... should be followed if you have the postural deformity of round shoulders.
(a) avoiding wearing of tight-fitting clothes
(b) keeping the body straight while carrying weights
(c) taking a balanced diet
(d) not putting extra weight on the leg muscles
Answer: (a) avoiding wearing of tight-fitting clothes

Question. Which of the following procedures is not a cause of flat foot?
(a) Lack of vitamin D and calcium
(b) Body heaviness
(c) Faulty posture
(d) Standing for a long time
Answer: (a) Lack of vitamin D and calcium

Question. The corrective measures for Lordosis include ..............
(a) performing Chakrasana
(b) performing Paschimottasana
(c) Bending the head backwards while standing
(d) All of the options
Answer: (b) performing Paschimottasana

Question. Scoliosis may occur due to ..............
(a) paralysis of spinal muscles on one side
(b) one leg being short in length
(c) Carrying heavy loads on one shoulder
(d) Any of the above
Answer: (d) Any of the above

Question. Which of the following is not a corrective measure for the postural deformity of knock knee?
(a) Keeping a pillow between the knees as much as possible
(b) Not standing for a long time
(c) Performing Padmasana and Gomukhasana
(d) Regular horse riding
Answer: (b) Not standing for a long time

Question. Which of the following is a cause of Kyphosis?
(a) Disease affecting vertebrae
(b) Habitual overeating
(c) Wearing light and shapeless clothes
(d) None of the options
Answer: (c) Wearing light and shapeless clothes

Question. Menstrual dysfunction occurs due to ......... .
(a) Amenorrhea
(b) alterations in androgen, estrogen and progesterone hormones
(c) participation of women in sports
(d) None of the options
Answer: (b) alterations in androgen, estrogen and progesterone hormones

Question. Anorexia can be treated successfully through ............. .
(a) medication
(b) individual psychotherapy
(c) providing a balanced diet
(d) All of the options
Answer: (b) individual psychotherapy

Question. The eating disorder called ............. involves binging on food followed by forced vomiting.
(a) Anorexia
(b) Amenorrhea
(c) Bulimia
(d) None of the options
Answer: (c) Bulimia

Question. Which of the following components of the female athletes' triad is covered by absence of menstrual periods?
(a) Amenorrhea
(b) Osteoporosis
(c) Disordered eating
(d) All of the options
Answer: (a) Amenorrhea

1 Mark Questions (VSA)

Question. Which type of deformity is 'Kyphosis'? CBSE 2019
Answer: Kyphosis is a deformity of the spine in which there is an increase of exaggeration of a backward curve or a decrease of a forward curve. It is also called as round upper back.

Question. What are the causes of Oestoporosis? CBSE 2019
or Write in brief about osteoporosis. What are the causes of osteoporosis in women? All India 2017
or What is osteoporosis? All India 2016
Answer: Osteoporosis is a weakening of the bones due to the loss of bone density and improper bone formation.
Causes of osteoporosis in women are harmonal changes occurring during menopause, lack of calcium and vitamin D in diet, etc.

Question. Among females, what type of Menstrual Dysfunction is called Amenorrhoea? CBSE 2019
or What is 'Amenorrhoea' in female athletes triad? CBSE 2018
Answer: Amenorrhoea is a condition in which there is absence of menstrual periods or they become irregular. It is associated with women athletes because they do intensive exercises which is not followed by taking enough calories. This leads to hormonal imbalances which may cause amenorrhoea.

Question. What do you mean by 'Bulimia'? CBSE 2019
Answer: Bulimia is a type of eating disorder in which the affected person will eat a large amount of food in a short time (i.e. binge) and then do something to get rid of the food eaten (i.e. purge). They may vomit, exercise too much, or use laxatives.

Question. What is female athlete triad? CBSE (C) 2018
Answer: The female athlete triad is a syndrome of three related conditions generally observed in teenage or adult female athletes who are not meeting their energy requirements. As a result, they are undernourished. The three components of the female athlete triad are eating disorders, Amenorrhea and Osteoporosis.

Question. Name any two postural deformities. CBSE 2018
or State the common postural deformities. All India 2017
Answer: Common postural deformities are Kyphosis, Flat foot, Knock knee, Lordosis and Bow legs.

Question. What are the causes of knock knee?
Answer: The causes of knock knee are:
• Weakness of muscles and ligaments
• Overweight body
• Lack of balanced diet
• Lack of vitamin D, calcium and phosphorus

Question. What do you mean by menarche?
Answer: A girl's first menstrual period is known as menarche. Girls may face stress and emotional tension during menarche. Menarche usually occurs between 9 or upto 15 years of age.

3 Marks Questions

Question. Write briefly about the prevention and management of 'Anorexia'. CBSE 2019
Answer: Anorexia can be prevented by children developing healthy eating habits and a strong body image from an early age. They should not develop cultural values that consider 'thin' as perfect bodies. They should be told about the side effects of malnourishment and the life threatening nature of anorexia.
Management of Anorexia can be accomplished by:
(i) Facing Reality This is essential, as the affected person must admit that she has a problem of Anorexia and the relentless pursuit of thinness is out of her control.
(ii) Restoring Healthy Weight An affected person cannot recover from Anorexia without restoring appropriate body weight. A psychologist can play an effective role in helping the person to return to a healthy weight. A dietician can provide adequate and proper guidance for a healthy diet for full recovery.

Question. Write about the deformities of spinal curvature. All India 2016
Answer: There are three types of spinal curvature:
(i) Lordosis It is the inward curvature of the spine or a deformity of spinal curvature. It is an increased forward curve in the lumbar region. It creates problems in standing and walking.
(ii) Kyphosis It is a deformity of the spinal curvature in which there is an increase of exaggeration of a backward curve or a decrease of a forward curve. It is also called round upper back.
(iii) Scoliosis It is a postural deformity of spinal curvature in which there is one large lateral curve extending through the whole length of the spine, or there may be two curves. This type of deformity is also called curve.

Question. Suggest exercises as corrective measures for round shoulders. Delhi 2014
Answer: Round shoulders is a postural deformity in which the shoulders become round as they are drawn forward, the head is extended and the chin points forward. The corrective measures are:
• Stand in correct posture.
• Keep the finger tips on your shoulders and encircle your elbows in clockwise and anti-clockwise direction.
• Perform Chakrasana and Dhanurasana for some time.
• Hold the horizontal bar for some time.

Question. What are the causes of menstrual dysfunction?
Answer: Due to participation of women in physical fitness and competitive endurance sports, the incidence of menstrual dysfunction has increased. Long distance running and other sports may lead to alterations in androgen, estrogen and progesterone hormones, which in some women may directly or indirectly result in amenorrhea (absence of menstrual periods) or infertility.

Question. What do you understand by female athlete triad and what are its components?
Answer: The 'female athlete triad' is a syndrome of three related conditions generally seen in teenage or adult female athletes who aren't meeting their energy requirements, which ultimately leaves them undernourished.
The three components of the female athlete triad include:
(i) Disordered eating and anaemia (Energy deficits)
(ii) Osteoporosis (Decreased bone density)
(iii) Amenorrhoea (Menstrual irregularities)
Mahesh, Physical Education teacher at XYZ School observed that Raju a student of class VI has outward curve of vertebral column at Thoracic region. He suggested some exercises to rectify this problem.

Question. What is this deformity known as?
(a) Scoliosis
(b) Kyphosis
(c) Lordosis
(d) Flat foot
Answer: (b) Kyphosis

Question. Kyphosis is commonly known as
(a) Hollow back
(b) Hunch back
(c) Sideways bending
(d) Lordosis
Answer: (b) Hunch back

Question. Kyphosis is a deformity related to
(a) Foot
(b) Vertebral column
(c) Shoulder
(d) Legs
Answer: (b) Vertebral column

5 Marks Questions

Question. Explain 'Flat Foot' and 'Knock Knees' and also suggest corrective measures for both postural deformities. CBSE 2019
Answer: Flat Foot is a deformity of the feet. In this deformity, there is no arch in the foot, so that the foot is completely flat. Thus, the affected individual faces problems in standing, walking, jumping and running.

Corrective measures for this deformity are:
(i) Walk on heels and toes.
(ii) Pick up marbles with toes.
(iii) Slowly write the alphabet using marbles.
(iv) Perform Vajrasan regularly.
(iv) Walk on wooden staircase.
Knock Knees is a postural deformity in which both the knees touch or overlap each other in the normal standing position. Due to this deformity, an individual usually faces difficulty during walking.
Corrective measures for this deformity are:
(i) Horse riding is to be done regularly.
(ii) Perform Padmasana and Gomukhasana regularly.
(iii) Keep a pillow between the knees whenever possible.
(iv) Be careful while you walk and stand.
(iv) Take nutritious meals.

Question. Suggest five exercises as corrective measures for Round shoulders and Kyphosis. CBSE (C) 2018
Answer:
(i) Perform Chakrasana (for both problems), Bhujangasana (for Kyphosis) and Dhanurasana (for Round shoulders).
(ii) For Round shoulders, while keeping your finger tips on your shoulders, move your elbows in circular motion clockwise and anti-clockwise alternately.
(iii) For Round shoulders, hold the horizontal bar for some time with both hands.
(iv) For Kyphosis, hold the arms at shoulder level and bend the elbows.
(v) For Kyphosis, bend the head backwards in standing position.

Question. Mention the causes, precautions and corrective measures of knock knees. CBSE 2012
Answer:
Causes
• Weakness of muscles and ligaments.
• Lack of balanced diet.
• Lack of vitamin D, calcium and phosphorus.
• Overweight body.
Precautions
• Balanced diet should be taken.
• Do not force the babies to walk at early age.
Corrective Measures
• Horse riding is to be done regularly.
• Keep a pillow between your knees whenever possible.
• Perform Padmasana and Gomukhasana.
• Take nutritious meals.

Question. Explain any five common postural deformities.
Answer: Five common postural deformities are:
(i) Knock Knee It is a postural deformity in which both the knees touch or overlap each other in normal standing position.
(ii) Flat Foot It is a deformity of the feet. In this deformity, there is no arch in the foot and the foot is completely flat.
(iii) Round Shoulder It is a postural deformity in which the shoulders become round as they are drawn forward, the head is extended with the chin pointing forward.
(iv) Kyphosis It is a deformity of the spinal curvature in which there is an increase or exaggeration of a backward curve.
(v) Bow Legs It is a deformity opposite to knock knee. In fact, if there is a wide gap between the knees, the deformity can be observed easily when an individual walks or runs.

Sheethal spent her weekend checking the health status of all the security guards of her huge gated community as a part of project work assigned by PE teachers. She found out that more than half of them have shown a significant deformity in the upper part of their vertebral column. CBSE QB 2021

Question. The term used to define this deformity is .............
(a) Lordosis
(b) Scoliosis
(c) Kyphosis
(d) Both (a) and (b)
Answer: (c) Kyphosis

Question. This deformity is mainly caused due to
(a) carrying heavy loads
(b) lack of exercise
(c) weak muscles
(d) All of the options
Answer: (d) All of the options

Question. The asana/s which helps in rectifying such condition/sis/are ............
(a) Chakrasana
(b) Dhanurasana
(c) Halasana
(d) Both (a) and (b)
Answer: (d) Both (a) and (b)

Question. Bending head backward in standing position helps in getting rid of ............
(a) Lordosis
(b) Kyphosis
(c) Scoliosis
(d) Both (a) and (b)
Answer: (a) Lordosis

Question. Due to Covid Pandemic, most of the children attending online classes with bad sitting posture may experience this condition later
(a) Kyphosis
(b) Lordosis
(c) Scoliosis
(d) Flat foot
Answer: (a) Kyphosis

Posture plays a very significant role in our daily activities. Correct posture means the balancing of body in accurate and proper manner. Various types of postural deformities can be identified in individuals. CBSE QB 2021

Question. From the above given picture, the deformities seen on the left most is caused due to deficiency of ............
(a) Iron
(b) Calcium
(c) Vit-D
(d) Both (b) and (c)
Answer: (d) Both (b) and (c)

Question. Walking on the inner edge of the feet can be a remedy for ............
(a) Bow legs
(b) Flat foot
(c) Overweight
(d) Leg deformity
Answer: (a) Bow legs

Question. The person in the middle is suffering with ............
(a) Rickets
(b) Flatfoot
(c) Knock knees
(d) Elephant foot
Answer: (c) Knock knees

Question. Horse-riding is the best exercise for clearing this deformity
(a) Knock knees
(b) Bow legs
(c) Flat foot
(d) All of the options
Answer: (a) Knock knees

Question. Performing this asana regularly can be a remedy for Knock-knees
(a) Padmasana
(b) Tadasana
(c) Vajrasana
(d) Halasana
Answer: (a) Padmasana