ICSE Class 10 Physical Education Sample Paper 2020 with Solutions

SECTION A (50 Marks)

Attempt all questions from this Section.

Question 1

(a) Define Health Education. [2 Marks]

Answer:
Health education is the continuum of learning experiences designed to favorably influence voluntary knowledge, attitudes, and behavior relating to individual and community health.

Teacher's Note:
a) It encompasses all experiences that affect an individual's habits and understanding of health.
b) Ensure the definition highlights both individual behavior and community well-being.

(b) Write any two important career options in Physical Education. [2 Marks]

Answer:
1. Physical Education Teacher / Lecturer in schools, colleges, or universities.
2. Sports Coach or Trainer for professional teams and athletes.

Teacher's Note:
a) Physical education offers diverse professional pathways beyond teaching, including sports management and sports journalism.
b) Be precise with titles such as fitness instructor or athletic trainer.

(c) Mention any three factors that influence the growth and development of an individual. [3 Marks]

Answer:
1. Heredity / Genetic factors: Biological traits passed down from parents.
2. Environment: Nutritional intake, climate, and socioeconomic conditions.
3. Exercise and Physical Activity: Regular physical engagement stimulates proper growth and muscular development.

Teacher's Note:
a) Growth refers to quantitative physical changes, while development refers to qualitative functional changes.
b) Mentioning heredity and environment together covers both internal and external determinants.

(d) Give any six components of balanced diet. [3 Marks]

Answer:
1. Carbohydrates
2. Proteins
3. Fats
4. Vitamins
5. Minerals
6. Water

Teacher's Note:
a) A balanced diet provides all essential nutrients in correct proportions for proper body functioning.
b) Dietary fiber (roughage) is also an essential component often grouped with these.

Question 2

(a) Define Physical Education. [2 Marks]

Answer:
Physical education is an integral part of general education that focuses on the development of physical, mental, emotional, and social faculties of an individual through medium of physical activities.

Teacher's Note:
a) It is not merely physical training, but education through the physical.
b) Keep the definition holistic, emphasizing overall personality development.

(b) Mention any four ways of preventing injuries. [2 Marks]

Answer:
1. Performing proper warm-up and cool-down sessions.
2. Wearing appropriate protective gear and equipment.
3. Following proper rules and techniques of the game.
4. Ensuring adequate rest and recovery between training sessions.

Teacher's Note:
a) Injury prevention is crucial for maintaining athletic longevity.
b) Mentioning warm-up and protective equipment fetches direct credit.

(c) Give any three principles of sports training. [3 Marks]

Answer:
1. Principle of Overload: Increasing intensity progressively to induce adaptation.
2. Principle of Specificity: Training should be relevant and appropriate to the sport's specific demands.
3. Principle of Reversibility: Adaptations gained through training are lost if training is stopped or reduced.

Teacher's Note:
a) Training principles form the scientific foundation of structured athletic programs.
b) Clearly state the principle name along with a brief explanation.

(d) State any three sources of protein. [3 Marks]

Answer:
1. Lean meats, poultry, and fish.
2. Eggs and dairy products (milk, cheese, curd).
3. Legumes, pulses, lentils, and soybeans.

Teacher's Note:
a) Proteins are body-building foods essential for tissue repair and growth.
b) Including both animal and plant sources makes the answer comprehensive.

Question 3

(a) Mention any four factors affecting physical fitness. [2 Marks]

Answer:
1. Heredity and genetics
2. Regular exercise and training
3. Diet and nutrition
4. Age and gender

Teacher's Note:
a) Physical fitness is dynamic and varies across individuals based on lifestyle.
b) Avoid vague terms; list distinct physiological and environmental determinants.

(b) Explain briefly psychological development through Physical education. [2 Marks]

Answer:
Physical education fosters mental resilience, helps in stress reduction, builds self-confidence, and enhances emotional control and discipline through competitive sports and physical exertion.

Teacher's Note:
a) Sports participation releases endorphins and teaches coping mechanisms for pressure.
b) Link psychological development directly to sports participation.

(c) Why is warming up and cooling down important in sports? [3 Marks]

Answer:
1. Warming up increases heart rate, improves muscle elasticity, and prevents injuries by preparing the cardiovascular and musculoskeletal systems.
2. Cooling down gradually lowers heart rate and body temperature, helping in the removal of lactic acid and preventing muscle stiffness.
3. Both enhance overall performance and accelerate physical recovery.

Teacher's Note:
a) Warm-up is preparatory, whereas cool-down is restorative.
b) Mentioning lactic acid clearance for cool-down adds scientific value.

(d) Mention any three Sports related injuries. [3 Marks]

Answer:
1. Sprain (injury to ligaments)
2. Strain (injury to muscles or tendons)
3. Fracture (break or crack in a bone)

Teacher's Note:
a) Accurately distinguish between sprain (ligament) and strain (muscle/tendon).
b) Give standard examples commonly encountered in physical education.

Question 4

(a) Briefly explain Mental development. [2 Marks]

Answer:
Mental development involves the improvement of cognitive functions such as concentration, quick decision-making, tactical understanding, problem-solving, and alertness through sports and education.

Teacher's Note:
a) Physical activities stimulate neural pathways, sharpening intellectual capacity.
b) Focus on cognitive skills enhanced by game situations.

(b) What is periodization? [2 Marks]

Answer:
Periodization is the systematic division of an athletic training program into smaller, manageable phases or periods (preparatory, competitive, and transition) to achieve peak performance at optimal times.

Teacher's Note:
a) It prevents overtraining and burnout by cycling training intensity and volume.
b) Emphasize peak performance as the ultimate goal of periodization.

(c) State the importance of Health Education. [3 Marks]

Answer:
1. It imparts essential knowledge regarding personal hygiene, sanitation, and disease prevention.
2. It promotes positive health habits and helps modify unhealthy lifestyle behaviors.
3. It empowers communities to reduce morbidity rates and improve overall quality of life.

Teacher's Note:
a) Health education bridges the gap between health knowledge and health practice.
b) Frame points to cover individual awareness, disease prevention, and community impact.

(d) Name any six components of physical fitness. [3 Marks]

Answer:
1. Strength
2. Speed
3. Endurance
4. Flexibility
5. Agility
6. Balance

Teacher's Note:
a) Physical fitness components are divided into health-related and skill-related categories.
b) List any six standard recognized components.

Question 5

(a) What is the difference between strength and power? [2 Marks]

Answer:
Strength is the maximum amount of force a muscle can exert against resistance in a single effort, whereas power is the ability to exert maximum force in the shortest possible time (Strength multiplied by Speed).

Teacher's Note:
a) Strength emphasizes sheer force, while power emphasizes explosive speed combined with strength.
b) Clear distinction of the time factor is essential.

(b) Explain the need for active participation in sports training. [3 Marks] / [2 Marks]

Answer:
Active participation ensures physiological adaptations, skill refinement, mental conditioning, and psychological readiness, enabling an athlete to perform efficiently under competitive match pressure.

Teacher's Note:
a) Passive observation does not build muscle memory or physical conditioning.
b) Highlight functional adaptation and skill mastery.

(c) Explain growth and development in adolescence. [3 Marks]

Answer:
1. Adolescence is marked by a rapid adolescent growth spurt in height and weight.
2. Secondary sexual characteristics develop due to hormonal changes (puberty).
3. Psychological and emotional changes occur, accompanied by a quest for identity and peer influence.

Teacher's Note:
a) This is a transitional stage between childhood and adulthood.
b) Cover physical, hormonal, and psychological changes briefly.

(d) Give the first aid treatment procedure for a person rescued from drowning. [3 Marks]

Answer:
1. Lay the victim down and clear the airway of any water, mud, or obstruction.
2. Check for breathing and pulse; if absent, immediately commence Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR).
3. Remove wet clothing, wrap the victim in warm blankets to prevent hypothermia, and rush them to the nearest medical facility.

Teacher's Note:
a) Airway clearance and CPR take precedence in rescue protocols.
b) Emphasize preventing hypothermia and seeking immediate professional medical help.

SECTION B (50 Marks)

Attempt two questions from this Section. You must attempt one question on each of the two games of your choice.

CRICKET

Question 6

(a) Briefly explain the following terms
(i) Substitute
(ii) Declaration
(iii) No ball
(iv) Follow on [8 Marks]

Answer:
(i) Substitute: A fielder brought onto the field to replace an injured or ill player. A substitute cannot bat, bowl, or act as captain.
(ii) Declaration: When the batting team's captain voluntarily closes their innings before all wickets have fallen.
(iii) No ball: An illegal delivery bowled by the bowler (due to front foot overstepping, dangerous bowling, or height), resulting in one penalty run to the batting side and an extra ball.
(iv) Follow on: In a multi-day match, if the team batting first leads by a specified margin (200 runs in a 5-day game), they can enforce the opposing team to bat again immediately.

Teacher's Note:
a) Define each cricketing term strictly according to the Laws of Cricket.
b) State restrictions on substitutes clearly.

(b) (i) Write any three strokes played by the batsman between the wicketkeeper and leg umpire.
(ii) Write any three instances when a ball becomes dead.
(iii) What procedure will be followed by the umpire when the ball is unfit for play? [9 Marks]

Answer:
(i) Sweep shot, Glance, and Leg-clip (or paddle sweep).
(ii) 1. When it is finally settled in the wicketkeeper's or bowler's hands.
2. When a batsman is out.
3. When the ball hits the boundary or is lost.
(iii) The umpire shall replace the ball with one that has had a similar amount of wear and tear, and both teams must agree or be informed of the replacement.

Teacher's Note:
a) Ensure technical precision in naming leg-side strokes.
b) State exact dead ball conditions as per official MCC cricket laws.

(c) Give any one difference between:
(i) Hook and Pull
(ii) Run out and Stumped out.
(iii) Bowling Crease and Popping Crease.
(iv) Draw and Tie. [8 Marks]

Answer:
(i) Hook and Pull: A hook shot is played against a rising short-pitched ball above chest height, whereas a pull shot is played against a short-pitched ball around waist height.
(ii) Run out and Stumped out: Run out occurs when the batsman is out of their crease while the ball is in play and the wicket is broken; stumped occurs specifically when the wicketkeeper puts down the wicket while the batsman has missed a ball and is out of the crease without attempting a run.
(iii) Bowling Crease and Popping Crease: The bowling crease is the line marking the stumps at the bowling end, whereas the popping crease is the line parallel to it in front of the stumps marking the batsman's safety zone.
(iv) Draw and Tie: A draw occurs when a multi-day match ends without a result because time ran out, whereas a tie occurs when both teams complete their innings with exactly equal scores.

Teacher's Note:
a) Differentiate cleanly using one clear contrast point per sub-part.
b) Pay close attention to crease definitions and match outcome definitions.

Question 7

(a) Draw a neatly labelled diagram of the cricket pitch and mark any six fielding positions on the offside of the field. [8 Marks]

Answer:
[Figure: Diagram of a 22-yard cricket pitch showing popping creases, bowling creases, stumps, bails, and offside fielding positions such as Slip, Gully, Point, Cover, Extra Cover, and Third Man]

Teacher's Note:
a) The pitch length must be labelled as 22 yards (20.12 m).
b) Ensure all six marked positions are strictly on the offside for a right-handed batsman.

(b) (i) Write any five ways of getting the batsman out for which the bowler gets credit.
(ii) Write down any four protective equipments worn by the batsman. [9 Marks]

Answer:
(i) 1. Bowled
2. Caught
3. Leg Before Wicket (LBW)
4. Stumped
5. Hit Wicket
(ii) 1. Batting helmet
2. Batting pads (leg guards)
3. Batting gloves
4. Thigh guard / Abdominal guard (box)

Teacher's Note:
a) Run out, timed out, handled ball, etc., do not credit the bowler.
b) List standard protective gear used for safety against fast bowling.

(c) (i) Write down the full form of ICC and BCCI.
(ii) Write any four bowling variations of Pace bowling.
(iii) Define the following terms:
1. Retired hurt
2. Extra runs [8 Marks]

Answer:
(i) ICC: International Cricket Council
BCCI: Board of Control for Cricket in India
(ii) 1. In-swinger and Out-swinger
2. Yorker
3. Bouncer (short-pitched delivery)
4. Cutter (off-cutter / leg-cutter)
(iii) 1. Retired hurt: When a batsman leaves the field during an innings due to injury or illness without being out, with the right to resume their innings later with the opposing captain's consent.
2. Extra runs: Runs added to the batting team's total that are not scored off the batsman's bat (e.g., wides, no-balls, byes, leg-byes).

Teacher's Note:
a) Ensure exact expansion of acronyms.
b) Define retired hurt with the condition of resumption.

FOOTBALL

Question 8

(a) Define the following terms.
(i) Drop Ball
(ii) Through Pass
(iii) Quarter Circle
(iv) Bicycle Kick [8 Marks]

Answer:
(i) Drop Ball: A method of restarting play where the referee drops the ball for a player of the team that last touched it after play was temporarily stopped.
(ii) Through Pass: A pass kicked into open space behind the opponent's defensive line for a teammate to run onto.
(iii) Quarter Circle: A 1-yard arc marked inside the field at each corner flag from which corner kicks must be taken.
(iv) Bicycle Kick: An acrobatic strike where a player leaps backward into the air, kicks the ball over their own head and shoulders, and strikes it.

Teacher's Note:
a) Use precise soccer terminology for each term.
b) Mention the radius dimension for the quarter circle if applicable.

(b) (i) When do you consider that a goal has been scored?
(ii) Define ball in play and out of play.
(iii) Explain the procedure of changing the position of the goalkeeper with a player. [9 Marks]

Answer:
(i) A goal is scored when the whole of the ball passes completely over the goal line, between the goalposts and under the crossbar, provided no foul has been committed by the scoring team.
(ii) Ball in play: The entire duration of the match from the opening kickoff onwards, including temporary stoppages where play is ongoing.
Ball out of play: When the ball has completely crossed the boundary line either on the ground or in the air, or play has been stopped by the referee.
(iii) Procedure for goalkeeper change: The referee must be informed before the change; the substitution must be made during a stoppage in play, and the player replacing the goalkeeper must wear a distinguishable goalkeeper jersey.

Teacher's Note:
a) Emphasize "whole of the ball" for a goal being scored.
b) Clearly outline referee notification for goalkeeper changes.

(c) (i) Explain the following signals given by the referee during a match:
1. When a goal is scored
2. Indirect free kick
3. Corner kick
4. Advantage
(ii) Mention two offences of cautionable offence and two of sending-off offences. [8 Marks]

Answer:
(i) 1. Goal scored: Referee points towards the center circle.
2. Indirect free kick: Referee raises one arm straight up in the air.
3. Corner kick: Referee points towards the respective corner flag.
4. Advantage: Referee extends both arms forward at shoulder height, sweeping them upward.
(ii) Cautionable offences (Yellow Card): Unsporting behavior, persistently infringing the laws of the game.
Sending-off offences (Red Card): Serious foul play, violent conduct, or spitting at an opponent.

Teacher's Note:
a) Differentiate clearly between yellow and red card offences.
b) Explain referee arm signals accurately.

Question 9

(a) What decision will the referee take in the following cases:
(i) When a player commits two fouls at the same time?
(ii) When the goalkeeper takes more than six seconds to release the ball?
(iii) When the player receives the ball inside the penalty area from a goal kick?
(iv) When the referee finds a player playing without shin guards? [8 Marks]

Answer:
(i) The referee punishes the more serious foul.
(ii) The referee awards an indirect free kick to the opposing team.
(iii) The goal kick is retaken because the ball must leave the penalty area before being played.
(iv) The referee orders the player to leave the field of play to correct their equipment, upon the next stoppage.

Teacher's Note:
a) Apply exact IFAB rules for each scenario.
b) Note that goal kicks must clear the penalty area before touching another player.

(b) (i) Draw a neat diagram of the penalty area giving the measurements of the following:
1. Goal area
2. Penalty area
3. Penalty arc
4. Penalty spot from the goal line
(ii) Define the procedure of a goal kick. [9 Marks]

Answer:
(i) [Figure: Diagram of the penalty area showing goal area 6 x 20 yards, penalty area 18 x 44 yards, penalty arc radius 10 yards from the penalty spot, and penalty spot at 12 yards from the goal line]
(ii) Procedure of a goal kick: The ball is kicked from any point within the goal area by a player of the defending team. The ball is in play when it is kicked and clearly moves, and it must leave the penalty area.

Teacher's Note:
a) Ensure all dimensions in the diagram are accurate in yards or meters.
b) State that opponents must remain outside the penalty area until the ball is in play.

(c) (i) List four important duties of the fourth official.
(ii) Mention four types of infringements committed by the goalkeeper when an indirect free kick is awarded. [8 Marks]

Answer:
(i) 1. Supervising substitution procedures during the match.
2. Checking players' equipment before they enter the field.
3. Managing the technical area and bench personnel.
4. Displaying the board indicating added time and substitutions.
(ii) 1. Controlling the ball with hands for more than six seconds before releasing it.
2. Touching the ball with hands again after releasing it before it has touched another player.
3. Touching the ball with hands after it has been deliberately kicked to them by a teammate.
4. Touching the ball with hands from a throw-in by a teammate.

Teacher's Note:
a) The fourth official assists the referee and manages administrative duties on the sideline.
b) Goalkeeper handling restrictions are strictly penalized with indirect free kicks.

HOCKEY

Question 10

(a) Define the following terms:
(i) Scoop
(ii) Hit
(iii) Tackle
(iv) Dangerous play [8 Marks]

Answer:
(i) Scoop: An aerial stroke lifting the ball into the air without taking a backswing, using the flat side of the stick.
(ii) Hit: A forceful strike at the ball using a swinging motion of the stick.
(iii) Tackle: An attempt by a defender to take possession of the ball from an opponent legally.
(iv) Dangerous play: Any action that endangers physical safety, such as raising the stick dangerously high near opponents.

Teacher's Note:
a) Define each hockey skill clearly.
b) Emphasize safety in defining dangerous play.

(b) (i) Write any three fundamental skills of hockey.
(ii) When is a goal awarded in hockey?
(iii) What cards are used in the game of hockey? [9 Marks]

Answer:
(i) Dribbling, Passing, and Stopping (trapping).
(ii) A goal is awarded when the ball travels completely over the goal line and under the crossbar, having been struck within the striking circle by an attacking player.
(iii) Green card (temporary suspension for 2 minutes), Yellow card (temporary suspension for at least 5 minutes), and Red card (permanent suspension/expulsion).

Teacher's Note:
a) Striking circle requirement is mandatory for a goal to count in hockey.
b) Clearly state card durations.

(c) (i) How many umpires are involved to conduct a hockey match? Write any four decisions given by the umpire.
(ii) Draw a diagram of the ball and mark its size, weight, circumference and shape. [8 Marks]

Answer:
(i) Two umpires conduct a hockey match.
Four decisions: Awarding a penalty corner, awarding a penalty stroke, signaling a goal, and awarding a free hit.
(ii) [Figure: Diagram of a hockey ball showing spherical shape, circumference of 224 mm to 235 mm, and weight of 156 g to 163 g]

Teacher's Note:
a) Two on-field umpires officiate modern hockey matches.
b) Ensure exact ball specifications are mentioned.

Question 11

(a) Define the following:
(i) Rebound
(ii) Back stick
(iii) Playing distance
(iv) Push [8 Marks]

Answer:
(i) Rebound: The bouncing off of the ball after hitting the goalkeeper, goalposts, or stick.
(ii) Back stick: A foul committed when the ball is struck with the rounded back of the hockey stick.
(iii) Playing distance: The distance within which a player is able to reach the ball to play it.
(iv) Push: A stroke where the ball is pushed along the ground without any backswing or hitting sound.

Teacher's Note:
a) Back stick is an illegal stroke in hockey.
b) Push is a fundamental passing and shooting technique.

(b) (i) What is meant by a temporary suspension? Under what circumstances does an umpire suspend a player?
(ii) Mention any three fouls committed by a goalkeeper.
(iii) Name any three methods of restarting a hockey match. [9 Marks]

Answer:
(i) Temporary suspension means sending a player off the field for a designated penalty time using a green or yellow card. Umpires suspend players for rough play, dissent, or deliberate fouls.
(ii) 1. Kicking the ball intentionally outside the circle.
2. Lying on the ball.
3. Using illegal equipment or body parts.
(iii) Center pass (bully-off / center pass), Free hit, and Penalty corner.

Teacher's Note:
a) Explain card durations for temporary suspensions.
b) Outline goalkeeper restrictions inside and outside the circle.

(c) (i) When can a team be penalised for a penalty corner?
(ii) Mention any four fouls for which the umpire awards a penalty stroke to the opponent team.
(iii) Write the full form of FIH and IFH. [8 Marks]

Answer:
(i) When a defender commits an unintentional foul inside the circle, or an intentional foul outside the circle but within the 23-meter area.
(ii) 1. Preventing a probable goal by intentionally committing a foul inside the circle.
2. Intentional foul by a defender on an attacker who has possession and a clear scoring opportunity inside the circle.
3. Intentionally lying on the ball inside the circle.
4. Goalkeeper intentionally using hands or feet outside the goal area incorrectly.
(iii) FIH: International Hockey Federation (Federation Internationale de Hockey)
IFH: International Federation of Hockey

Teacher's Note:
a) Penalty corners and penalty strokes are major scoring opportunities resulting from serious fouls.
b) Accurately expand FIH.

BASKET BALL

Question 12

(a) Briefly explain the following terms:
(i) Alternating Possession
(ii) Free Throw
(iii) Rebound
(iv) Man to Man defense [8 Marks]

Answer:
(i) Alternating Possession: A method where teams take turns gaining the ball for a throw-in after held-ball situations.
(ii) Free Throw: An uncontested shot awarded to a player from the free-throw line following a foul by the opposing team.
(iii) Rebound: Gaining possession of the ball after a missed field goal or free throw attempt.
(iv) Man to Man defense: A defensive tactic where each player guards a specific designated opponent across the court.

Teacher's Note:
a) Define basketball terms according to FIBA rules.
b) Contrast man-to-man defense with zone defense.

(b) (i) When does a team's control on the ball end?
(ii) How many time outs can a team get during the first half, second half and extra period?
(iii) Explain a team foul penalty situation in basketball. [9 Marks]

Answer:
(i) Team control ends when a shot is released, the opponent gains control, or the ball becomes dead.
(ii) First half: 2 time-outs; Second half: 3 time-outs; Extra period: 1 time-out per period.
(iii) Team foul penalty: When a team commits five team fouls in a quarter, all subsequent personal fouls committed by that team result in two free throws for the opposing team.

Teacher's Note:
a) Know time-out allocations per half under FIBA regulations.
b) Explain team foul accumulation clearly.

(c) (i) Explain Game lost by Default.
(ii) Define Ball returned to backcourt.
(iii) What is the official signal for Technical Foul.
(iv) Name any 2 international basketball tournaments. [8 Marks]

Answer:
(i) Game lost by default: When a team fails to appear on the court or is unable to field five players ready to play within 15 minutes of scheduled start time.
(ii) Ball returned to backcourt: When a team having team control in the frontcourt illegally causes the ball to pass into their backcourt.
(iii) Official signal for Technical Foul: Forming a capital letter T with hands showing palms.
(iv) FIBA Basketball World Cup and Olympic Basketball Tournament.

Teacher's Note:
a) Explain backcourt violation rules accurately.
b) Describe referee hand signals precisely.

Question 13

(a) Draw a neat diagram of a basketball court and mark the following with their measurements:
(i) Side line
(ii) End line
(iii) Centre circle
(iv) Radius of three point field goal area
(v) Length of Restricted Area
(vi) No Charge Semi - Circle [8 Marks]

Answer:
[Figure: Diagram of a basketball court showing side line 28m, end line 15m, centre circle radius 1.80m, three-point arc radius 6.75m, restricted area length 5.80m, and no-charge semi-circle radius 1.25m]

Teacher's Note:
a) Ensure all dimensions comply with standard FIBA court specifications.
b) Label all requested court markings clearly.

(b) (i) State six items of equipment needed to conduct a basketball match.
(ii) State any three duties of the Coach.
(iii) When is the ball considered to be dead? [9 Marks]

Answer:
(i) 1. Basketball
2. Backboards and baskets
3. Game clock and scoreboard
4. 24-second device
5. Whistles
6. Scoring sheet (scoresheet)
(ii) 1. Submitting the team roster and starting lineup prior to the match.
2. Requesting time-outs.
3. Managing team conduct and substitutions.
(iii) The ball is dead when a goal is scored, a whistle is blown, or the game clock sounds for the end of a period.

Teacher's Note:
a) List both technical equipment and match accessories.
b) Define dead ball conditions precisely.

(c) Explain the following terms:
(i) Held Ball.
(ii) Double Foul.
(iii) Double Dribble
(iv) Layup. [8 Marks]

Answer:
(i) Held Ball: When two opposing players have one or both hands firmly on the ball, resulting in a jump ball situation resolved by alternating possession.
(ii) Double Foul: A situation where two opposing players commit personal fouls against each other at approximately the same time.
(iii) Double Dribble: A violation occurring when a player dribbles the ball with both hands simultaneously or starts a second dribble after stopping.
(iv) Layup: A close-range shot taken near the basket by leaping off one foot and laying the ball against the backboard into the basket.

Teacher's Note:
a) Distinguish clearly between dribbling violations and fouls.
b) Explain layup mechanics briefly.

VOLLEY BALL

Question 14

(a) Define the following terms:
(i) Floater
(ii) Attack Zone
(iii) Blocking
(iv) Screening [8 Marks]

Answer:
(i) Floater: A serve hit without spin, causing it to unpredictable wobble and knuckle through the air.
(ii) Attack Zone: The area on the court from the center line to the attack line, measuring 3 meters from the net.
(iii) Blocking: The action of players close to the net intercepting the ball coming from the opponent by reaching higher than the top of the net.
(iv) Screening: An illegal action where serving players wave arms or move to obscure opponents' vision of the server and flight of the ball.

Teacher's Note:
a) Define volleyball tactics and zones correctly.
b) Note that screening is an illegal serving fault.

(b) Give duties of the following:
(i) Captain
(ii) First referee
(iii) Line Judges [9 Marks]

Answer:
(i) Captain: Represents the team, signs the scoresheet, and speaks to referees for clarification when necessary.
(ii) First referee: Has absolute authority over the match, blows the whistle to start rallies, and penalizes all faults.
(iii) Line Judges: Signal whether the ball lands 'in' or 'out' and indicate touches on the ball during plays near boundary lines.

Teacher's Note:
a) Outline officiating roles clearly.
b) Emphasize that the first referee holds ultimate authority on court.

(c) (i) Mention four functions of Libero.
(ii) Explain:
1. Legal substitution
2. Players equipment. [8 Marks]

Answer:
(i) 1. Can replace any back-row player without counting as a regular substitution.
2. Cannot serve, block, or attempt to block.
3. Cannot complete an attacking hit from anywhere if the ball is entirely higher than the top of the net.
4. Must wear a contrasting jersey.
(ii) 1. Legal substitution: A replacement of a player by a substitute through the substitution zone, recorded by the scorer and authorized by the referee.
2. Players equipment: Consists of jersey, shorts, socks, and lightweight sports shoes without heels, with identical numbered jerseys for teammates.

Teacher's Note:
a) Emphasize libero restrictions on attacking and serving.
b) Describe mandatory uniform requirements.

Question 15

(a) State the following:
(i) Height of net for men and women.
(ii) Weight and circumference of the ball.
(iii) Height and diameter of the antenna.
(iv) Number of substitutions and time outs in a set. [8 Marks]

Answer:
(i) Men's net height: 2.43 m; Women's net height: 2.24 m.
(ii) Weight: 260 g to 280 g; Circumference: 65 cm to 67 cm.
(iii) Antenna height: 1.80 m (80 cm above net); Diameter: 10 mm.
(iv) Substitutions: Maximum 6 per set; Time-outs: 2 time-outs per set (30 seconds each).

Teacher's Note:
a) Memorize exact volleyball dimensions and rule numbers.
b) Distinguish clearly between men's and women's net heights.

(b) (i) Name three National Tournaments.
(ii) Mention any six skills.
(iii) State any three serving faults. [9 Marks]

Answer:
(i) Senior National Volleyball Championship, Federation Cup, and Inter-State Volleyball Championship.
(ii) Serving, Passing (digging), Setting, Spiking (attacking), Blocking, and Digging.
(iii) 1. Hitting the ball out of bounds.
2. Stepping on or over the baseline during service (foot fault).
3. Failing to hit the ball over the net.

Teacher's Note:
a) List national-level tournaments recognized in India.
b) Identify basic serving fouls.

(c) Draw a neat diagram of a Volleyball court with all its dimensions. [8 Marks]

Answer:
[Figure: Diagram of a volleyball court showing total dimensions 18m x 9m, attack line 3m from center line, service zone, and net placement]

Teacher's Note:
a) Court dimensions must be marked as 18 meters long and 9 meters wide.
b) Clearly show the center line and attack lines.

BADMINTON

Question 16

(a) Draw a neat and labelled diagram of a badminton court. [8 Marks]

Answer:
[Figure: Diagram of a badminton court showing doubles court width 6.1m, singles court width 5.18m, length 13.4m, short service line 1.98m from net, and center line]

Teacher's Note:
a) Clearly distinguish singles and doubles sidelines in the diagram.
b) Label the net height (1.55m at posts, 1.524m at center).

(b) (i) Write any three duties of an umpire.
(ii) How is a tie broken? Explain briefly.
(iii) Write any three National or International tournaments. [9 Marks]

Answer:
(i) 1. Upholding the Laws of Badminton and making decisions on service and court faults.
2. Recording and announcing the score.
3. Managing intervals and supervising match conduct.
(ii) If a game is tied at 20-20, the side that gains a 2-point lead first wins that game. If it reaches 29-29, the side scoring the 30th point wins.
(iii) Thomas Cup, Uber Cup, and All England Open Badminton Championships.

Teacher's Note:
a) Explain the setting rule (deuce extension) for breaking game ties.
b) Name premier international badminton tournaments.

(c) Explain the following:
(i) Hairpin net shot.
(ii) Carry.
(iii) Rally
(iv) Wood shot [8 Marks]

Answer:
(i) Hairpin net shot: A shot hit from close to the net that rises steeply and drops sharply just over the net on the opponent's side.
(ii) Carry: A fault where the shuttle is caught and held on the racket rather than being cleanly hit.
(iii) Rally: A sequence of one or more strokes starting from the service until the shuttle ceases to be in play.
(iv) Wood shot: A legal shot hit with the wooden frame of the racket rather than the strings.

Teacher's Note:
a) Differentiate cleanly between legal shots and faults (carry is a fault).
b) Describe hairpin trajectory accurately.

Question 17

(a) (i) Mention four skills of a badminton player.
(ii) State:
1. Weight and diameter of the base of a shuttle.
2. Length and width of the racket. [8 Marks]

Answer:
(i) Clearing (lob), Smashing, Dropping, and Net play.
(ii) 1. Shuttle base weight: 4.74 g to 5.50 g; Base diameter: 25 mm to 28 mm.
2. Racket length: Maximum 680 mm; Width: Maximum 230 mm.

Teacher's Note:
a) Mention essential stroke skills.
b) State official equipment dimensions accurately.

(b) (i) Mention any three differences between a singles match and a doubles match.
(ii) Name the officials who conduct a match.
(iii) State any three service faults. [9 Marks]

Answer:
(i) 1. Singles uses narrow sidelines, whereas doubles uses outer sidelines.
2. Singles service court is long and narrow, whereas doubles service court is short and wide.
3. One player competes per side in singles, compared to two players in doubles.
(ii) Upholding officials: Referee, Umpire, Service Judge, and Line Judges.
(iii) 1. Shuttle is struck higher than the waist.
2. Racket head is higher than the hand holding the racket when hitting.
3. Feet of the server or receiver are not in their correct service courts.

Teacher's Note:
a) Clearly distinguish singles and doubles court dimensions.
b) State fault rules concerning service height.

(c) (i) Write the full form of BWF and BAI.
(ii) How is a set won?
(iii) What do you understand by the term 'Lets'?
(iv) State any two types of service techniques. [8 Marks]

Answer:
(i) BWF: Badminton World Federation
BAI: Badminton Association of India
(ii) A set (game) is won by the first side to score 21 points (must win by a 2-point margin up to a maximum of 30 points).
(iii) 'Lets': A stoppage of play called by the umpire due to unforeseen interference, requiring the rally to be replayed.
(iv) High serve (long serve) and Low serve (short serve).

Teacher's Note:
a) Expand acronyms correctly.
b) Explain scoring system and 'let' rule precisely.