ISC Class 12 Physical Education Board Exam Question Paper 2018 with Solutions

ICSE Class 12 Physical Education Board Exam Question Paper with Solutions

 

SECTION A (40 Marks)

Answer any five questions.

 

Question 1. Explain the role of physical education in the development of personality of an individual. [8 Marks]

Answer:
Personality represents those characteristics of the person that account for consistent patterns of behaviour. Broadly, four factors influence how an individual responds in any given situation: the genetic make-up, past experience, the nature of the situation in which he/she finds themselves, and free will. Personality development means the process in which an individual's attitude, discipline, helpfulness, team spirit, patience, unity, friendship, etc., grows.
(a) Attitude:
1. Physical Education helps an individual to develop the attitude of competition against themselves for their betterment.
2. Physical Education helps the individual to develop an attitude of learning from their failure and success rather than getting too much elated about their success and depressed by their failure.
3. Physical Education helps in developing an attitude of equanimity at the time of success and failure and also develops an attitude to pursue excellence.
4. Physical Education develops an attitude to respect sports, other participants, coaches, officials, and themselves.
(b) Discipline:
1. Physical Education helps in developing learned effective skills for dealing with conflict, difficult opponents, and other people when they are negative or oppositional during sports competition, and thereby an individual gets disciplined.
2. Individuals realize through sports and games the value of being systematic, consistent, and punctual as these qualities help the individual to develop his sporting ability. Accepting these qualities helps the individual to become disciplined.
(c) Helpfulness:
1. While playing sports and games an individual learns the importance of helping others. For developing bonding, one has to assist, motivate, and cooperate.
2. The senior players get respect from junior players when they help the junior players to develop their skill by sharing their experience.
3. The quality of helpfulness is required during training sessions and the sharing of equipment.
4. It is required during competition when an individual's performance is getting affected.
5. Through sports and games, an individual understands that one's success is not only the result of one's effort but also due to the help received from coaches, team members, family, etc.
(d) Team Spirit:
1. The nature of sports is such that there is one common goal to be achieved by each member of a team and that goal can be called a team goal, which is winning. This common goal develops the quality of team spirit.
2. To win as a team, a sense of respect for each member of the team is required. Apart from a sense of respect for team members, there is a requirement to give priority to team achievement over individuals. This thought and act while playing sports and games develop the quality of team spirit.
(e) Patience:
1. An individual while playing sports and games understands the importance of patience. One needs to regularly do hard work and has to be patient for the development of performance.
2. One needs to adjust with team members. In order to adjust with others, one needs to have patience. Applying strategies requires patience. For developing the quality of consistency, one needs to be patient.
(f) Unity:
1. A common goal develops unity. The team which lacks unity has more chances of getting defeated than the team which has unity.
2. Each player in the team may have different responsibilities, and each member getting assistance and motivation to fulfill their responsibility from other team members develops a sense of unity among team members.
(g) Friendship:
1. The quality of helpfulness, sacrifice, assistance, motivation, support, and respect among players develops the quality of friendship.
2. Matches between countries help in developing the quality of friendship among players of different countries.

Teacher's Note:
a) Ensure that all dimensions of personality development (attitude, discipline, team spirit, etc.) are addressed with proper sub-headings when answering long-form questions.
b) Students often write generalized points without relating them directly to physical education and sports; tie every trait back to sporting activities.

 

Question 2. Explain briefly what is meant by interval training? Write the method of conducting interval training. [8 Marks]

Answer:
Interval Training Method: This training is useful for the development of endurance. There are repeated sessions or intervals of relatively intense exercise. Each interval is followed by a period of incomplete recovery. If one is running 400m intervals on a track and it takes approximately 90 seconds to complete each run, then the recovery period between the intervals should be at least 90 seconds. This training develops cardiorespiratory endurance. In high-intensity interval training, there is a risk of the athlete getting injured. During the interval period, the heart rate may reach 180 beats/minute, followed by a recovery period. When the heart rate in the recovery period comes down to 120 beats/minute, the next interval period should start.
Variables which decide the effect of the interval method are:
- Speed of work
- Duration of work
- Duration of recovery
- Number of repetitions
- Nature of recovery
Interval method is of two types:
1. Intensive Interval Method: When the intensity of the activity is 80-90% of the maximum speed at which an individual can run.
2. Extensive Interval Method: When the intensity of the activity is 70-80% of the maximum speed at which an individual can run.
On the basis of duration, interval training may be classified into three types: Short interval method, medium interval method, and long interval method.

Short	Medium	Long
15 seconds - 2 minutes	2 minutes - 8 minutes	8 minutes - 15 minutes

Method of Conducting Interval Training:
1. Before starting the interval method, one should have undergone a period of continuous running.
2. Maximum heart rate of the individual doing interval training should be noted. Generally, the maximum heart rate is found by the formula 220 minus age.
3. Number of repetitions of intervals should be decided after taking into account the athlete's age and level of practice.
4. Improvement in performance can be done by changing the variables. It is better to change one variable at a time.
5. Ensure that the surface for running is flat.
6. Warm-up and cooling down should be done properly before starting interval training.
7. If the heart rate does not come back to 120 beats/minute within the expected period (around 90 seconds), it indicates the workload is too difficult and should be adjusted.
8. Use a heart rate monitor to help increase or decrease intensity according to the heart rate.
9. Do not overexert while training.

Teacher's Note:
a) Clearly distinguish between intensive and extensive interval training methods based on intensity percentages.
b) Mention the specific heart rate parameters (180 beats/min working and 120 beats/min recovery) as examiners look for these figures.

 

Question 3. Write a note on the Sports Authority of India (SAI) giving its objectives. [8 Marks]

Answer:
The Sports Authority of India (SAI) was set up on 25th January 1984 as a Society registered under the Societies Act, 1860 with the objective of promotion of sports and games. It comes under the Department of Sports, Govt. of India. SAI's head office is in Jawaharlal Nehru Sports Complex, New Delhi.
SAI is responsible for the management of the following:
1. One high-altitude training centre called Netaji Subhash High Altitude Training Centre (Shilaroo, Himachal Pradesh).
2. Two SAI Sports Academic Institutions (NSNIS Patiala and LNCPE Thiruvananthapuram).
3. Five stadiums in New Delhi (Jawaharlal Nehru Sports Complex, Indira Gandhi Sports Complex, Major Dhyan Chand National Stadium, Dr. Shyama Prasad Mukherjee Swimming Pool Complex, Dr. Karni Singh Shooting Ranges).
4. Ten SAI Regional Centres (SRC) located at Chandigarh, Sonipat, Lucknow, Guwahati, Imphal, Kolkata, Bhopal, Bengaluru, Mumbai, and Gandhinagar.
5. Fourteen "Centre of Excellences" in different parts of India.
6. Twenty "Special Area Games" (SAG) in different parts of India.
7. Fifty-six "Sports Training Centres" (STC) in different parts of India.
Objectives of SAI:
- Talent scouting at the micro level and nurturing talent towards excellence.
- Training and international exposure.
- Supporting training with scientific and sports equipment and scientific personnel.
- Monitoring and enhancing performance with a scientific evaluation system.
- Training and preparation of national teams.
- Sports infrastructure development and maintenance.
- Maintenance and upgradation of 4 stadia complexes and a shooting range in Delhi.
- To produce coaches and physical educationists of high caliber in different disciplines of sports to broad-base sports.

Teacher's Note:
a) Students must mention the establishment date, registration act, and headquarters location to score full marks in descriptive organizational questions.
b) List both the administrative facilities managed by SAI and its core objectives clearly using bullet points.

 

Question 4. What is meant by a tournament? Explain the various types of tournaments. Draw a fixture of 11 teams on the knock-out basis. [8 Marks]

Answer:
Tournament: It is a series of competitions between different teams. It helps to decide positions like first, second, third, etc. For a tournament to take place, there should be a minimum of two teams.
Various Types of Tournaments:
Tournaments are of different types like Knock-out, League, League cum knock-out, and Challenge.
1. Knock-out Tournament: In a knock-out tournament, if a team loses a single match, it is eliminated from the tournament. Only winners move to the next round. Formula to find the number of matches = \( n - 1 \) (where \( n \) = number of teams).
2. League Tournament: In a league tournament, every team plays against every other team. Winners are decided on points (Win = 2 points, Draw = 1 point, Loss = 0 points). Formula to find the number of matches = \( \frac{n(n - 1)}{2} \).
3. League cum Knock-out Tournament: Competition is conducted in two phases. In the first phase, league matches are played to select a pre-decided number of top teams. In the second phase, those selected teams play a knock-out tournament to decide the winner.
Fixture of 11 Teams on Knock-out Basis:
Total number of teams (\( n \)) = 11
Total number of matches = \( 11 - 1 = 10 \) matches.
Total number of byes = Total power of two above 11 minus 11 = \( 16 - 11 = 5 \) byes.
Number of teams in Upper Half = \( \frac{n + 1}{2} = \frac{11 + 1}{2} = 6 \) teams.
Number of teams in Lower Half = \( \frac{n - 1}{2} = \frac{11 - 1}{2} = 5 \) teams.
Number of byes in Upper Half = \( \frac{5 - 1}{2} = 2 \) byes.
Number of byes in Lower Half = \( \frac{5 + 1}{2} = 3 \) byes.
[Figure: Knock-out fixture diagram showing 11 teams divided into Upper Half (teams 1 to 6 with 2 byes) and Lower Half (teams 7 to 11 with 3 byes) across Rounds I, II, III, and IV leading to the winner team 10]

Teacher's Note:
a) Ensure all fixture calculations (total matches, byes, upper and lower half distribution) are explicitly shown before drawing the fixture diagram.
b) Clearly label the rounds and halves in the fixture diagram.

 

Question 5. Explain the term Disability. State the various services available for the rehabilitation of the disabled, in India. [8 Marks]

Answer:
Disability: Disability means an inability to do work. It is a state of an individual when he/she is not able to work efficiently. It may be present from birth or occur during a person's lifetime. It may be physical, cognitive, mental, sensory, emotional, developmental, or a combination of these. Disabilities cover impairments, activity limitations, and participation restrictions. Impairment is a problem in body function or structure; an activity limitation is a difficulty encountered in executing a task or action; and a participation restriction is a problem experienced in involvement in life situations. Thus, disability is a complex phenomenon reflecting an interaction between a person's body and societal environment.
Various services available for the rehabilitation of the disabled in India:
1. Rehabilitation Council of India, New Delhi: Regulation of training policies and programs in Persons with Disability (PWD) rehabilitation.
2. National Institute of Rehabilitation Training and Research, Cuttack, Odisha: Coordinates training for rehabilitation personnel, service delivery programs, vocational training, and placement of persons with mobility disability.
3. Society for Rehabilitation and Research of the Handicapped, New Delhi: Organization for PWD rehabilitation and co-educational school for age group 16-30 with hearing impairment.
4. Association for Advancement and Rehabilitation of Handicapped, New Delhi: Social awareness and occupational center for persons with intellectual disability.
5. Amar Jyoti Research and Rehabilitation Center, New Delhi (formed in 1981): Organization for persons with disability.
6. Indian Red Cross Society (established in 1920): Operates around 400 branches all over India.
7. All India Blind Relief Society (formed in 1946): Coordinates with various blind institutions for welfare.
8. Artificial Limbs Manufacturing Corporation, Kanpur: Provides artificial limbs to the disabled.
9. Kamayani School for Mentally Handicapped, Pune (formed in 1964): Provides work and training for handicapped persons.
10. National Institute for the Mentally Handicapped, Secunderabad: Provides training and rehabilitation for persons with learning disability.

Teacher's Note:
a) Provide the WHO definitions/components of disability (impairment, activity limitation, participation restriction) to make the answer comprehensive.
b) List at least 5 to 6 prominent national rehabilitation institutes with their correct locations for full credit.

 

Question 6. What is meant by soft-tissue injury? Explain the role of an individual in the prevention of sports-related accidents. [8 Marks]

Answer:
Soft-tissue injury is damage to muscles, ligaments, and tendons throughout the body. Common soft tissue injuries usually occur from a sprain, strain, a one-off blow resulting in a contusion, or overuse of a particular body part, resulting in pain, swelling, bruising, and loss of function.

Basis	Sprain	Strain	Contusion
Meaning	Injury to a ligament. Classified as mild, moderate, or severe.	Injury to a muscle or tendon. Classified as mild, moderate, or severe.	Injury caused by a forceful hit by a hard object. Internal injury with no external cut or bleeding.
Signs and Symptoms	Pain, swelling, loss of movement, lack of strength at the place of injury.	Pain, swelling, loss of movement, lack of strength at the place of injury.	Swelling, pain, bluish color appears on the outer surface of the skin.
Treatment	PRICE (Protection, Rest, Ice, Compression, Elevation) and Support.	PRICE and Support. Surgery for severe strains.	PRICE protocol and heat application after 24-48 hours.

Role of various individuals in the prevention of sports-related accidents:
Things to be performed by a player:
1. Warm up properly before entering the playground.
2. Use safety equipment prescribed for a game.
3. Play the game with concentration and not carelessly.
4. Coordinate and cooperate with team members and avoid unsportsmanlike behavior.
5. Have the right frame of mind to play; avoid playing when emotionally disturbed or sad.
6. Give proper rest after an injury and undergo complete rehabilitation before playing again.
7. Learn correct skills and execute them in the right manner.
8. Do not overexert beyond limitations.
Things to be performed by a Physical Education teacher or coach:
- Conduct medical checkups for students before including them in training.
- Test performance and decide appropriate schedules.
- Start with simple skills and progress to advanced skills.
- Ensure the ground is neatly marked, leveled, and surroundings are clean.
- Divide the class into small groups to prevent overcrowding.
- Ensure a first-aid kit is carried to the ground.
- Ensure students wear proper playing kits and safety equipment.

Teacher's Note:
a) Classify soft-tissue injuries into sprain, strain, and contusion with their symptoms and treatment using the PRICE protocol.
b) Clearly distinguish the safety responsibilities of players from those of coaches/teachers.

 

Question 7. Write short notes on the following: [8 Marks]
(a) Splint
(b) Personal hygiene

Answer:
(a) Splint: A splint is a device used for support or immobilization of a limb or the spine. It is used for temporary immobilization of potentially broken bones, damaged joints, and support during activity. Splinting immobilizes injured extremities, prevents further injury, decreases pain and bleeding, and allows healing to begin. It is most commonly used during fractures, dislocations, and sprains.
- Advantages: Stabilization of extremity fractures, maintenance of anatomical positioning after joint reduction, and providing desired rest position.
- Contraindications: May become restrictive with severe swelling (extra padding required); should not be placed without prior reduction in neurovascular compromise.
(b) Personal Hygiene: It is the basic concept of cleaning and grooming and is the first step to good health. It helps protect ourselves and maintain good health. Personal hygiene habits include washing hands, brushing teeth, washing hair, keeping nails clean, and washing skin to remove sweat, dirt, and bacteria.
- Advantages: Keeps bacteria, viruses, and fungi away, protects mental health, and promotes a positive self-image.
- Disadvantages of poor hygiene: Prone to physical and mental diseases, bad body odor, and social unacceptability.

Teacher's Note:
a) Ensure both terms are covered with definitions, advantages, and key management practices.
b) For splints, mention medical indications and contraindications; for personal hygiene, list daily hygienic practices.

 

SECTION B (30 Marks)

Select any two games from this Section.
Answer any three of the five subparts (a), (b), (c), (d) and (e) from each of the two games selected by you.
Each subpart is for 5 marks.

FOOTBALL

 

Question 8.
(a) What is meant by kick-off, in the game of football? State four situations of a kick-off in the game. [5 Marks]

Answer:
Kick-off is the method of starting and, in some cases, restarting play in the game of football.
Four situations of kick-off in a game of football are:
- At the start of the match.
- After a goal has been scored.
- At the start of the second half of the match.
- At the start of each period of extra time.

Teacher's Note:
a) Define kick-off accurately as a starting or restarting procedure from the center circle.
b) List all mandatory match situations where a kick-off is utilized.

 

(b) Explain the following terms: [5 Marks]
(i) Offside
(ii) Dropped-ball

Answer:
(i) Offside: A player is in an offside position if any part of their head, body, or feet is in the opponents' half (excluding the halfway line) and closer to the opponents' goal line than both the ball and the second-last opponent. Being in an offside position is not an offence in itself unless the player becomes involved in active play by interfering with play, interfering with an opponent, or gaining an advantage.
(ii) Dropped-Ball: It is a method of restarting play when play is stopped due to reasons not covered in the Laws of the Game. The referee drops the ball for one player of the team that last touched the ball at the position where it was when play was stopped.

Teacher's Note:
a) Explain offside with reference to the second-last defender and active involvement.
b) Clearly state the procedure and purpose of a dropped-ball restart.

 

(c) Write any five duties of a referee during the game. [5 Marks]

Answer:
Five duties of a referee:
1. Enforces the Laws of the Game.
2. Controls the match in cooperation with the assistant referees.
3. Acts as timekeeper and keeps a record of the match.
4. Restarts the match after it has been stopped.
5. Takes disciplinary action against players guilty of cautionable and sending-off offences.

Teacher's Note:
a) List standard officiating responsibilities as per FIFA/rules of football.
b) Emphasize enforcement of rules and disciplinary control.

 

(d) In the game of football, what is meant by added time? State the difference between added time and extra time. [5 Marks]

Answer:
Added Time: Time allowed at the end of each half for time lost because of substitutions, injuries, disciplinary action, goal celebrations, etc.
Difference between Added Time and Extra Time:
- Added time is played at the end of each regular 45-minute half to compensate for time lost during play, whereas extra time consists of two additional periods (usually 15 minutes each) played to decide a winner in knockout matches ending in a draw.
- Added time is indicated by the fourth official, while extra time begins after a short interval following full-time.

Teacher's Note:
a) Define added time (injury time) clearly.
b) Distinguish clearly between stoppage time added during normal halves and extra time played to break ties.

 

(e) What is meant by throw-in? Explain the process of throw-in. [5 Marks]

Answer:
Throw-in: A method of restarting play awarded to the opponents of the player who last touched the ball when the whole of the ball passes over the touchline, either on the ground or in the air. A goal cannot be scored directly from a throw-in.
Process of Throw-in:
At the moment of delivering the ball, the thrower must:
- Face the field of play.
- Have part of each foot on the touchline or on the ground outside the touchline.
- Throw the ball with both hands from behind and over the head from the point where it left the field of play.

Teacher's Note:
a) State the award conditions and restriction on direct goal scoring from a throw-in.
b) Detail the exact biomechanical requirements of the throw (both hands, over the head, feet placement).

 

CRICKET

 

Question 9.
(a) Explain follow-on with reference to the game of cricket. [5 Marks]

Answer:
Follow-on: In a multi-day cricket match (such as a Test match), the side which bats first and leads by at least 200 runs has the option of requiring the other team to bat again immediately (follow-on). For shorter duration matches, the minimum leads required are: 150 runs in a 3- or 4-day match, 100 runs in a 2-day match, and 75 runs in a 1-day match.

Teacher's Note:
a) Specify the run-lead requirement (200 runs for Test matches) correctly.
b) Mention variations for matches of shorter durations.

 

(b) Mention any five occasions when the umpire calls or signals for a no-ball. [5 Marks]

Answer:
Five occasions when a no-ball is called:
1. If the bowler's front foot lands beyond the popping crease at the time of delivery.
2. If the bowler delivers the ball directly to the batsman over waist height without bouncing.
3. If the bowler bowls more than the allowable fast short-pitched bouncers in an over.
4. If the ball is thrown or delivered underarm.
5. If there are more than two fielders behind the popping crease on the on-side at the moment of delivery.

Teacher's Note:
a) List standard ICC no-ball infractions clearly.
- Include front-foot overstepping and high full-toss deliveries.

 

(c) Explain the following: [5 Marks]
(i) Sledging
(ii) IPL

Answer:
(i) Sledging: A practice by which players seek to gain a psychological advantage by insulting or verbally intimidating opponents to weaken their concentration and cause them to underperform.
(ii) IPL (Indian Premier League): A professional Twenty-20 cricket league in India contested annually by franchise teams representing Indian cities, founded by the BCCI in 2007.

Teacher's Note:
a) Define sledging as psychological verbal intimidation in cricket.
b) Provide accurate background information regarding the establishment and format of the IPL.

 

(d) Explain the techniques of wicket keeping. [5 Marks]

Answer:
Techniques of wicket keeping:
1. Footwork: Precise, small adjustments of feet to keep the head behind the ball on impact, minimizing the need for excessive diving.
2. Catching the Ball: Judging the trajectory where the ball begins to descend, positioning according to bowler speed, and receiving the ball with relaxed yet firm hands into gloves with steady eyes.
3. Stance and Balance: Crouching with weight equally distributed to enable quick movement or diving when required for edge deflections.

Teacher's Note:
a) Emphasize the importance of footwork and head position behind the ball.
b) Explain catching mechanics and stance setup.

 

(e) Mention five front foot drives played in cricket. [5 Marks]

Answer:
Five front foot drives:
1. Off Drive: Played to a ball pitched around the off-stump toward mid-off.
2. Cover Drive: Played to a ball pitched slightly wider outside the off-stump toward extra cover.
3. Straight Drive: Played straight down the ground past the bowler.
4. On Drive: Played between mid-on and mid-wicket.
5. Front Foot Cut: Played to a ball pitched wider outside the off-stump square of the wicket.

Teacher's Note:
a) List standard cricket batting strokes correctly.
b) Briefly indicate the direction or targeting area for each drive.

 

HOCKEY

 

Question 10.
(a) Draw a neat diagram of a hockey field with all its dimensions. [5 Marks]

Answer:
[Figure: Diagram of a Hockey field showing length 91.40m, width 55.0m (or 60 yards), center line, 23m lines, shooting circle, penalty spot at 6.40m, and backline dimensions as per FIH specifications]

Teacher's Note:
a) Ensure key field dimensions (length 91.40m, width 55m, shooting circle radius 14.63m) are clearly labeled.
b) Mark major lines like the 23-meter line and center line.

 

(b) When is a penalty corner awarded? Write the procedure followed for taking a penalty corner. [5 Marks]

Answer:
A Penalty Corner is Awarded:
- For an unintentional offence by a defender in the circle which does not prevent the probable scoring of a goal.
- For an intentional offence by a defender outside the circle but within the 23-meter area.
- For intentionally playing the ball over the backline by a defender.
Procedure for taking Penalty Corner: An attacker pushes the ball from a mark on the backline at least 10 meters from the goal post. Other attackers stand outside the circle, defenders stand behind the backline or in the goal, and the ball is stopped outside the circle before being hit into the goal.

Teacher's Note:
a) List precise foul conditions resulting in a penalty corner.
b) Describe the execution procedure including push from the backline and stopping outside the circle.

 

(c) Write the procedure followed for the start and the restart of a match of hockey. [5 Marks]

Answer:
Start and Restart Procedure in Hockey:
1. The match starts with a center pass taken by the team winning the toss.
2. After a goal is scored, the match restarts with a center pass taken by the team that conceded the goal.
3. After half-time, the match restarts with a center pass taken by the team that did not start the match.
4. A bully is used to restart the match when play is stopped for injury or other temporary halts without penalty award.

Teacher's Note:
a) Specify center pass rules for match commencement and after goals.
b) Explain specialized restart procedures like the bully.

 

(d) Explain the following terms: [5 Marks]
(i) Penalty corner
(ii) Dribbling

Answer:
(i) Penalty Corner: A set-piece awarded to the attacking team for fouls committed by defenders inside the shooting circle or intentional fouls within the 23-meter area, taken from the backline.
(ii) Dribbling: Moving with the ball in possession using the stick while protecting it and maneuvering into open space.

Teacher's Note:
a) Define penalty corner rules and positioning.
b) Explain stickwork involved in hockey dribbling.

 

(e) Mention any five duties of a referee during the game. [5 Marks]

Answer:
Five duties of a hockey referee:
1. Enforce the rules and impose penalties for infractions.
2. Keep time and record goals scored.
3. Consult with umpires/linesmen on disputed decisions.
4. Inspect equipment before the match.
5. Stop and restart the match as required.

Teacher's Note:
a) Highlight supervisory and disciplinary duties of referees.
b) Mention equipment inspection and rule enforcement.

 

BASKETBALL

 

Question 11.
(a) List any five duties of a referee. [5 Marks]

Answer:
Five duties of a basketball referee:
1. Inspect and approve all equipment before the game.
2. Designate the official game clock and shot clock.
3. Administer jump balls and throw-ins.
4. Make final decisions when officials disagree.
5. Examine and sign the score sheet at the end of the game.

Teacher's Note:
a) List administrative and on-court refereeing duties.
b) Emphasize rule jurisdiction and score verification.

 

(b) Explain the following terms: [5 Marks]
(1) Travelling
(ii) Bounce pass

Answer:
(i) Travelling: A violation caused by illegally moving the pivot foot or taking too many steps without dribbling the ball.
(ii) Bounce Pass: Passing the ball by bouncing it on the floor so that it reaches the receiver at waist height.

Teacher's Note:
a) Define travelling based on pivot foot movement rules.
b) Describe bounce pass execution.

 

(c) Mention any five occasions when the game clock is stopped during the game. [5 Marks]

Answer:
Five occasions when the game clock stops:
1. Time expires at the end of a period.
2. An official blows a whistle while the ball is live.
3. A time-out is granted.
4. A basket is scored in the last 2 minutes of the fourth period or extra period.
5. A shot clock violation occurs.

Teacher's Note:
a) Specify official whistle stops and time-out conditions.
b) Mention the rule regarding clock stoppage after baskets in the final minutes.

 

(d) List the equipment used in the game of basketball. [5 Marks]

Answer:
Equipment used in basketball:
1. Backstop units (backboards, rings, nets)
2. Basketballs
3. Game clock and scoreboard
4. Shot clock
5. Score sheets and foul markers

Teacher's Note:
a) List both structural equipment (backboards, rings) and operational gear (shot clocks, score sheets).
b) Ensure standard FIBA terminology is used.

 

(e) Write any five skills a basketball player should possess. [5 Marks]

Answer:
Five essential skills in basketball:
1. Dribbling: Advancing the ball by bouncing it on the floor.
2. Shooting: Scoring points by throwing the ball through the hoop.
3. Passing: Moving the ball between teammates.
4. Rebounding: Securing the ball after a missed shot.
5. Footwork and Pivoting: Controlling body movement legally without traveling.

Teacher's Note:
a) Identify core offensive and defensive skills.
b) Provide brief definitions for each fundamental skill.

 

VOLLEYBALL

 

Question 12.
(a) Draw a neat diagram of a volleyball court. Mark the zones and the positions of the players. [5 Marks]

Answer:
[Figure: Diagram of a volleyball court showing dimensions 18m x 9m, center line, attack line 3m from the center, front zone, back zone, and positions of players 1 to 6]

Teacher's Note:
a) Label court dimensions (18m length, 9m width) and the 3m attack line.
b) Indicate player positions (1 to 6) correctly.

 

(b) Write the basic equipment used by volleyball players. [5 Marks]

Answer:
Basic equipment for volleyball players:
1. Jersey, shorts, and socks (uniform)
2. Light sport shoes with rubber soles without heels
3. Knee pads and protective gear
4. Numbered jerseys with visible front and back numbers

Teacher's Note:
a) List apparel and protective gear.
b) Mention footwear and numbering specifications.

 

(c) Explain the following terms: [5 Marks]
(i) Libero
(ii) Screening

Answer:
(i) Libero: A specialist defensive back-row player wearing a contrasting uniform who cannot serve, block, or attack the ball above net height.
(ii) Screening: An illegal action by the serving team hiding the server and flight path of the ball from opponents using arm movements or positioning.

Teacher's Note:
a) Explain Libero restrictions and unique jersey requirements.
b) Define screening as a service fault.

 

(d) Write five duties of the captain of a volleyball team. [5 Marks]

Answer:
Five duties of a volleyball captain:
1. Sign the score sheet before the match and participate in the toss.
2. Act as the game captain on the court.
3. Request time-outs and substitutions in the coach's absence.
4. Check scores and sign the score sheet at the end of the match.
5. Request equipment checks or ball changes.

Teacher's Note:
a) Highlight pre-match, in-game, and post-match captain responsibilities.
b) Mention communication duties with referees.

 

(e) Explain the procedure to be followed when a match is interrupted by bad weather or dim light. [5 Marks]

Answer:
Procedure during weather interruptions:
1. The first referee, organizer, and control committee decide measures to re-establish conditions.
2. If resumed on the same court, the interrupted set continues normally with the same score and player positions.
3. If resumed on another court, the interrupted set is canceled and replayed.
4. If total interruptions exceed 4 hours, the whole match is replayed.

Teacher's Note:
a) Specify authority responsible for interruption decisions.
b) Outline rules for match resumption versus complete replay.

 

TENNIS

 

Question 13.
(a) Draw a neat diagram of a tennis racket with all its specifications. [5 Marks]

Answer:
[Figure: Diagram of a tennis racket showing head, handle, balance point, and standard length dimensions approx 27 inches]

Teacher's Note:
a) Draw a well-proportioned racket labeling the head, throat, handle, and balance point.
b) Mention approximate standard dimensions.

 

(b) Write any five duties of a referee. [5 Marks]

Answer:
Five duties of a tennis referee:
1. Settle disputes between players.
2. Give final verdicts on court suitability and safety.
3. Enforce match start times and issue penalties for delays.
4. Ensure proper official attire.
5. Oversee overall tournament officiating conduct.

Teacher's Note:
a) List tournament refereeing and dispute resolution duties.
b) Emphasize safety and scheduling enforcement.

 

(c) Explain the following: [5 Marks]
(i) Deuce
(ii) Half volley

Answer:
(i) Deuce: A score of 40-40 in a game where a player must win two consecutive points to win the game.
(ii) Half Volley: A stroke played immediately after the ball bounces on the court before it reaches the peak of its bounce.

Teacher's Note:
a) Define deuce scoring mechanics.
b) Explain half-volley execution timing.

 

(d) State any five instances when a player loses a point during the game. [5 Marks]

Answer:
Five instances of losing a point in tennis:
1. Serving two consecutive faults.
2. Failing to return the ball before it bounces twice.
3. Returning the service before it bounces.
4. Touching the net with the racket or body during play.
5. Hitting the ball out of bounds.

Teacher's Note:
a) List common rules violations resulting in point loss.
b) Include service faults and ball-bounce infractions.

 

(e) (i) Name four important tournaments of tennis. [5 Marks]
(ii) Expand the following:
(1) ATF
(2) NLTA

Answer:
(i) Four Grand Slam Tennis Tournaments:
- Australian Open
- French Open
- Wimbledon
- US Open
(ii) Expansions:
(1) ATF: Asian Tennis Federation
(2) NLTA: National Lawn Tennis Association

Teacher's Note:
a) List the four major Grand Slam tournaments.
b) Provide correct expansions for tennis governing bodies.

 

BADMINTON

 

Question 14.
(a) Draw a neat diagram of a badminton court with all its specifications. [5 Marks]

Answer:
[Figure: Diagram of a badminton court showing dimensions 13.40m x 6.10m, short service line 1.98m from net, center line, and back service lines]

Teacher's Note:
a) Label court dimensions and key lines (short service line, center line).
b) Distinguish singles and doubles court boundaries.

 

(b) Explain the scoring system in the game of badminton. [5 Marks]

Answer:
Badminton Scoring System:
- Every time there is a serve, a point is scored (rally point system).
- A match consists of the best of 3 games of 21 points each.
- If the score reaches 20-20, the side that gains a 2-point lead wins that game. If it reaches 29-29, the side scoring the 30th point wins.

Teacher's Note:
a) Explain the rally-point scoring system.
b) Mention game point limits and setting rules.

 

(c) Explain the following terms: [5 Marks]
(i) Short service line
(ii) Back gallery
(iii) Footfault
(iv) Love all
(v) Rotation

Answer:
(i) Short Service Line: The line 1.98 meters from the net that a serve must reach.
(ii) Back Gallery: The outer boundary line at the back of the court for doubles.
(iii) Foot Fault: Illegal positioning of feet during service execution.
(iv) Love All: A score of 0-0 at the start of a game.
(v) Rotation: The positional shift of players in doubles after winning service.

Teacher's Note:
a) Define court lines and scoring terminology accurately.
b) Explain service rules and foot faults.

 

(d) Write a short note on each of the following: [5 Marks]
(i) Thomas Cup
(ii) Uber Cup

Answer:
(i) Thomas Cup: The premier international men's team badminton championship held biennially.
(ii) Uber Cup: The premier international women's team badminton championship held biennially.

Teacher's Note:
a) Define Thomas Cup as the men's world team championship.
b) Define Uber Cup as the women's world team championship.

 

(e) Expand the following: [5 Marks]
(i) BWF
(ii) SGFI
(iii) BAI
(iv) IBF
(v) IBL

Answer:
(i) BWF: Badminton World Federation
(ii) SGFI: School Games Federation of India
(iii) BAI: Badminton Association of India
(iv) IBF: International Badminton Federation (now BWF)
(v) IBL: Indian Badminton League

Teacher's Note:
a) Provide exact expansions for sports federations.
b) Ensure spelling accuracy for acronyms.

 

SWIMMING

 

Question 15.
(a) List the equipment used in swimming competitions. [5 Marks]

Answer:
Equipment used in swimming:
1. Swimsuit
2. Goggles and swim cap
3. Earplugs and nose clips
4. Training boards and pull buoys
5. Stopwatches and starting blocks

Teacher's Note:
a) List personal gear and officiating equipment.
b) Ensure standard swimming terminology is used.

 

(b) What is false start rope? [5 Marks]

Answer:
False Start Rope (Recall Rope): A rope suspended across the pool width that drops to stop swimmers in the event of a false start, preventing wasted energy.

Teacher's Note:
a) Define purpose and mechanics of the false start rope.
b) Explain placement across racing pools.

 

(c) List any five swimming events. [5 Marks]

Answer:
Five swimming events:
1. 100 m Freestyle
2. 100 m Backstroke
3. 100 m Butterfly
4. 100 m Breaststroke
5. 4 x 50 m Freestyle Relay

Teacher's Note:
a) List standard competitive swimming strokes and distances.
b) Include individual and relay events.

 

(d) Explain the following: [5 Marks]
(i) Control room supervisor
(ii) Individual medley

Answer:
(i) Control Room Supervisor: Official responsible for overseeing timing equipment, recording results, and managing technical staff.
(ii) Individual Medley: A swimming race where the swimmer uses all four strokes (butterfly, backstroke, breaststroke, freestyle) in equal proportions.

Teacher's Note:
a) Define administrative and technical supervisory roles.
b) Specify stroke order for individual medley.

 

(e) Write a short note on FINA. [5 Marks]

Answer:
FINA (Fédération Internationale de Natation): The international governing body for aquatic sports founded in 1908, responsible for organizing international competitions and establishing rules for swimming, diving, water polo, and synchronized swimming.

Teacher's Note:
a) Mention foundation year and global governing role.
b) List aquatic disciplines controlled by FINA.

 

ATHLETICS

 

Question 16.
(a) List the events of Decathlon and Heptathlon, in athletics. [5 Marks]

Answer:
- Decathlon (10 events for men): 100m, Long jump, Shot put, High jump, 400m, 110m hurdles, Discus throw, Pole vault, Javelin throw, 1500m.
- Heptathlon (7 events for women outdoor): 100m hurdles, High jump, Shot put, 200m, Long jump, Javelin throw, 800m.

Teacher's Note:
a) Distinguish men's decathlon events from women's heptathlon events.
b) List all constituent track and field disciplines accurately.

 

(b) Draw a neat diagram of a discus throw sector, with all its specifications. [5 Marks]

Answer:
[Figure: Diagram of discus throw circle (diameter 2.50m), protective cage, and landing sector with 34.92 degree angle lines]

Teacher's Note:
a) Label circle diameter (2.50m) and sector angle (34.92 degrees).
b) Show throwing cage position.

 

(c) Explain the event high jump. Write the different techniques used in high jump. [5 Marks]

Answer:
High Jump: A field event where athletes jump unaided over a horizontal bar placed at measured heights without knocking it down.
Techniques used in high jump:
1. Scissor Jump
2. Eastern Cut-off
3. Western Roll
4. Straddle Jump
5. Fosbury Flop

Teacher's Note:
a) Define high jump rules (taking off from one foot).
b) List historical and modern jumping techniques.

 

(d) Mention five important duties of a referee, in Athletics. [5 Marks]

Answer:
Five duties of an athletics referee:
1. Supervise competition and enforce rules.
2. Warn or disqualify athletes for unsporting behavior.
3. Overrule decisions of judges if necessary.
4. Check and approve final results.
5. Authority to order events to be re-run if justice demands.

Teacher's Note:
a) Outline supervisory and disciplinary powers of athletics referees.
b) Mention authority regarding result verification and re-competition.

 

(e) Explain the following terms: [5 Marks]
(i) Baton
(ii) Marathon
(iii) Hurdling
(iv) Take-off area
(v) Approach run

Answer:
(i) Baton: A hollow tube passed between runners in relay races.
(ii) Marathon: A long-distance running event of 42.195 km.
(iii) Hurdling: Running and jumping over a series of obstacles (hurdles) set at fixed intervals.
(iv) Take-off Area: The designated ground zone from which an athlete launches for a jump.
(v) Approach Run: The initial acceleration run before taking off for a jump or throw.

Teacher's Note:
a) Define athletics terms clearly with precise measurements where applicable (Marathon distance).
b) Explain technical zones like take-off areas and approach runs.