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Class XII – Physical Education – Paper 1

SECTION – A

1. ldentify the Asana shown in the image below.

(a) Matsyasana

(b) Tadasana

(c) Shalabhasana

(d) Katichakrasana

Ans. (d) Katichakrasana

2. The tendency to be talkative, sociable and to enjoy other’s moments or the tendency to have a dominant style is a/an

(a) Openness

(b) Neuroticism

(c) Agreeableness

(d) Extroversion

Ans. (d) Extroversion

3. From the following flexibility training methods, which one is the most effective in improving the range of motion in specific joints?

(o) Dynamic stretching

(b) Static stretching

(c) Balistic stretching

(d) Proprioceptive neuromuscular facilitation

Ans. (d) Proprioceptive neuromuscular facilitation

4. A person having traits of both introvert and extrovert is known as:

(a) Mesomorph

(b) Extroversion

(c) Ambivert

(d) Endomorph

Ans. (c) Ambivert

5. Given below are the two statements, one of which is labelled as Assertion (A) and the other is labelled as Reason (R).

Assertion (A): Ectomorphs are individuals with short arms and legs.

Reason (R): Emotional stability is an essential part of an individual’s personality.

In the context of the above two statements, which one of the following is correct?

(a) Both (A) and (R) are true and (R) is the correct explanation of (A).

(b) Both (A) and (R) are true and (R) is not the correct explanation of (A).

(c) (A) is true but (R) is false.

(d) (A) is false but (R) is true.

Ans. (d) (A) is false but (R) is true.

6. Given below is the tournament fixture of six teams.

Which of the following could be the possible drawback of the method used to draw the above depicted fixture?

(a) It does not indicate e the number of rounds to be played.

(b) The team may be eliminated by chance and will not get another chance to play.

(c) Both (a) and (b)

(d) Neither (a) nor (b)

Ans. (a) It does not indicate e the number of rounds to be played.

7. Which of these are the types of the isotonic contraction?

(a) Elasticity and extensibility

(b) Concentric and eccentric

(c) Both (a) and (b)

(d) None of these

Ans. (b) Concentric and eccentric

8. A greenstick fracture occurs when a bone bends and cracks, instead of breaking completely into separate pieces. It occurs most often during:

(a) Infancy and childhood

(b) Adolescence and adulthood

(c) Middle and old age

(d) None of these

Ans. (a) Infancy and childhood

9. What is the formula to determine the number of matches in a league fixture for even number of teams?

(a) N + 2/2

(b) N – ½

(c) N (N – 1)/2

(d) N (N + 1)/2

Ans. (c) N (N – 1)/2

10. Match list I with list ll and select the correct option from the codes given below:

Codes:

(a) (A)-(iii); (B)-(iv); (C)-(i); (D)-(ii)

(b) (A)-(iv); (B)-(iii); (C)-(ii); (D)-(i)

(c) (A)-(ii); (B)-(i); (C)-(iv); (D)-(iii)

(d) (A)-(i); (B)-(ii); (C)-(iii); (D)-(iv)

Ans. (b) (A)-(iv); (B)-(iii); (C)-(ii); (D)-(i)

11. Hunchback is also known as:

(a) Sway back

(b) Round back

(c) Scoliosis

(d) None of these

Ans. (b) Round back

12. Fine motor development is involved in which of the following activities:

(a) sitting

(b) walking

(c) standing

(d) catching a ball

Ans. (d) catching a ball

13. Which of the following spinal curvatures is typically characterized by an increased anterior convexity of thoracic spine?

(a) Lordosis

(b) Scoliosis

(c) Kyphosis

(d) Spondylolisthesis

Ans. (c) Kyphosis

14. What is the height of the box used by boys in Harvard step test?

(a) 16 inch

(b) 18 inch

(c) 20 inch

(d) 22 inch

Ans. (c) 20 inch

15. Match column-l with column-ll and select the correct option from the codes given below:

Codes:

(a) (A)-(iv); (B)-(iii); (C)-(ii): (D)-(i)

(b) (A)-(iii); (B)-(iv); (C)-(ii): (D)-(i)

(c) (A)-(i); (B)-(ii); (C)-(iv): (D)-(iii)

(d) (A)-(ii); (B)-(i); (C)-(iii): (D)-(iv)

Ans. (b) (A)-(iii); (B)-(iv); (C)-(ii): (D)-(i)

16. The ability to react effectively to a signal is called:

(a) Adaption ability

(b) Reaction ability

(c) Coupling ability

(d) Orientation ability

Ans. (b) Reaction ability

17. Given below are two statements, one of which is labelled as Assertion (A) and the other is labelled as Reason (R).

Assertion (A): Every action has an equal and opposite reaction.

Reason (R): This is Newton’s second law of motion.

Which one of the following statements is correct?

(a) Both (A) and (R) are true and (R) is the correct explanation of (A).

(b) Both (A) and (R) are true but (R) is not the correct explanation of (A).

(c) (A) is true but (R) is false.

(d) (A) is false but (R) is true.

Ans. (c) (A) is true but (R) is false.

18. The ability to determine and change the position and movements of the body in time and space in relation to a definite field of action is:

(a) Coupling ability

(b) Differentiation ability

(c) Orientation ability

(d) None of these

Ans. (c) Orientation ability

SECTION –B

19. Explain any two types of coordinative abilities.

Ans. Coordination is the ability to repeatedly execute a sequence of movement smoothly and accurately. Coordinative abilities primarily depend upon the central nervous system. There are various types of coordinative abilities:

(1) Adaptive ability: The capacity of a person to change the movement on the basis of predicted changes. This ability is achieved after mastering the skills.

(2) Reaction ability: The ability to respond quickly to a given stimulus and execute well directed action following a signal ex. Gunshot in 10 m, chaser in kho-kho, etc.

(3) Orientation ability: The skill of determining and changing the position of the bods in a complex situation. This helps in moving the body with accuracy. Eg. Defending an opponent in basketball; the position is changed according to the movement of the opponent.

20. Write in brief about any two types of impairments stated by IPC.

Ans. Types of impairments stated by IPC are as follows:

(1) Impaired muscle power: The force produced by muscles, such as those of one leg, one side of the bods, or the lower half of the body, is lessened with impairments in this category. For example, post-polio syndrome, spina bifida, and spinal cord injury.

(2) Impaired passive range of movement: The range of motion in one or more joints is systematically decreased. Acute illnesses like arthritis are excluded from this group.

(3) Loss of limb or limb deficiency: Bones or joints that are completely or partially absent as a result of injury, sickness, or congenital limb deficiencies such as dysmelia and amputation.

21. Mention any two points to explain the significances of biomechanics in sports.

Ans. Biomechanics plays a significant role in the field of physical education. With the help of this, sports person can achieve their goals easily. Let us understand the importance or biomechanics:

(1) Improves performance in sportspersons: The major goal of biomechanics is to improve performance of sports person in given sport or physical exercise. For example, the correct biomechanics of running allows athletes to carry out regular physical exercise for long enough periods of time without being seriously limited by injuries and their consequences.

(2) Enhances the techniques: In sporting events, technique is the major factor of performance. Sports technique is a physical action of an athlete which leads to the best possible execution of a physical motion in conformity with a required task in o given sporting event. Improvement of technique with the help of biomechanics can be used by teachers and coaches to correct the motion of athletes.

(3) Helps to develop better sports equipment: Advanced sport equipments give advantage to both elite and recreational athletes. For example, on introduction of the new vaulting equipment (vaulting table) after the 2000 Olympics represents the most substantial transition in the development of gymnastics in the last decades. New vaulting equipment allows gymnasts to produce bigger angular momentum and thus, to execute more complex vaults with multiple rotations around horizontal and vertical axes. Hence, biomechanics helps in developing better and high-quality sports equipment.

22. Describe the various which reactions of an athlete can be classified as aggression and assertive behaviors?

Ans. Aggression entails behaviors meant to harm or intimidate opponents, that is honestly adverse to the spirit of competition. This will manifest in numerous forms, such as bodily violence, verbal abuse, or maybe device manipulation. For instance, a player who deliberately trips an opponent or delivers a malicious foul exhibits hostile aggression.

Alternatively, assertiveness is an advantageous force that drives athletes to excel It entails a centered intensity, dedication and a confident demeanor. Assertive athletes play tough inside the rules, expressing their competitive spirit without resorting to dangerous procedures.

It is important to differentiate between these two behaviors. While assertiveness can decorate overall performance and foster a positive sporting environment, aggression can lead to consequences, injuries, and a negative reputation for both the individual and the sport.

23. Explain briefly any two types of disabilities.

Ans. Types of disabilities are:

(1) Cognitive disability: It generally refers to anyone with lower than average intellectual functioning. A person who has a cognitive disability has trouble in performing mental tasks that an average person would be able to do.

(2) Intellectual disability: It is a disability characterized by significant limitations in both intellectual functioning (learning. problem solving or judgment) and in adaptive behavior (communication). This disability originates before the age of 18.

(3) Physical disability: It is a long-term loss or impairment of a part of the body’s physical functions. It can involve difficulties in mobility. sitting. standing, use of arms and hands, sight, speech, etc.

24. Define flatfoot and explain the physical activities that can be undertaken to correct flatfoot deformity.

Ans. Flat foot (also called fallen arches) is a postural deformity in which the arches of the foot collapse, with the entire sole of the foot coming into complete or near-Complete contact with the ground. Corrective exercises for flat foot deformity:

(1) Jumping/walking on toes: In this, you have to jump/walk on your toes. It is a pattern where an individual jumps/walks on the balls of their feet instead of their heels touching the ground.

(2) Use good quality shoes: Wear shoes which have proper arch support. Avoid wearing high heels.

(3) Standing on toes or heels: Standing on toes is also a very good exercise for flat foot as when you stand on toes or heels, it stretches your tendons in ankles and feet.

While doing this exercise, keep the surface smooth and your body balanced.

SECTION – C

25. What are the different sources of fats? Describe the various functions of fats.

Ans. Fat is one of the essential parts of our diet It is helpful in absorbing fat soluble vitamins such as vitamins A, D, E and K. Fat also supplies energy to the bods.

Sources of fat: We can get fat from two types of sources: Animal products and plant products. Animal products include meat, egg. fish, milk, ghee, butter and curd, whereas plant products include dry fruits, coconut, soyabean, food grains, mustard oil cotton seeds, etc.

Functions of fat:

(1) It provides heat and energy to the body.

(2) It helps in regulation of body temperature.

(3) Protects us from the external effects of hot and cold temperature.

(4) Boosts brain functioning.

26. Discuss the various types of tournaments.

Ans. Various types of tournaments are:

(1) Knock-out tournament: In this type of tournament, a team once defeated gets eliminated. Only the winners continue in the competition. It is a fast method to know about the winning team in the tournament.

Types:

(1) Single knock-out

(2) Consolation tournament type-l

(3) Consolation tournament type-ll

(2) League or Round robin tournament: League tournament is also called Round robin tournament. In league tournament, all the teams are treated at par. One team has to play with all other teams irrespective of victory or defeat.

Types:

(1) Single league

(2) Double league.

(4) Double knock-out.

(3) Combination tournament: Combination tournaments are conducted when the matches are to be played on group basis or zonal basis.

Types:

(1) Knock-out cum knock-out tournament

(2) Knock-out cum league tournament

(3) League cum knock-out tournament

(4) League cum league tournament

(4) Challenge tournament: In this type of tournament, there are one to one contest or there are two players on each side. One player challenges the other and the other player accepts the challenge. Games in such tournaments are held like – Boxing. Tennis, Table Tennis, Badminton, etc.

Types:

(1) Ladder tournament

(2) Pyramid tournament

(3) Cobweb tournament.

27. What is personality? Explain the dimensions of personality?

Ans. Personality is an individual’s unique and relatively unchanging psychological characteristics and behavioral patterns. In other words, personality refers to the consistency in who you are, have been, and will become. It also refers to the special blend of talents, attitudes, values, hopes, loves, hates, and habits that makes each of us a unique person.

Dimensions of personality:

(1) Physical dimension: It is based on the fact that the first impression is the last impression.

In fact, physical dimension is related to good appearance, good physique, good health, and good height of an individual. It is the first impression of an individual’s personality, his body and intellectual abilities. (2) Mental dimension: If an individual has good mental ability then only his/her personality will be counted as good personality: eg. There are many intellectual persons whose personality is counted as good personality, although they may not have good physique but they have extraordinary mental and intellectual qualities.

(3) Social dimension: A good personality is sociable and socializing, character, morality, etiquettes, manners, work ethics, friendliness, good attitude, helpful nature, cooperation, sympathy and kindness, etc., are qualities or traits which are essential for sound personality.

(4) Emotional dimension: Emotional dimension is related to emotional stability. To have emotional stability is an essential aspect of one’s personality. It means that one must have proper control over various emotions such as fear, anger, disgust, distress, amusement, happiness, etc. in different situations. For example, many sportsmen who do not have emotional control over their personality will not be counted as a good personality although they have good physical, mental and social base.

28. Discuss about the measurement of flexibility and muscular endurance test.

Ans. (1) Sit and reach test for flexibility:

Aim: To measure flexibility of lower back and hamstrings.

Equipment required: Box, metre, ruler, tape, mat

Procedure:

(1) Remove shoes and sit on the floor with knees fully extended, feet shoulder width apart, and soles of the feet held flat against the end of the box.

(2) With hands on top of each other, palms down, and legs held flat, the student reaches along the measuring line as far as possible.

(3) After three practice reaches, the fourth reach is held while the distance is recorded.

(4) The purpose is to reach as forward as possible.

Scoring: The distance is recorded in centimeters.

(2) Partial curl up for muscular endurance:

Aim: To measure abdominal strength and endurance.

Equipment required: Flat surface, Mat

Procedure:

(1) Lie on the bock with knees bent and the feet at about 12 inches from the buttocks.

(2) The arms are extended and kept at side.

(3) The student slowly lifts the shoulder and truck upwards to around 30 degrees and touches his/ her knees with the hands.

Scoring: Record the number of correctly performed curl-ups within the given time limit.

Rules:

(1) Only one trial is permitted.

(2) Allow the subject to warm up prior to the trials.

29. Discuss the various types of movements in joints with the help of examples.

Ans. There are various types of movements of bods ports, which can be divided into four types, ie., gliding and angular movements, circumduction and rotation and a few other movements.

(1) Gliding movements: It is the simplest kind of movement that can take place in a joint; one surface gliding or moving over another without any angular or rotatory movement.

E.g. Joint of the carpal and tarsal bones.

(2) Angular movement: Angular movement occurs between long bones. With angular movement, the angle between the two bones increases or decreases. The various movements which falls under angular movement are described below:

(i) Flexion: It means bending a part at a joint so that the angle between them decreases and parts come closer together. Eg. Bending the lower limb at the knee.

(ii) Extension: It means straightening a part so that the angle between them increases and the part moves farther apart. Eg. Straightening the lower limb at the knee.

(iii) Abduction: It means moving a part away from the midline. Eg. Lifting the upper limb horizontally to form a right angle with the side of the body.

(iv) Adduction: It means moving a part towards the midline. Eg. Returning the upper limb from the horizontal position to the side of the body.

30. What is league tournament? Draw a fixture of 9 teams participating in league tournament.

Ans. In this type of tournament, each team plays with every other team once, if it a single league tournament and each team plays with every other team twice, if it is a double league tournament. It is also called round robin tournament.

Fixture of 9 teams:

SECTION – D

31.

(A) The person in the middle image is suffering from:

(a) Rickets

(b) Flatfoot

(c) Knock knees

(d) Elephant foot

Ans. (c) Knock knees

(B) From the pictures shown above, the deformity seen on the left is caused due to deficiency of:

(a) Iron

(b) Calcium

(c) Vit-D

(d) Both (b) and (c)

Ans. (d) Both (b) and (c)

(C) Walking on the inner edge of the feet can be a remedy for ___________

(a) Bow legs

(b) Flat foot

(c) Overweight

(d) Leg deformity

Ans. (a) Bow legs

(D) Horse-riding is the best exercise for treating ____________deformity.

(a) Knock knees

(b) Bow legs

(c) Flat foot

(d) All of the above

Ans. (a) Knock knees

32. Mr. Sujeet, whose age is 64 years, worked as a civil engineer in a construction firm. As part of his job he had to walk and climb a lot. After retirement, he stays with his son and spends time with his

grandchildren. These days, he is facing problems in performing some chores which demand physical movement.

(A) Which of the following tests would you recommend to check Mr. Sujeet’s fitness?

(a) Harvard step test

(b) Rikli and Jones test

(c) AAHPERD test

(d) Rock port test

Ans. (b) Rikli and Jones test

(B) How many series of tests are there in the prescribed fitness test for Mr. Sujeet?

(a) 8

(b) 6

(c) 5

(d) 4

Ans. (b) 6

(C) Chair sit and reach test is done to check

(a) Agility

(b) Speed

(c) Flexibility

(d) Strength

Ans. (c) Flexibility

(D) The eight foot up and go test is performed to assess _____________

(a) Agility

(b) Endurance

(c) Speed

(d) Strength

Ans. (a) Agility

33.

(A) The bottom most part of the food pyramid in the shown image is occupied by ____________, indicating large quantities of intake

(a) carbohydrates

(b) vitamins

(c) minerals

(d) fats

Ans. (a) carbohydrates

(B) Major portion of an individual diet constitutes _____________

(a) macro nutrients

(b) micro nutrients

(c) water

(d) roughage

Ans. (a) macro nutrients

(C) ______________ are fat soluble vitamins.

(a) Vitamin A and D

(b) Vitamin A and K

(c) Vitamin E and D

(d) Vitamin A, D, E and K

Ans. (d) Vitamin A, D, E and K

(D) Which of the following is a body building nutrient?

(a) Fat

(b) vitamin

(c) protein

(d) mineral

Ans. (c) protein

SECTION – E

34. What is the meaning of tournament? Draw a knockout fixture for 27 teams.

Ans. Tournament is a competition for teams or single players in which a series of matches are played, and the winners of each match play against each other until only one winner is left.

Knock-out fixture for 27 teams:

35. How does physical activities reshape your muscles over time? Discuss the immediate and long-term effects of exercise on the muscular system.

Ans. Exercise, particularly strength training damages muscle fibers on a microscopic level, thereby encouraging the development of new muscle. Over time, the growth and repair processes initiated by this damage result in larger and stronger muscles. Immediate and long-term effects of exercise on muscular system are as follows:

(1) Immediate or Short-Term Effects:

(i) Increased Blood Flow: During exercise, muscles require more oxygen and nutrients, which increases blood flow to the working muscles. This is why our muscles might feel warmer and appear more engorged with blood during a workout.

(ii) Muscle Contraction and Fatigue: Exercise causes muscles to contract more intensely than they do during rest. This can lead to temporary muscle fatigue and a buildup of metabolic byproducts, like lactic acid, which can cause a burning sensation.

(iii) Hormonal Response: Physical activity stimulates the release of hormones like adrenaline. cortisol, and growth hormone, which help to manage the immediate demands of exercise and promote temporary changes in muscle function.

(iv) Increased Muscle Temperature: Exercise raises the temperature of your muscles, which can enhance enzyme activity and improve the efficiency of muscle contractions during the workout.

(2) Long-Term Effects:

(i) Muscle Hypertrophy: With regular resistance training muscle fibers experience hypertrophy which is an increase in muscle size. This occurs as a result of the muscle fibers increasing in diameter and the formation of new muscle proteins in response to the stress placed on them

(i) Improved Muscle Strength and Endurance: Over time, muscles adapt to increased loads and demands by becoming stronger and more resistant to fatigue. This involves changes at the cellular level, including increased synthesis of muscle proteins and enhanced capacity for energy production.

(iii) Enhanced Muscle Fiber Recruitment: Long-term training improves the ability of the nervous system to recruit more muscle fibers, including those that are less active during low-intensity exercise. This enhances overall muscle performance.

(iv) Increased Mitochondrial Density: Endurance exercise in particular leads to an increase in the number of mitochondria within muscle cells. Mitochondria are the powerhouses of the cell, and more of them improve the muscle’s ability to produce energy aerobically.

36. What are the steps which should be taken to improve women’s participation in sports in India?

Ans. Steps that should be ta ken to improve women’s participation in sports in India are:

(1) Equality in society: Our society does not accept females equal and important port of society. Female participation is either completely banned or there is less participation of women in our country.

(2) Motivation from parents: Parents play an important role in women’s participation in sports. They should be counseled, motivated and encouraged to make women participate sports activities. 7

(3) Encouragement from teachers and coaches: Teachers and coaches play an important role in women’s participation in sports. Girls should be encouraged by their teachers and coaches to participate in sports activities.

(4) Respect in society: If women get valuable respect in society. then their participation can be increased.

(5) Emphasis on girls’ education: Lack of girl’s education is one of the major reasons for less participation. In rural areas, people are still against women’s education, which should be increased.

(6) Media support: In India, media does not support women. Thus, due to lack of representation, they don’t feel motivated to participate in sports.

(7) Safety rules: In India, women are not safe. They face many problems like eve-teasing unethical remarks, rubbish comments, etc. Thus, they do not want to participate in sports.

(8) Women coaches: In India, there are less number of female coaches. Women do not feel comfortable in the company of male coaches. Thus, there is a need of more female coaches to increase the participation of women in sports.

(9) Need to improve self-confidence: Women have lower confidence than men. Self-confidence is necessary for any competition. Although some women enjoy the competitive element of sports but many are turned off from sports because it is competitive.

(10) Financial aid from government: In our country. financial aid and scholarship are not sufficient to develop sports infrastructure for female participation in sports. This should also increase.

37. What is lordosis? What are the causes of this problem and how can we treat this deformity?

Ans. Lordosis: It is a problem in lumbar spine. It is a postural deformity in which the spine bends from the stomach and leans forward. Thus, the abdomen is ahead of the body and shoulder comes outward and side ward. This is also called hollow back.

Causes of lordosis:

(1) Obesity

(2) Lack of exercise

(3) Unbalanced diet

(4) Lack of exercise

(5) Improper development of muscles

(6) Giving birth to many children

(7) Diseases of spinal muscles

(8) Improper environment

(9) Wrong postural habits

Remedies:

(1) Toe-touching should be done at least 10 times a day.

(2) Perform sit ups daily.

(3) Stand straight and touch your feet with hands.

(4) Halasana and Paschimottanasana should be performed daily.