Physical Education (Option) – Year 11 – Secondary – 2017 Page 1 of 13

DIRECTORATE FOR QUALITY AND STANDARDS IN EDUCATION

Department of Curriculum Management

Educational Assessment Unit

Annual Examinations for Secondary Schools 2017

YEAR 11 PHYSICAL EDUCATION (OPTION) TIME: 1h 30min

Name: _____________________________________ Class: _______________

Section A Section B Section C Section D TOTAL MARK

THEORY PAPER

(80) 16 16 36 12

40%

THEORY

PAPER

45%

PRACTICAL

(CHOOSE 3)

15%

PORTFOLIO

100%

FINAL

SCORE

ATHLETICS

(15%)

GAMES

(15%)

GYM/DANCE

(15%)

SWIMMING

(15%)

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Section A – Movement and Physical Activities [16 marks].

Answer question 1 (Skill Acquisition) and choose THREE questions from 2 to 8 in Section A.

Answer ALL parts of the chosen question.

1.

a

b

c

Skill Acquisition

Underline the statement which shows an example of intrinsic feedback.

A. A video playback of a shot put throw shown to an athlete.

B. The coach praises a player whenever a skill is performed well.

C. The feeling that a dancer gets when s/he has performed well.

D. A crowd cheering a team after scoring a goal.

In the table below classify the following skills under the appropriate column.

tennis serve running javelin throw jumping

Basic (Simple) Skills Complex Skills

State ONE reason why sport rules are changed at times.

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[1]

[2]

[1]

2.

a

b

c

i

i

i

ii

Athletics

Mention TWO short distance running events.

______________________________ ii _______________________________

The Fosbury flop is one of the techniques used in the high jump. Name TWO other

types of high jump techniques.

______________________________ ii _______________________________

Identify TWO important points one needs to focus on when performing the shot put.

_________________________________________________________________

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[1]

[1]

[1]

[1]

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3. a

b

c

i

Badminton

What type of grip is shown in each of the pictures below?

______________________________ ii _______________________________

In badminton the first player to reach ______ points wins the game.

What type of shot is mostly used when the opponent is far away from the net?

__________________________________

[2]

[1]

[1]

4.

a

b

c

d

i

ii

Basketball

A player is fouled during the act of shooting inside the zone and still succeeds to

score. What is the referee’s decision?

___________________________________________________________________

Mention TWO important points a player should consider when defending in a 1vs1

situation.

___________________________________________________________________

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A basketball game starts with a _______________________________.

A player is fouled out after _____ individual fouls.

[1]

[1]

[1]

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5.

a

b

i

i

ii

Dance

Contrasting movement is used in a duet dance. Name TWO other relationships

which the dancers can use.

______________________________ ii _______________________________

Give ONE reason why each of the following fitness components are important for a

dancer.

Flexibility: _______________________________________________________

Strength: _________________________________________________________

[2]

[1]

[1]

6.

a

b

c

i

i

i

ii

Gymnastics

Name TWO types of jumps one can use in a floor routine.

______________________________ ii _______________________________

Proper use of space is an important aspect to consider when performing a floor

routine. Suggest TWO other important elements.

______________________________ ii _______________________________

What is the horizontal vault shown in the figure called?

______________________________

Name ONE other type of horizontal vault.

______________________________

[1]

[2]

[½]

[½]

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7.

a

b

i

ii

iii

Handball

Each side of the handball court below is labelled A and B respectively.

On side A of the court draw a 6-0 attacking formation. [1]

On side B of the court label the free-throw line with letter X. [1]

On side B of the court label the substitution area with letter Y.

The statements below refer to goalkeeper rules. State whether the statements are

True (T) or False (F).

Description True / False

i The goalkeeper is allowed to block the ball with any

part of his/her body while inside the goalkeeper area.

ii The goalkeeper is allowed to leave the goalkeeper area

with the ball in his/her hands.

[1]

[1]

[1]

[½]

[½]

8.

a

Swimming

Put the following swimming strokes next to the corresponding statements.

butterfly front crawl backstroke breaststroke

i It is performed while lying on the back.

ii It uses a symmetrical arm stroke with an

above water recovery.

iii The legs execute a flutter kick.

iv It uses a symmetrical arm stroke underwater

in front of the swimmer.

[½]

[½]

[½]

[½]

A B

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b

i

ii

Describe TWO critical elements (important points) of the arm entry action when

performing the backstroke.

___________________________________________________________________

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[1]

[1]

Section B – Health Related Fitness [16 marks].

Answer ALL questions in this Section.

Answer ALL parts of each question.

1. a

b

c

d

e

i

iii

i

Carbohydrates are needed to follow a balanced diet. Name the other FOUR

nutrients which together make up a balanced diet.

______________________________ ii _______________________________

______________________________ iv _______________________________

Which nutrient is important for the build-up and repair of muscle?

__________________________

Mention TWO types of food which are rich in carbohydrates.

______________________________ ii _______________________________

What is meant by carbohydrate loading?

___________________________________________________________________

___________________________________________________________________

What will happen to one’s body weight if the situation outlined below is repeated

daily for several weeks?

___________________________________________________________________

[2]

[1]

[1]

[2]

[1]

Caloric Intake: 3000 calories Caloric Expenditure: 2500 calories

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2.

i

ii

iii

iv

Name the type of strength an athlete is using most when:

performing a plank.

________________ strength.

performing 20 consecutive squats.

________________ strength.

throwing the shot put.

_______________ strength.

holding the body still on the rings.

________________ strength.

[½]

[½]

[½]

[½]

3.

What is meant by power?

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[1]

4.

a

b

Speed is a very important factor in various sports. Specify ONE instance where

speed can help the following athletes to perform better.

A footballer: ________________________________________________________

A tennis player: _____________________________________________________

[1]

[1]

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5.

John and Philip are both 16 years old. They perform a 6 minute run at constant

speed. From the table below, evaluate the heart rate response of the two athletes

and explain why Philip has a better endurance level when compared to John.

Athlete

Heart rate

before

exercise

Heart rate

immediately

after exercise

Heart rate

after a

4 minute rest

Philip 85 b.p.m. 189 b.p.m. 95 b.p.m.

John 82 b.p.m. 186 b.p.m. 130 b.p.m.

(b.p.m.=beats per minute)

___________________________________________________________________

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[1]

6.

What type of energy is being predominantly used in each of the activities shown

below?

______________________ _______________________

[2]

7. Mention ONE psychological factor that can affect performance negatively.

___________________________________________________________________

[1]

Section C – Body Systems and Performance [36 marks].

Answer ALL questions in this Section.

Answer ALL parts of each question.

1. a

b

Explain briefly what the Harvard-Step test and the Progressive Shuttle run test have

in common.

___________________________________________________________________

What equipment is needed to measure a person’s body composition (example sub-

scapular reading)?

___________________________________________________________________

[1]

[1]

Marathon running

Short distance sprinting

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2.

a

b

i

Two functions of the skeletal system are movement and protection.

Explain these functions by giving a practical example when an athlete is performing

the high jump.

Movement:__________________________________________________________

Protection:__________________________________________________________

Name TWO other functions of the skeletal system, other than movement and

protection.

______________________________ ii _______________________________

[1]

[1]

[2]

3.

i

One of the three bones that make up the shoulder joint is the clavicle. Name the

TWO other bones.

______________________________ ii _______________________________

[2]

4.

a

b

c

i

ii

i

ii

Look at the picture below and answer the following questions.

Name the type of synovial (freely moveable) joint labelled A and B.

Synovial joint A: __________________________

Synovial joint B: __________________________

Which part of the upper body shows flexion? ____________________________

The right leg (labelled A) is extended from the knee. State which are the agonist

and antagonist muscles.

Agonist Muscle: _____________________________________

Antagonist Muscle: _____________________________________

[1]

[1]

[1]

[1]

[1]

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5.

Mark with the letter (x) the pictures that show externally caused injuries.

A B C D

( ) ( ) ( ) ( )

[1]

6.

i

ii

iii

iv

Explain the long term effect of regular exercise (if any) on the following.

Heart size: __________________________________________________________

Resting heart rate: ____________________________________________________

Number of alveoli: __________________________________________________

Maximum heart rate : _________________________________________________

[1]

[1]

[1]

[1]

7. a

b

i

ii

Use the following keywords to label the diagram below.

atrium ventricle aorta

pulmonary vein pulmonary artery vena cava

Which side of the heart receives deoxygenated blood?

_________________________

Which chambers eject blood from the heart?

________________________

[3]

[1]

[1]

Right side of the heart

Left side of the heart

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8. The following sentences refer to arteries, veins and capillaries. Use four words

from the list below to complete the following sentences by filling the blanks.

arteries veins smaller largest

higher lower smallest larger

The muscular wall of an artery is _______________ than that of a vein. Veins

carry blood at a _______________ pressure when compared to arteries. Capillaries

are the _______________ blood vessels. Like the _______________, capillaries

do not have any valves.

[2]

9.

i

ii

Explain TWO functions of the nasal cavity in the respiratory process.

___________________________________________________________________

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[1]

[1]

10. In the respiratory process, it is wrongly assumed that air is inhaled in and only

carbon dioxide is exhaled out. In view of this, explain why first aiders give mouth

to mouth resuscitation to someone who stops breathing.

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[1]

11. The table below shows descriptions of different training methods. Write down the

training method next to the corresponding description.

Description Training Method

i Whole body exercise between 60%-80% of

maximum heart rate, without rest intervals.

ii

Exercise that involves varying the pace at which

the athlete walks or runs and the type of terrain

covered.

iii Alternating periods of work with periods of rest.

iv A chain of different activities organised in

stations.

[1]

[1]

[1]

[1]

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12. Match the injuries below with the respective statements.

bruising sprain strain fracture dislocation cramp

Condition Injury

i A muscle that is involuntary locked in a

contraction.

ii A torn ligament at a joint.

iii A bone slips out of a joint.

iv A break in a bone.

v A tear in a muscle or tendon.

vi Blood leaking from damaged blood vessels.

[½]

[½]

[½]

[½]

[½]

[½]

13. Name ONE sport where more athletes make illegal use of beta-blockers.

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[1]

Section D – Sports in Society [12 marks].

Answer ALL questions in this Section.

Answer ALL parts of each question.

1.

Underline the statement which is an example of a campaign promoting healthy

lifestyles.

A. Radio advertisement of high-energy drinks.

B. Television advertising sportswear.

C. News reporting the adverse effects of smoking.

D. Information leaflets about a balanced diet.

[1]

2. Underline the statement which shows an example of sponsorship.

A. A local newspaper advertising sportswear.

B. A health campaign promoted on radio.

C. A sportswear company giving money for a tennis tournament.

D. Salary paid to a professional footballer by his club.

[1]

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3.

i

ii

Give TWO examples of how the media can help to increase the participation in

particular sport activities.

___________________________________________________________________

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[1]

[1]

4.

i

ii

Identify TWO factors that one should consider, with regards to location, when

planning to build an outdoor sport facility.

___________________________________________________________________

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[1]

[1]

5.

i

ii

Facilities are provided by both the ‘public’ and the ‘private’ sector. Explain the

main reason why each sector provides sport facilities.

Public Sector: _______________________________________________________

Private Sector: _______________________________________________________

[1]

[1]

6.

Give ONE disadvantage of a knockout competition.

___________________________________________________________________

[1]

7. Explain what is a ladder competition.

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[1]

8. Mention ONE physical activity that a 65 year old gentleman could practise in his

leisure time.

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[1]

9.

The 1972 Munich Olympic Games remains marked indelibly by a shocking

tragedy. Explain what happened during these games.

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