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Count and Rep

Throwing and Catching · Class 5 Physical Education and Well Being

Practise 15 short and long answer questions on Count and Rep from Throwing and Catching. Try writing your own answer first, then tap the question to compare it with the model answer and read the explanation behind it.

1 What equipment is used in Count and Rep? 1 mark
Model answer

Stand in front of a wall with a tennis ball.

Explanation

The material and setup are essential because they define how the activity is carried out.

2 Describe the starting arrangement for Count and Rep. 2 marks
Model answer

Stand in front of a wall with a tennis ball; each count matches a particular catching task.

Explanation

A clear starting arrangement helps every student understand where to begin and what equipment to use.

3 State the main action practised in Count and Rep. 2 marks
Model answer

Throw at the wall and catch the rebound according to the count; tasks include underarm, overarm, opposite-hand catches, bounces and claps.

Explanation

This identifies the central movement rather than an unrelated skill.

4 Explain how a student should carry out Count and Rep safely and effectively. 3 marks
Model answer

Throw at the wall and catch the rebound according to the count; tasks include underarm, overarm, opposite-hand catches, bounces and claps.

  • Begin from the stated arrangement: Stand in front of a wall with a tennis ball; each count matches a particular catching task.
  • Follow the key movement: Throw at the wall and catch the rebound according to the count; tasks include underarm, overarm, opposite-hand catches, bounces and claps.
  • Keep attention on this focus: Matching the count to the required task while maintaining coordination.
Explanation

The answer combines the starting position, the movement and the point that controls successful performance.

5 What is the purpose of Count and Rep? 2 marks
Model answer

Complete the required number of catches for each count.

Explanation

The activity's rules and goal show what students are practising and how success is recognised.

6 Explain the rules or scoring used in Count and Rep. 3 marks
Model answer

Complete the required number of catches for each count.

  • Use the setup described for Count and Rep: Stand in front of a wall with a tennis ball; each count matches a particular catching task.
  • Complete the task as described: Throw at the wall and catch the rebound according to the count; tasks include underarm, overarm, opposite-hand catches, bounces and claps.
Explanation

Rules and scoring make the task clear and allow students to take turns fairly.

7 A classmate is unsure what to focus on during Count and Rep. What advice would you give? 3 marks
Model answer

Matching the count to the required task while maintaining coordination.

  • Watch the movement or object carefully.
  • Keep the body balanced and follow the activity's stated steps.
  • Remember the main focus: Matching the count to the required task while maintaining coordination.
Explanation

The advice links the book's specific focus with attentive, controlled practice.

8 How could the teacher vary Count and Rep while keeping it recognisably the same activity? 3 marks
Model answer

Vary ball size, count, repetitions or throwing skill.

  • Keep the main task and its purpose unchanged.
  • Use the suggested variation: Vary ball size, count, repetitions or throwing skill.
  • Explain the changed condition before students begin.
Explanation

The textbook suggests changing a feature such as equipment, distance, size or team arrangement while preserving the main skill.

9 Read the situation: a group is preparing to practise Count and Rep. Explain how they should set up, perform the task and recognise success. 4 marks
Model answer

The group should follow the activity's stated setup and carry out the central action. The goal is to perform the task with control and follow the rules.

  • Setup: Stand in front of a wall with a tennis ball; each count matches a particular catching task.
  • Action: Throw at the wall and catch the rebound according to the count; tasks include underarm, overarm, opposite-hand catches, bounces and claps.
  • Success or rule: Complete the required number of catches for each count.
  • Focus: Matching the count to the required task while maintaining coordination.
Explanation

A complete answer covers the arrangement, movement, rule or goal, and the skill focus, which are the main parts of an activity plan.

10 Which detail is most important to remember when practising Count and Rep? 2 marks
Model answer

Matching the count to the required task while maintaining coordination.

Explanation

The focus point helps the student concentrate on the movement detail emphasised in the instructions.

11 Explain one difficulty a learner may face in Count and Rep and how the instructions help address it. 3 marks
Model answer

A learner may find it difficult to coordinate the movement while keeping control of the object. The instructions help by giving a clear setup and action to follow.

  • Remember the starting position: Stand in front of a wall with a tennis ball; each count matches a particular catching task.
  • Practise the main movement: Throw at the wall and catch the rebound according to the count; tasks include underarm, overarm, opposite-hand catches, bounces and claps.
  • Concentrate on: Matching the count to the required task while maintaining coordination.
Explanation

Breaking the activity into clear steps helps the learner practise one part at a time instead of guessing.

12 A teacher asks students to explain Count and Rep to a new classmate. Write a clear explanation including the setup, main action, goal and one useful practice tip. 4 marks
Model answer

Count and Rep is an activity in which students follow a particular arrangement and practise a defined movement. The task should be completed by following its rules and paying attention to the stated skill focus.

  • Setup: Stand in front of a wall with a tennis ball; each count matches a particular catching task.
  • Main action: Throw at the wall and catch the rebound according to the count; tasks include underarm, overarm, opposite-hand catches, bounces and claps.
  • Goal or scoring: Complete the required number of catches for each count.
  • Practice tip: Matching the count to the required task while maintaining coordination.
Explanation

Explaining an activity well means describing not only the movement but also how it begins, what students are trying to do and what they should pay attention to.

13 Why is it useful to follow the stated rules in Count and Rep? 2 marks
Model answer

Following the rules makes the activity clear and helps students practise the intended movement fairly.

  • It tells players what action to perform.
  • It makes the goal or scoring clear.
Explanation

Rules prevent confusion and keep the activity focused on its intended task.

14 Compare the role of preparation and movement in Count and Rep. 3 marks
Model answer

Preparation gives students the correct position and equipment, while the movement is the action they practise. Both are needed for the activity to work as described.

  • Preparation: Stand in front of a wall with a tennis ball; each count matches a particular catching task.
  • Movement: Throw at the wall and catch the rebound according to the count; tasks include underarm, overarm, opposite-hand catches, bounces and claps.
  • The preparation makes the movement possible to perform in an organised way.
Explanation

The question checks whether students can distinguish the starting arrangement from the skill itself.

15 After observing Count and Rep, what would you tell a student who wants to improve? Give a practical, source-based plan. 4 marks
Model answer

The student should practise by following the stated arrangement, repeating the central movement carefully and checking the key focus point. Improvement should come from controlled practice rather than changing the activity's basic rules.

  • Start with the correct setup: Stand in front of a wall with a tennis ball; each count matches a particular catching task.
  • Repeat the main action: Throw at the wall and catch the rebound according to the count; tasks include underarm, overarm, opposite-hand catches, bounces and claps.
  • Check the focus point: Matching the count to the required task while maintaining coordination.
  • Use the stated variation if practice needs to change: Vary ball size, count, repetitions or throwing skill.
Explanation

A useful plan connects the source's setup, movement, focus and suggested variation instead of giving unrelated advice.