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Hand the Ball

Throwing and Catching · Class 5 Physical Education and Well Being

Practise 15 short and long answer questions on Hand the Ball 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 Hand the Ball? 1 mark
Model answer

Mark two large end boxes and four small corner boxes.

Explanation

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

2 Describe the starting arrangement for Hand the Ball. 2 marks
Model answer

Mark two large end boxes and four small corner boxes; divide students into two teams.

Explanation

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

3 State the main action practised in Hand the Ball. 2 marks
Model answer

Pass the ball to a teammate in the large box at the other end; move a same-team player into a small box to receive a pass there.

Explanation

This identifies the central movement rather than an unrelated skill.

4 Explain how a student should carry out Hand the Ball safely and effectively. 3 marks
Model answer

Pass the ball to a teammate in the large box at the other end; move a same-team player into a small box to receive a pass there.

  • Begin from the stated arrangement: Mark two large end boxes and four small corner boxes; divide students into two teams.
  • Follow the key movement: Pass the ball to a teammate in the large box at the other end; move a same-team player into a small box to receive a pass there.
  • Keep attention on this focus: Anticipating where a teammate can receive the ball.
Explanation

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

5 What is the purpose of Hand the Ball? 2 marks
Model answer

A catch in a large box earns one point; a catch in a small box earns two points.

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 Hand the Ball. 3 marks
Model answer

A catch in a large box earns one point; a catch in a small box earns two points.

  • Use the setup described for Hand the Ball: Mark two large end boxes and four small corner boxes; divide students into two teams.
  • Complete the task as described: Pass the ball to a teammate in the large box at the other end; move a same-team player into a small box to receive a pass there.
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 Hand the Ball. What advice would you give? 3 marks
Model answer

Anticipating where a teammate can receive the ball.

  • Watch the movement or object carefully.
  • Keep the body balanced and follow the activity's stated steps.
  • Remember the main focus: Anticipating where a teammate can receive the ball.
Explanation

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

8 How could the teacher vary Hand the Ball while keeping it recognisably the same activity? 3 marks
Model answer

Vary team sizes or the size of the playing area.

  • Keep the main task and its purpose unchanged.
  • Use the suggested variation: Vary team sizes or the size of the playing area.
  • 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 Hand the Ball. 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: Mark two large end boxes and four small corner boxes; divide students into two teams.
  • Action: Pass the ball to a teammate in the large box at the other end; move a same-team player into a small box to receive a pass there.
  • Success or rule: A catch in a large box earns one point; a catch in a small box earns two points.
  • Focus: Anticipating where a teammate can receive the ball.
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 Hand the Ball? 2 marks
Model answer

Anticipating where a teammate can receive the ball.

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 Hand the Ball 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: Mark two large end boxes and four small corner boxes; divide students into two teams.
  • Practise the main movement: Pass the ball to a teammate in the large box at the other end; move a same-team player into a small box to receive a pass there.
  • Concentrate on: Anticipating where a teammate can receive the ball.
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 Hand the Ball to a new classmate. Write a clear explanation including the setup, main action, goal and one useful practice tip. 4 marks
Model answer

Hand the Ball 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: Mark two large end boxes and four small corner boxes; divide students into two teams.
  • Main action: Pass the ball to a teammate in the large box at the other end; move a same-team player into a small box to receive a pass there.
  • Goal or scoring: A catch in a large box earns one point; a catch in a small box earns two points.
  • Practice tip: Anticipating where a teammate can receive the ball.
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 Hand the Ball? 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 Hand the Ball. 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: Mark two large end boxes and four small corner boxes; divide students into two teams.
  • Movement: Pass the ball to a teammate in the large box at the other end; move a same-team player into a small box to receive a pass there.
  • 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 Hand the Ball, 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: Mark two large end boxes and four small corner boxes; divide students into two teams.
  • Repeat the main action: Pass the ball to a teammate in the large box at the other end; move a same-team player into a small box to receive a pass there.
  • Check the focus point: Anticipating where a teammate can receive the ball.
  • Use the stated variation if practice needs to change: Vary team sizes or the size of the playing area.
Explanation

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