Question 1

Q1: 400 m track is known as standard track.

Accepted Answer

True. The caption for Fig. 4.1 identifies it as a 'Standard athletics track 400 meters'.

Question 2

Q1: Explain the meaning and history of athletics.

Accepted Answer

Meaning of Athletics Athletics refers to a collection of sporting events that involve competitive running, jumping, and throwing. These activities are natural and universal forms of human physical expression, and the track and field events in modern athletics are improved versions of these basic mov...

Question 3

Q1: What is the distance of runway in long jump and triple jump?

Accepted Answer

According to the 'Information about Long Jump' table in the text, the length of the runway for a long jump is 40 m - 45 m. The text does not specify a separate runway distance for the triple jump.

Question 4

Q1: The thickness of the take-off board in long jump and triple jump is _____ .

Accepted Answer

The thickness of the take-off board in long jump and triple jump is 10 cm.

Question 5

Q2: Describe the events organised in athletics.

Accepted Answer

According to the provided text, athletics events are classified into four main types based on the nature of the competitions: 1.  Track Events: These include all running events conducted on the athletics track. They are further categorized into short, middle, and long-distance races, as well as hurd...

Question 6

Q2: Maximum weight of the crossbar in high jump is _____。

Accepted Answer

Maximum weight of the crossbar in high jump is 2 kg.

Question 7

Q2: 5 runners participate in a relay race.

Accepted Answer

False. The text states that a relay team has four runners who complete the race.

Question 8

Q2: What is the size of landing area in high jump?

Accepted Answer

As per the 'Information about High Jump' table, the size of the landing area in a high jump is 6 m × 4 m.

Question 9

Q3: Describe the classification of track events in athletics.

Accepted Answer

Track events, which consist of all running events, are classified into three main categories based on the distance of the race. These are: 1.  Short Distance Races (Sprints): These are races run over short distances at maximum speed. The events in this category are:        100 m        200 m...

Question 10

Q3: Bunch start is a throwing technique.

Accepted Answer

False. Bunch start is a type of crouch start used in sprinting (running) events.

Question 11

Q3: The _____ of shot put in women is 4 kg .

Accepted Answer

The weight of shot put in women is 4 kg .

Question 12

Q3: Name any four throwing events.

Accepted Answer

The four throwing events mentioned in the text are: 1.  Shot Put 2.  Discus Throw 3.  Javelin Throw 4.  Hammer Throw

Question 13

Q4: Name the famous technique used for high jump.

Accepted Answer

The most popular and famous technique used for high jump is the Fosbury Flop.

Question 14

Q4: Disco put style is applied in discus throw.

Accepted Answer

False. The text does not mention any technique called 'Disco put style' for the discus throw.

Question 15

Q4: Describe the classification of field events in athletics.

Accepted Answer

Field events in athletics are classified into two main categories: jumping events and throwing events. These events test an athlete's power, strength, and coordination. 1. Jumping Events: In these events, athletes compete by jumping for maximum distance or height. The four main jumping events are:...

Question 16

Q4: 28 hurdle jumps and 7 water jumps are there in _____ .

Accepted Answer

28 hurdle jumps and 7 water jumps are there in 3000 m steeplechase.

Question 17

Q5: What is relay?

Accepted Answer

A relay race is a team event in athletics. In this race, a team of four runners completes a given distance, with each runner covering a quarter of the total track distance. Each runner carries a baton, which must be exchanged with the next runner within a specified 20-meter exchange zone.

Question 18

Q5: There are two types of tracks.

Accepted Answer

False. The text mentions that a track surface can be of soil, grass, or synthetic, which are three types.

Question 19

Q5: Enlist the different types of throw events. Explain shot put throw in detail.

Accepted Answer

The different types of throwing events in athletics are: 1.  Shot Put 2.  Discus Throw 3.  Javelin Throw 4.  Hammer Throw Shot Put Explained Shot put is a main throwing event where an athlete, known as a shot putter, throws a heavy spherical shot for maximum distance. The event requires power, flexi...

Question 20

Q6: What is the weight of discus for men and women?

Accepted Answer

According to the 'Information about Discus Throw' table, the weight of the discus is 2 kg for men and 1 kg for women.

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