Second Term Examination Development Nursery One Second Term Week 12

Physical Development Nursery 1 Second Term Examination Instructions

Instructions for Teachers:

1. Ensure a Quiet Environment:
   Make sure the examination hall or classroom is quiet and conducive for the pupils to concentrate.
2. Supervision:
   Carefully monitor the pupils during the examination. Walk around to prevent any form of cheating.
3. Explain the Instructions Clearly:
   Before starting the exam, read out the instructions clearly to the pupils. Ensure they understand how to answer each section.
4. Ensure Proper Seating Arrangement:
   Ensure each pupil is seated in a way that prevents them from looking at others’ papers.
5. No Communication:
   Pupils should not be allowed to talk or communicate with one another during the exam.
6. Provide Enough Time:
   Give the pupils enough time to complete each section of the exam.
7. Stay Calm and Patient:
   Be patient and calm while answering any questions from the pupils during the examination.
8. Check the Exam Paper:
   Ensure the exam paper has no missing pages or errors before distributing it to the students.
9. Collect All Exam Materials:
   After the exam, collect all papers and materials before allowing the students to leave the classroom.

Instructions for Students:

1. Follow the Rules:
   Obey the rules and instructions given by your teacher.
2. No Talking:
   Do not talk to your friends during the exam. Any form of communication will be considered cheating.
3. Answer Honestly:
   Answer all questions by yourself. Do not copy from others.
4. Stay in Your Seat:
   Remain seated and focus on your work. Do not leave your seat unless instructed.
5. No Looking Around:
   Do not look at other students’ work. Cheating will not be tolerated.
6. Use Only the Provided Materials:
   Use only the materials provided by your teacher for the exam. No extra materials should be used.
7. Complete the Exam on Time:
   Make sure to finish all parts of the exam within the time given. Do not rush, but stay focused.
8. Be Neat:
   Write clearly and neatly. Make sure your answers are legible.
9. Respect Your Teacher:
   Treat the teacher and the exam with respect. Any form of misbehavior will lead to consequences.

Part A: Objective Questions – 30 Fill-in-the-Blank Questions

1. ______ helps improve leg strength and coordination.
   a) Skipping
   b) Running
   c) Jumping
   d) Crawling
2. ______ is an activity that helps you balance on one foot.
   a) Skipping
   b) Walking
   c) Hopping
   d) Balancing
3. ______ is a game where you follow the teacher’s actions.
   a) Simon Says
   b) Follow the Leader
   c) Relay Race
   d) Running
4. ______ is the activity where children move quickly in a race.
   a) Running
   b) Jumping
   c) Hopping
   d) Skipping
5. ______ is when you jump with one foot and land on the same foot.
   a) Skipping
   b) Hopping
   c) Running
   d) Crawling
6. Skipping helps develop coordination between the ______ and legs.
   a) Feet
   b) Hands
   c) Arms
   d) Legs
7. The game “Simon Says” helps improve ______ skills.
   a) Listening
   b) Running
   c) Jumping
   d) Skipping
8. ______ is a motor skill that involves using larger muscles.
   a) Gross motor skill
   b) Small motor skill
   c) Fine motor skill
   d) Hand-eye coordination
9. Skipping is good for improving ______.
   a) Balance
   b) Coordination
   c) Strength
   d) Endurance
10. Hopping can help improve ______.
    a) Leg strength
    b) Arm strength
    c) Hand-eye coordination
    d) All of the above
11. ______ helps build strength in both arms and legs.
    a) Running
    b) Skipping
    c) Balancing
    d) Jumping
12. ______ helps children develop teamwork skills.
    a) Relay race
    b) Skipping
    c) Hopping
    d) Crawling
13. Children should practice ______ to improve their balance.
    a) Skipping
    b) Running
    c) Hopping
    d) Standing still
14. ______ is when you stay still without falling over.
    a) Balancing
    b) Skipping
    c) Hopping
    d) Running
15. A ______ race involves a team of children running and passing a baton.
    a) Relay
    b) Running
    c) Skipping
    d) Hopping
16. Skipping helps improve leg ______.
    a) Strength
    b) Flexibility
    c) Speed
    d) Endurance
17. Balancing on one foot helps develop body ______.
    a) Control
    b) Strength
    c) Flexibility
    d) Speed
18. ______ is an activity that builds coordination between hands and legs.
    a) Running
    b) Skipping
    c) Balancing
    d) Jumping
19. ______ is a good way to practice listening and following instructions.
    a) Simon Says
    b) Relay Race
    c) Follow the Leader
    d) Running
20. ______ is when children jump with both feet at the same time.
    a) Skipping
    b) Hopping
    c) Running
    d) Jumping
21. Children can practice coordination by ______ and running.
    a) Walking
    b) Crawling
    c) Skipping
    d) Hopping
22. Balancing requires standing on one ______.
    a) Arm
    b) Leg
    c) Foot
    d) Toe
23. Running and ______ both help improve physical strength.
    a) Skipping
    b) Hopping
    c) Crawling
    d) Jumping
24. The game “Follow the Leader” helps children practice ______.
    a) Skipping
    b) Listening
    c) Running
    d) Jumping
25. A ______ is a great way to improve both strength and speed.
    a) Relay race
    b) Skipping
    c) Running
    d) Crawling
26. Hopping helps develop leg ______.
    a) Balance
    b) Strength
    c) Flexibility
    d) Speed
27. ______ helps children work together as a team.
    a) Running
    b) Skipping
    c) Relay race
    d) Jumping
28. Balancing on one foot helps develop good ______.
    a) Strength
    b) Control
    c) Speed
    d) Endurance
29. Skipping helps improve body ______.
    a) Flexibility
    b) Speed
    c) Coordination
    d) Balance
30. A ______ race helps children practice running and teamwork.
    a) Running
    b) Skipping
    c) Relay
    d) Jumping

Part B: Theory Questions – 30 Simple Short Answer Questions

1. What is the benefit of practicing running?
2. How does skipping help improve coordination?
3. Why is balancing important for physical development?
4. How can “Simon Says” improve listening skills?
5. What does hopping help develop in children?
6. What is a relay race, and why is it important?
7. How does running help build strength?
8. Why should children practice balance?
9. What muscles are used in skipping?
10. How does jumping help with leg strength?
11. Why is skipping good for coordination?
12. What can children learn from playing “Follow the Leader”?
13. How can hopping improve leg strength?
14. What is the purpose of balancing exercises?
15. Why is it important to practice gross motor skills?
16. What can children learn from playing relay races?
17. How can jumping improve physical coordination?
18. What is a gross motor skill?
19. What is the difference between small and large motor skills?
20. Why is teamwork important in relay races?
21. How does balancing help children?
22. What does skipping improve besides leg strength?
23. How can children practice coordination at home?
24. What does “Simon Says” teach children?
25. Why is running important for stamina?
26. How can children practice listening skills?
27. Why do we need to practice jumping?
28. How does skipping help with body control?
29. What are some benefits of group activities like relay races?
30. What is the best way to practice balance at home?

Part C: True or False Questions – 30 Statements

1. Skipping helps develop arm strength. (True / False)
2. Running helps improve leg strength. (True / False)
3. Balancing is not important for physical development. (True / False)
4. “Simon Says” helps children practice listening and following directions. (True / False)
5. Hopping helps improve balance. (True / False)
6. Skipping is a good exercise for developing leg muscles. (True / False)
7. Running helps children develop coordination. (True / False)
8. Relay races help children practice teamwork. (True / False)
9. Jumping helps improve leg strength. (True / False)
10. Skipping is not a good activity for children. (True / False)
11. Balancing on one foot is good for coordination. (True / False)
12. Children do not need to practice jumping. (True / False)
13. Skipping helps improve balance. (True / False)
14. Relay races are only about speed, not teamwork. (True / False)
15. Hopping is a good way to build leg muscles. (True / False)
16. Jumping improves coordination and strength. (True / False)
17. Skipping helps improve overall body control. (True / False)
18. Listening is not an important part of “Simon Says.” (True / False)
19. Running helps children improve their speed and strength. (True / False)
20. Skipping helps children practice balance. (True / False)
21. A relay race requires one person to run. (True / False)
22. Skipping strengthens the core muscles. (True / False)
23. Hopping helps build arm strength. (True / False)
24. Balancing on one foot is an exercise for the legs. (True / False)
25. Jumping should be practiced by children to improve strength. (True / False)
26. Skipping is only useful for leg strength, not coordination. (True / False)
27. Relay races can help with both strength and teamwork. (True / False)
28. Hopping is not helpful for physical development. (True / False)
29. Skipping can improve coordination between arms and legs. (True / False)
30. “Simon Says” is a game to develop body control. (True / False)

Part D: Fill-in-the-Gaps Questions – 30 Questions

1. ______ helps improve leg strength and coordination.
2. Skipping is good for developing ______ motor skills.
3. The game ______ helps children practice listening and following directions.
4. ______ is a type of exercise that improves balance.
5. Hopping helps children develop ______ strength.
6. ______ races help children develop teamwork and speed.
7. Balancing on one foot improves ______ control.
8. Jumping is good for developing leg ______.
9. Skipping requires ______ motor skills.
10. Children practice ______ skills in the game “Simon Says.”
11. A ______ race is a relay game that requires teamwork.
12. ______ is an important exercise for developing coordination.
13. Running helps improve both ______ and speed.
14. Hopping is a great way to develop ______.
15. Skipping helps children develop both ______ and strength.
16. ______ is a fun way to practice listening and body control.
17. Skipping is good for improving ______ and leg muscles.
18. Hopping strengthens the ______ muscles.
19. A ______ is a team activity that involves passing a baton.
20. Balancing is important for physical ______.
21. Skipping helps build ______ muscles.
22. ______ helps children improve listening skills.
23. Running helps improve ______ motor skills.
24. Skipping involves jumping with ______ feet.
25. The activity “Simon Says” helps children improve their ______.
26. Hopping is a great activity for improving leg ______.
27. ______ is the act of standing still without falling.
28. Skipping improves body ______.
29. Children practice ______ when they balance on one foot.
30. A relay race involves ______ children working together.

These assessments aim to test the pupils’ understanding of key physical development topics, focusing on motor skills, coordination, and teamwork.