Second Term Mid-Term Test Physical Development Nursery 1 Second Term Week 6

Physical Development Nursery 1 Second Term Mid-Term Assessment

Assessment Components

Part A: Objective Questions (20 Fill-in-the-Blank Questions)

1. ______ is the activity of moving quickly on your feet.
   a) Walking
   b) Running
   c) Skipping
   d) Jumping
2. Skipping involves ______ and stepping.
   a) Hopping
   b) Walking
   c) Running
   d) Crawling
3. To balance, you need to ______ without falling.
   a) Jump
   b) Stand
   c) Walk
   d) Sit
4. Gross motor skills involve the use of ______ muscles.
   a) Small
   b) Large
   c) Tiny
   d) None
5. ______ is a game where children imitate the teacher’s movements.
   a) Simon Says
   b) Hide and Seek
   c) Running Race
   d) Musical Chairs
6. During running, we move quickly on our ______.
   a) Hands
   b) Feet
   c) Stomach
   d) Knees
7. ______ is when you lift both feet off the ground and jump.
   a) Skipping
   b) Hopping
   c) Running
   d) Balancing
8. To improve coordination, children must practice ______ together.
   a) Talking
   b) Moving
   c) Sleeping
   d) Watching
9. Balancing helps us keep our ______ steady.
   a) Legs
   b) Hands
   c) Feet
   d) Body
10. When playing “Follow the Leader,” children ______ the teacher’s movements.
    a) Imitate
    b) Ignore
    c) Fight
    d) Watch
11. ______ is moving over obstacles quickly without tripping.
    a) Walking
    b) Skipping
    c) Running
    d) Crawling
12. Gross motor skills include activities like ______ and jumping.
    a) Reading
    b) Painting
    c) Running
    d) Writing
13. Skipping helps develop coordination between the ______ and feet.
    a) Hands
    b) Legs
    c) Eyes
    d) Arms
14. ______ is when you try to keep your balance on one foot.
    a) Walking
    b) Hopping
    c) Skipping
    d) Balancing
15. During a relay race, children take ______ running turns.
    a) Long
    b) One
    c) Two
    d) Short
16. Children can improve their coordination by playing ______ games.
    a) Sitting
    b) Sleeping
    c) Moving
    d) Listening
17. Running is important for developing ______ and strength.
    a) Memory
    b) Coordination
    c) Balance
    d) Flexibility
18. ______ can help improve teamwork and gross motor skills.
    a) Solo play
    b) Group activities
    c) Sleeping
    d) Reading
19. The best way to learn gross motor skills is by ______ activities.
    a) Watching
    b) Moving
    c) Sleeping
    d) Talking
20. ______ is an essential activity to develop physical coordination.
    a) Running
    b) Skipping
    c) Balancing
    d) All of the above

Part B: Theory Questions (20 Short Answer Questions)

1. Define gross motor skills.
2. What is the importance of skipping in physical development?
3. How does balancing help in developing coordination?
4. Name three activities that help improve gross motor skills.
5. Why is running considered an important activity for physical development?
6. Explain the game “Follow the Leader” and its benefits.
7. How does hopping contribute to physical coordination?
8. Describe what happens during a relay race.
9. What is the purpose of practicing balance on one foot?
10. How can skipping improve leg strength?
11. Explain why children need to practice both small and large muscle movements.
12. How do group activities improve coordination?
13. What are the benefits of playing “Simon Says”?
14. What is the connection between gross motor skills and overall physical fitness?
15. How do relay races promote teamwork among children?
16. Describe one way to practice balancing at home.
17. How can running improve a child’s stamina and endurance?
18. What safety precautions should be taken when performing running or jumping activities?
19. Why is it important for children to practice different gross motor activities?
20. What is the role of the teacher in guiding physical development exercises?

Part C: True or False Questions (20 Statements)

1. Gross motor skills only involve the use of small muscles. (True / False)
2. Skipping involves hopping and stepping. (True / False)
3. Running is a form of gross motor skill. (True / False)
4. Balancing helps improve muscle strength. (True / False)
5. Children should never play games involving coordination. (True / False)
6. “Simon Says” is a game that helps with listening and coordination. (True / False)
7. Hopping requires lifting both feet off the ground at the same time. (True / False)
8. Balancing on one foot can help develop coordination. (True / False)
9. Gross motor skills do not help with physical fitness. (True / False)
10. Children should avoid playing team-based physical games. (True / False)
11. Skipping is only useful for improving hand-eye coordination. (True / False)
12. Running improves coordination and leg strength. (True / False)
13. Balancing can improve overall physical coordination. (True / False)
14. “Follow the Leader” is a game that focuses on creativity. (True / False)
15. A relay race involves running in a line, taking turns. (True / False)
16. It is better to perform gross motor activities in a group rather than alone. (True / False)
17. Skipping is good for building coordination between hands and feet. (True / False)
18. Running should be avoided because it is too tiring. (True / False)
19. Teachers play an important role in guiding physical exercises. (True / False)
20. Balancing on a beam is a fun activity that improves physical coordination. (True / False)

Part D: Fill-in-the-Gaps Questions (20 Questions)

1. ______ is the activity of moving quickly on your feet.
2. Skipping is a combination of ______ and stepping.
3. ______ is when you try to stand without falling.
4. Gross motor skills use ______ muscles in the body.
5. In “Simon Says,” children ______ the actions of the leader.
6. Skipping helps develop coordination between the ______ and feet.
7. During a relay race, children take ______ turns.
8. Balancing helps us maintain ______.
9. Children can improve coordination by practicing physical ______.
10. Gross motor skills help develop strength in ______.
11. Skipping helps to strengthen the ______.
12. Running involves moving quickly using your ______.
13. Group games help improve ______ skills among children.
14. In “Follow the Leader,” children copy the ______ actions.
15. Running, skipping, and balancing are all examples of ______ skills.
16. Gross motor skills involve large body ______.
17. Hopping requires jumping on one ______.
18. Teachers guide children during ______ exercises.
19. ______ is important for teamwork and coordination.
20. Skipping can be practiced with a ______ rope.

This assessment is designed to test the key concepts covered during the mid-term. Feel free to adjust or expand upon any section as needed!