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Ch 6Test and Measurement in Sports — Class 12 Physical Education, concept-first.

Test and Measurement in Sports is the part of physical education that puts numbers to performance. Before a teacher can say whether a student is fit, whether training is working, or who needs extra support, there has to be a dependable way to test an ability and measure the result.

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Introduction

Test and Measurement in Sports is the part of physical education that puts numbers to performance. Before a teacher can say whether a student is fit, whether training is working, or who needs extra su…

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  1. Q1Discuss with your group: - What are the areas that a physical fitness test evaluates? - How many of you can test your own fitness? - What ar…Preview
6.1

Fitness Test – SAI Khelo India Fitness Test in School

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Fitness is the ability to perform physical activity, and it covers a wide range of abilities. Every activity and sport needs its own particular set of skills, so being fit for one activity does not au…

+6.1 — Discussion Question1 question
  1. Q1Please read the CBSE circular (**'Awareness Programme on Whole School Approach to Fitness and Khelo India National Fitness Assessment Progra…Preview
+6.1 — Multiple Choice Questions4 questions
  1. Q150 Mtr Dash is conducted to test: **a.** Strength **b.** Acceleration **c.** Flexibility **d.** EnduranceFree
  2. Q2Which test can be applied to test Endurance? **a.** Sit and Reach **b.** Push Ups **c.** 600 Mtr Run/Walk **d.** Plate Tapping TestFree
  3. Q3Partial curl up is to test: **a.** agility and speed **b.** leg strength and endurance **c.** abdominal strength and endurance **d.** upper…Preview
  4. Q4Sit and reach test measures: **a.** endurance **b.** flexibility **c.** strength **d.** speedPreview
+6.1 — Short Answer Questions4 questions
  1. Q1Enlist the general equipment used for measuring SAI Khelo India Fitness Test.Free
  2. Q2Explain the procedure to test strength.Free
  3. Q3Write down the process to determine the upper body endurance.Preview
  4. Q4Explain the process of 600 meter run/walk.Preview
+6.1 — Long Answer Questions2 questions
  1. Q1Describe the procedure of SAI Khelo India Fitness Test.Free
  2. Q2Write down the procedure to conduct SAI Khelo India Fitness Test in school for 5 to 8 years old students.Preview
+6.1 — Case Study Questions2 questions
  1. Q1Case Study 1: Sports department of ABC school is conducting fitness tests for all the students of the school. As studied in the chapter Test…Free
  2. Q2Case Study 2: Students of class X were gathered on the playground during their games period and were informed that a fitness test will be co…Preview
+6.1 — Art Integration1 question
  1. Q1**Art Integration:** The Sports department of your school is conducting fitness tests for all the students of the school. Based on the chapt…Preview
6.1.1

Body Mass Index (BMI)

Body composition refers mainly to how muscle and fat are distributed in the body; body-size measures such as height, lengths and girths are also grouped under this component.

6.1.2

Plate Tapping Test

The Plate Tapping Test measures the speed and coordination of limb movement — how quickly the preferred hand can move back and forth between two targets.

6.1.3

Flamingo Balance Test

The Flamingo Balance Test checks the ability to balance on a single leg. This single-leg balance test assesses the strength of the leg, pelvic and trunk muscles, as well as static balance.

6.1.4

Age Group: 9–18+ Years | Class 4 to 12

From Class 4 onward, students are expected to have an overall level of physical fitness, and the SAI Khelo India Fitness Test records a fuller Physical Health and Fitness Profile for this age band.

6.1.5

Body Composition (BMI)

For the 9–18+ age band, body composition is again assessed using the Body Mass Index. The purpose, equipment and procedure are exactly the same as for the 5–8 band, so the full height- and weight-meas…

6.1.6

Abdominal (Partial Curl-Up)

The curl-up test measures abdominal muscular strength and the endurance of the abdominal muscles and hip flexors — muscles that are important for back support and core stability.

6.1.7

Push Ups (Boys) / Modified Push Ups (Girls)

This test measures upper-body strength endurance and trunk stability.

6.1.8

Sit and Reach

The Sit and Reach Test is a common measure of flexibility, and specifically of the flexibility of the lower back and hamstring muscles.

6.1.9

600 Mtr Run/Walk

The 600 metre Run/Walk measures cardiovascular fitness, or cardiovascular endurance.

6.1.10

50 Mtr Dash (Standing Start)

The 50 metre Dash determines acceleration and speed.

6.2

Measurement of Cardio-Vascular Fitness - Harvard Step Test

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Cardio-vascular (aerobic) fitness tells us how well the heart, lungs and circulatory system can supply oxygen to the working muscles during sustained activity.

+6.2 — Multiple Choice Questions2 questions
  1. Q1The test duration for the Harvard fitness test is: **i.** 3 minutes **ii.** 4 minutes **iii.** 5 minutes **iv.** 6 minutesFree
  2. Q2The Harvard step test is developed by: **i.** Harvard **ii.** Brouha **iii.** Kansal **iv.** SAIPreview
+6.2 — Short Answer Questions3 questions
  1. Q1Mr. X performs the Harvard step test for 275 seconds and his pulse in 1 – 1.5 min after exercise was 100. Write the formula of fitness index…Free
  2. Q2Write down the procedure of Harvard fitness test.Preview
  3. Q3What is a formula to find out Fitness Index score? And enlist equipment which can be used in Harvard fitness test.Preview
+6.2 — Long Answer Questions2 questions
  1. Q1Write in detail about AAPHER (American Alliance For Health, Physical Education and Recreation) Motor Fitness Test. OR What do you know about…Free
  2. Q2Briefly describe the test used for assessing aerobic fitness.Preview
6.3

Computing Basal Metabolic Rate (BMR)

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Basal Metabolic Rate (BMR) is the number of calories the body needs to maintain its functions at complete rest.

+6.3 — Multiple Choice Questions2 questions
  1. Q1What id BMR? **i.** Bodily Mass Index **ii.** Body Mass Index **iii.** Boldy Mass Index **iv.** Bodley Mass IndexFree
  2. Q2Which parameter is not required to assess the BMR: **i.** Weight **ii.** Height **iii.** Age **iv.** NamePreview
+6.3 — Short Answer Questions1 question
  1. Q1How can BMR be assessed?Preview
+6.3 — Extension Activity1 question
  1. Q1**Extension Activity:** Every student will prepare their own profile of fitness testing as per the format below — recording your own score e…Preview
6.4

Rikli and Jones Senior Citizen Fitness Test

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The Senior Citizen's Fitness Test (SFT) was developed by Rikli and Jones for older people aged between 60 and 94 years.

+6.4 — Multiple Choice Questions2 questions
  1. Q1Which is not an item of Rikli and Jones Test? **a.** 8 Foot Up and Go **b.** Sit and Reach test **c.** 6 Minute Walk Test **d.** Arms Curl T…Free
  2. Q2What is the weight of dumbbell for men in arm curl of Rikli and Jones Test? **a.** 5 pounds **b.** 6 pounds **c.** 8 pounds **d.** 10 poundsPreview
+6.4 — Short Answer Questions2 questions
  1. Q1Explain any two test that form part of the Rikli and Jones Test.Free
  2. Q2Write down the purpose of all the tests that form a part of Rikli and Jones Test.Preview
+6.4 — Long Answer Questions1 question
  1. Q1Discuss any three tests for testing the endurance and agility of senior citizens.Preview
6.4.1

30 Second Chair Stand Test

- Purpose: to determine lower body strength. - Objective: to complete the maximum number of stands in 30 seconds. - Equipment: a straight-back chair without arms, and a stopwatch.

6.4.2

Arm Curl Test

- Purpose: to determine upper body strength. - Objective: to complete the maximum number of arm curls in 30 seconds.

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Chair Sit and Reach Test

- Purpose: to determine lower body flexibility. - Objective: to stretch the lower body as far forward as possible. - Equipment: a straight-back chair without arms, and an 18-inch ruler.

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Back Stretch

- Purpose: to determine upper body flexibility. - Objective: to touch or overlap the fingers of both hands behind the back. - Equipment: an 18-inch ruler.

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Foot Up and Go

- Purpose: to determine physical mobility - power, speed, agility and balance. - Objective: to stand up and walk about 16 feet (out and back) and sit again as fast as possible, without running.

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Minute Walk Test (Six Minute Walk Test)

- Purpose: to determine aerobic endurance. - Objective: to walk the maximum distance in 6 minutes. - Equipment: a walking area with parallel lines 20 yards apart, connected by 5-yard cross-lines to ma…

6.4.7

Minutes Step Test (Two Minute Step Test)

- Purpose: to determine aerobic endurance. - Objective: to count the maximum number of steps in 2 minutes.

6.5

Johnson - Metheny Test of Motor Education

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The Johnson-Metheny Test battery is a revised version of the Johnson Educability Test, which was designed in 1932.

+6.5 — Multiple Choice Questions2 questions
  1. Q1Johnson-Metheny Test battery has _____ Items. **i.** 6 **ii.** 5 **iii.** 4 **iv.** 10Free
  2. Q2Johnson-Metheny Test battery does not consist of _____ motor stunts: **i.** Front Roll **ii.** Back Roll **iii.** Side Roll **iv.** Jumping…Preview
+6.5 — Short Answer Questions1 question
  1. Q1Explain the procedure of Jumping Half-Turns and Jumping Full-Turns in Johnson-Metheny battery.Preview
+6.5 — Long Answer Questions1 question
  1. Q1How can we test Motor Educability? Explain in detail.Preview
+6.5 — Table Completion1 question
  1. Q1Complete the following table about some important tests for assessing physical fitness in school. | Name of Test | What it tests? | Procedur…Preview

Summary

- The Harvard Step Test measures cardio-vascular (aerobic) fitness. Developed by Brouha in 1943, it has the subject step on and off a 20-inch block at 30 steps per minute for 5 minutes (or until exhau…

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  1. Q1Define test, measurement and evaluation. How are these three terms related to one another in the context of sports?Free
  2. Q1Timing a 50 m sprint with a stopwatch and recording 7.2 seconds is an example of: (a) A test (b) Measurement (c) Evaluation (d) Interpretati…Free
  3. Q1Differentiate between measurement and evaluation with one example of each from sports.Free
  4. Q1A student steps for the full 5 minutes in the Harvard Step Test. His pulse count from 1 to 1.5 minutes after exercise is 54 beats. Compute h…Preview
  5. Q1Read the following passage and answer the questions that follow. A physical education teacher administers the Harvard Step Test to two Class…Preview
  6. Q1Describe the Harvard Step Test in full — its purpose, the equipment required, the exact procedure, the formula for the Physical Fitness Inde…Preview
  7. Q2List the fitness test items prescribed under the SAI Khelo India Fitness Test for the 5–8 years age group (Class 1–3) and state the fitness…Preview
  8. Q2The Physical Fitness Index in the Harvard Step Test is computed as: (a) (Duration of exercise in seconds × 100) / (5.5 × pulse count 1 to 1.…Preview
  9. Q2Write the formula for the Physical Fitness Index used in the Harvard Step Test and state the interpretation band for each of the three fitne…Preview
  10. Q2A student becomes exhausted and stops the Harvard Step Test after 3 minutes 30 seconds. His pulse count from 1 to 1.5 minutes after exercise…Preview
  11. Q2Read the following passage and answer the questions that follow. On fitness-testing day, a Class 9 boy is assessed under the SAI Khelo India…Preview
  12. Q2Explain the six test items of the SAI Khelo India Fitness Test for the 9–18+ years age group (Class 4–12). For each item, state the fitness…Preview
  13. Q3Explain the procedure and scoring of the Flamingo Balance Test and the Plate Tapping Test administered under the SAI Khelo India Fitness Tes…Preview
  14. Q3In the Harvard Step Test, the pulse used in the CBSE-prescribed formula is counted during which interval after the exercise stops? (a) 0 to…Preview
  15. Q3List the equipment required to administer the Harvard Step Test.Preview
  16. Q3An 18-year-old boy weighs 65 kg and is 175 cm tall. Using the revised Harris–Benedict equation for males, BMR = 88.362 + (13.397 × weight in…Preview
  17. Q3What is Basal Metabolic Rate? Explain any five factors that affect BMR, write the revised Harris–Benedict equations for men and women, and c…Preview
  18. Q4Explain the procedure and scoring of any two items of the SAI Khelo India Fitness Test for the 9–18+ years age group (Class 4–12).Preview
  19. Q4The height of the stepping bench prescribed for the Harvard Step Test is: (a) 20 inches for men and 16 inches for women (b) 16 inches for me…Preview
  20. Q4Define Basal Metabolic Rate. State any two factors that affect it.Preview
  21. Q4A 16-year-old girl weighs 50 kg and is 155 cm tall. Using the revised Harris–Benedict equation for females, BMR = 447.593 + (9.247 × weight…Preview
  22. Q4Explain the Rikli and Jones Senior Citizen Fitness Test. State its purpose, name its six items, and describe the procedure and scoring of an…Preview
  23. Q5Describe the 50m Speed Test and the 600m Run/Walk. State the fitness component measured, the procedure and the scoring of each.Preview
  24. Q5In the Harvard Step Test, the subject steps up and down at a rate of: (a) 20 complete cycles per minute for 3 minutes (b) 30 complete cycles…Preview
  25. Q5Name the six test items of the Rikli and Jones Senior Citizen Fitness Test.Preview
  26. Q5Explain the procedure and scoring of the Flamingo Balance Test administered to children of the 5–8 years age group, and state the fitness co…Preview
  27. Q6Explain the Sit and Reach test and the Abdominal Partial Curl-Up test, including the procedure and what each measures.Preview
  28. Q6A student obtains a Physical Fitness Index of 46 on the Harvard Step Test. According to the prescribed interpretation bands, his cardio-vasc…Preview
  29. Q6What is motor educability? Name the four items of the Johnson–Metheny Test.Preview
  30. Q6Describe the Eight-Foot Up and Go Test of the Rikli and Jones battery. State what it measures, how it is scored, and any two conditions that…Preview
  31. Q7How is the strength test administered under the SAI Khelo India Fitness Test different for boys and girls? Describe the Push-Ups (boys) and…Preview
  32. Q7A boy completes the full 5 minutes of the Harvard Step Test. His pulse count from 1 to 1.5 minutes after exercise is 60 beats. His Physical…Preview
  33. Q8What is Basal Metabolic Rate (BMR)? Explain the factors that affect the BMR of an individual.Preview
  34. Q8Body Mass Index is calculated as: (a) Weight (kg) × Height (m)² (b) Weight (kg) / Height (m)² (c) Height (m)² / Weight (kg) (d) Weight (kg)…Preview
  35. Q9Explain how the Basal Metabolic Rate is computed. Write the formulae used to estimate BMR for men and women.Preview
  36. Q9A student weighs 54 kg and is 1.5 m tall. His BMI is: (a) 18.0 kg/m² (b) 24.0 kg/m² (c) 36.0 kg/m² (d) 81.0 kg/m²Preview
  37. Q10What is the purpose of the Rikli and Jones Senior Citizen Fitness Test? Name its six test items.Preview
  38. Q10The SAI Khelo India Fitness Test for the 5–8 years age group (Class 1–3) consists of: (a) BMI, Flamingo Balance Test and Plate Tapping Test…Preview
  39. Q11Explain the procedure and scoring of any three items of the Rikli and Jones Senior Citizen Fitness Test.Preview
  40. Q11The Plate Tapping Test administered to 5–8 year olds measures: (a) Static balance (b) Speed of limb movement and coordination (c) Cardio-vas…Preview
  41. Q12Describe the Chair Sit and Reach Test and the Back Scratch Test. What does each of these tests measure and how is it scored?Preview
  42. Q12In the SAI Khelo India Fitness Test for Class 4–12, flexibility of the lower back and hamstrings is measured by the: (a) Standing broad jump…Preview
  43. Q13What is motor educability? Describe the four items of the Johnson–Metheny Test of Motor Educability.Preview
  44. Q13In the revised Harris–Benedict equation, the BMR of a female is estimated using the constant: (a) 88.362 (b) 447.593 (c) 13.397 (d) 5.677Preview
  45. Q14Explain the procedure and scoring of the Front Roll and the Jumping Full-Turn items of the Johnson–Metheny Test.Preview
  46. Q14In the Rikli and Jones Senior Citizen Fitness Test, the Arm Curl Test uses a hand weight of: (a) 2.27 kg for women and 3.63 kg for men (b) 3…Preview
  47. Q15“Fitness testing is an essential part of a school physical-education programme.” Justify this statement with reference to the SAI Khelo Indi…Preview
  48. Q15Which of the following is NOT one of the four items of the Johnson–Metheny Test of Motor Educability? (a) Front roll (b) Back roll (c) Jumpi…Preview
  49. Q16Explain the purpose of the Harvard Step Test and describe its complete procedure — the preparation phase, the stepping exercise and the reco…Preview
  50. Q17A subject completes the full 5 minutes of the Harvard Step Test and records a pulse count of 72 beats from 1 to 1.5 minutes after exercise.…Preview
  51. Q18Explain any four factors that affect the result of the Harvard Step Test, and state any three limitations of the test.Preview
  52. Q19Compute the Body Mass Index of a student who weighs 78 kg and is 1.60 m tall. Classify the result, and explain why BMI alone can misclassify…Preview
  53. Q20Explain the significance of knowing one's BMR for designing a weight-loss diet, and state any three limitations of estimating BMR with the H…Preview