RBSE Solutions for Class 9 Physical Education Chapter 9 Gymnastics, Acrobatics and Pyramids
RBSE Solutions for Class 9 Physical Education Chapter 9 Gymnastics, Acrobatics and Pyramids
Rajasthan Board RBSE Class 9 Physical Education Chapter 9 Gymnastics, Acrobatics and Pyramids
TEXTBOOK QUESTIONS SOLVED
Multiple Choice Questions
Question 1.
The length of the Balance Beam is
(a) 5000 mm.
(b) 4000 mm.
(c) 2500 mm.
(d) 3000 mm.
Answer:
(a).
Question 2.
The Malkhambh gymnastics had its origin in the Indian state of
(a) Madhya Pradesh,
(b) Andhra Pradesh.
(c) Maharashtra.
(d) Uttar Pradesh.
Answer:
(c).
Question 3.
In the Cart-Wheel exercise the gymnast forms the posture of the
(a) Clock.
(b) Horse.
(c) Hanuman.
(d) Wheel.
Answer:
(d).
Question 4.
The exercise needing no apparatus is
(a) Vaulting Box.
(b) Cart Wheel.
(c) Parallel Bar.
(d) Pommel Horse.
Answer:
(b).
Question 5.
In order to form pyramids the students should have
(a) Inflexible back.
(b) Strong will power.
(c) Strong hands, feet and shoulders.
(d) None of the above.
Answer:
(c).
Question 6.
Which of the following is an apparatus exercises
(a) Pommel Horse,
(b) Balance Beam.
(c) Roman Ring.
(d) All the above.
Answer:
(d).
Question 7.
The modem gymnastics had its origin in the
(a) Nineteenth century.
(b) Seventeenth century.
(c) Twentieth century.
(d) Eighteenth century.
Answer:
(c).
Question 8.
Which of the following is not a Acrobatic activity
(a) Stick Wrest.
(b) Kangaroo March.
(c) Mute Obstinate.
(d) Kukkutasana.
Answer:
(d).
Question 9.
Which of the following is a common gymnastics for both men and women?
(a) Horizontal Bar.
(b) Vaulting Horse.
(c) Parallel Bar.
(d) Roman Ring.
Answer:
(b).
Question 10.
It is not one of the sportive gymnastics
(a) Trampoline.
(b) Aerobics.
(c) Remedial.
(d) Artistic.
Answer:
(c).
Short Answer Type Questions
Question 1.
Name the types of Malkhambh gymnastics.
Answer:
Types of Malkhambh:
- Fixed Malkhambh.
- Hanging Malkhambh.
- Rjjoo Malkhambh.
Question 2.
Why is gymnastics called the father of all other sports and games?
Answer:
Gymnastics is the mother of all other games and sports because Gymnastics gives complete exercise to all the parts of the body.
Question 3.
What is the benefit of Hand spring exercise?
Answer:
This exercise is done with the spring with hands on its two ends.The spring is held with both the hands from its handles and brought in front of the chest. Then it is pulled from both the ends so as to give it a stretch. This exercise strengthens the chest and the hand muscles.
Question 4.
Name the skills which can be demonstrated in the Parallel Bar gymnastics? r’
Answer:
- Walking or Step on Parallel Bar.
- Rising the Bar
- Front Roll
Question 5.
What does Gymnastics imply?
Answer:
Gymnastics helps to develop strong muscles and make the body flexible, active and vigil. Gymnastics is, in fact, a test of strength, balance and co-ordination. The Gymnast has full control over his body and he knows how to balance it. Gymnastics is systematised form of exercises designed to produce effect of the organism.
Question 6.
Write the names of any four floor exercises.
Answer:
Forward Roll, Backward Roll, Cart Wheel, Head Stand.
Question 7.
Name the different skills which can be demonstrated on the Horizontal Bar.
Answer:
Pull up, Leg exercises, Swaying the legs in the air, Jump to front support, raising the lower half of the body etc. are performed.
Question 8.
Name the gymnastics apparatus for Men.
Answer:
Parallel Bar, Pommel Horse.
Question 9.
What does Acrobatics mean? Name its two types of competitions.
Answer:
Aerobatics is a physical activity enabling the youths or to develop skills, proficiency, self confidence, sense of security and adventure.
Important Acrobatics Activities:
- Stick wrest.
- Kangaroo March.
Question 10.
What does the concept of Malkhambh imply? Write about its cross grip exercise.
Answer:
Malkhambh is a wooden pole which is 8 to 10 feet high. A portion of the Malkhambh is firmly buried in the ground. It is thicker at the bottom (15 cm or 6”) and narrow at the top (10 mm). Before putting it to use it is treated with oil to make it smooth and slippery. Malkhambh cross grip: They stand beside the Malkhambh with their hands raised up, bring out their feet and grip at the pole with their thigh with the scissor grip and sway their body in the air in different directions. ‘
Long Answer Type Questions
Question 1.
Explain the Roman Ring and Pommel Horse gymnastics.
Answer:
Roman Ring:
The gymnast takes a jump to the rings, grips at them with both the hands. Then he swings his whole body with jerks so as to speed up the swinging motion. While swinging he may turn upside down by forcing his feet through both the hands and later he balances his body on the hands. He can demonstrate many more skills as Back circle to back hang, Back lever, Back uprise, Muscle up, Swinging with straddle cut etc.
Pommel Horse:
Pommel Horse consists of a steel metal horse body covered with leather/synthetic material and wooden/synthetic grips. The base of the Pommel Horse should be stable and free from vibrations. Its length, breadth and height from floor are approximately 1600 mm, 350 mm and 1100 mm respectively. Distance between Pommels is 400-450 mm.
The following skills can be demonstrated on the Pommel Horse:
- Single leg cut (under cut)
- Full leg circle.
- Scissors backward and forward.
- Mount on the Pommel Horse.
- Front support Position.
Question 2.
Write about the skipping exercise for women.
Answer:
Skipping (Fancy floor Exercise):
The gymnast needs a rope to do the floor exercise. He/she holds with his/her hands both the ends of the rope firmly and takes the rope, in this position backward to stay it close to the ankles, both the feet remain joined together. By applying force of the hands, shoulders and elbows the rope is brought forwards from above the head and both the feet are raised up with a jump so as to let the rope pass below them to go to the back.
This process is repeated slowly in the beginning but its pace is increased gradually. Before starting this exercise the gymnast should keep his/her body straight and do jogging or other exercises to warm up the body. The process of skipping can be repeated 60 times depending upon one’s physical condition. This exercise is good for wrists, elbows, feet, ankles and shoulders, activates blood circulation and reduces body obesity. The body becomes stout and strong. This exercise should be done in the open air.
Question 3.
Explain the Nine boys and Eleven boys pyramid exercises.
Answer:
Pyramid of Nine Gymnasts:
Four gymnasts sit on their knees and hands in the posture of horse parallel to the floor. The other light weight three gymnasts stand on their backs, holding each other’s hands. Two gymnasts on the sides balance themselves on their heads and their legs are held firmly by the two standing on sides with their left and right hands.
Pyramid of Eleven Gymnasts:
Out of the eleven gymnasts the four sit on their knees, their hands touching the floor and their waist in
Question 4.
Write briefly about some of the floor exercises.
Answer:
Floor Exercises are performed on the floor without the use of apparatus. These are the simplest exercises. Only a thick mattress of foam or rubber is required to do the floor exercises. The mattress is spread on the floor to avoid any jerk or injury to the gymnast’s body. They make the body flexible. They in fact, prepare the body for the apparatus exercises.
A few floor exercises are given here:
- Forward Roll:
In this exercise the gymnast stands on the rubber mattress and keeps his hands parallel to the ground. He, then sets his palms firmly on the mattress and also bends his knees to stay them on the mattress. He bends his neck inward between his arms and also bends his elbows and rolls forward on his waist. While rolling he should keep his knees bent together near his chest so as to avoid any problem in rolling. - Backward Roll:
The Gymnast stands besides the thick mattress. He bending his neck and waist backward, sits on the floor. He rotates his feet in a semi-circular position towards his head and then rests his palms on the floor and rolls backward. He keeps his stretched legs unbent during the backward roll.
Question 5.
What are the advantages of gymnastics? Also, explain the Balance Beam exercises.
Answer:
Gymnastics helps to develop strong muscles and make the body flexible, active and vigil. Gymnastics is, in fact, a test of strength, balance and co-ordination. The Gymnast has full control over his body and he knows how to balance it. Gymnastics is systematised form of exercises designed to produce effect of the organism.
The Balance Beam is a rectangular apparatus made of wood or metal with the iron or steel base, at its two ends, for support.The beam should rest on four struts (2 on each side) so-as to keep the apparatus stable and free from vibrations. Length and width of the Beam are—5000 mm and 100 mm respectively. Height of the supporting frames from the floor is 120 cm. (1200 mm) A good body balance and mental concentration are the main essentials for the Balance Beam exercises.
All the balance beam exercises demonstrate gymnast’s body balance, his good posture, coordination and beautification. For the Balance Beam exercise it is necessary to practise, first the preliminary exercises as rising up the beam and getting down the beam. It is meant for the girl students.
Question 6.
Which important points should be kept in mind for Acrobatics? Explain any three acrobatics games?
Answer:
As a caution the following considerations should be kept in mind:
- Practise acrobatics only with the competitors of the same age, weight and sex.
- Use adequately, mattresses and durries.
- Make arrangement for security guards and first aid-box.
- Practise acrobatics under the guidance of only specialists or expert guides.
- Warm up your body before acrobatics.
- Use the dress kit suiting the acrobatic activity.
- Learn the skills or techniques thoroughly before practising acrobatics.
Stick Wrest:
Both the competitors stand face to face holding 1 foot to 1(4 feet long stick of strong wood with their hands. At the call of the singnal or on hearing the whistle sound both the competitors try to loosen each other’s grip at the stick. One who succeeds is the winner. Changing hands and lifting of feet from the floor are not allowed. It can be repeated in 3 to 5 rounds.
Kangaroo March:
One of the competitors rests his both the hands on the floor, raises his legs and takes them to the back of the opponent’s waist supported by his thighs (opponent’s thighs). He, then, makes scissor cross of his ankles firmly and sways his body, keeping his waist raised. The opponent (Who lifts the weight) catches the ankles of the player with his both the hands, at the back of his waist. In this position the weight holder walks three meters and comes back the same distance Now the other competitor i.e., the weight holder repeats the same process and one who covers the distance in the minimum duration, is the winner. The game can be played in two to three rounds.
Hopping Tug of War:
Both the competitors stand face to face, hold each other’s opposite palms, move their second hand a little back and catch firmly their respective opposite legs bent at the knee. On hearing the whistle or at the call of any other signal the competitors try to disturb each other’s balance. One whose balance is disturbed is the loser and the other is the winner. This is practised in 3 to 5 rounds to reach the final decision.
ADDITIONAL QUESTIONS SOLVED
Multiple Choice Questions
Question 1.
Pick out the odd one from the following:
(a) Pommel Horse
(b) Halasana
(c) Mayurasana
(d) Shirshasana
Answer:
(a).
Question 2.
When was gymnastics included in Olympic games?
(a) Paris, 1924
(b) Tokyo, 1960
(c) Los Angeles, 1984
(d) Montreal, 1972
Answer:
(a).
Short Answer Type Questions
Question 1.
Name the Romanian gymnast who recorded a Perfect 10 in the Munich Olympics, in gymnastics.
Answer:
Nadia Comaneci, a Romanian gymnast recorded a perfect 10 in Beam Gymnastics during Munich Olympics, 1976. She was only 14 years old.
Question 2.
What are the types of gymnastics?
Answer:
The gymnastics exercises are classified as
- Floor exercises,
- Apparatus Exercises.
(1) Floor exercises are performed on the floor without the use of apparatus. A mattress is spread on the floor to avoid injury to the gymnast’s body.
(2) Apparatus gymnastics are performed with apparatus like Parallel bar, Horizontal bar, Vaulting Horse, Pommel Horse and Balance beam.
Question 3.
Give a brief history of gymnastics.
Answer:
In 2600 B.C. some gymnastic exercises were done in China but the actual development began in Greece and Rome. In the year 1924, gymnastics was included in Olympic Games in Paris. In 1974 it was included in the Asian Games held in Teheran.
Long Answer Type Questions
Question 1.
Write in detail the benefits of Gymnastics.
Answer:
Gymnastics is the mother of all games and sports. Gymnasts find it easy to learn and play other games. Gymnasts are likely to attain proficiency in other games and sports because gymnastics makes the body flexible and muscles strong. Greek philosopher Aristotle recognised the significance of music and, gymnastics in education. He said education devoid of music and gymnastics is incomplete. Gymnastics help to accelerate different physical motor activities like speed, strength, flexibility and agility. Gymnastics produces men of wisdom and men of action.
Question 2.
Give some general information about the pyramid exercises.
Answer:
Pyramid exercises are group exercises in which 3 or more persons participate to form a pyramid-like structure. The pyramid exercise has been so named because gymnasts form the Egyptian type pyramid structure. The bodies of gymnasts forming pyramid-like structures should be strong and flexible. They must have excellent balance as they have to balance 2 or 3 other gymnasts on their back, shoulders and knees.
Hence their back, shoulders, knees and hands should be strong enough to hold and bear the weights of other gymnasts. The body should be very flexible as it has to be turned and bent at various angles. Hence flexibility, strength, endurance, coordination, self-confidence and balancing power are needed by a gymnast forming a pyramid.
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