Class-11 (Answer Module)

Subject - Physical Education

(Unit-7) Test , measurement and evaluation

Very Short Answer Type Questions (30 WORDS)

Q1. Define Test .
Ans. In scientific terms test is an instrument or tool used to obtain data on specific traits
/ characteristics of an individual or group . Test has to be administered . it may be in
form of scale, measuring tape ,thermometer test is requisite for all measurements. A
good test should measure the quality for which it is to be used. It should be simple ,
accurate and easy to administer.
Q2. Mention the health related fitness measurement tools ( Anthropometric tools)
Ans. Following anthropometric tools are used for measuring the following things :-
For Cheking Height Stadio Meter
For Checking Weight Weighhing Machine
For Checking Flexiblity Of Joint Flexometer
For Checking Bone Length Bone Caliper
For Checking Fat Skin Fold Caliper
For Checking Strength Dynamo Meter
Forchecking Blood Pressure Blood Pressure Apparatus
For Checking Blood Sugar Gluco Meter
For Checking Chest Beats Stethoscope
Q3. Define Evaluation.
Ans. Test and measurement are the prerequisites for evaluation . The evaluation tells the
worth or progress of the individual or group. It is basically a subjective judgement
based upon interpretation or analysis of data / scores gained from the test.

Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)

Q4. Test is :-
a)Tool or instrument ,or questionnaire to collect data.
b)Raw score c)Subjective opinion d)All of the above.
Ans. a) Tool or instrument ,or questionnaire to collect data.
Q5. BMI means :-
a)Body muscles index b)Body mass index
c)Basic mass index d)None of the above
ans. b) Body mass index
Q6. For healthy person the BMI falls between :-
a) 30 above
b) 25 to 30
c) 15 to 20
d) 20 to 25
Ans. d) 20 to 25
Q7. WHR test means :-
a) Waist hip ratio
b) Weight height ratio
c) Waist height ratio
d) None of the above
Ans. a) Waist hip ratio
Q8. Body mass index measures the :-
a) Health of Individual
b) Fitness of individual
c) Fat component of individual
d) Weight of individual
Ans. b) Fitness of individual
Q9. Ectomorphic person is :-
a) Heavy weight shaped
b) Lean and thin shaped
c) Musculature shaped
d) Short in height
Ans. b) Lean and thin shaped
Q10. Body fat can be measured by :-
a) Flexometer
b) Dynometer
c) Skin fold caliper
d) Weighing machine
Ans. c) Skin fold caliper
Short Answer Type Questions ( 60 WORDS)
Q11. Define Measurements .
Ans. Measurement is an act or process that involves the assignment of numerical values
to whatever is being tested , It is an aid to evaluate , it consists of numerical values
or scientific scores by expert and also known as raw score.
Measurement refers to the process of administrating a test to obtain quantitative
data. The application of measurement in sports is such that the various tests taken
by a person is translated in numerical values which can be used for comparison
with pre-existing criteria and standards to arrive at an analysis of certain aspects.
Q12. How Waist –hip- ratio test is administered ?
Ans. WHR means Waist –hip-ratio . This is the ratio of circumference of waist to that of
the hips.
Purpose :- To determine the ratio of waist to hip circumference related to risk of
health.
Test administration :- It is calculated by measuring the smaller circumference of the
waist and dividing by the hip circumference at the widest part of buttocks or hip.
The ratio is applied both to men and women.
Evaluation of test :- WHR is good indicator of health and attractiveness of a person .
the ratio 0.7 is considered good and health among women , whereas the ratio at
around 0.9 is considered health among men.
Long Answer Type Questions (120-150 WORDS)
Q13. Describe the importance of test and measurements in sports .
Ans. The importance of test , measurement and evaluation cannot be counted . There are
numerous important reasons of using measurements and evaluation procedures in
physical education and sports. The importance of test and measurements in sports .
The importance of test and measurements in sports are :-
a) Classification of sportspersons :-
b) Selection of sports person :-
c) Testing of training effects :-
d) Individualisation of training programme :-
e) Motivation of sportspersons :-
f) To achieve goals and objectives specifically :-
 g) To study the development of sportsperson :-
h) To prepare standards or norms :-
i) To conduct research work :-
j) To compare and evaluate training methods :-
Q14. Explain the various types of body categories.
Ans. It is classification of human body according to its shape and physique. it was
developed by W.H Sheldon .
According to Sheldon all athletes are made up of three extreme body types.
Endomorphic (711) :-
Mesomorphic (171) :-
Ectomorphic (117) :-
Q15. Describe the body mass index test (BMI).
Ans. BMI stands for body mass index . this formula and index was formulated by Belgian
quetelet .this fitness testing is used to measure body composition on the basis of
weight and height .
BMI helps a person to know whether he is underweight , normal weight or
overweight , thus accordingly diet and workout can be done to gain or to reduce
weight.
Purpose :- To measure the general health of individual by body composition.
Test administration :- In this testing /index the health and fitness abilities of
individual is based upon the relationship of height and weight . BMI is calculated by
taking persons weight in kg /gms and dividing by height mt./cm .
Use table to determine your BMI rating
CATEGORY MEN WOMEN
Underweight range Less than 20 Less than 19

Healthy range 20 to 25 19 to 24

Overweight range 26 to 30 25 to 30

Obese range More than 30 More than 30