CBSE | DEPARTMENT OF SKILL EDUCATION

PHYSICAL ACTIVITY TRAINER (SUBJECT CODE - 418)

BLUE PRINT FOR SAMPLE QUESTION PAPER - 1 (PRACTICE PAPER-1)
CLASS X (SESSION 2024-2025)
Max. Time: 2 Hours Max. Marks: 50

PART A - EMPLOYABILITY SKILLS (10 MARKS):

OBJECTIVE TYPE SHORT ANSWER
UNIT QUESTIONS TYPE QUESTIONS TOTAL
NAME OF THE UNIT
NO. QUESTIONS
1 MARK EACH 2 MARKS EACH

1 Communication Skills - II 1 1 2
2 Self-Management Skills - II 2 1 3
3 ICT Skills - II 1 1 2
4 Entrepreneurial Skills - II 1 1 2
5 Green Skills - II 1 1 2
TOTAL QUESTIONS 6 5 11
NO. OF QUESTIONS TO BE ANSWERED Any 4 Any 3 07
TOTAL MARKS 1x4=4 2x3=6 10 MARKS

PART B - SUBJECT SPECIFIC SKILLS (40 MARKS):

SHORT DESCRIPTIVE
OBJECTIVE
ANSWER / LONG ANS.
TYPE
UNIT TYPE TYPE TOTAL
NAME OF THE UNIT QUESTIONS
NO. QUESTIONS QUESTIONS QUESTIONS
1 MARK 2 MARKS 4 MARKS
EACH EACH EACH
Roles and responsibility of a
1 6 1 1 8
physical activity facilitator
Assessment and evolution of
2 6 2 2 9
students

3 Free Play 6 1 1 9

Monitoring and inventory

4 6 2 1 9
management
TOTAL QUESTIONS 24 6 5 35
NO. OF QUESTIONS
20 Any 4 Any 3 27
TO BE ANSWERED
TOTAL MARKS 1 x 20 = 20 2x4=8 4 x 3 = 12 40 MARKS

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 CBSE | DEPARTMENT OF SKILL EDUCATION
PHYSICAL ACTIVITY TRAINER (SUBJECT CODE - 418)
SAMPLE QUESTION PAPER - 1 (PRACTICE PAPER-1)
CLASS X (SESSION 2024-2025)
Max. Time: 2 Hours Max. Marks: 50

General Instructions:
1. Please read the instructions carefully.
2. This Question Paper consists of 21 questions in two sections: Section A & Section B.
3. Section A has Objective type questions whereas Section B contains Subjective type questions.
4. Out of the given (5 + 16 =) 21 questions, a candidate has to answer (5 + 10 =) 15 questions in
the allotted (maximum) time of 2 hours.
5. All questions of a particular section must be attempted in the correct order.
6. SECTION A - OBJECTIVE TYPE QUESTIONS (24 MARKS):
i. This section has 05 questions.
ii. Marks allotted are mentioned against each question/part.
iii. There is no negative marking.
iv. Do as per the instructions given.
7. SECTION B – SUBJECTIVE TYPE QUESTIONS (26 MARKS):
i. This section has 16 questions.
ii. A candidate has to do 10 questions.
iii. Do as per the instructions given.
iv. Marks allotted are mentioned against each question/part.

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 SECTION A: OBJECTIVE TYPE QUESTIONS

Q. 1 Answer any 4 out of the given 6 questions on Employability Skills (1x4=4 marks) Marks
i. What is the origin of the word 'communication'? 1
A) From the Greek word "communis" meaning 'common'
B) From the Latin word "commūnicāre" meaning 'to share'
C) From the French word "communique" meaning 'to exchange'
D) From the Sanskrit word "sambandha" meaning 'relation'
ii. What are stressors in the context of stress management? 1
A) Situations that cause relaxation and calmness
B) Situations that do not affect an individual's well-being
C) Situations that lead to emotional, mental, physical, or social reactions
D) Situations that are always positive and desirable
iii. What is emotional intelligence? 1
A) The ability to ignore one's emotions
B) The ability to identify and manage one’s own emotions, as well as the emotions of
others
C) The ability to suppress emotions entirely
D) The ability to react impulsively to emotional triggers
iv. What do navigation keys, such as HOME and END, do on a keyboard? 1
A) Move the cursor to the left/right end of a line of text
B) Delete characters to the right of the cursor
C) Move one page up and one page down in a document
D) Overwrite characters to the right of the cursor
v. What does the demand mean in the context of entrepreneurship? 1
A) A product or service that entrepreneurs want
B) A product or service that people want
C) A product or service that is no longer needed
D) A product or service that is difficult to sell
vi. What is the primary goal of sustainable agriculture, as mentioned in the passage? 1
A) Maximizing production at any cost
B) Using chemical fertilizers extensively to boost crop yield
C) Producing agricultural crops or livestock without damage to human or natural
systems
D) Utilizing large quantities of water for irrigation
Q. 2 Answer any 5 out of the given 6 questions (1 x 5 = 5 marks)
i. What is the primary responsibility of a Physical Activity Facilitator? 1
A. Conducting academic classes
B. Organizing cultural events
C. Educating students in health, fitness, and sports
D. Managing administrative tasks
ii. Which program focuses on developing skills through physical activities within a group or 1
community?
A. Service Program
B. Intramural Program
C. Extramural Program
D. Fitness and Recreational Programs

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 iii. What is the aim of the Adventurous Activities mentioned in the passage? 1
A. Enhancing intellectual skills
B. Providing relaxation
C. Offering thrill and action
D. Promoting cultural understanding
iv. What is the purpose of Corrective and Rehabilitative Exercises in Physical Education 1
programs?
A. Enhancing physical fitness
B. Fostering team spirit
C. Addressing defects or injuries for correction
D. Promoting recreational activities
v. According to the National Curriculum Framework - 2005, what activities can be conducted 1
during a school assembly?
A. Only reading headlines of the morning newspaper
B. Only performing physical exercises
C. Reading headlines, performing physical exercises, singing the national anthem, and
other activities like storytelling and inviting guest speakers
D. None of the above
vi. What is one of the key recommendations for organizing a proper assembly according to 1
the passage?
A. Allowing students to enter the assembly area without any supervision
B. Categorizing tasks into before, during, and after the assembly
C. Allocating places to classes during the assembly
D. Conducting academic lectures during the assembly
Q. 3 Answer any 5 out of the given 6 questions (1 x 5 = 5 marks)
i. What is the primary purpose of assessment in the context of teaching and learning? 1
A. Providing grades to students
B. Making judgments about what has been learn and enhancing learning
C. Summarizing the entire course content
D. Evaluating the quality of instruction
ii. What does the word 'assessment' mean etymologically? 1
A. To sit beside the learner
B. To judge student performance
C. To evaluate the final outcome
D. To monitor student progress
iii. What does formative evaluation primarily aim to achieve? 1
A. Providing closure to the assessment process
B. Monitoring students' learning progress and providing ongoing feedback
C. Evaluating the outcome of the program
D. Identifying students' strengths and weaknesses
iv. What does Balance in skill-related fitness refer to? 1
A. The ability to maintain equilibrium in a stationary position
B. The ability to perform the right movement in a sport
C. Swift change of direction while moving
D. Body composition in terms of body fat and lean tissue
v. Which formula is used to calculate Body Mass Index (BMI)? 1
A. Weight / Height
B. Height / Weight
C. Weight × Height
D. Weight / Height^2

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 vi. What is the primary focus of Skill Related Fitness? 1
A. General well-being and overall fitness
B. Cardiovascular endurance and muscular strength
C. Neuromuscular system and specific skill performance
D. Flexibility and body composition
Q. 4 Answer any 5 out of the given 6 questions (1 x 5 = 5 marks)
i. How is a game defined? 1
A. A structured physical activity without rules
B. A recreational activity without competition
C. A recreational activity with a defined goal and set of rules
D. A competitive activity without entertainment
ii. What is the primary purpose of free play? 1
A. Competition
B. Entertainment and enjoyment
C. Exercise and fitness
D. Skill development
iii. What is a potential disadvantage of excess usage of Free Play? 1
A. Enhanced creativity
B. Conflicts among participants
C. Better communication skills
D. Improved techniques
iv. What is the key learning outcome of the free play session? 1
A. Understanding the history of sports
B. Differentiating between sports and games
C. Identifying free-play activities and their advantages/disadvantages
D. Mastering complex physical activities
v. When does a play become structured? 1
A. When it involves competition
B. When it is conducted impromptu
C. When it is planned and conducted step by step
D. When it is supervised by adults
vi. What is one of the disadvantages of excess usage of Free Play in physical activities for 1
children?
A. Retains interest
B. Facilitates assessment
C. May develop wrong techniques
D. Enhances progress tracking
Q. 5 Answer any 5 out of the given 6 questions (1 x 5 = 5 marks)
i. Which factor is essential to consider while selecting sports equipment or props? 1
A. Color preference
B. Weight of the equipment
C. Age appropriateness
D. Brand popularity
ii. What does "Industry Standard" mean in the context of sports equipment selection? 1
A. Equipment made from metal
B. Equipment manufactured as per industry guidelines
C. Equipment endorsed by famous athletes
D. Equipment with high resale value

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 iii. Why is it crucial to match the sports type with the equipment used? 1
A. To confuse the players
B. To improve the aesthetics of the game
C. To enhance player safety and game quality
D. To challenge the players
iv. How does the budget affect the selection of sports quipment and props? 1
A. Budget does not impact the selection of sports equipment
B. Higher budget always leads to better equipment quality
C. Budget determines the quantity and quality of equipment that can be purchased
D. Lower budget ensures better equipment durability
v. What is the purpose of a stopwatch in sports activities? 1
A. To measure distance
B. To keep track of time
C. To indicate player positions
D. To calculate scores
vi. Why is customization necessary for sports equipment used by small groups of learners? 1
A. To match the equipment with the team's uniform
B. To confuse opponents
C. To ensure fair play
D. To adapt to the learners' needs and group size

SECTION B: SUBJECTIVE TYPE QUESTIONS

Answer any 3 out of the given 5 questions on Employability Skills (2 x 3 = 6 marks)
Answer each question in 20 – 30 words.
Q. 6 What is the difference between direct and indirect objects in a sentence? 2
Q. 7 What is the importance of self-awareness in analyzing strengths and weaknesses? 2
Q. 8 What are the two ways in which personal information can be lost or leaked from a 2
computer?
Q. 9 What are qualities of an entrepreneur mentioned in the passage? 2
Q. 10 Explain the importance of education in the context of sustainable development. 2
Answer any 4 out of the given 6 questions in 20 – 30 words each (2 x 4 = 8 marks)
Q. 11 What are the key qualities of a good Physical Education Teacher or Sports Coach? 2
Q. 12 What are the components of Health Related Fitness and how can they be 2
assessed?
Q. 13 Describe the importance of creating an assessment and evaluation plan in physical 2
education.
Q. 14 What is free play? 2
Q. 15 Define the term 'sport' and explain its characteristics. 2
Q. 16 What does the term 'inventory' refer to in the context of physical 2
education?
Answer any 3 out of the given 5 questions in 50– 80 words each (4 x 3 = 12 marks)
Q. 17 What are the different components of Physical Education programs conducted by 4
Physical Activity Facilitators?
Q. 18 Why is it essential to prepare an assessment report in physical education? 4
Q. 19 Explain the skill-related components of physical fitness with examples. 4
Q. 20 Write two advantages and disadvantages of free play. 4
Q. 21 Why is it important to conduct periodic audits of inventory? 4

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