Phed 205:Athletic 1 Track Events Question Paper
Phed 205:Athletic 1 Track Events
Course:Education
Institution: Kenya Methodist University question papers
Exam Year:2012
KENYA METHODIST UNIVERSITY
END OF 1''st ''TRIMESTER 2012 (SCHOOL BASED) EXAMINATIONS
FACULTY : EDUCATION AND SOCIAL SCIENCES
DEPARTMENT : EDUCATION
UNIT CODE : PHED 205
UNIT TITLE : ATHLETIC 1: TRACK EVENTS
TIME : 2 HOURS
Instructions: Answer Question ONE and any other TWO Questions.
Question One
Identify FOUR events in hurdling races.
(4 Marks)
Briefly describe the equipments used in hurdling events.
(6 Marks)
Mention the rules to be observed during hurdling races.
(4 Marks)
Briefly explain the technique used in steeplechase using the heading below
(6 Marks)
Take-off
Flight
Landing
Question Two
What is the purpose of continuous training.
(4 Marks)
Define the following terms as used in training.
(4 Marks)
Circuit training
Interval training
Citing examples, prepare and illustrate a circuit to train athletes.
(12 Marks)
Question Three
Analyse the role played by athletic officials in an athletic meet.
(10 Marks)
Explain how a tie is broken in combined events.
(10 Marks)
Question Four
Define race walking in athletics.
(3 Marks)
Explain the skills used in race walking using the following headings.
(12 Marks)
Arm action
Hip action
Leg movement
Question Five
Mention THREE types of start in sprints.
(3 Marks)
Explain the position of the body during the commands.
(9 Marks)
"On your Marks"
"Set"
"Go"
What constitute a false start in sprints.
(6 Marks)
Explain the term "Blanket Finish"
(2 Marks)
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