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This article provides complete step-by-step solutions for all assessment questions from Chapter 5 “Individual Games and Sports II” of Class 10 Physical Education. The solutions are written in simple English Unicode format so they can easily be uploaded to educational portals and study websites.

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Topic	Details
Class	10
Subject	Physical Education
Chapter	Individual Games and Sports II
Sports Covered	Badminton, Gymnastics, Table Tennis, Tennis, Swimming
Useful For	Board Exams, Assignments, Revision
Format	Question-wise Solutions

Concepts Used (Topics Covered)

Badminton Court and Rules
Gymnastics Events
Table Tennis Skills and Techniques
Tennis Scoring System
Swimming Rules and Techniques
Sports Equipment and Measurements

Important Formulas / Measurements

Badminton

Singles Court Width = 5.18 m
Full Court Length = 13.4 m
Net Height at Centre = 1.524 m

Table Tennis

Table Length = 9 ft
Table Width = 5 ft
Net Height = 6 inches

Tennis

Singles Court Width = 27 ft
Court Length = 78 ft
Net Height at Centre = 3 ft

Swimming

Standard Pool Length = 50 m
Standard Pool Width = 25 m

Questions & Step-by-Step Solutions with Explanation

BADMINTON SOLUTIONS

I. Answer the Following Questions

Q1. What are the types of events in Badminton?

Solution:

The types of events in badminton are:

Men’s Singles
Women’s Singles
Men’s Doubles
Women’s Doubles
Mixed Doubles
Team Events

Explanation:

Badminton can be played individually or in teams. Mixed doubles include one male and one female player.

Q2. Which motor skill do you enjoy the most and why during a game of badminton?

Solution:

I enjoy the smashing skill the most because it is fast, powerful, and helps in scoring points quickly.

Explanation:

Smash requires speed, timing, and coordination, making the game exciting.

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Q3. Explain the badminton technique you like most. Why?

Solution:

My favorite badminton technique is the forehand grip because it helps in hitting powerful and accurate shots.

Explanation:

The forehand grip gives better control and flexibility during rallies.

II. Fill in the Blanks

Measurement of badminton court for singles is 5.18 metres.
Height of the poles from the floor is 1.55 metres.
Weight of the shuttle cock is 4.74 gm to 5.50 gm.
Number of feathers in a shuttle cock are 16.

III. State whether True or False

Four players are required to start a game. — False
International Badminton Federation was founded in 1934. — True
Player can leave the court at any time. — False
Breadth of badminton net is 2’6”. — True

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GYMNASTICS SOLUTIONS

I. Answer the Following Questions

Q1. What is the difference between gymnastics events for men and women?

Solution:

Men compete in six events while women compete in four events.

Men’s Events:

Floor Exercise
Pommel Horse
Still Rings
Vault
Parallel Bars
Horizontal Bar

Women’s Events:

Floor Exercise
Vault
Uneven Bars
Balance Beam

Explanation:

Some apparatus are specially designed for male and female competitions.

II. Fill in the Blanks

Rhythmic Gymnastics was included in Olympic games in 1984 at Los Angeles.
Measurement of floor for floor exercises is 12 × 12 metre.
Length of balancing beam is 500 cm.
Gymnastic team consists of 6 players.
A official can wait for 30 minutes, if a player has not arrived in time.

III. State whether True or False

Uneven bar is a men’s event. — False
Balancing beam is a women’s event. — True
Pommel horse is a men’s event. — True
Parallel bar is a men’s event. — True
International Gymnastic Federation was founded in the year 1881. — True

TABLE TENNIS SOLUTIONS

I. Answer the Following Questions

Q1. Which motor skill did you enjoy the most in table tennis game and why?

Solution:

I enjoy the smash skill the most because it is aggressive and helps in winning points quickly.

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Q2. Give three landmarks in the development of table tennis.

Solution:

ITTF was formed in 1926.
First World Championship was held in London in 1926.
Table Tennis became an Olympic sport in 1988.

Q3. Define the terms drive and smash as used in table tennis.

Solution:

Drive:

A drive is an offensive stroke played with speed and control.

Smash:

A smash is a powerful attacking shot hit with maximum force.

Q4. Write in brief the history of table tennis.

Solution:

Table Tennis originated in England during the 19th century. David Foster patented the game in 1890. ITTF was founded in 1926 and the game became an Olympic sport in 1988.

Q5. List the equipments required in table tennis.

Solution:

Table
Net
Ball
Racket
Shoes

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II. Fill in the Blanks

The table used in table tennis is 9 feet long 5 feet wide and 2.5 feet high.
Net is 6 inches high from the table.
A game of table tennis is played up to 11 points.
A player or the pair who first scores 11 points wins unless both players and pairs score 10 points.
If a player causes the table to move whilst the ball is in play, player loses a point.
A player shall score a point if his opponent’s free hand touches the playing surface or the net assembly.

TENNIS SOLUTIONS

I. Answer the Following Questions

Q1. When does a game point occur in tennis?

Solution:

A game point occurs when a player needs only one more point to win the game.

Q2. What is a break point in tennis?

Solution:

A break point occurs when the receiver has a chance to win the game on the opponent’s serve.

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Q3. How is the scoring done in a tennis match?

Solution:

Scoring in tennis is done as:

Love = 0
15 = 1 point
30 = 2 points
40 = 3 points
Deuce = 40-40
Advantage = One point lead after deuce

A match is won by winning sets.

II. Fill in the Blanks

The frame of the hitting area may not be more than 29 inches in length.
Tennis balls are of hollow rubber with a felt coating. Traditionally white, the predominant color was gradually changed to optic yellow.
The tennis court is 78 feet long and 27 feet wide for singles matches.
The lines that delineate the width of the court are called the baseline.
Women play 3 set matches, while men play 5 set matches.

SWIMMING SOLUTIONS

I. Answer the Following Questions

Q1. Which stroke is the slowest?

Solution:

Breaststroke is the slowest swimming stroke.

Q2. List down the diving events of men and women.

Solution:

Springboard Diving
Platform Diving
Synchronized Diving

Q3. Explain the technique of any stroke of your choice.

Solution:

Front Crawl Technique:

The swimmer moves arms alternately.
Flutter kick is used.
Face turns sideways for breathing.
Body remains streamlined in water.

Explanation:

Front crawl is the fastest swimming stroke and is widely used in freestyle events.

II. Fill in the Blanks

Standard swimming pool should be of 50 mts length and 25 mts width.
There are 8 lanes in standard swimming pool.
Width of lane is 2.5 metres.
Height of starting platform is 0.5 to 0.75 metre.

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III. State whether True or False

A swimmer can change the lane after start. — False
The fourth lane is given to the best swimmer. — True
Roll over turn is permitted in backstroke. — True

Common Mistakes

Confusing singles and doubles court measurements
Writing wrong tennis scoring sequence
Mixing offensive and defensive strokes in table tennis
Forgetting swimming lane rules
Incorrect identification of gymnastics events

Exam Tips

Learn all important measurements carefully.
Remember rules and terminology for each sport.
Practice fill in the blanks regularly.
Revise scoring systems of tennis and table tennis.
Focus on differences between men’s and women’s gymnastics events.

Practice MCQs

1. How many feathers are used in a badminton shuttlecock?

A. 12
B. 14
C. 16
D. 18

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Answer:

C. 16

2. Which stroke is the slowest in swimming?

A. Butterfly
B. Freestyle
C. Backstroke
D. Breaststroke

Answer:

D. Breaststroke

3. Table Tennis became an Olympic sport in:

A. 1980
B. 1984
C. 1988
D. 1992

Answer:

C. 1988

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4. What is the height of a table tennis net?

A. 4 inches
B. 5 inches
C. 6 inches
D. 8 inches

Answer:

C. 6 inches

5. Which gymnastics event is only for women?

A. Pommel Horse
B. Parallel Bars
C. Balance Beam
D. Rings

Answer:

C. Balance Beam

FAQ Section

Q1. Which is the fastest swimming stroke?

Freestyle or Front Crawl is the fastest swimming stroke.

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Q2. What is deuce in tennis?

When both players score 40-40, it is called deuce.

Q3. How many players are there in doubles badminton?

There are four players in doubles badminton.

Q4. What is the standard length of a tennis court?

The standard length is 78 feet.

Q5. What is the full form of ITTF?

International Table Tennis Federation.

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