The candidates' weaknesses include their inability to:
(1) prepare for the examination adequately
(2) get exposed to practical physical education
(3) mention stages involved in the execution of triple jump in athletics
(4) explain what makes a referee to award the hits in a game of hockey for short-
comer, goal-hit, push-in (5) name the parts labelled I - VI in handball court
(6) explain when a goal is considered to have been scored in a game of handball
(7) state offences that could lead to the award of a penalty shot in a hockey game
(8) explain the terms in badminton, clear and drop shot
(9) state differences between service in badminton game and service in tennis game.
(10) give instance when a receiver could win a point in table tennis game
(11) mention skills common to both tennis game and table tennis game
(12) mention the order of service in double game in tennis
(13) explain the terms used in table tennis game, the chop and the stance
(14) explain the following terms in gymnastics: mat work and box work
(15) mention gymnastic activities that involve double take-off during execution
(16) state characteristics of vaulting activities in gymnastics
(17) mention safety measures to be taken by a performer during the execution of
a gymnastic activity
(18) explain the terms as used in gymnastics: vaulter, double take-off and calisthenics
(19) state reasons why it is important to warm up before participating in gymnastic activities
(20) state safety precautions to be observed when performing vaulting activities
in gymnastics.
The following remedies were suggested to overcome the weaknesses:
Candidates should
(1) be more depth in English Language to improve their written form or habit
(2) be exposed to amusement parks, recreational centres and stadia
(3) involve themselves in organization oflocal school community and international competitions for better understanding of the subject
(4) read extensively and make sure teachers cover the syllabus before the examination period.