Observation

This question was popular among the candidates, as majority of them responded to it.
In part (a), majority of the candidates were able to explain beating the gun.
In part (b), majority of the candidates could explain heats

The expected answers are as follow:

Qualities of a good Sprinter

- agility
- flexibility
- good reaction time
- concentration
- physical strength
- balance
- alertness
- speed
- power
- higher muscular definition/possession of massive muscles
- powerful arms and legs.

(b) Explanation on the following athletics terms

(i) Beating the gun
Starting a race before the starter’s command/making a false start/taking off from the starting position before the gun is fired.

(ii) Heats
A preliminary trial/race to reduce a large number of competitors before the final event.
A race/contest in which a competitor attempts to qualify for entry in the final race/contest.