Question 8
(a) mention four injuries associated with gymnastics. [4 marks]
(b) Explain the following terms as used in gymnastics:
(i) spotting; [2 marks]
(ii) vualter; [2 marks]
(iii) double take off. [2 marks]
Observation
This question was attempted by majority of the candidates and their performance was good.
In part (a) (i) many candidates were able to mention injuries associated with gymnastics.
In part (b) they did well in it.
However, the expected answers are as follows:
8(a) INJURIES COMMON IN GYMNASTICS
- dislocation
- sprain
- strain
- fracture
- muscle pull/ cramps
- muscle tears
(b) EXPLANATION OF TERMS AS USED IN GYMNASTICS
(i) SPOTTING
The act of providing supports to a performer/ named during gymnastic activities
(ii) VAULTER
A gymnast who perform vaulting activities
(iii) DOUBLE TAKE OFF