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Date May 2021 Marks available 2 Reference code 21M.2.SL.tz0.4
Level Standard Level Paper Paper 2 Time zone time zone 0
Command term Outline Question number 4 Adapted from N/A

Question

Using a sporting example, outline a closed skill.

[2]
a.

Discuss a sporting example of an externally-paced skill.

[2]
b.

Markscheme

closed:
has a stable and fixed environment ✔ e.g. putting in golf has a stationary ball and target
OR
throwing a dart at a dart board ✔

Award [2 max] if two correct examples are given.

a.

externally paced:

actions are determined by external sources/the performer is reacting to an external stimulus / external factors in the environment ✔

e.g. receiving a serve in tennis the receiver is waiting for the server to initiate their movement before they can respond appropriately ✔

Award [2 max] if two correct examples are given.

b.

Examiners report

Students were generally able to get 1 mark for the example but struggled with the definition. They must note that there are 2 marks needed for a sporting example and consider how they can get an additional mark point.

a.

Students were generally able to get 1 mark for the example but struggled with the definition. They must note that there are 2 marks needed for a sporting example and consider how they can get an additional mark point.

b.

Syllabus sections

Topic 5: Skill in sports » 5.1. The characteristics and classification of skill » 5.1.3. Outline the different approaches to classifying motor skills.
Topic 5: Skill in sports » 5.1. The characteristics and classification of skill
Topic 5: Skill in sports

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