Netball

23 Grade 4 Creative Arts & Sports questions on Netball, with worked marking schemes. 23 questions are available on this topic in full.

1. Question 1

   1 mark

   When a defender catches a pass that was meant for an opponent, this action is called an:

   A. Own goal

   B. Offside

   C. Interception

   D. Obstruction

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2. Question 2

   1 mark

   A defender has both arms raised in front of the receiver. Which pass is best for sending the ball a short distance to a teammate under the defender's arms?

   A. Overhead throw

   B. High lob pass

   C. Long shoulder pass

   D. Bounce pass

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3. Question 3

   3 marks

   (a) What is a pivot in netball?

   (b) Give two reasons why good footwork is important in netball.

   (3 marks)

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   (a) 1 mark: turning the body on the landing foot without lifting or sliding it. (b) 2 marks (1 each): avoids a footwork violation/travelling; helps a player change direction to pass, shoot or get free from a defender.

4. Question 4

   1 mark

   Turning the body on one landing foot without lifting it while holding the ball is called:

   A. Marking

   B. Dodging

   C. Intercepting

   D. Pivoting

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5. Question 5

   1 mark

   What is the correct height of the netball ring (hoop) from the ground?

   A. 3.50 metres

   B. 3.05 metres

   C. 2.44 metres

   D. 2.05 metres

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6. Question 6

   4 marks

   Describe the steps of performing a chest pass in netball.

   (4 marks)

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   1 mark each: hold the ball at chest level with both hands, fingers spread behind the ball and thumbs behind; step towards the target/teammate; push the ball forward by straightening the arms; release with a snap of the wrists, fingers pointing to the target.

7. Question 7

   1 mark

   A netball court is divided into how many equal sections (thirds)?

   A. Two

   B. Four

   C. Five

   D. Three

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8. Question 8

   1 mark

   Which is the most suitable attire for a Grade 4 netball lesson?

   A. Gumboots

   B. School uniform and leather shoes

   C. Sports shorts and rubber-soled shoes

   D. Open leather sandals

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9. Question 9

   1 mark

   Amina plays as Goal Shooter (GS). In which part of the court is she allowed to shoot the ball?

   A. The goal circle at the defending end

   B. The goal (shooting) circle at her attacking end

   C. The centre third of the court

   D. Anywhere on the whole court

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10. Question 10

    4 marks

    Your team has just won the ball. Explain two ways players can move the ball towards the goal quickly and fairly.

    (4 marks)

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    Two ways, each explained (2 marks each): use accurate passes (chest, bounce or shoulder) to a teammate in a free space; players dodge/get free from markers to receive the ball; pivot to find a well-placed teammate; pass then move forward to receive again. Award 1 for the way, 1 for the explanation.

11. Question 11

    2 marks

    State two rules a player must follow while holding the ball in netball.

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12. Question 12

    1 mark

    At the start of play and after every goal, the game is restarted from the middle of the court with a:

    A. Free dribble

    B. Penalty shot

    C. Corner throw

    D. Centre pass

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13. Question 13

    3 marks

    Name any three of the seven playing positions in netball and give the bib abbreviation for each.

    (3 marks)

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    Any three, name + correct abbreviation (1 mark each): Goal Shooter (GS), Goal Attack (GA), Wing Attack (WA), Centre (C), Wing Defence (WD), Goal Defence (GD), Goal Keeper (GK).

14. Question 14

    4 marks

    Explain four ways a player can show fair play and good sportsmanship during a netball match.

    (4 marks)

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    Any four (1 mark each): obey the rules of the game; respect the umpire's decisions; do not push, obstruct or hurt opponents; encourage and support teammates; accept both winning and losing gracefully; shake hands after the match.

15. Question 15

    2 marks

    Give two reasons why players should warm up before playing a netball match.

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16. Question 16

    1 mark

    During a netball match at Uzima Primary School, a player positions herself inside the goal circle and successfully shoots the ball through the ring to score points for her team. Which playing position is she in?

    A. Centre

    B. Wing Defence

    C. Goal Keeper

    D. Goal Shooter

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17. Question 17

    1 mark

    A netball team has how many players on the court at one time?

    A. Eleven

    B. Five

    C. Seven

    D. Six

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18. Question 18

    1 mark

    Which two positions are the only players allowed to score goals?

    A. Centre and Wing Attack

    B. Goal Shooter and Goal Attack

    C. Wing Defence and Goal Defence

    D. Goal Keeper and Goal Defence

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19. Question 19

    4 marks

    During a netball match, the Wing Attack receives the ball near the centre third but is closely marked by an opponent.

    (a) Name two footwork rules a netball player must follow to avoid being penalised. (2 marks)

    (b) State one way the Wing Attack can create space to receive a pass safely. (2 marks)

    (4 marks)

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    (a) Any two, 1 mark each (max 2): a player must not take more than one step with the ball (other than pivoting on the landing foot); once the landing foot is grounded it must not be lifted or dragged (except to pivot); the ball must be passed or shot within three seconds of catching it. (b) 2 marks: any one — moving quickly into open space away from the marking defender; dodging by changing direction suddenly to lose the marker; calling out or signalling for the ball when in a free position.

20. Question 20

    1 mark

    Moving with the ball by bouncing it on the ground again and again (dribbling) is:

    A. Allowed only for the Centre

    B. Allowed for everyone

    C. Allowed only in the goal circle

    D. Not allowed in netball

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21. Question 21

    1 mark

    On a netball bib, the letter 'C' stands for which position?

    A. Centre

    B. Captain

    C. Catcher

    D. Coach

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22. Question 22

    3 marks

    List three items of equipment or facilities needed to play a game of netball.

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23. Question 23

    1 mark

    After catching the ball, a netball player is NOT allowed to do which of the following?

    A. Run while holding the ball

    B. Pivot on one foot

    C. Shoot if she is a shooter in the circle

    D. Pass the ball to a teammate

    (1 mark)

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