Swimming

21 Grade 5 Creative Arts & Sports questions on Swimming, with worked marking schemes. 21 questions are available on this topic in full.

1. Question 1

   1 mark

   The stroke in which the swimmer lies face-down and moves the arms over the water one after the other, kicking the legs up and down, is the:

   A. breaststroke

   B. doggy paddle

   C. front crawl (freestyle)

   D. backstroke

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2. Question 2

   4 marks

   Describe how a beginner should breathe correctly while performing the front crawl stroke.

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3. Question 3

   4 marks

   (a) What is meant by 'floating' in swimming?

   (b) Explain why floating is an important skill for a beginner to learn first.

   (4 marks)

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   (a) Floating is staying on top of or resting on the surface of the water without sinking, usually with the body relaxed (2 marks). (b) Any two: it helps the beginner feel safe and confident in water; it helps them stay calm and rest if tired; it is the base skill needed before learning strokes; it can save life by keeping the swimmer up (2 marks).

4. Question 4

   1 mark

   A floating board that a beginner holds to support the upper body while practising leg kicks is a:

   A. kickboard

   B. goggle

   C. paddle

   D. fin

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5. Question 5

   1 mark

   In front crawl, a swimmer breathes correctly by:

   A. holding the breath for the whole length

   B. turning the head to the side to breathe in, then face into the water to breathe out

   C. lifting the whole head straight up each stroke

   D. breathing only through the mouth under water

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6. Question 6

   1 mark

   The ability of the body to stay up and float on water is called:

   A. tempo

   B. gravity

   C. buoyancy

   D. friction

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7. Question 7

   6 marks

   Explain three benefits of swimming to a Grade 5 learner.

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   Any three, 2 marks each (benefit 1 + brief explanation 1): improves physical fitness/strengthens muscles and the heart; is a life-saving survival skill; helps the body relax and reduces stress; develops confidence and self-discipline; provides healthy recreation and enjoyment. Accept any three valid, explained benefits.

8. Question 8

   3 marks

   Name three different swimming strokes.

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9. Question 9

   4 marks

   List three items of equipment that can help a beginner learn to swim safely, and state the use of one of them.

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10. Question 10

    1 mark

    When you see a friend struggling in the water and you are a beginner, the safest action is to:

    A. jump in and grab them

    B. reach out with a stick or throw a float, and call for help

    C. swim away quickly

    D. ignore it and keep swimming

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11. Question 11

    1 mark

    To move gently around the pool and get used to the water, a beginner should first learn to:

    A. race against faster swimmers

    B. swim in the deep end alone

    C. float and glide in shallow water

    D. dive from the highest board

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12. Question 12

    1 mark

    When entering a pool whose depth you do not know, the safest way to get in is to:

    A. dive in head first

    B. enter feet first, slowly

    C. run and slide in

    D. jump in from a height

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13. Question 13

    4 marks

    Halima sees her classmate suddenly struggling and calling for help in the water. As a young swimmer, describe two safe things Halima should do to help.

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    Any two, 2 marks each: shout/call loudly for an adult or lifeguard immediately; reach out to the classmate with a long stick, towel or pole from the poolside; throw a floating object (kickboard, float, ball) for them to hold; NOT jump in herself if she is a weak swimmer. Accept any two safe, correct actions.

14. Question 14

    1 mark

    A swimmer lying on their back and kicking their legs while floating face-up is doing the:

    A. breaststroke

    B. backstroke

    C. butterfly

    D. front crawl

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15. Question 15

    1 mark

    Which of these is the most important safety rule for a young swimmer?

    A. dive into water of unknown depth

    B. never swim alone; swim where an adult or lifeguard is present

    C. always swim in the deepest part first

    D. swim straight after eating a heavy meal

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16. Question 16

    3 marks

    State three water-safety rules a Grade 5 learner should follow at a swimming pool.

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    Any three (1 mark each): never swim alone/always swim with an adult or lifeguard present; do not run on the wet poolside; do not push others into the water; enter unknown water feet first; obey the lifeguard's instructions; do not swim just after a heavy meal; warm up before swimming. Accept any three valid rules.

17. Question 17

    6 marks

    A notice at a public pool lists rules for swimmers. Suggest three sensible pool rules that could appear on such a notice and briefly explain why each is needed.

    (6 marks)

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    Any three, 2 marks each (rule 1 + reason 1): 'No running on the poolside' - the wet floor is slippery and one may fall; 'No diving in the shallow end' - to avoid hitting the head on the bottom; 'Children must be supervised by an adult' - to prevent drowning; 'Shower before entering' - for hygiene; 'Obey the lifeguard' - for everyone's safety. Accept any three valid, explained rules.

18. Question 18

    1 mark

    Before getting into the water for a swimming lesson, a swimmer should first:

    A. hold their breath for as long as they can

    B. swim as fast as possible

    C. warm up the body with light exercises

    D. eat a large meal

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19. Question 19

    3 marks

    Explain why warming up is important before a swimming lesson, and give one example of a warm-up activity.

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20. Question 20

    1 mark

    The trained person at a swimming pool whose job is to watch swimmers and rescue anyone in danger is the:

    A. umpire

    B. coach

    C. lifeguard

    D. bowler

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21. Question 21

    1 mark

    Staying upright in deep water and keeping the head above the surface by moving the arms and legs is called:

    A. gliding

    B. floating on the back

    C. diving

    D. treading water

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