Indigenous Kenyan Games

20 Grade 6 Creative Arts & Sports questions on Indigenous Kenyan Games, with worked marking schemes. 20 questions are available on this topic in full.

1. Question 1

   4 marks

   Indigenous games are an important part of Kenyan culture.

   (a) Name TWO indigenous Kenyan games.

   (b) State one skill or value that each game develops.

   (4 marks)

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   (a) Any 2 named for 1 mark each: ajua, kati, rope skipping, hide-and-seek (kalongolongo/banta), wrestling, bano (marbles), shake/blada, etc. (b) A matching value for each, 1 mark each: e.g. ajua — counting/quick thinking; kati — dodging/agility; rope skipping — fitness; wrestling — strength/courage. Max 4 marks.

2. Question 2

   4 marks

   Ajua is an indigenous board game.

   (a) Describe how the game of ajua is played.

   (b) State ONE skill the game develops.

   (4 marks)

   Marking scheme

   (a) Ajua is played on a wooden board with rows of hollows/holes using small seeds; two players take turns picking and dropping seeds into the holes in order, capturing the opponent's seeds according to the rules until one player collects the most — 3 marks (award partial for correct elements). (b) Counting/quick thinking/strategy/concentration — 1 mark. Max 4 marks.

3. Question 3

   1 mark

   Many indigenous Kenyan games are played by several children together at once. What social value do such games mainly teach?

   A. How to be selfish

   B. How to sleep more

   C. Cooperation and teamwork

   D. How to avoid friends

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4. Question 4

   1 mark

   Indigenous Kenyan games have been passed down for generations. How were these games traditionally learned by children?

   A. Only from written rule books

   B. From imported computer games

   C. By watching foreign films

   D. By watching and playing with older children in the community

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5. Question 5

   1 mark

   Why is it important to preserve indigenous Kenyan games in schools today?

   A. They need electricity to play

   B. They replace the need for school

   C. They are more expensive than modern games

   D. They keep our culture and heritage alive

   (1 mark)

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6. Question 6

   3 marks

   Some indigenous Kenyan games are slowly being forgotten. Suggest THREE ways schools can help to keep indigenous games alive.

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7. Question 7

   1 mark

   During a wrestling game between two boys in the village, which value is MOST developed?

   A. Physical strength and courage

   B. Singing ability

   C. Reading fluency

   D. Drawing skills

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8. Question 8

   1 mark

   In the game of 'kati', two throwers stand on either side while a player in the middle tries to avoid being hit by the ball. What is a player mainly practising in this game?

   A. Reading and writing

   B. Cooking

   C. Weaving

   D. Dodging and running

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9. Question 9

   4 marks

   A Grade 6 class wants to play 'kati' during games time.

   (a) State the equipment needed to play kati.

   (b) Explain the main skill a player in the middle practises during the game.

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10. Question 10

    1 mark

    Rope skipping is a popular traditional game among children. Which physical benefit does it mainly develop?

    A. Better eyesight only

    B. Loud singing

    C. Good handwriting

    D. Body fitness and coordination

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11. Question 11

    4 marks

    Many indigenous games are accompanied by singing and clapping.

    (a) State ONE indigenous game that involves singing.

    (b) Explain how combining a game with music benefits the learners.

    (4 marks)

    Marking scheme

    (a) Any 1 for 1 mark: kalongolongo, blada/shake, rope-skipping with rhymes, ring/circle games with songs, etc. (b) It develops both physical and musical skills at once, makes the game more enjoyable, promotes rhythm and cultural expression, and encourages participation/togetherness — 3 marks. Max 4 marks.

12. Question 12

    1 mark

    Ajua is a well-known indigenous Kenyan game. What materials are traditionally used to play ajua?

    A. A wooden board with hollows and small seeds

    B. A rope and pegs

    C. Cards and dice

    D. A ball and a net

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13. Question 13

    3 marks

    Explain how indigenous Kenyan games help to promote unity and good relationships among children in a community.

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14. Question 14

    4 marks

    A teacher wants pupils to appreciate indigenous games. State FOUR benefits pupils gain from playing indigenous Kenyan games.

    (4 marks)

    Marking scheme

    Any 4 for 1 mark each: improves physical fitness/health; develops teamwork and cooperation; preserves culture and heritage; develops mental skills like counting and strategy; builds friendship and social skills; provides enjoyment/leisure; they are cheap and use local materials; develop discipline and following rules. Max 4 marks.

15. Question 15

    1 mark

    Which of the following is an indigenous Kenyan game rather than a modern imported sport?

    A. Ajua

    B. Tennis

    C. Golf

    D. Basketball

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16. Question 16

    1 mark

    Some indigenous games are accompanied by songs and clapping. This shows that such games also help to promote:

    A. Building of houses

    B. Faster typing

    C. Cooking of food

    D. Music and cultural expression

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17. Question 17

    1 mark

    Which mental skill does the indigenous board game ajua help to develop in learners?

    A. Singing in tune

    B. Counting and quick thinking

    C. Painting pictures

    D. Swimming

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18. Question 18

    3 marks

    A pupil argues that indigenous games are only for fun and have no learning value. Give THREE reasons to show that indigenous Kenyan games actually support learning and development.

    (3 marks)

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    Any 3 for 1 mark each: they develop mental skills such as counting and strategy (e.g. ajua); they develop physical fitness and coordination; they teach values like teamwork, discipline, honesty and following rules; they preserve language and culture; they improve social and communication skills. Max 3 marks.

19. Question 19

    1 mark

    Most indigenous Kenyan games are cheap to organise because they:

    A. Need a large stadium

    B. Use locally available and low-cost materials

    C. Require imported equipment

    D. Must be bought from shops

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20. Question 20

    1 mark

    A group of pupils plays a hide-and-seek game where one child counts while others hide. Apart from fun, what does this game help develop?

    A. Skill in swimming

    B. Skill in pottery

    C. The ability to read music

    D. Alertness and observation skills

    (1 mark)

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