Observation

This question was well attempted by candidates and their performance was above average.

In part (a), majority of the candidates stated the duties of a referee.

In part (b), majority of the candidates stated the correct terminologies used in starting the games listed.

The expected answers are as follows:

            Duties of a referee during the game of basketball
The referee:

• orders the start of the game
• decides when the ball becomes dead
• stops a game when conditions warrant
• stops play when the ball is dead
• inspects and approves facilities and equipment
• allows time-out
• examines and signs scores sheet
• designates officials game clocks/named
• makes final decision when necessary
• determines forfeiture of a game by a team
• punish unsportsmanlike conducts
• selects game ball
• does not permit any player to wear injurious objects     

      Correct terminology used in starting each of the following games
Badminton:           Service
Basketball:           Jump ball
Table tennis:        Service
Handball:              Throw off

Football:               Kick off