Page 93 - English Grammar - IX-X

(2) Hockey is the least favourite sport of the children. Just 5% of the children enjoy playing
hockey. Volleyball and football, on the other hand, are enjoyed by an equal number of
children. Elle is the second most popular game among girls, according to the results
of the survey. It is equal to 20% of the total population. Chess is preferred by children
over hockey, according to the graph. Chess is enjoyed by 10% of the children, while
hockey is enjoyed by only 5%. This is probably because chess is more popular among
children than hockey.
(3) Sports are any physical activities or games in which a person participates. Sports are
fascinating and enjoyable to participate in. Many people participate in sports because
they enjoy the excitement and energy boost it provides. Many avid sports fans follow
their passions and interests in the area.

(4) A person’s personality and attributes are also formed by sports. Sports instil a sense
of self-assurance and passion in a person’s demeanour. People who participate in
sports on a daily basis demonstrate leadership, teamwork, and excellence in their
personalities and actions.

On the basis of your understanding of the passage, answer the following questions.
1. From which school has the survey been taken?

(a) Delhi Public School (b) Rathgama Maha Vidyalaya
(c) Kendriya Vidyalaya (d) Convent of Jesus and Mary

2. The survey clearly shows that the sport played the most is _____________________.
(a) cricket (b) hockey (c) chess (d) volleyball
3. Why do you think volleyball is enjoyed more by children?

(a) Because children like indoor games more than outdoor games.
(b) Because children like games that are quiet.

(c) Because children have more fun at playing outdoor games.
(d) All of the above.
4. According to the pie chart, what percentage does football occupy?

(a) 10% (b) 20% (c) 35% (d) 15%
5. What is the definition of sports given in the passage?

(a) Any physical activity or game in which a person participates.
(b) Activity that helps develop physical strength.

(c) Activity that forms a person’s personality and attributes.
(d) All of the above.
91