General Knowledge Class 2 - Sports Notes
Comprehensive study notes for Class 2 - Sports olympiad preparation
Sports
Welcome to the chapter on Sports for Class 2. In this chapter, you will learn about different sports, famous players, and why playing sports is good for you. By the end of this chapter, you will be able to name many sports and talk about your favorite games!
Introduction
Sports are games that people play for fun, exercise, and competition. Playing sports helps us stay healthy, make friends, and learn teamwork.
Types of Sports
- Outdoor Sports: Played outside. Example: Cricket, football, hockey, tennis.
- Indoor Sports: Played inside. Example: Table tennis, chess, badminton, carrom.
Famous Sports and Players
- Cricket: Sachin Tendulkar, Virat Kohli
- Football: Lionel Messi, Cristiano Ronaldo
- Tennis: Serena Williams, Roger Federer
- Badminton: P. V. Sindhu, Saina Nehwal
Why Should We Play Sports?
- Sports make our body strong and healthy.
- We learn teamwork and discipline.
- Playing sports is fun and helps us make friends.
- Sports teach us to win and lose gracefully.
Fun Activity: My Favorite Sport
Draw a picture of your favorite sport. Write the name of the sport and why you like it.
Summary
- Sports are games played for fun and exercise.
- There are many types of sports—outdoor and indoor.
- Playing sports keeps us healthy and happy.
Practice Questions
- Name two outdoor sports.
- Who is a famous cricket player?
- Why should we play sports?
- Name one indoor sport.
- What do we learn from playing sports?
Challenge Yourself
- List three sports you want to try.
- Write a few lines about your favorite player.
Did You Know?
- The Olympic Games are the biggest sports event in the world!
- Chess is called the "game of kings".
Glossary
- Sport: A game played for fun or competition.
- Teamwork: Working together as a team.
- Player: A person who plays a sport.
Answers to Practice Questions
- Cricket, football (any two outdoor sports).
- Sachin Tendulkar or Virat Kohli.
- To stay healthy, learn teamwork, and have fun.
- Chess, table tennis, badminton, carrom (any one).
- Teamwork, discipline, how to win and lose.
Play sports every day to stay fit, make friends, and have fun!