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General Knowledge Class 6 - Sports Notes

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Sports

Welcome to the chapter on Sports for Class 6. In this chapter, you will learn about different types of sports, famous players, important tournaments, and the benefits of playing sports. By the end of this chapter, you will be able to name popular sports, know about major events, and understand why sports are important for health and teamwork!

Introduction

Sports are games and physical activities that people play for fun, competition, and fitness. Sports help us stay healthy, learn teamwork, and develop discipline.

Types of Sports

  • Outdoor Sports: Played outside. Examples: Cricket, football, hockey, athletics.
  • Indoor Sports: Played inside. Examples: Table tennis, badminton, chess, carrom.
  • Team Sports: Played in groups. Examples: Basketball, volleyball, football.
  • Individual Sports: Played alone. Examples: Tennis, swimming, boxing.

Famous Sports Personalities

  • Sachin Tendulkar (Cricket)
  • P.V. Sindhu (Badminton)
  • Virat Kohli (Cricket)
  • Mary Kom (Boxing)
  • Lionel Messi (Football)
  • Neeraj Chopra (Athletics - Javelin)

Major Sports Events

  • Olympic Games
  • Cricket World Cup
  • FIFA World Cup (Football)
  • Commonwealth Games
  • Asian Games
  • Wimbledon (Tennis)

Benefits of Playing Sports

  • Keeps the body fit and healthy
  • Improves teamwork and cooperation
  • Teaches discipline and leadership
  • Reduces stress and increases happiness
  • Helps in making new friends

Fun Activity: Sports Quiz

Organize a quiz with your friends. Ask questions about sports, famous players, and tournaments. See who knows the most!

Summary

  • Sports are important for health and teamwork.
  • There are many types of sports and famous players.
  • Major events like the Olympics and World Cups are celebrated worldwide.

Practice Questions

  1. Name two outdoor sports.
  2. Who is known as the "God of Cricket"?
  3. Which event is called the biggest sports festival in the world?
  4. List two benefits of playing sports.
  5. Name a famous Indian badminton player.

Challenge Yourself

  • Make a chart of your favorite sports and players.
  • Write a short paragraph on why you like sports.

Did You Know?

  • The Olympic Games started in Greece over 2,700 years ago!
  • Chess is considered both a sport and a game of the mind.

Glossary

  • Sports: Physical activities or games played for fun or competition.
  • Tournament: A series of games or matches to find the winner.
  • Teamwork: Working together as a group.
  • Fitness: Being healthy and strong.

Answers to Practice Questions

  1. Cricket, football (any two outdoor sports)
  2. Sachin Tendulkar
  3. Olympic Games
  4. Keeps body fit, improves teamwork (any two)
  5. P.V. Sindhu

Play sports, stay healthy, and enjoy learning about games and players!

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