1.     Cognitive – 25%

A written exam will be given covering the rules, scoring, strategies etc (see sample exam ar bottom of page)
 

2.     Psychomotor – 40%

 Improvement throughout the unit will be noted, as well there will be a skills test at the end of the unit.  The skills test will be set up as follows.

 * The students will get marked out of 5 on each of the following strokes:

-forehand/backhand drives
-forehand/backhand strokes
-forehand/backhand drops
-defensive boasts
-lob serves

The marking scheme out of 5 will be

1 pt. – proper ready position and grip
1 pt. – good technique in wind up
1 pt. – good technique in force producing phase
1 pt. – proper follow through
1 pt. – accuracy of the stroke in the court

 
3.     Affective – 35%

 Students will be graded on the following:

-Attendance and dress
-Participation
-Sportsmanship
-Co-operation and respect for teacher and other students

Sample exam to assess cognitive domain.

True and False:

1. T / F    Racquet swing begins above the shoulders on both the forehand and backhand strokes.
2. T / F    It is improper to enter a court while play is in progress.
3. T / F    It is not necessary to wear eye guards while playing.
4. T / F    A ball that bounces twice can still be played.
5. T / F    When tied at 8 points, the server chooses to play to 9 or 10 points.

Multiple Choice:

1. In canada, each game is played up to _________ points.
        a) 15
        b) 11
        c) 9
        d) none of the above.

2. A forehand/backhand drive is best used for?:
        a) move opponent to the front wall.
        b) move opponent to the back wall.
        c) to catch opponent off-guard.
        d) the serve return.
        e) both b and d are correct.

3. The person who serves first is determined by?:
        a) flipping a coin
        b) "spinning" the racquet.
        c) a wrestling match.
        d) whoever has the most fans watching.

4. When there is no referee, students are responsible for?:
        a) keeping score out loud
        b) calling his/her shots down or out.
        c) giving their opponent enough time to prepare to receive the serve.
        d) all of the above.

5. Which of the following is NOT a technical aspect of the forehand drive?:
        a) balance
        b) proper foot position.
        c) early preparation.
        d) ball is contacted above shoulder level.

Short Answer:

1. List three safety factors that must be addressed  in the game of squash:
            1.
            2.
            3.

2. Draw a diagram of a squash court and label the service and  receiving box as well as the "T".
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 

3. Describe a situation in which a let would be given, and a situation in which a stroke would not be given.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 

4. List three important cues when describing the grip:
            1.
            2.
            3.
 

5. What is the main purpose of the serve?