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2. The qualities of an ideal sportsman are cooperation, ________________,
________________, and ________________.

3. _______________ is also an important element of sportsmanship.

4. Positivity is an important_______________, especially when playing team
sports.

5. Win or lose, _______________ is a good sign of respect for the other
people involved.

B. Answer the following.

1. What do you mean by sportsmanship or sporting spirit?

2. List the hallmarks of good sportsmanship.

3. How does self-control make you a good sportsman?

4. Why is sportsmanship important?

AM I A GOOD SPORTSMAN?

A. Tick ‘YES’ or ‘NO’ to see if you display qualities of good sportsmanship.

SITUATIONS YES NO

1. Whether I win or lose, I congratulate the other team.

2. I follow all the rules whenever I play a game and never cheat.

3. Even though I know I might lose, I still have a positive attitude.

4. Other people enjoy playing games or sports with me.

5. I don’t trash talk or name-call anyone on the other team.

6. I am respectful and supportive to my teammates and coach.

7. I listen to everyone’s ideas about how to win the game.

8. Whenever I lose the game, I congratulate the other team.

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