20th century sport

Question 1

What are some developments of the 20th century

Answer 1

Technological innovation

Rich society’s but many imbalances within them

Large urbanisation

Many wars and terrorism

Question 2

How was social class affected in the 20th century

Answer 2

Pub was centre for working class men at start of the century, still a class division in sport (rugby, football), more middle class participation due to time and money

Question 3

How was time and money affected in the 20th century

Answer 3

Darts, dominoes and billiards were popular among working class. Gradual increase in leisure time and money. Boom in fitness industry towards end

Question 4

How was law and order affected in the 20th century

Answer 4

Police force grew and developed, RSPCA introduction removed many animal sports. Rules became stricter in pro sports, stadiums became all seaters in football. CCTV and alcohol banned during games

Question 5

How was gender affected in the 20th century

Answer 5

Women expected to fulfil traditional roles in early 20th century and seen as weaker sex. Discriminated against and had low media coverage. Only able to perform in feminine sports

WW2 meant women adopted male roles, male spectatorship increased. Women participation increased but were still few pro females compared to males

Question 6

How was transport affected in the 20th century

Answer 6

Public/private transport became more accessible, spectatorship increased as well as international participation

Question 7

How was education affected in the 20th century

Answer 7

Schools had focus on physical development. PE was on the curriculum for all schools, and additional activities offered. School sport dominated by upper class private education