Characteristics of sporting recreation PRE INDUSTRIAL Flashcards
What are the 4Cs
Cruel
Clear class division
Countryside
Communication
Why was there a lack of sport/ games
Limited communication and transport
Limited free time
Illiterate
Two tier society
What was the feudal system
Structuring society
Holding of land in exchange for service/ labour
When was mob football played
Played occasionally such as holy days e.g shrove Tuesday
Why was mob football localised
Due to a lack of transport
What tier in society played it
Played by lower class Male dominated Violent
What was real tennis or the sport of kings
Tennis
High moral code, lacked violence, civilised manner, mutual respect
Why was real tennis required technical demands
To show superiority over the lower class
What does patron mean
Member of gentry who looked after lower class performer Put to participate in arranging competitions
Why were popular recreation banned in the 19th century
Involved gambling/wagering
Violent and unruly nature
Damage of property
Linked to alcohol consumption/drunken behaviour
Characteristics of popular recreation festivals
Occurred annually
Individuals organising rural, community festivals containing “athletic events” including running,hurdles and football
