History

Question 1

Describe the leisure experience in Ancient Greece

Answer 1

Leisure in moderation leads to “the good life”
Olympic Games
Leisure as freedom from work

Question 2

Describe the leisure experience in Ancient Rome

Answer 2

Colosseum, event-based leisure
Means of social control (giving food to attendees, etc.)
Earned after a day’s work

Question 3

Describe the leisure experience in Ancient China

Answer 3

Harmony
Emphasized connections with nature via religion

Question 4

Describe the leisure experience in Muhamad’s Early Empire (Islam)

Answer 4

Paradise described in Quran for believers consisting of lush landscapes, fountains, etc.
“Recreate your hearts”
Harem

Question 5

Give an overview of the leisure experience during the industrial revolution

Answer 5

Dramatic shifts with advent of city life
Settlement houses - inner city centers for community resources - develop
Increased emphasis on childcare
parks systems develop

Question 6

Define “Schole”

Answer 6

Scholarship as leisure

Question 7

Define “Eudamonia”

Answer 7

State of good spirit