Industrial Revelution And Post Industrial Revolution Britain- Mr Jerwood

Question 1

What is rational recreation?

Answer 1

In the 19th century, these were sport pastimes for the lower classes which were designed by the middle classes to be well ordered, organised and controlled.

Question 2

What are the negative effects of rationalised sports during the first half of the 19th century. (6 features)

Answer 2

Lack of leisure time
Migration of lower classes in the cities- led to loss of space and no room for mob football-overcrowding.
Lack of income - low wages no spare income for leisure pursuits.
Lack of public provisions.
Poor health - meant little energy to play sport.
Loss of rights - restrictions were placed on mob games and blood sports by change in criminal law.

Question 3

What does Long Live Champions League stand for?

Answer 3

Urbanisation’s impact on sport:
Lack of work space
Large working class population
Change in working conditions
Loss of traditional sports

Question 4

How did the railway (transport) develop sport (sports).

Answer 4

Teams / spectators could move around (nationwide fixtures). - Improved access to different parts of the country. - cheaper train travel (working class could follow their team home and away). - Improved access to the countryside -

Question 5

Define codification

Answer 5

The development of strict rules as public schools and university old boys played a key role in the formation of many national governing bodies (NGBs) of sport.

Question 6

Define urbanisation

Answer 6

Large numbers of people migrating/moving from rural areas into towns and cities, seeking regular work in the factories.

Question 7

How did the church influence sport?

Answer 7

Church offered facilities such as halls where sports could be played. Encouraged good behaviour.