Paper3 Exam Questions Flashcards
Identify two characteristics of upper class sport in pre-industrial Britain.
- upper class has lots of complex rules
- wagering has become a focus in sport, betting
Give two examples of how developments in law and order changed the characteristics of sport in
post-1850 industrial Britain
- society became more civilised as port became less violent
- Cruelty to animals act passed
through Parliament and most cruelty to animal events became illegal
What year and place was the Nazi propaganda olympics?
- 1936
- Berlin
What year was the Civil rights demonstration olympics?
- 1968
- Mexico (City)
Describing what happens at phase 2–3 and phase 4 as an athlete progresses from talent identification to elite
performance in a programme run by UK Sport.
- Phase 2-3 Further assessment of suitability
- Phase 4 (6-12 month) trial in the specific sport’s
elite training environment
Give two examples of how the media uses sport as a commodity.
- Sold to the consumer: Pay per view / subscription channels sell sport to the viewer.
- Sold to other media companies: Sport can be sold to other companies so they can show it on their networks.
Explain what is meant by ‘athleticism’.
- Character development: The development of character through sport
How did public schools influence the background and aims of the modern Olympic Games?
- Morals: Both schools and Olympics aimed for
moral development - Education: Both aimed to educate young people
through sport - Physical endeavour: Both encouraged hard work / physical effort.
- Fair play: Both encouraged fair play /
sportsmanship.
Analyse the social, cultural and sporting factors that may have prevented a similar boy achieving this award in 1860.
- Facilities: Very few public swimming pools / suitable
environments to learn or take the test. - Education / literacy Few 13 years olds attended school so were not literate enough to pass the test or learn the theory
- Money: Low wages so no spare money to pay for entrance fees or clothing.
- Transport: No public transport (trams/buses) to travel on to access facilities
Identify three facts from Fig. 6.1 that show netball is a globalised sport.
- fact 2 4 8
How do the facts in Fig. 6.1 suggest that Liverpool may have benefited from hosting this competition?
- Income: Increased income for city from
participants/spectators - Tourism: Increased tourism for city
- Shop window effect: Liverpool was shown positively
worldwide
Discuss how and why these two competitions may have differed.
- Sponsorship: 1995 little sponsorship because netball had low profile and hardly any media coverage
- Kit sponsor: 1995 no kit sponsor because event had no media coverage
- Tickets sold /spectator numbers: 1995 fewer tickets sold / fewer spectators. Lack of media exposure for netball meant smaller fan base. Lack of advertising of tournament
- Media coverage: 1995 Limited media coverage because there was very little interest in female sport. No internet.
Identify three examples of deviance in sport and describe a different strategy that could be used to combat each one.
Illegal gambling
- Laws/rules Laws / rules to prevent players/ managers betting on own sports
Illegal drug use
- WADA Created by IOC to take responsibility for matters relating to drug testing.
Player violence
- Punishment Sanctions for violent players/ citing after the game
Spectator violence
- Alcohol control Alcohol sales at or near ground prohibited, alcohols bans.
Smart phones, tablet computers and games consoles are all examples of modern technology.
Evaluate the possible effects of devices like these on participation in sport and physical activity
Negative
- Reduced finance Expense of devices may reduce money available to spend on participation.
- Entertainment Devices provide entertainment so
sport/physical activity not needed.
Positive
- Knowledge / performance Devices may increase knowledge, improve performance.
- Motivation Devices might be used as exercise / fitness monitor / online access to fitness programmes / classes
Why is coverage on channels such as the BBC so important to cricket?
- Increased income Cricket will receive money from TV
rights. - Participation Increased participation
- Increased sponsorship More sponsors will be attracted by greater media coverage
Describe examples where sports other than cricket have adapted their rules and characteristics to increase their media appeal.
- Tennis: Tie break
- Netball Sidelines: centre passes both taken
faster. - Judo Rule changes to make contests shorter
and more exciting
What sport did lower class play?
- mob football
What sport did both classes play?
- cricket
Why was cycling a socially acceptable pastime for women in post 1850 industrial Britain?
- Uncompetitive: competitive sport was seen as unfeminine
- Dress: women can wear moderate dress
Give two examples of how the law makes sport safer in the 21st century
- Alcohol bans: Alcohol sales banned at venues
- Banning orders: Known hooligans banned from stadiums / travel abroad
What 2 types of media were developed after 1980?
- pay per view
- internet
Give two strategies which could be used to prevent player violence in sport.
- Punishment: Sanctions for violent players/ citing after the game
- Emotional control: Teach anger management
Outline four factors which influenced the creation of the modern Olympic Games.
- Public School: English public schools influenced modern Games
- World Peace: Modern Games influenced by desire to unite nations, promote peace/friendship, educate the young
- Athleticism: Modern Games influenced by values of athleticism, sportsmanship, respect, determination, excellence, fairplay
- Founder: Baron Pierre de Coubertin
Explain how the formation of the national governing bodies linked to the social and cultural developments of that time.
- Law and order: Society becoming more civilised so rules were required
- Transport: People could now travel to play so common rules important.
- Education: Improved education meant written rules were appropriate and accessible
- Time: Better conditions and shorter hours meant that more people were able to play sport so more organisation was necessary
