Pre Industrial Britain (pre-1780): Command Words

Question 1

Describe the socio-cultural factors in pre-industrial Britain and the characteristics of sport.

Answer 1

-Transport limited/communications
=localised, travel by horse(slow)
-Illiteracy/uneducated
=basic rules, uncodified
-Harsh society
=aggressive/ violent activities
-Seasonal times/ long working hours
=not much practice time, occasional festivals

Question 1

Compare the societal conditions of the lower and upper classes.

Question 2

Comment on why Mob games were eventually banned.

Question 3

Define popular recreations.

Question 4

Explain the different sports between classes and the reasons why.