Sport and society Flashcards
Amateur
Someone who takes part in a sport for enjoyment, and does not get paid for playing.
Social class
The classification of people based on their economic and cultural influences.
Industrialisation
A shift from the society relying on rural-based occupations towards working in new factories and holding manufacturing-based occupations.
Urbanisation
The large movement of a population from rural areas into town and cities.
Literacy
The ability to read and write.
Ethics
Behavioural rules which ensure that moral behaviour takes place.
Athleticism
The notion of putting in maximal physical effort while adhering to the ethics of the game and playing sportingly.
Exploitation
Using a situation to benefit someone in a different way than originally intended.
Popular recreation
Recreational activities prior to the industrial revolution which reflected the violent lifestyle of the population.
Professional
Someone who takes part in a sport for financial reward, with this being their main source of income.
Rational recreation
Recreation following the Industrial revolution which reflected the violent lifestyle of the population.
Golden triangle
The interlinking relationship between sport, media and sponsorship.
Globalisation
The process of using increasing influence to be recognised on an international scale.
Wagering
To place money on the outcome of an event.
