Australia's Sporting Identity

Define the term 'sport'

• An activity involving skill in the art of moving from one area to the next.

• An activity involving physical exertion and skill in which an individual or team competes against another or others for entertainment.

• Being able to adapt and change your mind depending on the situation

Australia's sporting history has been known as _______________ throughout time.

• Average

• Successful in all sports

• Weak and unsuccessful

• Excellent, considering the population

What city in Australia first hosted the modern Olympic Games?

• Adelaide

• Sydney

• Perth

• Melbourne

Which country has had the biggest impact on the sporting identity of Australia?

• United States of America

• Great Britain

• Russia

• New Zealand

How is sport perceived in Australia?

• Not important

• A major aspect of the community

• A chore that must be done

• Nobody actually watches it or enjoys it

Sporting events can be sorted into three categories. They are:

• School and Non-School

• Local, Public and Club

• Competitive and Non-Competitive

• Local, National and International

There are many factors that influence sport in Australia. Which of these is NOT a factor?

• Media

• Players, Spectators and Officials

• Taxes

• Cultural Background

Participation rates and success in sport between 1970 and 2019 for female athletes have _________________

• Increased

• Decreased

• No change

A tennis player receives sponsorship and payment for winning a tournament. This is known as ______________ sport.

• Amateur

• Semi-Professional

• Professional

• Club Sport

True or False. Your cultural background determines which sporting endeavours you participate in.

• True

• False