10.1 - 10.4 Review

Which of the following is the correct meaning of the term leisure.

• A physical activity or pastime that promote health, relaxation and enjoyment

• Time spent away from work and free from obligations

• An activity that involves physical exertion and skill, either as an individual or as part of a team competing against another team or person.

• To take part in a sport or activity for enjoyment.

Identify factors that influence which recreational activities people do in their leisure time. (Select all relevant)

• Age

• Interests

• Social Circumstances

• Health

• Technology

Advances in technology in the work place is a factor which effects the growth of leisure activities. Which of the following points help explain this growth.

• People live longer

• People working shorter days

• People spend less time on household chores

• People have longer holidays

• People have more flexible working hours

What do we call the first stage of the sports development pyramid, where people come into contact with sports?

• Elite

• Participation

• Performance

• Foundation

At which stage of the sports development pyramid does coaching and competition happen?

• Elite

• Participation

• Performance

• Foundation

Which of the following statements are associated with the elite stage of the sports development pyramid?

• Performers move from regional to national level

• Governing bodies are responsible for performer's development

• Involves being with friends and like-minded individuals who are there to enjoy playing sport

• Training and competition become more regular and more important

• The pyramid is at the narrowest at this point as very few people reach this level

Which of the following is NOT a factor which affects progress on pyramid?

• Friends

• Ability

• Motivation

• Luck

• Facilities

Identify the statements which support the description for the main roles of sports development officer

• Liaise with schools, governing bodies, councils about development.

• Assist with rule changes within sports.

• Publicise activities.

• Increase participation.

• Organise classes and coaching.

Which of the following are main factors that affect people’s access to physical activities.

• Age

• Gender

• Disability

• Social Influences

• Cultural Influences

Which factors, that can affect PARTICIPATION in physical activities, is the statement below referring to?

"People of minority ethnic groups or people with disabilities are given fewer opportunities to participate and be involved in physical activities."

• Access

• Environment

• Discrimination

• Financial considerations

• Family