AQA A-Level PE Timeline Quiz 1780 - 1900- EAL Language and additional questions

What was a major reason people had little time for sport in the 1780s-1830s?

• They worked long hours in factories.

• They were involved in political activities.

• They were focused on education.

• They were busy with agricultural work.

What did the Factory Act of 1833 achieve?

• It allowed women to work in factories.

• It introduced sports in schools.

• It banned sports in factories.

• It reduced working hours for children.

Which institution was influential in promoting sport as a healthy activity in the 1840s-1850s?

• The government

• The Church and YMCA

• Local councils

• The military

What was a significant development in sports during the 1850s-1870s?

• Introduction of professional sports leagues

• Saturday half-days became common for playing sports

• Creation of international sports competitions

• Ban on sports for women

What was the role of trains in the spread of sports in the 1850s-1870s?

• They provided venues for sports events.

• They were used to advertise sports events.

• They helped teams travel and play matches.

• They were used for transporting sports equipment.

What was the significance of the Football Association (FA) starting in 1863?

• It introduced women's football.

• It established written rules for football.

• It allowed only professional players.

• It banned football in schools.

What was the Amateur Athletic Club (AAC) known for?

• Promoting women's athletics

• Allowing only rich, amateur men

• Allowing only professional athletes

• Organizing international competitions

What was a result of the Education Act of 1870?

• Schools started teaching physical drill.

• Children were banned from playing sports.

• Only private schools could teach sports.

• Sports were removed from the curriculum.

What facilities did local councils build in the 1870s-1890s?

• Shopping malls

• Libraries and museums

• Parks, swimming pools, and sports areas

• Factories and workshops

What was the purpose of churches forming sports teams in the 1870s-1890s?

• To promote religious teachings

• To keep young people active and moral

• To compete in international events

• To generate revenue