Mud wrestling and tug-of-war at Los Angeles Junior College in 1936

The transcript discusses the phenomenon of mud wrestling contests among college students, highlighting its unclear origins but noting its prevalence across campuses before the 1929 crash. These contests, indulged in by college men and women, became a notable part of film history, with every campus, regardless of size, participating when weather allowed.

What activity did college students participate in, as mentioned in the video?

• Debate competitions

• Science fairs

• Slaphappy mud wrestling contests

• Chess tournaments

What is missing regarding the history of these contests?

• Exact date of origin

• Location of the first contest

• Names of participants

• Rules of the game

How do we know these contests took place?

• Through newspaper articles

• Through written records

• Through oral stories

• Through film history

When did these contests become popular across college campuses?

• In the 1960s

• During World War II

• After the year 2000

• Before the crash of 1929

What condition was necessary for these contests to take place?

• Weather permitting

• Availability of funds

• Presence of an audience

• Approval from authorities