This critical question is all about how meanings about sport and physical activity changed over time. There are two dot points for this critical question.

The beginnings of modern sport in 19th century England and colonial Australia

The learn to that goes with this dot point asks you to compare the nature of sport in the 19th century with sport in today’s society by answering questions looking at amateur and professional sport as well as considering social groups and the differences for men and women.

Sport as a commodity

This dot point is all about sport becoming professional as more money became involved and athletes shifted into full-time. This includes looking at advertising, business influence, sponsorships, hosting major international events and more. Your job is to focus on the consequences of this influence as sports become business focused.