Kins 134 Test 1
The code of the Samurai is called: Bushido Analects Tao Te Ching I Ching
Bushido
True OR False Taiji Quan is considered an external system of martial arts.
False
True OR False The early leaders in the Christian church were opposed to the care of the body or health promotion.
False
True OR False At the Isthmian games, athletes were awarded a crown of laurel.
False
True OR False Charles H. McCloy believed in "education through the physical".
False
True OR False The Yin and Yang are two famous Chinese martial art systems.
False
True OR False The citizens of the Greek city of Corinth eagerly embraced the introduction of Roman sport to their city and many citizens soon began training as gladiators.
False
True or False Arete is the Greek word/concept that "with regard to athletic competition, the end justifies the means--win at all costs".
False
True or False Physical Education programs and athletic competition were only taken seriously in Athens and Sparta, the rest of the Greek world ignored P.E. and serious athletic competition
False
What culture(s) are generally credited for developing much of the Western World's philosophical orientation toward the body and Physical Education? Roman and Spanish Egyptian Anglo-Saxon Greek and Macedonian Greek and possibly Judaic influence
Greek and possibly Judaic influence
The Japanese equivalent to the Chinese "dan tien" is: Ki Dan Hara Kyu
Hara
Qi is primarily moved by: Diet Blood flow Mind Breathe
Mind
The martial art practiced originally by monks and women is called: Kendo Kenjutsu Naginata Kyudo
Naginata
The dao models itself after: Nature God Man Heaven
Nature
Taiji Quan attempts to move qi by: Neijia (neidan) Waijia (waidan) Wu Wei Baqua
Neijia (neidan)
The martial arts known as karate, historically, are associated with what area? China Korea Okinawa Japan
Okinawa
Wrestling took place at specially designated "schools" known as Palestra's. Gymnasium. Arena. Lyceum. Academy.
Palestra's.
What is the literal translation of the dao? Vital force Path or way Dualism Nature
Path or way
The concept of "wind in the bones" would be best defined as: Nirvana Muscle development Chuan Tzu Qi Gong
Qi Gong
True OR False Athens had lavish, private gymnasiums and palestraes that charged fees.
True
True OR False Christian writers targeted both Christians and non-Christians because they continued to attend the immoral and hideous displays of sport in Rome, especially chariot racing.
True
True OR False In The Republic, Plato presents his educational philosophy. Among his beliefs is that women should be trained as athletes and have the use of a stadium and compete in the diaulos, the ephippos. He wanted women athletes to be decently dressed during their competitions - not nude like the men.
True
True OR False The Roman sport of chariot racing was so popular that it was adopted by Christians in the Byzantine Empire and remained popular for centuries.
True
True OR False The Romans were prejudiced/very uncomfortable in regard to the nudity of the Greek athletics.
True
True OR False The early leaders of the Christian church condemned Roman sports.
True
True or False Although gladiators who displayed courage, bravery, and fought well were admired by many Romans for their skill, these same Romans cared very little about the "future" of these trained killers since the fate of the gladiator was to provide the masses with entertainment and die in the arena.
True
True or False Professional athletes were a fact of life in ancient Greece.
True
Which of the following is true? Dualism is a philosophical system that separates human existence into three parts, mind, spirit, and body. was classically described in the writings of the Greek philosopher Stephanos. is a metaphysical position that decisively influenced the purpose and status of contemporary physical education. A and C only. All of the above.
is a metaphysical position that decisively influenced the purpose and status of contemporary physical education.
The philosophical position that views reality as having only one component is dualism. Christianity. monism. monasticism. None of the above.
monism.
The Heraean Games involved which of the following? were exclusively for females were held at the Olympic Stadium were administered by 16 women. The male Hellanodikai served as judges during the competition consisted of three events, all of the events were Footraces All of the above
All of the above
Nietzsche was the proponent for the ideal man. "Superman". the expression of animal, or natural instincts. one who is "beyond good and evil". All of the above.
All of the above.
Kendo is the art of the sword. Iaido is: Art of the naginata Art of two swords Art of archery Art of single sword draw
Art of single sword draw
According to Cladius Galen the best gymnastic exercises of all are those that not only exercise the body but also bring delight to the mind. the development of the body must be done in a harmonious way. running should be discouraged because it wears a person thin and causes some parts of the body to be overtaxed. All of the above. A and B only.
All of the above.
In Sparta periodic physical fitness assessments were administered to the youth by Ephors. the exam occurred every 10 days. if any of the examined youth appeared to be fat or flabby, they were beaten and punished. All of the above. None of the above
All of the above.
In general, Greek athletics were not popular during the era of the Republic because of the formal approach that the Greeks required. were not valued militarily by the utilitarian Romans. what little appealed existed for Greek athletics was found in the refined, leisured and literate Romans, not the middle class. Emperor Domitan enjoyed Greek athletic competition and built a stadium for so Greek athletic competitions could be held. All of the above.
All of the above.
Existentialism and phenomenology are concerned with personal meaning. personal experience. subjectivity. personal awareness. All the above
All the above.
Which Greek city developed both physical education and "high" culture to a level that most scholars claim has not been achieved since? Sparta Athens Cleveland Troy Nemea
Athens
True OR False Athenian women received extensive instruction in Physical Education, just like Spartan women and were expected to excel in athletic competition.
False
True OR False Jesse Feiring Williams advocated "education of the physical".
False
The art of archery in Japan is: Judo Kendo Kyudo Kyujitsu
Kyudo
True OR False Because it was through the perfection of the body that men most resembled gods, the culture of the body was a spiritual as well as physical activity.
True
Nietzsche is friendly toward physicality. Plato's philosophy of idealism. the mind/body dichotomy. All of the above. None of the above
physicality.
The ancient Olympic Games were first recorded to have began in 776 BC. 900 BC. 1896. 1000 BC.
776 BC.
In 472 B.C. the Olympics reorganized into a 5 day event. devoted 2 1/2 days to competition, the remaining 2 1/2 days were devoted to religious matters. added the Marathon race A and B only. All of the above.
A and B only.
The origins of the Olympic Games is or was based on mythology. based on religion. based on the account provided by Plato. All of the above. A and B only.
A and B only.
With regard to Agon and Arete, which of the following are true? according to Professor Miller, a definition of Arete would include virtue, skill, prowess, pride, excellence, valor, and nobility. in ancient Greece, arête was not limited to athletes. there is ample evidence that many Greek women were recognized for their Agon and Arete. All of the above. A and B only.
A and B only.
In Sparta women had more rights and freedom then Athenian women did women were ordered to develop athletic ability and engaged in footraces, wrestling, and discus throwing. would train right alongside with the men engaged in athletic competition All of the above
All of the above
Which of the following is true? At the foundation of Roman civilization was an ordered, pragmatic, utilitarian focus on the purposeful and practical. Romans were results oriented, deliberate, and methodical in their acceptance of civic responsibilities and duties. With the exception of some of the literate and refined members of the upper class who were significantly influenced by Greek culture, most Romans did not identify with the abstract, aesthetic, and harmonious/"moderation in all things" approach to life philosophy of the Greeks. All of the above A and B only.
All of the above
19 Aristotle studied with Plato, was a big fan of the Olympic games and provided Olympic officials with a revised list of the athletes who had won at Olympia. started his own gymnasium, the Lyceum and tutored Alexander the Great. is generally recognized as the preeminent philosopher of antiquity. believed that the health of the mind was dependent upon the health of the body. All of the above.
All of the above.
During the Empire and the Republic politicians sponsored games and spectacles for political ends. the process by which Roman politicians panderes to the masses by sponsoring games and spectacles came to be known as "panem et circenses" also known as "bread and circuses". politicians in Rome provided spectacular and often bloody events, and fed the spectators in exchange for their support. All of the above. A and C only.
All of the above.
Which of the following is true? Olympia was a sacred place where victory in sports as well as other occasions (such as military victories), was celebrated. The Olympic Games featured competitions not only for athletes, but also for poets, philosophers, and musicians. Cheating was a problem during the ancient Olympics The great philosophers Plato, Socrates, and Aristotle attended the Olympic Games but did not compete as an athletes. All of the above.
All of the above.
Which of the following is true? Plato argues for a harmonious relationship (not an equal relationship) between mind and body in The Republic. Boutros argues that Greek sport was based on divinities and worship rituals that were borrowed from the Phoenicians. Physical educators who believe in "Education Through the Physical" believe in not only developing physical fitness but also developing personal relationships, positive emotional development, mental learning, appropriate group behavior, and related social and aesthetic outcomes. All of the above. None of the above
All of the above.
The three treasures of the Dao are: Arts, warrior skills, and discipline Art, literature, and fighting techniques Body, breath, and mind Body, breath, and spirit
Body, breath, and mind
True OR False Most Romans were quite comfortable with the all-around development of man that reflected the aesthetic and educated aspects of Greek culture.
False
True OR False Sparta, like Athens, believed in "education through the physical" and appreciated the cultural contributions of the Athenians which were displayed in Sparta.
False
True OR False Spartan women were allowed to compete in the Olympic Games as wrestlers after 146 B.C. primarily because the Romans who conquered Greece relished the thought of Spartan women competing in wrestling.
False
True OR False The primary location for military instruction in Rome was the Coliseum.
False
The channels that qi flows along in the body are called: Meridians Three heaters Vital points Acupuncture points
Meridians
According to J. Levy, which of the following is false? Play is intrinsically motivated. Play involves the temporary suspension of normal/typical realities and the acceptance of alternative realities. Play involves an internal locus of control. Play is unique to the human species and does not occur in any other species. A, B, and C only.
Play is unique to the human species and does not occur in any other species.
True OR False There were several Roman emperors who lived from the first century to the third century A.D. who enjoyed Greek sport and spend a lot of money to restore Olympia which had been destroyed during the Roman conquest of Greece.
True
Which of the following is true? When describing the utility of history, Philosopher George Santayana noted that progress depends on our ability to remember history because those who cannot remember the past are condemned to repeat it. Legendary football coach, Norman Cousins, opined that history is not a credible repository of human achievement and is of minimal utility when determining the progress, or lack of progress, assigned to the human race. The ancient Romans invented the concept of the athletic stadium. The Roman word for stadium was STADION. All of the above Only A and C.
When describing the utility of history, Philosopher George Santayana noted that progress depends on our ability to remember history because those who cannot remember the past are condemned to repeat it.
Not inaction, but doing rather that what is natural is the principle of: Yin Yang Wu Wei Qi Gong Sanchin
Wu Wei
The Iliad, in which Homer elaborates about the funeral games of Patroclus who died during the Trojan War, is an example of a primary source. a secondary source. a chronological history. an interpretive history. A and C.
a primary source.
A good example of a secondary source in historical research would be an eyewitness account. the diary of a participant. an official box score of a baseball game. an academic journal article that summarized or reviewed an account of related information published in earlier academic journals. As a result, "first hand" or original research was not reported in the journal article. All of the above.
an academic journal article that summarized or reviewed an account of related information published in earlier academic journals. As a result, "first hand" or original research was not reported in the journal article.
Which of the following is true?, The Funeral Games of the ancient Greeks were first mentioned by the Poet Homer in the Odyssey. were held to punish enemies, such as Partroclus who was killed at Troy consisted of athletic contests which honored the deceased and were believed to give pleasure to the gods. were to the Greeks, no other culture held funeral games. All of the above
consisted of athletic contests which honored the deceased and were believed to give pleasure to the gods.
The first Olympic Games had one event, the Stade race--a footrace of 200 meters, about 600 ancient feet. had elaborate athletic facilities. were dedicated to the god Poseidon. awarded victors wreaths of holly None of the above
had one event, the Stade race--a footrace of 200 meters, about 600 ancient feet.
The most brutal and violent athletic contest of the Greeks was wrestling. pankration boxing. field Marches. chariot Racing.
pankration
Which of the following is true? classical scholars, such as William Fleming, connect the philosophy of existentialism with the ancient Greeks. Plato's philosophy is strongly tied to humanism because Plato's emphasis is that developing the body is always more important than developing the mind. Plato believed in democratic ideals the Greeks viewed their gods as idealized human beings with beautiful bodies. In order to gain favor with their gods, Greeks developed their bodies to look like the gods, thus honoring the gods. All of the above.
the Greeks viewed their gods as idealized human beings with beautiful bodies. In order to gain favor with their gods, Greeks developed their bodies to look like the gods, thus honoring the gods.
Stoic Philosophy was grounded in a sense of Individualism, a sense of personal responsibility and frowned on those who were/are emotional. did not appeal to Romans. was criticized by the Roman Seneca because it ignored the teaching of personal conduct. All of the above. None of the above.
was grounded in a sense of Individualism, a sense of personal responsibility and frowned on those who were/are emotional.
Socrates and Plato were consummate philosophers and participated in athletic competitions. developed a metaphysical position based on dualism which elevated the development of the body over the development of the mind. argued in the PHAEDO that the soul is evil and infects the mind. argued in the PHAEDO that the body must be developed to its full potential before the mind is able to function correctly. All of the above.
were consummate philosophers and participated in athletic competitions.
The Chinese enjoyed the sport of boxing. developed martial arts which was the result of Chinese philosophy and the need to train skilled warriors. played a form of football. watched men and women aristocrats play polo during the T'ang and Dynasties. All of the above.
All of the above.
The Circus Maximus in Rome was the premier hippodrome in the Roman Empire attracted men, women, and Christians. was where two Roman Emperors, Nero and Caligula, raced chariots. could accommodate upwards of 250,000 spectators. All of the above.
All of the above.
The Greeks developed a culture that emphasized the pursuit of individual excellence in mind and body. promoted an appreciation of the arts and humanities. honored both athletic excellence and intellectual excellence. All of the above. None of the above.
All of the above.
With regard to the development of Greek sport the origin of Greek sport has not been clearly established by scholars. there was a sharp distinction between amateur and professional athletes as described by H.W. Pleket and Slowikowski. there are two predominant schools of thought of the development of Greek sport; the traditional "rise -and- fall approach" and the view that Greek sport came about due to contact with other civilizations who practiced sport such as the Egyptians, Crete, and the Phonecians. Agon and Arete were common arguments that were used by philosophers who were opposed to the popularity of Greek athletics. A and C only
A and C only
Which of the following is true? In Rome, the training of youth had but one purpose: to make them obedient, disciplined, and ready to become a warrior. The Roman Legion adopted the same physical training program that the Greek warrior-athletes used. War was the prestige profession of the Romans. It was not unusual for them to utilize brutal methods for training the body. All of the above. A and C only.
A and C only.
Which of the following can be attributed to Socrates and Plato? their dualistic approach to questions about human existence. they were two of the greatest philosophers of all time. their philosophical position of the body decisively influenced the status and purpose of contemporary physical education. All of the above None of the above
All of the above
Which of the following is true? Interpretive history evaluates the evidence and attempts to explain the how and the why of events that happened in the past. What makes interpretative history different than that of descriptive history is that an interpretative history introduces the narrator's or researcher's perspective - his/her interpretation perspective about not only "what happened" but "why it happened". Unlike descriptive history, interpretative history does not limit itself to "just the facts" but actually interprets history. All of the above. None of the above.
All of the above
With regard to dualistic thought, which of the following is false? dualism believes that it is important to concentrate more time and effort in developing the mind as opposed to developing the body. Because the mind can form ideas which can become discoveries that promote better living. The body does not assist the mind in this process. through the ability to develop the mind, individuals are able to contribute timeless and eternal work in music, poetry, literature, philosophy, art and architectural forms that are so beautiful they are still used and copied today. These "contributions" originate from the mind and do not decay. The body will always decay and leaves nothing of value behind; the mind can form timeless ideas. All of the above None of the above.
All of the above
Aristotle's educational curriculum at his gymnasium consisted of grammar. gymnastics music. drawing All of the above.
All of the above.
Athenians, especially those influenced by Plato, believed in establishing a harmonious relationship between mind and body. a person with an out of shape, flabby body was a disgrace and poorly educated. striving to resemble the gods (who were often depicted as perfect physical specimens) by perfection of their physical beauty. All of the above. None of the above
All of the above.
Cladius Galen believed that exercise would benefit both the body and the mind. believed that the Greek athletics and exercises were better than the approach used by the Romans to condition the body. believed that both vigorous and violent exercises were beneficial. All of the above. A and B only.
All of the above.
Cladius Galen (A.D. 130-200) was one of the first physicians to combine medicine and biomechanics to form the "science of exercise". was a Greek physician who achieved fame because he had great success treating wounded gladiators so they could continue fighting. was very knowledgeable in the surgical procedures of the day and the use of drugs to assist the healing process. believed that professional athletes did not have much of an intellect and spend their lives over exercising, overeating, and oversleeping like pigs. All of the above.
All of the above.
During the Empire the philosopher's task was to provide the individual with a code of conduct based upon a certain spiritual and moral independence in much the same way that priests did in the Christian world. The concept of society was cosmopolitan and multicultural. The Philosophical-Directors provided an orientation based upon the beliefs of Zeno and Epicutus which emphasized ethical and practical conduct. All of the above. None of the above.
All of the above.
Eventually, the Olympic Games utilized a stadium that sat about 40,000 spectators. built a gymnasium, palaestra, hippodrome, temple dedicated to Zeus, a treasury building, and held animal sacrifices. built a hotel - the Leonidaion, that could accommodate up to 50 wealthy VIPs. All of the above. A and B only.
All of the above.
In China physical culture has been traced as far back as Peking Man, who lived over 500,000 years ago. there is strong evidence that the ancient Chinese were swift runners and good hunters. cave paintings exist that are over 3,000 years old and depict dancing and other physical activities. a dance was developed in ancient times that was used to treat diseases of the legs and feet. All of the above.
All of the above.
In regard to Spartan woman, which of the following are true? according to Plutarch, the Spartan lawgiver Lykourgos ordered that virgins should compete in footraces, wrestling, and throwing the discus. Lykourgos ordered that virgins were to be molded so that all softness and daintiness and effeminacy were removed and in addition, were to parade in the nude and to dance and sing at certain religious festivals in the presence of young men as spectators. Kyniska, daughter of the Spartan King Archidamos, entered a chariot team in the Olympic Games of 396 B.C. and again in 392 B.C. and won both times! She was the first woman in Greece to be recognized as an Olympic champion. a famous Athenian, Euripides opined that Spartan girls could not be chaste, even if they wanted to because they use the same race track and palaistra as the young men do exposing their thighs which Euripides found disgraceful. All of the above.
All of the above.
In regard to gladiators, which of the following is true? the term gladiator originates from a weapon called a "gladius". gladiators were divided into 4 specialties and would fight each other as spectators placed bets on who would survive. not all gladiator combats ended in death, gladiators were expensive to train and their owners did not want to loose their investment. some freemen desired to live the life of the gladiator, these individuals were known as auctorati and entered into an arrangement with a lanista, an entrepreneur, who bought and sold gladiators. All of the above.
All of the above.
In the Republic, Socrates continues to maintain his belief in dualism. believes that in order to educate the population correctly, each person must have a "mind and body" education. believes that education should consist of gymnastics for the body and music for the soul. believes that caring for the body is important, however, it is not equal with caring and developing the mind--developing the mind remains the primary main concern. All of the above.
All of the above.
Plato is the main source of information we have about Socrates. provides two views of the body based on his metaphysical dualism. does not trust the body to provide accurate and valid information. the significance of Plato's dualism is tied to what knowledge actually is and how individuals acquire their knowledge--Plato believes that individuals acquire knowledge through the mind--not the body. All of the above.
All of the above.
Spartan women participated in gymnastics and were conditioned to give birth to strong, healthy children. worked out right along side of the men, in the nude. received instruction in dance, wrestling, swimming, and horseback riding. All of the above.
All of the above.
The Olympic Games enforced the following rules: Athletes and their trainers had to arrive in Olympia no later than one month/30 days prior to the start of the games. Athletes had to be Greek citizens. Athletes must have no criminal record. Swear to Zeus that they had trained for the previous 10 months. All of the above.
All of the above.
The Panhellenic Games consisted of the Olympic Games. Nemean Games. Isthmian Games. Pythian Games. All of the above.
All of the above.
The Roman Empire was ultimately divided into two geographical regions, the Western Empire centered in Rome, the Eastern or Byzantine Empire, located in Constantinople. significantly influenced by Greek culture. was governed by a succession of Emperors. All of the above. None of the above.
All of the above.
The Romans did not use sporting events as a catalyst for developing physical education like the Greeks did. did not like the individual athletic contests that the Greeks participated in. developed "games and spectacles" into large scale shows that were designed to entertain spectators. This was contrary to the Greek notion of athletics that used sports and games as an opportunity for citizens to compete and to demonstrate physical fitness. All of the above. None of the above
All of the above.
The Romans paid homage to their gods to ensure a bountiful harvest, curry their favor much like the Greeks did with their gods. engaged in footraces, ball playing, equestrian displays, and wrestling in order to exhibit their athletic skills to their gods who were believed to be in attendance during religious holidays when these activities occurred. believed that they were divinely selected to rule the world. As a result. they developed a very pragmatic and utilitarian physical training program so their soldiers could defeat the enemy in battle. All of the above. B and C only.
All of the above.
The impact of Plato's dualism on educational philosophy in general and physical education in particular can be understood through his epistemology asks, "can accurate knowledge be achieved while in the body"? asks, "if the answer is no, how is it possible to become educated if it is demonstrated that the physical senses (body) can often fool the mind"? places the development of the mind as more important than developing the body which is evident in contemporary educational philosophy. All of the above.
All of the above.
The physical and "sporting" activities of the Romans revolved around "physical exercises - physical education" during the early years of the Republic. evolved into massive spectacles of entertainment, debauchery, and carnage during the Empire. included ball games, spending time in the baths or engaging in mild exercise tossing various balls back and forth to loosen the joints and increase range of motion. for the most part, was not at all similar to the intense, strenuous activities engaged in by the Greeks in the palastras and gymnasiums. All of the above.
All of the above.
The wealthy Romans believed in the value and utility of Galen's health gymnastics. believed that the maintenance of health was a worthwhile and natural goal. employed Greek physicians in order to provide instruction in health related exercises. All of the above. None of the above.
All of the above.
Which of the following are true? According to Roman mythology, two infant twin brothers, Romulus and Remus were found on the banks of the Tiber River by a female wolf who Suckled them until a farmer discovered the two boys. Romulus eventually murdered his brother and proclaimed himself the first King of Rome in 753 B.C. Rome grew from a small town named Latium near the Tiber River into one of the most famous cities in both the ancient and modern world. Before ancient Rome was established, the people or "Romans" who lived in the region were ruled by the Etruscans. All of the above.
All of the above.
Which of the following is true? Descriptive history describes, as objectively as possible, and in as much detail as possible, what happened in the past. Descriptive history endeavors to provide the who, what, when, and where of the past and tries to do this without transposing ideas, values, and judgments that are embraced today upon or onto the events that took place in history, in the past. Many early historical works are descriptive and are literally records of the past. All of the above. A and B only.
All of the above.
Which of the following is true? During the fourth and third centuries B.C., the Republic was seen as an ordered civilization where economic and political freedom existed. During the fourth and third centuries B.C., the influence of religion on education was significant and moral and military training was considered more important than intellectual achievement. During the Roman Empire, Romans were encouraged to use information obtained from religion and philosophy to answer questions they had about the "meaning of life". All of the above. A and B only.
All of the above.
Which of the following is true? During the time of the Republic, holidays emerged from simple religious occasions and agricultural offerings into elaborate games and spectacles that were financed by the government. During the Republic and the Empire, the government introduced official sporting events. When this occurred, all businesses were closed and admission to these "games and spectacles" were usually free. Only during the early period of the Republic did Romans actually participate in games and sports. During the remaining years of the Republic and during the Empire, Rome became a nation of spectators. Romans enjoyed watching slaves and professional athletes compete while also taking delight in watching the less fortunate Christians, criminals, and political prisoners participate unwillingly in the games. All of the above.
All of the above.
Which of the following is true? In the first century A.D., the Emperor Domitan (A.D. 51- 96) instituted races that featured young women during the Capitoline Games held in Rome. The "Romanized" Olympic Games in Syria featured women wrestlers. There are historical accounts that women engaged in weight training exercises in order to tone muscles and keep in shape. Women competed as gladiators. All of the above.
All of the above.
Which of the following is true? The origins of Rome can be traced to a small community that pre- dated Rome called Latuim located near the Tiber River. In 509 B.C., Romans defeated the Etruscans and formed the Roman Republic which was governed by an aristocratic oligarchy. The Roman Republic lasted until 146 B.C., the year that Rome finally conquered Greece. The Roman Empire was established in 27 B.C. and lasted until 476 A.D. All of the above.
All of the above.
Which of the following is true? Under Greek rules Only male citizens of Greece could compete in the Olympic Games. Married women, with the exception of the priestess of Demeter, were not allowed to attend the Olympic Games The athletes competed nude. The most important officials at the Olympics were the Hellanodikai. All of the above.
All of the above.
The best example of a primary source in historical research would be An eyewitness account, an ancient artifact or Homer's Illiad. An academic journal article utilizing secondary source material A good history text written within the last year and using a combination of sources A history teacher A Hollywood movie like Gladiator, Troy, or The 300.
An eyewitness account, an ancient artifact or Homer's Illiad.
Which of the following is true? Sport was not very popular in antiquity because people in Rome would rather spend their free time at the gambling parlors than at sporting events held in the Circus Maximus and similar venues. Racing syndicates that provided money, horses and drivers for chariot races in Rome were identified by the various breeds of horses that each syndicate favored. The Black syndicate relied exclusively on stallions to pull their chariots while the Gold syndicate favored geldings. Athletes of today would have much in common with the athletes of antiquity who, like today's athletes, competed to achieve fame, fortune, and glory. All of the above are true. A and B are true.
Athletes of today would have much in common with the athletes of antiquity who, like today's athletes, competed to achieve fame, fortune, and glory.
Which of the following is FALSE? A game represents a more organized effort then that of play. Games are playful activities that are void of rules and goals. The ancient Greeks did not have team competitions at the Olympic Games. The ancient Greeks believed in individual excellence and engaged in athletic competition to honor their gods, families, and city states. The vast majority of ancient Romans were bored with Greek athletic competitions.
Games are playful activities that are void of rules and goals.
Sport, generally defined, consists of which of the following characteristics? Continuity, division of roles, dynamic interaction with an audience, a supporting establishment. One team, devotion to practice, coaching specialization, significant fan support. Scheduled competitions, large venues to hold competitions, significant financial resources, media coverage, achievement recognition, formal league playoff arrangements. All of the above None of the above.
Continuity, division of roles, dynamic interaction with an audience, a supporting establishment.
True OR False Athenians who could afford it, hired a Spartan Paidonomos to teach their sons about physical education and athletic competition.
False
True OR False The Greeks were very receptive to the introduction of Roman sports.
False
True OR False The Roman military embraced the Greek model of athletic competition because it developed the "team unity" the Romans demanded.
False
True OR False The Romans were every bit as intellectual and culturally oriented as the Greeks were.
False
True OR False The mind/body relationship has no impact on modern culture.
False
True OR False The winning athletes at Nemea received a crown of olives.
False
True OR False Victorious athletes at Olympia were crowned with a wreath of wild celery.
False
True or False The pentathlon was the event in the Olympic Games that featured four events - broad jump, pankration, discus throw, and hippios competition. The athlete who won this event was considered the best athlete in the Greek world.
False
true OR False The Olympic Games were dedicated to Athena, the chief deity of the Greeks.
False
With regard to Arete and Agon, which of the following is true? Arete was an honor reserved only for Olympic champions. Those athletes who were honored with Arete received great wealth and had the right to confer Arete on other athletes who were worthy, for a price! Agon was a special athletic festival held only for Olympic champions Was available for women as well as men None of the above
None of the above
Historically, China dates from the beginning of the Christian era - circa 46 A.D. enjoyed organized sports that began in 618 A.D. never achieved a standard of living remotely close to that enjoyed in the West. All of the above. None of the above.
None of the above.
With regard to the Iliad, which of the following is true? it was Plato's greatest masterpiece. it is actually a song that the Greeks sung during important athletic festivals. it is the epic story of the Spartan Queen Kyneska's victory at the Olympia A and B only. None of the above.
None of the above.
With regard to the Olympic Games, women could compete with the men from 146 BC onward when Rome conquered Greece and took control of the Olympic games were sometimes sacrificed along with 100 bulls to honor Zeus who were married to Olympic champions were allowed to attend. B and C only. None of the above.
None of the above.
Which of the following is true? The Romans displayed the same cultural genius and intellectual acumen that the Greeks did. Most Romans were in agreement with the idea of emphasizing the all- around development, the individual that reflected the aesthetic and educated ideals that were made famous by the Greeks. The Romans were known as pragmatic and utilitarian and emphasized the practical and purposeful. Unlike the Greeks, the Romans were monotheistic. All of the above.
The Romans were known as pragmatic and utilitarian and emphasized the practical and purposeful.
In reference to the term sport, which of the following is false? Was first used in England, circa A.D. 1440. The etymology of the term sport comes from Greek and Latin. Sport morphed from the French term de(s)porter, which met to amuse oneself to a term that was used in England to refer to competition in the form of games, hunting, and individual exploits. All of the above. None of the above.
The etymology of the term sport comes from Greek and Latin.
True OR False There is credible evidence that both men and women competed as gladiators.
True
True OR False Agon is a term that represents (1) the agonistic process or "agony" that Greek athletes experienced while engaged in strenuous physical training. And competition. It was also a term used to identify a place where athletic competition was held.
True
True OR False Apparently, it was only during the era of the early Republic that Romans actually participated in physical activity and athletic competition - during the Empire, they became a nation of spectators.
True
True OR False Aristotle believed that it was essential that the rational soul be educated because the health of the mind was dependant upon the health of the body.
True
True OR False Homer was a Greek who lived sometime between 1000 to 800 B.C. and is credited as the originator of the Illiad and the Odyssey which, in part, reveals Greek athletic competition in a section devoted to the Funeral Games of Patroclus who died during the siege of Troy.
True
True OR False Male children who lived in Sparta were taken from their homes at the age of 7, housed in the public barracks, and supervised by the Paidonomos, who was in charge of the Spartan educational program called the Agoge.
True
True OR False Roman games and spectacles served the utilitarian function of pacification and a means to keep the masses entertained so they wouldn't riot or cause trouble.
True
True OR False Roman gladiator venues (arenas) and attendant combats could be found as far north as England, as far south as North Africa and as far east as Turkey.
True
True OR False Roman leaders feared that bored citizens may revolt against the government. As a result, they provided entertainment for the citizens in the form of athletic spectacles.
True
True OR False Since they were the "victims" of Roman sport, Christians were the dominant force that opposed the carnage associated with the games and spectacles of ancient Rome.
True
True OR False Spartan women dominated the competition held at Olympia to honor Hera, wife of Zeus.
True
True OR False The Byzantine Empire survived the Fall of Rome and lasted until 1453.
True
True OR False The Greeks saw their gods as "idealized" human beings, perfect images of masculine and feminine beauty.
True
True OR False The Roman gods and goddesses were essentially Greek ones, with a few name changes.
True
True OR False The Stoics, as opposed to the epistemological beliefs of Plato and Socrates, believed that knowledge was based on sense-perception - the body is a source of knowledge
True
True OR False The athletic competitions at Olympia and Nemea were dedicated to Zeus.
True
True OR False The sweat of Olympians was a coveted product and was bottled and sold to fans and others.
True
True or False In contrast to Sparta, the education of Athenian youths was the responsibility of the family, not the state.
True
History, as defined in the text, can best be described as the study of change, or the absence of change over time. events that happened in the past. people that lived in the past. descriptions of historic events. All of the above.
change, or the absence of change over time.
The Romans during the Empire enjoyed elaborate ostentatious buildings that were quite large. looked with disdain upon Romans who built lavish houses and attended gladiatorial spectacles. revered Nero as one of the finest emperors that the Empire ever had. B and C only. None of the above.
enjoyed elaborate ostentatious buildings that were quite large.
Understanding the mind/body relationship is important to physical educators because this relationship helps determine the "value" of the body. the body is always more valuable than the mind. the mind is always more valuable than the body. the mind and the body should always be balanced. None of the above.
this relationship helps determine the "value" of the body.
