Rec Exam

How many distinct sociocultural factors that can influence leisure behavior/experiences did your book identify? 2 3 4 5

5

Which of the following is a defining characteristic of Leisure as a Spiritual Expression? Doing something in a real time/place Feeling free A contribution to spiritual expression or religious values Real choice and limitations and constraints

A contribution to spiritual expression or religious values

During the Industrial Revolution, leisure became more freely available to all because of which two reasons? Mark BOTH correct answers. A population shift from rural areas to urban centers The establishment of 8-hour work day A lessening of restrictions on leisure from church leaders A population shift from urban centers to rural areas

A population shift from rural areas to urban centers The establishment of 8-hour work day

Which of the following is NOT one of the three categories that encompasses modern definitions of recreation? A restorative function for work An activity carried out under certain conditions/motivations An outcome A social institution

A restorative function for work

Defining leisure as ____________ involves the way in which free time is used. Time Activity Setting/place State of mind

Activity

The working definition of recreation in your book includes which of the following elements? Activities/experiences that are voluntarily chosen Activities/experiences that are pleasurable Activities/experiences that may involve compulsion, discomfort, or danger All are elements of recreation None are elements of recreation

All are elements of recreation

Which of the following is NOT one of the age factors that influences leisure across the lifespan? The change in the family structure The influence of technology and social media Changes in physical development and life expectancy All are factors

All are factors

In adolescence (15-17 years), which of the following becomes a greater focus in leisure? Skill acquisition Group affiliation Music Competition All of the above

All of the above

Psychological leisure motivations include which of the following... Excitement Stress management Relaxation Balance of work & play All of the above B & C only

All of the above

A person's socioeconomic status impacts leisure in which of the following ways? The amount of free time they can dedicate to leisure The amount of discretionary income they have available for leisure The type of leisure service agencies they utilize All of these None of these

All of these

Constraints may impact leisure in which of the following ways? Prevent individuals from participating in leisure activities Prevent individuals from participating in leisure activities as much as they would like Diminish the quality of the leisure experience All of these None of these

All of these

Which of the following characterizes common culture? Specific to age groups Trendy Commercial All of these

All of these

Young adolescents (12-14 years) tend to: Have higher levels of impulsivity than in previous stages Begin a search for self Shy away from risk-taking Disconnect from peer groups

Begin a search for self

This was the first playground in the country designed specifically for children. Boston Sand Garden Central Park Hull House Myrick Park

Boston Sand Garden

Flow requires which of the following: Activities that require no specific skill Clear goals with immediate feedback An external benefit to the activity High levels of creativity

Clear goals with immediate feedback

For young children (5-7 years), which is true of their cognitive development? They are: Creative thinkers Abstract thinkers Concrete thinkers Logical thinkers

Concrete thinkers

Defining leisure as time means leisure occurs... During unobligated or discretionary time During travel, study, or social involvements During work obligations During sleep or while eating

During unobligated or discretionary time

The peak of Maslow's hierarchy of needs fits within which type of leisure motivation? Physical Social Psychological Emotional

Emotional

Which of the following is NOT one of the areas of development related to the Recreation Movement? Adult Education Development of national, state, and municipal parks Establishment of voluntary organizations Playground movement Establishment of collegiate sport

Establishment of collegiate sport

Deviant leisure is clearly defined and easy to distinguish from fringe and socially acceptable leisure. True False

False

Members of the masses never participate in high culture True False

False

Nash's Pyramid outlines only the positive effects of leisure True False

False

One's sex assigned at birth and gender identity are directly connected to one's sexual orientation True False

False

Pop culture does not include the most immediate and contemporary aspects of our lives True False

False

The Protestant work ethic refers to the idea of 8 hours for work, 8 hours for play, and 8 hours for rest. True False

False

_____________refers to local or regional traditional pastimes shared through direct, oral communication. High Culture Folk Culture Pop Culture None of these

Folk culture

The two key components of Kelly's Sociological Theory are: Freedom & Meaning Freedom & Skill Freedom & Intrinsic motivation Freedom & Control

Freedom and meaning

Which is NOT an example of high culture? Classical music Fine art Ballet Handmade quilts

Handmade quilts

_____________Refers to typical pastimes of the social elite of a society High Culture Folk Culture Pop Culture None of these

High culture

In early adulthood (26-40 years), individuals tend to be more interested in ______ than previous life stages? Individual lifelong sports Team sports Expanding their repertoire of leisure activities rather than honing skills Themselves than others

Individual lifelong sports

This type of constraint is associated with an individual's relationship with others Intrapersonal Interpersonal Structural Static

Interpersonal

This type of constraint impacts an individual's preference for, or interest in an activity Intrapersonal Interpersonal Structural Static

Intrapersonal

How is folk culture similar to popular culture? It can have mass participation It changes rapidly It is global in nature None of these

It can have mass participation

Which of the following is true of the Colonial Period? There was a large shift to urban centers greatly impacting leisure The recreation movement began during this time There were no religious restrictions on leisure It marked some of the earliest park development and conservation efforts

It marked some of the earliest park development and conservation efforts

Who developed services and recreation programs for children, youth, immigrant families, and the poor? Joseph Lee Luther Gulick Jane Addams Theodore Roosevelt

Jane Addams

Postmodern Leisure & Wearing's Feminist theory share which central element? They were developed by the same person Leisure relies on ritual and the building of community Leisure is a forum for contemplation and the search for truth Leisure is a mechanism for the resistance of social norms

Leisure is a mechanism for the resistance of social norms

This style of play proposed by Roger Caillois is marked by exuberance, freedom, and spontaneity. Agon Alea Paidia Ludus

Paidia

Defining leisure as a state of mind includes which of the following elements? A clear set of goals, structure, and clear and immediate feedback Life includes fragmented spheres including family activities, work, and leisure Compulsion and extrinsic motivation Personal fulfillment and self-enrichment

Personal fulfillment and self-enrichment

This type of motivation focuses on outcomes such as control of obesity and cardiovascular health. Physical Social Psychological Emotional

Physical

Which contemporary theory of play focuses on the important role of play in child development and community life? Preparation Theory Self-Expression Theory Play as a Social Necessity Stimulus-Arousal Theory

Play as a social necessity

Which of the following is true of leisure in Ancient Greece? There was little interest in the arts Play was viewed as essential to the physical and social growth of kids Religion played a minimal role in leisure Women had equal access to leisure

Play was viewed as essential to the physical and social growth of kids

Which type of culture is most often associated with the media? high culture pop culture folk culture low culture

Pop culture

_______________ is defined as a socially constructed categorization of people typically based on visible characteristics, while _______________ is defined as one's social and cultural heritage passed from one generation to another. Race/Ethnicity Ethnicity/Race Nationality/Race Race/Nationality

Race/Ethnicity

During the Dark and Middle Ages, early Christians focused on what related to leisure? Salvation through masochistic self-deprivation Robust church-sponsored leisure opportunities Ensuring leisure opportunities for "common people" Conservation of public lands

Salvation through masochistic self-deprivation

Perseverance, significant effort, durable outcomes, and unique ethos are aspects of which type of leisure? Casual leisure Taboo leisure Serious leisure Neulinger's paradigm

Serious leisure

Middle adulthood (41-60 years) is marked by which of the following? Increased levels of physical activity Slowing metabolism and weight gain Less concern with global and social issues A decrease in the importance of family

Slowing metabolism and weight gain

_________________ development includes fears, worries, self-control, and moods Physical Cognitive Socioemotional Software

Socioemotional

This type of constraint intervenes between an individual's desire to participate and their actual participation in an activity Intrapersonal Interpersonal Structural Static

Structural

These two early theories of play propose opposite motivations for play; _________________ states that play is utilized to burn excess energy, while _________________ states that play is done to restore energy Catharsis Theory; Surplus-Energy Theory Surplus-Energy Theory; Relaxation Theory Relaxation Theory; Flow Theory Surplus-Energy Theory; Preparation Theory

Surplus-Energy Theory; Relaxation Theory

Which are the most consumed examples of pop culture according to Delaney? Sports and internet Internet and television Television and sports Television and recreation

Television and sports

Following this time period, there was a major national investment in in the US in leisure and recreation via agencies such as the Civil Works Administration, the Civilian Conservation Corps, and the Works Progress Administration. The Civil War World War 1 The Great Depression World War 2

The Great Depression

"Bread and Circuses" refers to what in Ancient Rome? The need to include food to entice senators to engage in leisure The types of celebrations common after military triumphs The use of leisure to keep plebs entertained The division of the classes on lines of land ownership

The use of leisure to keep plebs entertained

In older adulthood (61+): There is a great variation in the physical abilities and limitations people experience Individuals are less cautious than n previous life stages Individuals seek more "alone" time Individuals tend to move away from religion

There is a great variation in the physical abilities and limitations people experience

In middle childhood (8-11 years), which of the following statements is true? They tend to prefer mixed-sex groups They may be easily embarrassed if criticized They need more rest than in young childhood They are not easily motivated

They may be easily embarrassed if criticized

A vast majority of the writing about play, recreation, and leisure as concepts in the field of leisure studies centers around Anglo-European, Western voices. True False

True

An individual's behavior is based on physical, cognitive, and socioemotional factors. True False

True

Sex assigned at birth and gender identity are two separate and distinct concepts. True False

True

Sometimes folk culture can become common culture True False

True

According to the reading, young adults (18-25 years) being to have a focus on which of the following that may impact their leisure time? Retirement Declining physical abilities Long-term security Work

Work

Spillover and compensation theory directly link leisure to what aspect of life? Rest Work Social norms Family commitments

Work