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What historic event marked a new era for women in sports with 100 women participating?
What historic event marked a new era for women in sports with 100 women participating?
The New York City Marathon
Who believed that women possess a weak and delicate Constitution, which has been contrasted with evidence of women's physical activity throughout history?
Who believed that women possess a weak and delicate Constitution, which has been contrasted with evidence of women's physical activity throughout history?
Aristotle
What period saw the ideal of women being subordinate and passive, with little emphasis on physical exercise?
What period saw the ideal of women being subordinate and passive, with little emphasis on physical exercise?
Victorian era
What popular sport did college girls take up in the mid-19th century, with special rules to prevent overexertion and fatigue?
What popular sport did college girls take up in the mid-19th century, with special rules to prevent overexertion and fatigue?
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What physical activity became popular for women at the turn of the century due to its convenience and health benefits?
What physical activity became popular for women at the turn of the century due to its convenience and health benefits?
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Name a woman known for swimming the English Channel, celebrated as a historic victory for feminism.
Name a woman known for swimming the English Channel, celebrated as a historic victory for feminism.
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Who was celebrated for her flight across the Atlantic, contributing to historic victories for feminism?
Who was celebrated for her flight across the Atlantic, contributing to historic victories for feminism?
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In which period did women's participation in sports gain popularity and respect, with figures like Sonia Henie and Babe Didrikson Zaharias inspiring athletes?
In which period did women's participation in sports gain popularity and respect, with figures like Sonia Henie and Babe Didrikson Zaharias inspiring athletes?
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What were some of the challenges women faced in sports due to their clothing at the turn of the century?
What were some of the challenges women faced in sports due to their clothing at the turn of the century?
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What societal norms did women defy by engaging in sports and outdoor activities in various historical periods?
What societal norms did women defy by engaging in sports and outdoor activities in various historical periods?
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What historic event marked a new era for women in sports with 100 women participating?
What historic event marked a new era for women in sports with 100 women participating?
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In which period did women's participation in sports gain popularity and respect, with figures like Sonia Henie and Babe Didrikson Zaharias inspiring athletes?
In which period did women's participation in sports gain popularity and respect, with figures like Sonia Henie and Babe Didrikson Zaharias inspiring athletes?
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What were some of the challenges women faced in sports due to their clothing at the turn of the century?
What were some of the challenges women faced in sports due to their clothing at the turn of the century?
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What period saw the ideal of women being subordinate and passive, with little emphasis on physical exercise?
What period saw the ideal of women being subordinate and passive, with little emphasis on physical exercise?
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Who believed that women possess a weak and delicate Constitution, which has been contrasted with evidence of women's physical activity throughout history?
Who believed that women possess a weak and delicate Constitution, which has been contrasted with evidence of women's physical activity throughout history?
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What popular sport did college girls take up in the mid-19th century, with special rules to prevent overexertion and fatigue?
What popular sport did college girls take up in the mid-19th century, with special rules to prevent overexertion and fatigue?
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What physical activity became popular for women at the turn of the century due to its convenience and health benefits?
What physical activity became popular for women at the turn of the century due to its convenience and health benefits?
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What societal norms did women defy by engaging in sports and outdoor activities in various historical periods?
What societal norms did women defy by engaging in sports and outdoor activities in various historical periods?
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Name a woman known for swimming the English Channel, celebrated as a historic victory for feminism.
Name a woman known for swimming the English Channel, celebrated as a historic victory for feminism.
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Who was celebrated for her flight across the Atlantic, contributing to historic victories for feminism?
Who was celebrated for her flight across the Atlantic, contributing to historic victories for feminism?
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What historic event in sports marked a new era for women with 100 women participating?
What historic event in sports marked a new era for women with 100 women participating?
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Which woman was celebrated for swimming the English Channel, considered a historic victory for feminism?
Which woman was celebrated for swimming the English Channel, considered a historic victory for feminism?
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Who was the famous female pilot celebrated for her flight across the Atlantic, contributing to historic victories for feminism?
Who was the famous female pilot celebrated for her flight across the Atlantic, contributing to historic victories for feminism?
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During which historical period was the ideal woman portrayed as subordinate and passive, with little emphasis on physical exercise?
During which historical period was the ideal woman portrayed as subordinate and passive, with little emphasis on physical exercise?
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What concerns arose in the mid-19th century regarding college girls participating in sports?
What concerns arose in the mid-19th century regarding college girls participating in sports?
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Which popular sport did college girls take up in the mid-19th century with special rules to prevent overexertion and fatigue?
Which popular sport did college girls take up in the mid-19th century with special rules to prevent overexertion and fatigue?
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In the early 20th century, what physical activity became popular for women due to its convenience and health benefits?
In the early 20th century, what physical activity became popular for women due to its convenience and health benefits?
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Who were some of the figures in the 1920s that inspired generations of female athletes, contributing to the popularity and respect for women's participation in sports?
Who were some of the figures in the 1920s that inspired generations of female athletes, contributing to the popularity and respect for women's participation in sports?
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What contrasting view about women's physical abilities was mentioned in the text, referring to Aristotle's beliefs and historical evidence?
What contrasting view about women's physical abilities was mentioned in the text, referring to Aristotle's beliefs and historical evidence?
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Despite societal norms, women in various historical periods showed remarkable physical and mental fortitude by engaging in sports and outdoor activities. Give an example of such a woman.
Despite societal norms, women in various historical periods showed remarkable physical and mental fortitude by engaging in sports and outdoor activities. Give an example of such a woman.
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Match the following historical period with its description:
Match the following historical period with its description:
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Match the following female athletes with their historic accomplishments:
Match the following female athletes with their historic accomplishments:
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Match the following beliefs or views with their context in the text:
Match the following beliefs or views with their context in the text:
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Match the following activities with their significance at different historical periods:
Match the following activities with their significance at different historical periods:
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Match the following events or figures with their impact on feminism:
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Study Notes
- The New York City Marathon in the text has 100 women participating, marking a new era for women in sports.
- Women's participation in sports is increasing, surpassing centuries-old prejudices against women and their supposed lack of strength and endurance.
- Aristotle's belief that women possess a weak and delicate Constitution has been contrasted with evidence of women's physical activity throughout history.
- Women in various historical periods have shown remarkable physical and mental fortitude, engaging in sports and outdoor activities despite societal norms.
- In the Victorian era, the ideal woman was subordinate and passive, with little emphasis on physical exercise.
- As women began attending colleges in the mid-19th century, concerns arose about their ability to handle physical exertion and maintain their health.
- College girls took up sports like basketball, with special rules put in place to prevent overexertion and fatigue.
- At the turn of the century, women's clothing made free movement difficult for most sports, and bicycling became popular due to its convenience and health benefits.
- Women's physical accomplishments, such as Gertrude Ederle's swim of the English Channel and Amelia Earhart's flight across the Atlantic, were celebrated as historic victories for feminism.
- Women's participation in sports gained popularity and respect in the 1920s, with figures like Sonia Henie and Babe Didrikson Zaharias inspiring generations of athletes.
- Women's involvement in sports became more significant during World War II, with women's capabilities being recognized in the workforce and in physical fitness programs.
- Prejudices against women in sports continued, with male opposition and restrictions on activities like roller derbies and baseball.
- Legal actions and groundbreaking performances, such as Billie Jean King's victory against Bobby Riggs, helped to establish new roles for women in sports.
- Women's sports have gained more attention and funding in recent decades, with women demanding equal opportunities and recognition.
- Women seek the satisfaction, discipline, and sense of community that sports offer, regardless of the male-dominated attitudes or stereotypes.
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Explore the historical journey of women in sports, from overcoming prejudices to achieving remarkable physical accomplishments. Learn about key figures, milestones, and societal attitudes that shaped women's participation in sports over the years.
