Gertrude Ederle: Breaking Barriers in Women's Sports History Quiz and Flashcards

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What was a common myth in the 19th century that discouraged women from being physically active?

Women were known for their superior strength and endurance.

Women were too fragile to engage in physical activity. (correct)

Women were considered too strong for physical activities.

Women were encouraged to participate in all forms of physical exercise.

In the 19th century, what were women of the upper and middle class expected to be?

Actively engaged in outdoor sports.

Involved in rigorous college sports.

Leading physically active lifestyles.

Passive and confined to home. (correct)

What revolutionized women's fashion in the 1890s, promoting physical exercise and freedom of movement?

Introduction of high-heeled shoes.

Growing popularity of the bicycle. (correct)

Widespread use of corsets.

Preference for long skirts.

Which event marked a rejection of Victorian notions of womanhood in the 1920s?

Jazz Age. Signup and view all the answers

Why did concerns about girls becoming rowdy lead to the establishment of special rules for girls' basketball in 1892?

To ensure appropriate behavior during sports activities. Signup and view all the answers

Which two women broke barriers and inspired others with their achievements in swimming and aviation during the 1920s?

Gertrude Ederle and Amelia Earhart Signup and view all the answers

What was a prevailing myth in the 19th century that hindered women from being physically active?

Perceived lack of strength and endurance Signup and view all the answers

In the Victorian era, women were idealized for which characteristics that were not conducive to good health?

Pale skin and delicacy Signup and view all the answers

Why were concerns raised about girls becoming rowdy in relation to basketball in 1892?

Fear of promoting a rebellious attitude Signup and view all the answers

What marked a significant shift in women's fashion in the 1890s, promoting physical exercise and freedom of movement?

Bicycle Signup and view all the answers

What characteristic was expected of women belonging to the upper and middle class in the 19th century?

Passivity and confinement to home Signup and view all the answers

Which era saw a surge in interest and participation in women's sports, marking a rejection of previous notions of womanhood?

1920s Jazz Age Signup and view all the answers

What prompted concerns about women's physical capabilities for rigorous activities in the mid-19th century?

'Masculinization' of female bodies through exercise Signup and view all the answers

Which group of historical female figures were mentioned as examples of physically active women?

'Amazon warriors' Signup and view all the answers

What role did women athletes like Gertrude Ederle and Amelia Earhart play in the 1920s?

Breaking barriers and inspiring others with their achievements Signup and view all the answers

'Rowdy' behavior among girls prompted the establishment of special rules for which sport in 1892?

'Basketball' Signup and view all the answers

Why were women in the 19th century discouraged from being physically active?

Due to myths about their lack of strength and endurance Signup and view all the answers

What impact did the Victorian era ideals have on women's physical health?

Idealized paleness and delicacy over good health Signup and view all the answers

How did the Jazz Age in the 1920s influence women's participation in sports?

Led to a surge in interest and participation in women's sports Signup and view all the answers

What impact did the growing popularity of the bicycle have on women's physical activity in the 1890s?

Promoted physical exercise and freedom of movement Signup and view all the answers

How did concerns about girls becoming rowdy influence the rules of basketball for women in 1892?

Introduction of stricter rules Signup and view all the answers

What barriers did women athletes like Gertrude Ederle and Amelia Earhart break in the 1920s?

Various barriers including social and gender norms Signup and view all the answers

Which group was expected to be passive and confined to home in the 19th century?

Women of upper and middle class Signup and view all the answers

What marked a significant change in women's participation in college sports in the mid-19th century?

Recognition of women's physical capabilities Signup and view all the answers

What historical figures were examples of physically active women mentioned in the text?

Amazon warriors and American frontier women Signup and view all the answers

What revolutionized women's fashion in the 1890s according to the text?

Increasing use of bicycles Signup and view all the answers

What prevalent myths hindered women in the 19th century from being physically active?

Their perceived lack of strength and endurance Signup and view all the answers

Which group in the 19th century was stereotypically expected to embody paleness and delicacy, impacting their physical health?

Women in the upper and middle class Signup and view all the answers

What prompted concerns about women's physical capabilities for rigorous activities in the mid-19th century?

Biological differences between men and women Signup and view all the answers

Why did the growing popularity of the bicycle in the 1890s have an impact on women's physical activity?

It promoted physical exercise and freedom of movement Signup and view all the answers

What marked a significant change in women's participation in college sports in the mid-19th century?

Recognition of women's physical capabilities Signup and view all the answers

What concerns led to the establishment of special rules for girls' basketball in 1892?

Girls exhibiting rowdy behavior during games Signup and view all the answers

What event led to a rejection of Victorian ideals of womanhood and a surge in interest in women's sports during the Jazz Age of the 1920s?

Remarkable achievements by women athletes Signup and view all the answers

How did physically active women like Gertrude Ederle and Amelia Earhart influence others in the 1920s?

By breaking barriers and achieving remarkable feats Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Women in the 19th century faced prejudice against being physically active due to myths about their lack of strength and endurance.
Throughout history, there have been instances of physically active women, including Amazon warriors and women on the American frontier.
In the 19th century, women of the upper and middle class were expected to be passive and confined to home, with physical activity not fully recognized.
The Victorian era idealized women for paleness and delicacy, which was not conducive to good health due to lack of recognition of the importance of exercise.
Women began participating in college sports in the mid-19th century, with concerns about their physical capabilities for rigorous activities.
The 1890s saw a revolution in women's fashion with the growing popularity of the bicycle, promoting physical exercise and freedom of movement.
Basketball was introduced to women's colleges in 1892, with concerns about girls becoming rowdy leading to the establishment of special rules for girls' basketball.
The Jazz Age of the 1920s marked a rejection of Victorian notions of womanhood, leading to a surge in interest and participation in women's sports.
Women athletes like Gertrude Ederle and Amelia Earhart in the 1920s broke barriers and inspired others with their remarkable achievements in swimming and aviation.
The 1930s saw prominent women athletes like Helen Wills Moody and Babe Didrikson Zaharias excelling in tennis and track events, challenging traditional gender roles.
The changing attitudes towards women in sports can be seen through milestones like Althea Gibson breaking barriers in tennis and Wilma Rudolph's Olympic successes in the 1960s.
Women continued to face resistance in sports traditionally dominated by men, but breakthroughs like women jockeys in horse racing and girls playing Little League baseball have expanded opportunities.
The feminist movement has played a significant role in creating awareness of women's rights in sports and advocating for equal opportunities and recognition for female athletes.

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Questions and Answers

What was a common myth in the 19th century that discouraged women from being physically active?

In the 19th century, what were women of the upper and middle class expected to be?

What revolutionized women's fashion in the 1890s, promoting physical exercise and freedom of movement?

Which event marked a rejection of Victorian notions of womanhood in the 1920s?

Why did concerns about girls becoming rowdy lead to the establishment of special rules for girls' basketball in 1892?

Which two women broke barriers and inspired others with their achievements in swimming and aviation during the 1920s?

What was a prevailing myth in the 19th century that hindered women from being physically active?

In the Victorian era, women were idealized for which characteristics that were not conducive to good health?

Why were concerns raised about girls becoming rowdy in relation to basketball in 1892?

What marked a significant shift in women's fashion in the 1890s, promoting physical exercise and freedom of movement?

What characteristic was expected of women belonging to the upper and middle class in the 19th century?

Which era saw a surge in interest and participation in women's sports, marking a rejection of previous notions of womanhood?

What prompted concerns about women's physical capabilities for rigorous activities in the mid-19th century?

Which group of historical female figures were mentioned as examples of physically active women?

What role did women athletes like Gertrude Ederle and Amelia Earhart play in the 1920s?

'Rowdy' behavior among girls prompted the establishment of special rules for which sport in 1892?

Why were women in the 19th century discouraged from being physically active?

What impact did the Victorian era ideals have on women's physical health?

How did the Jazz Age in the 1920s influence women's participation in sports?

What impact did the growing popularity of the bicycle have on women's physical activity in the 1890s?

How did concerns about girls becoming rowdy influence the rules of basketball for women in 1892?

What barriers did women athletes like Gertrude Ederle and Amelia Earhart break in the 1920s?

Which group was expected to be passive and confined to home in the 19th century?

What marked a significant change in women's participation in college sports in the mid-19th century?

What historical figures were examples of physically active women mentioned in the text?

What revolutionized women's fashion in the 1890s according to the text?

What prevalent myths hindered women in the 19th century from being physically active?

Which group in the 19th century was stereotypically expected to embody paleness and delicacy, impacting their physical health?

What prompted concerns about women's physical capabilities for rigorous activities in the mid-19th century?

Why did the growing popularity of the bicycle in the 1890s have an impact on women's physical activity?

What marked a significant change in women's participation in college sports in the mid-19th century?

What concerns led to the establishment of special rules for girls' basketball in 1892?

What event led to a rejection of Victorian ideals of womanhood and a surge in interest in women's sports during the Jazz Age of the 1920s?

How did physically active women like Gertrude Ederle and Amelia Earhart influence others in the 1920s?

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