Global events

Define what a host city/nation (1)

Give a disadvantage of being a host city/nation (1)

Give an advantage of being a host city/nation (1)

Select all the examples of rewards athletes could receive for competing at a global event

• Rivalry

• Money

• Recognition

• Pride

• Celebrity

Define what amateur performers are. (1)

Define what professional performers are. (1)

Select the different methods an amatuer performer can access funding.

• trust funds

• begging/asking

• scholarships

• a job

• gifts

Select the different methods that a professional can obtain funding

• work contract

• sponsorhip

• family

• trust fund

Suggest three benefits of a host nation improving or building new stadia and training facilities.

• Outdated stadia and facilities will cause spectators to have a negative experience of the event.

• Ensures that the country has world-class facilities

• Stadia and facilities will be outdated which will reflect poorly on the host nation.

• After the games stadia can be used to host further international competitions

• Training facilities can be used for national and community training.

Suggest two ways that a host nation can have a home advantage.

• Local athletes might feel pressure to perform in front of home supporters

• The home nation usually does not have to qualify to compete.

• Stadia and facilities will be outdated which will reflect poorly on the host nation.

• The home performer has the opportunity to train and get used to the facilities.

• Local athlete's might be distracted by the increased media obligations.