Sports 17th Century
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This flashcard set explores the history of sports and games from the 17th century, focusing on cricket, horse racing, and other traditional games. Learners will practice identifying key figures, events, and terminology related to these activities, such as Jasper Vinall, the origins of horse racing under King James I, and the early forms of cricket. The set also highlights cultural games, including Toli and Kolven, providing insights into the evolution of recreational sports.
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First cricketer known to die from game injury
Jasper Vinall.
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Type of "staff" mentioned in early cricket history
A cricket staffe.
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Dutch game considered a precursor to golf
Kolven.
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Leader who banned horse racing in England in 1654
Oliver Cromwell.
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Year of first official recorded horse races in New York
1664.
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Earliest known "great match" in cricket revealed in 1697 newspaper
A match in Sussex played for fifty guineas.
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Popular violent sport in 17th-century American backcountry
Rough and Tumble.
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Traditional Russian game with a pumpkin-shaped ball
Kila.
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Role of two umpires during 17th-century cricket matches
A bat.
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Item sometimes bet on in 17th-century cricket matches
Candles.
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King associated with establishing Newmarket horse racing
King James I.
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Form of horse racing involving a cart or sulky introduced to the US
Harness racing.
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Publication allowing lawful sports on Sundays issued by King James I
The Book of Sports.
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Earliest known organised village cricket match
Weald versus Upland and Chalk Hill.
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Native American game resembling lacrosse
Toli.