Question

Use the timeline to view the contributions of female athletes from the 1960s to the present.

Pick ONE female athlete from EACH DECADE and explain the sport that she played, the years that she played it, and the contributions that she made to the sport and to society.

Answer 1

Answer:

Women's sports, both amateur and professional, have existed throughout the world for centuries in all varieties of sports. Female participation and popularity in sports increased dramatically in the 20th century, especially in the last quarter-century, reflecting changes in modern societies that emphasize gender parity. Although the level of participation and performance still varies greatly by country and by sport, women's sports are generally accepted throughout the world today