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Commonwealth Games Exploration Worksheet

Commonwealth Games logo and athletes

🏆 Part 1: History and Countries

1. In which year were the first Commonwealth Games held?

1924

1930

1936

1948

2. What were the Commonwealth Games originally called?

The _________________ Empire Games

3. Which countries are part of the Commonwealth? (Tick all that apply)

New Zealand

Australia

Japan

Canada

India

Brazil

4. Name three Pacific Island nations that compete in the Commonwealth Games:
5. How often are the Commonwealth Games held?

Every _______ years

🏃‍♀️ Part 2: Sports and Culture

6. Which sport is unique to the Commonwealth Games and not featured in the Olympics?

Rugby Sevens

Netball

Cricket

Lawn Bowls

7. Explain why netball is significant in the Commonwealth Games context:
8. Name New Zealand's most successful Commonwealth Games sport and explain why you think this is the case:

🌍 Part 3: Impact and Significance

9. Map Activity: On the world map provided by your teacher, colour and label five Commonwealth countries from different continents that regularly compete in the Games.
10. How do the Commonwealth Games promote cultural exchange between nations? Give two specific examples:
11. Critical Thinking: "The Commonwealth Games are more important for building international relationships than they are for sporting achievement." Do you agree or disagree with this statement? Provide evidence to support your answer.

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