How did the Enlightenment period fundamentally change the justification for Physical Education compared to the Middle Ages?

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Physical Education QUESTION #6799

Question 1

It focused on preparation for feudal warfare
It emphasized naturalism and the physiological necessity of movement for health and reason✔️
It viewed physical activity as a distraction from spiritual salvation
It prioritized aesthetic beauty over functional health

Correct Answer Explanation

Enlightenment thinkers like Rousseau argued that physical activity was a natural necessity for developing a child's reasoning and overall health.