Entertaiment is generally associated with light-hearted fun and laughter, but many entertainments have an element of serious purpose. They may be religious festivals or ceremonies, or satires intended to achieve insight and intellectual growth. Entertainments evolve, transforming from activities once used in hunting and war into spectator sports, or from domestic pursuits such as cooking into professional competitions that can be broadcast to global audiences. Entertainment is often a form of play that prepares children for adult roles and responsibilities, such as child rearing and group activity.
