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Sport is correct answers "an institutionalized competitive activity involving two or more opponents and stressing physical exertion by serious competitors who represent or are part of formally organized associations" (Nixon, 1984, p. 13). "a competitive activity involving at least two competitors, ...
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POSSIBLE QUESTIONS WITH CORRECT ANSWERS.
Sport is correct answers "an institutionalized competitive activity involving two or more
opponents and stressing physical exertion by serious competitors who represent or are part of
formally organized associations" (Nixon, 1984, p. 13). "a competitive activity involving at
least two competitors, requiring physical skill, following formal rules, and occurring within a
formal organizational framework" (LeUnes, 2008, p. 5).
Sport represents correct answers "well-established, officially governed competitive physical
activities in which participants are motivated by internal and external rewards" (Coakley,
2009, p. 6).
What is physical activity? correct answers all bodily movements that cause increases I
physical exertion beyond that which occurs during normal daily activities
Any body movement produced by skeletal muscles and resulting in a substantial increase
over the resting energy expenditure
what does exercise improve correct answers appearance, fitness, health and reduces stress
What is exercise? correct answers a specific form of physical activity in which the individual
engages for the purpose of improving fitness or health
form of leisure activity that is undertaken in order to achieve a particular objective (improve
appearance or reduce stress)
what is health correct answers state of complete physical, mental, and social well-being and
not merely the absence of disease or infirmity
How does Sociology differ from Biology and Psychology? correct answers Sociology looks
at the broad picture and biology and psychology focus on the individual level. Sociology
looks at cultural and society's influences.
3 Key assumptions of sociology? correct answers 1. People are social by nature. 2. People
attitudes and behaviors are shaped by family and friends. 3. People create, change, shape and
challenge the social context in which they are situated.
How does sociology relate to sport and physical activity? correct answers Sport and physical
activity deals with questions like" How are some sports valued and promoted while others are
not?'
What is Sport? correct answers an institutionalized competitive activity involving two or
more opponents, stressing physical exertion.
What four things does Sport involve: correct answers Physical in nature, at least 2 people,
competition, bound by formal rules of competition.
,What is the difference between values and sports? correct answers Values are culturally
derived. Sports reaffirms certain social values.
Success correct answers Winning is glorified, personal excellence measure by the amount of
success one has achieved, both is society and sport.
Competition correct answers Found in all places of society. It makes sports unique from other
activities.
What are the negative outcomes of competition? correct answers Survival of the fittest and
winning becomes the "end all and be all" where coaches and players engage in illegal
activities for the sake of winning.
Valued means to achieve? correct answers Hard work Continued striving for excellence.
Deferred gratification
What does society value? correct answers a brighter future
What does sport value? correct answers striving for continual improvement and progress
towards goals, setting new records, winning more games.
Materialism in Society? correct answers the main goal is to accumulate possessions and gain
status.
Materialism in Sports? correct answers Many times people will judge who's the better athlete
by how much their net worth is.
External Conformity in society? correct answers Society cannot tolerate total freedom by
individuals so they socialize individuals into acceptable practices and beliefs.
External Conformity in Sports? correct answers Conformity is highly valued and promotes
team unity.
What is an example of sport being a microcosm of society? correct answers Jackie Robinson
breaking the color barrier.
What is Social Capital? correct answers features of social organization such as networks,
norms, and social trust which can foster cooperation and mutual benefits.
Bonding social capital? correct answers Relationships with similar others
Bridging social capital? correct answers relationships/networks with dissimilar others
What is theory? correct answers Theory is a statement of relationships between units
observed or approximated in the empirical world?
a statement of constructs and their relationships to one another that explain how, when, why,
and under what conditions phenomena take place
What else is theory? correct answers A story about how and why events in the universe occur
, Theory correct answers articulations of phenomenon; will tell you how and why something is
happening; a way of understanding society
How is theory used in sport? correct answers It helps us understand how sport and physical
activity impact the use and perceptions of who we are
What are the 4 social theories in sport? correct answers 1. Functional 2. Conflict 3. Critical 4.
Symbolic interactionism
What does the functionalistic theory focus on? correct answers systems being interconnected
with valued parts
What are the potential weaknesses of the functionalist theory? correct answers over
simplification and assumes all people experience sport the same way
What is the Conflict Theory? correct answers Emphasis is on power and economics
What is the focus of Conflict theory? correct answers focuses on disharmony,social discord,
and conflict
what is the focus of interaction theory correct answers focuses on how people interact with
their environment to create meaning in their lives.
what is the focus of hegemony theory correct answers focuses on power and how power is
maintained
what is the focus of critical race theory correct answers Centralizes race and racism in their
analysis, questions theory of color blindness and racial equality.
what is functionalism theory correct answers sport is seen as a positive contributor to society
and benefits participants through development of better health and wellness, character
development, and the ability to learn life lessons
What is an example of Conflict Theory? correct answers Major league baseball teams exploit
players being trained in other countries by paying them less than they are worth
What is a potential weakness of Conflict Theory? correct answers Economic emphasis; not
all sports boil down to money
What is Critical Theory? correct answers Groups are characterized by shared values and
conflicts of interest. Agreements are never permanent.
What is a potential weakness in Critical Theory? correct answers Points out weaknesses
without solutions and tries to disrupt the status quo when it doesn't need changing.
What is Critical Race Theory? correct answers It focuses on race and is commited to social
justice.
What is Feminist Theory? correct answers It focuses on the gender of sports.
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