Potential Exam Qs

Question 1

Define media

Answer 1

Mass broadcasting of information

Question 2

3 positive effects in sport on the audience/ spectators

Answer 2

1- people can watch from home rather than going to sporting events
2- people can view stats and information online about their team
3- reply and instant replay is available to viewers

Question 3

2 positive effects of having spectators at a sporting event:

Answer 3

1- increased motivation for players to perform well.
2- creates an atmosphere

Question 4

3 negative effects media has on performers

Answer 4

1- increased pressure to perform
2- subject to abuse from fans online
3- increased focus on their private life

Question 5

3 negative effects of technology on sport:

Answer 5

1-Too many reviews can put performers off the game
2- some spectators won’t see how these decisions are being made and become frustrated
3 - the joy in scoring is taken out as you sometimes have to wait to celebrate

Question 6

3 positive effects of technology on sport:

Answer 6

1- instant replay is available to check for fouls, offsides and other incidents
2- better and advanced statistics for teams to analyse
3- performance analysis tools are linked to improving performance