Sport, Culture and Society

Question 1

Define culture

Answer 1

Beliefs, customs, and behaviors shared by a group.

Question 2

Define society

Answer 2

Collective organization of individuals in a community.

Question 3

Define social institution

Answer 3

Structured system fulfilling specific functions in society.

Question 4

Explain the role of sport within society

Answer 4

Provides entertainment, socialization, and health benefits.

Question 5

How does sport function as social control?

Answer 5

Regulates behavior and instills societal norms.

Question 6

Describe sport as a social institution

Answer 6

Organized system with rules and practices

Question 7

In what ways does sport serve as socialization

Answer 7

Teaches values and behaviors through participation.

Question 8

How does sport contribute to national identity?

Answer 8

Fosters national pride and unity

Question 9

Why is sport important for promoting values?

Answer 9

Reinforces teamwork, respect, and fair play.

Question 10

Give examples of values promoted through sport.

Answer 10

Respect for authority, adherence to rules.

Question 11

How do governments utilize sport?

Answer 11

Promote unity, international relations, and health.

Question 12

Explain sport’s significance in promoting cohesion.

Answer 12

Brings communities together, fostering bonds.

Question 13

What role does sport play in addressing social issues?

Answer 13

Raises awareness and promotes justice.

Question 14

Discuss sport’s economic impact.

Answer 14

Generates revenue and stimulates growth.

Question 15

How does sport influence globalization?

Answer 15

Facilitates cultural exchange and cooperation.

Question 16

Describe sport’s relationship with media.

Answer 16

Enhances visibility and shapes perceptions.

Question 17

Explain sporting nationalism.

Answer 17

Promotes national pride and rivalry.

Question 18

Discuss sport in education.

Answer 18

Teaches teamwork, leadership, and resilience.

Question 19

How does sport contribute to community development?

Answer 19

Fosters engagement and social inclusion.

Question 19

What are ethical considerations in sport governance?

Answer 19

Integrity, fairness, and athlete welfare.

Question 20

Berlin Olympics 1936
Q: What was Hitler’s goal at the Berlin Olympics?
Q: Who became the most successful athlete at the 1936 Games?
Q: Why did Hitler refuse to present Owens’ medals?

Answer 20

A: To showcase Aryan dominance.
A: Jesse Owens.
A: Due to Owens’ victories contradicting his ideology.

Question 21

South Africa - Apartheid
Q: Why did many athletes boycott South Africa during apartheid?
Q: What gesture helped unite South Africa during the 1995 Rugby World Cup?

Answer 21

A: Athletes were picked based on ethnicity, not ability.
A: Nelson Mandela appearing in a Springbok shirt.

Question 22

Tommie Smith and John Carlos
Q: What did Tommie Smith and John Carlos risk their careers for in the 1968 Olympics?
Q: What did their gesture bring attention to?

Answer 22

A: The ‘black power salute’.
A: The turbulent times for black citizens in the USA.

Question 23

Muhammad Ali
Q: Why was Muhammad Ali exiled from boxing for three and a half years?

Q: What did Ali stand by during his exile?

Answer 23

A: For refusing to fight in Vietnam based on religious beliefs.
A: His religious beliefs.