Question 1

What is defined as 'strict adherence to a specific set of theological doctrines'?&#10;A) Faith&#10;B) Fundamentalism&#10;C) Religion&#10;D) Spirituality

Accepted Answer

Strict adherence to a specific set of theological doctrines is the primary characteristic of fundamentalism. Faith, religion, and spirituality do not necessarily require strict adherence to a specific set of doctrines.

Question 2

Which of these is not identified in the chapter as something single-faith organisations have used sport for?&#10;A) Promote spiritual growth&#10;B) Recruit new members&#10;C) Promote religious beliefs and organisations&#10;D) Educate about other belief systems

Accepted Answer

The chapter does not mention using sport to educate about other belief systems as being a purpose for single-faith organizations.

Question 3

What has been the conclusion of the small number of well-controlled experiments that have looked at the impact of fasting on an athletes performance?&#10;A) Moderate increase&#10;B) Neglgible increase&#10;C) Negligible decrease&#10;D) Moderate decrease

Accepted Answer

Negligible decrease. Well-controlled experiments on the impact of fasting on athletes' performance have generally concluded that there is a negligible decrease in performance. This suggests that while fasting might have some impact, it is not significant enough to drastically alter athletic performance.

Question 4

In 2016, Ibtihaj Muhammad became the first US athlete to compete at the Olympics wearing a hijab.

Accepted Answer

Ibtihaj Muhammad became the first US athlete to compete at the Olympics wearing a hijab in 2016.

Question 5

What issue alledegly led to the rift between Muhammad Ali, the former world heavyweight champion, and Elijah Muhammad, leader of Nation of Islam movement?&#10;A) Ali wanted to make a return to boxing to make money.&#10;B) Ali would not fast during Ramadan in case it had a negative impact on his training.&#10;C) Ali agreed to fight on Eid al-Adha.&#10;D) Ali stopped going to Mosque on Fridays as it interfered with his training schedule.

Accepted Answer

Ali's decision to return to boxing for financial reasons allegedly led to a rift with Elijah Muhammad, as it was seen as prioritizing material gain over religious and community commitments.

Deck 16: Sport, Religion and Spirituality