Question 1

Which of the following statements is true regarding stakeholders and major sporting events?&#10;A) Activists are a nuisance and therefore should not be considered stakeholders of an event&#10;B) Stakeholder homogeneity in a sport event context implies that for a given stakeholder group like the sport organizations, there may be differences within that group&#10;C) Organizing committees should create social contracts between themselves and their stakeholders so that they can more likely have positive relationships with their stakeholders

Accepted Answer

Creating social contracts between organizing committees and their stakeholders helps to establish clear expectations and goals for the event, which can lead to more positive relationships with stakeholders. Option A is incorrect as activists should be considered stakeholders and their concerns should be addressed. Option B is incorrect as stakeholder homogeneity refers to similarities within a group, not differences.

Question 2

Which of the following statements is false regarding sport event protocol?&#10;A) It is about tradition, mutual respect, and consideration, it is about relationships, appearance, and processes&#10;B) Protocol is about being competitive, looking to what you alone can gain, and about the immediate (as opposed to the future)&#10;C) Protocol starts when a dignitary arrives at an event until they leave

Accepted Answer

Sport event protocol is not about being competitive or focusing solely on individual gains. It is about tradition, respect, and relationships. Additionally, protocol extends beyond just the arrival and departure of dignitaries, as it involves all aspects of the event, including scheduling, seating arrangements, and communication strategies.

Question 3

Which of the following is true regarding heads of organizations and governments for Olympic Games?&#10;A) Politicians are always the most important person at an Olympics event.&#10;B) An IOC member or sport federation member usually trumps heads of state or political persons&#10;C) High profile and famous people will always be given priority seating

Accepted Answer

The International Olympic Committee (IOC) and relevant sport federation members usually hold more power and importance at an Olympic Games compared to heads of state or political persons. However, this does not necessarily mean that politicians will not be present or have any involvement in the event. High profile and famous people may also be given priority seating, but it is not always guaranteed.

Question 4

Which of the following organizations would not be part of the accredited media for an Olympic Games?&#10;A) Agence France Presse&#10;B) Getty Images&#10;C) Olympic Solidarity

Accepted Answer

Olympic Solidarity is a program run by the International Olympic Committee to support athletes from developing countries, and is not a media organization. Agence France Presse and Getty Images are both accredited media organizations that cover the Olympic Games.

Question 5

Which of the following statements is false regarding the media and major sports events?&#10;A) The press and broadcasters mean the same thing in major sports events&#10;B) Media have dedicated accreditation spaces within venues of a major sports event&#10;C) Journalists may spend the whole event sitting at one desk and not even see any sport competition live yet they have to report on it

Accepted Answer

The press generally refers to written media such as newspapers, while broadcasters refer to television and radio media. They may cover the same event, but their roles and methods of reporting can differ.

Question 6

What two sets of services do the media require at a major sports event?&#10;A) Transportation and accommodations&#10;B) Anti-doping&#10;C) Proper technology and instant results

Accepted Answer

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Deck 4: Stakeholder Relations and Protocol; The Media