Question 1

Sport is one of the most powerful contributors to the ideology of the openness of American society and the meritocratic social order based on hard work.

Accepted Answer

Sport is often viewed as a means of achieving success through hard work and talent regardless of one's background or social status, which reinforces the American ideal of meritocracy. Additionally, sport has been used to break down racial and social barriers, promoting the idea of a more open and inclusive society.

Question 2

Systems of social stratification are systems of structured inequality.

Accepted Answer

Social stratification refers to the hierarchical arrangement of individuals or groups based on various factors such as social status, wealth, income, education level, occupation, and power. In such systems, some people or groups enjoy greater privileges, prestige, and resources than others. This leads to structured inequality, where people are divided into classes, castes, or categories based on their social position.

Question 3

A career in professional sports is fairly easily obtained if the individual has a real dedication to becoming a pro athlete.

Accepted Answer

A career in professional sports is extremely competitive and requires not only dedication but also talent, skill, and a lot of hard work. Many athletes never make it to the professional level, and those who do often have to overcome numerous obstacles and setbacks along the way.

Question 4

In boxing, those who make it to the top typically maintain their high social status when they quit or lose their championship.

Accepted Answer

This is not always the case. Many former champions struggle financially and face challenges in transitioning to life after boxing.

Question 5

Pseudosport depends in very large measure on the interest and attendance of blue-collar workers and their families.

Accepted Answer

Pseudosport events such as professional wrestling, monster truck rallies, and demolition derbies often target blue-collar audiences for their popularity and entertainment value.

Question 6

Research on sports participation shows that the lower the socioeconomic status of the individual, the more likely the person is to be actively engaged in sport and exercise.

Accepted Answer

Research generally indicates that individuals from higher socioeconomic backgrounds are more likely to participate in sports and exercise activities, due to factors like better access to resources, facilities, and time for leisure activities.

Question 7

High-income, high-education, and high-status occupational groups have the highest rates of active attendance at sports events.

Accepted Answer

Studies have consistently shown that individuals with higher income, education, and occupational status are more likely to attend sports events. This is believed to be due to both the financial resources and social networks that come with these factors.

Question 8

The greatest contribution that sports participation has with regard to upward social mobility is through the opportunities that some athletes are given to extend their formal education.

Accepted Answer

Many athletes are able to receive athletic scholarships that cover the cost of tuition and fees, allowing them to attend college and obtain a degree that can open up greater job opportunities and potential for upward mobility. This is a well-documented and widely recognized benefit of sports participation.

Question 9

High school sport participation provides an avenue for upward social mobility for athletes from low-income families because about 40 percent of high school athletes are awarded an athletic scholarship.

Accepted Answer

While high school sport participation can have many benefits, including improved physical health and social connections, only a small percentage of high school athletes (less than 3 percent) actually go on to receive athletic scholarships for college. Additionally, athletic scholarships are often only partial and do not necessarily provide full financial support for a student's education. Therefore, high school sport participation cannot be relied upon as the primary avenue for upward social mobility.

Question 10

According to figures reported in your textbook, fewer than 15 percent of recruited athletes in Division I schools failed to meet the regular admission standards of their universities.

Accepted Answer

According to figures reported in the textbook, fewer than 15 percent of recruited athletes in Division I schools failed to meet the regular admission standards of their universities, making the statement true.

Question 11

Women have the majority of coaching positions for women's intercollegiate sports teams.

Accepted Answer

Men hold the majority of coaching positions for women's intercollegiate sports teams, despite the athletes being female.

Question 12

The the social class, the one is to participate in violent/aggressive sport.

Accepted Answer

Individuals from higher social classes are generally less likely to participate in violent or aggressive sports due to cultural norms, access to a wider variety of recreational activities, and different socialization patterns.

Question 13

The average length of a career in professional team sports of those who make it as a pro is

Accepted Answer

The average length of a career in professional team sports of those who make it as a pro is three to five years. While some athletes may have longer careers, the majority do not due to various factors such as injury, age, competition, and performance.

Question 14

Members of the upper social classes tend to engage in sports more frequently than members of the lower classes.

Accepted Answer

Since this statement is referring to an overall trend and does not specify a particular sport, the most appropriate category of sport would be individual sports. Also, the use of "tend to" suggests a generalization rather than a rule, and individual sports are often associated with autonomy and self-motivation, which may be more common in the upper classes.

Question 15

measures the changes in an individual's social status through her or his life.

Accepted Answer

Intragenerational mobility measures the changes in an individual's social status throughout their lifetime, such as moving from a low-income job to a high-income job or obtaining a higher level of education. Intergenerational mobility, on the other hand, looks at changes in social status between generations, such as whether someone's children end up in higher or lower social classes than their parents. Exogenous and endogenous mobility are not relevant concepts in measuring changes in an individual's social status.

Question 16

Which of the following has the highest rates of sport participation?

Accepted Answer

The upper-middle class typically has higher levels of disposable income, which allows them to afford the expensive equipment and fees associated with sports participation. Additionally, they may have more leisure time and fewer work-related demands, allowing for more time to engage in sports activities.

Question 17

The major historical pattern of sport has been that patronage

Accepted Answer

Throughout history, sport has primarily been patronized by wealthy individuals and institutions, such as royalty, aristocrats, and wealthy business owners. This is evident in the fact that many sports, such as tennis, golf, and horse racing, were developed and played exclusively by the upper social classes. While there may have been some patronage from lower social classes in certain sports, such as football or boxing, overall, patronage has been largely concentrated among the wealthy.

Question 18

Various forms of automobile and motorcycle racing may appeal to working-class persons because

Accepted Answer

All of the above are reasons why various forms of automobile and motorcycle racing may appeal to working-class persons. The artifacts of the sport, such as posters and memorabilia, can be found in working-class communities. The machines themselves represent excitement and power to individuals who may find their jobs dull and repetitious. Finally, racing provides an opportunity for individuals to compete and showcase their skills, which may resonate with the working-class ethos of proving oneself through hard work and determination.

Question 19

The percentage of high school athletes who will receive Division I scholarships (full or partial) is approximately

Accepted Answer

According to NCAA statistics, only about 2 percent of high school athletes receive Division I scholarships, meaning that the best answer choice would be A, which is the closest option to 2 percent.

Question 20

Which of the following is an example of a "prole" spectator sport?

Accepted Answer

Professional wrestling is considered a "prole" spectator sport due to its often exaggerated and theatrical performances, which appeal more to working-class audiences. Tracks and professional baseball may have fans from a variety of classes, while miniature golf is considered more of a leisure activity than a spectator sport.

Quiz 5: Sport, Social Stratification, and Social Mobility Main Themes