Question 1

Which of the following is not a useful phrase to incorporate into a definition of the term "globalization"?

Accepted Answer

Option D is irrelevant and not related to the definition of globalization. The other options are directly related to the concept of globalization.

Question 2

Increased player mobility has had both positive and negative consequences in sports in both North America and Europe.Which of the following is NOT one of the more positive consequences noted in the text?

Accepted Answer

The text does not mention switching teams at the end of contracts as a positive consequence of increased player mobility.

Question 3

Who,of the following,is most likely to own a sports team in the 21ˢᵗ century?

Accepted Answer

Major investors from outside the community are more likely to have the financial resources and interest in owning a sports team. Local small business owners may not have enough capital, and middle managers are unlikely to have the means to invest in such a venture. The owner of a large local manufacturing company may have the resources, but may not have the interest or expertise in owning a sports team.

Question 4

Which sport best illustrates that there are limits to globalization?

Accepted Answer

Hockey is less globally popular compared to sports like soccer and basketball, which have a more widespread international following. Hockey's popularity is largely concentrated in specific regions such as North America and parts of Europe, illustrating the limits of globalization in sports.

Question 5

Increased player mobility has had both positive and negative consequences in sports in both North America and Europe.Which of the following is NOT one of the more negative consequences noted in the text?

Accepted Answer

The text does not mention any negative consequences related to human rights.

Question 6

The migration of Brazilian soccer players has created all of the following scenarios,except:

Accepted Answer

The migration of Brazilian soccer players has not lowered overall salaries for soccer players worldwide. In fact, the demand for soccer players has continuously increased, resulting in higher transfer fees and salaries.

Question 7

Ulf Hannerz,on the topic of cultural globalization,would be most likely to contend that:

Accepted Answer

Ulf Hannerz is known for his theory of "cultural complexity" which acknowledges cultural diversity and argues that globalization is a multi-polar process where cultures interact and influence each other. He does not believe in the dominance of a single culture, such as American culture, and instead views globalization as a more nuanced and diverse phenomenon.

Question 8

Which of the following would you argue to a classmate is a "global brand name"?

Accepted Answer

Apple is a globally recognized brand name, with its products being sold and recognized in countries all over the world. Eaton's is a Canadian department store and Lululemon is a popular athletic wear brand, but they do not have the same level of global recognition as Apple. NAFTA is not a brand name, but rather a trade agreement between North American countries.

Question 9

To which group noted below is Foer referring when he talks about "one of the great migrations of talent in recent history"?

Accepted Answer

The answer of To which group noted below is Foer...

Question 10

It is noted in the text that the success of a sports team no longer reflects the quality of local players or the characteristics of local people.Which of the following would you argue now best reflects a team's success?

Accepted Answer

The answer of It is noted in the text that...

Question 11

According to David Whitson,the author of Chapter 14 in the text,which sport offers the best illustrations of globalization in sport,and in the sports business?

Accepted Answer

According to David Whitson, soccer offers the best illustrations of globalization in sport and in the sports business. Soccer is played all over the world, with passionate fan bases in many different countries. The sport has also seen internationalization of its business practices, including the rise of multinational corporations as sponsors and owners of teams. Additionally, the globalization of soccer has led to an increase in the movement of players and coaches between countries, as well as the development of international tournaments such as the World Cup.

Question 12

Special-interest television channels aimed at niche markets are referred to as:

Accepted Answer

Narrow-casting refers to the practice of targeting a specific audience or niche market with specialized content, rather than broadcasting to a broad or general audience. This is a common strategy for special-interest television channels, which cater to specific demographics or interests such as music, sports, news, or fashion. Narrow-casting enables broadcasters to deliver highly relevant, targeted content to their audience, which can be more engaging and effective than broad-casting to a general audience.

Question 13

How would you describe to your parents how the owners of sports teams have changed with globalization over the past 40 years?

Accepted Answer

With globalization, sports teams have become more valuable assets and thus tend to be owned by corporations rather than individuals. This trend has become more prominent over the past 40 years.

Question 14

What does it mean when we say that globalization in the sports labour market is mostly a "one-way street"?

Accepted Answer

Globalization in the sports labor market is often described as a "one-way street" because it typically involves players from poorer countries moving to wealthier countries where they can earn higher salaries.

Question 15

Prior to 1990,which of the following leagues would you argue was the least international in terms of its players?

Accepted Answer

The answer of Prior to 1990,which of the following leagues...

Question 16

Which of the following is the most convincing argument in terms of the relationship between globalization in sport and racial tolerance,according to David Whitson?

Accepted Answer

David Whitson argues that the relationship between globalization in sport and racial tolerance is not straightforward. While the increased presence of players from other cultures may lead to increased tolerance of other races, player migration has also led to some ugly reactions at sports events and not increased tolerance. Therefore, option B, that player migration has led to some ugly reactions at sports events and not increased tolerance, is the most convincing argument according to Whitson.

Question 17

Critics of neoliberal ideology would be most likely to argue that:

Accepted Answer

Critics of neoliberal ideology would argue that government cutbacks, which are a central tenet of neoliberalism, have widened the gap between the rich and everyone else. They would also argue that the private sector, which is championed by neoliberals, cannot always provide services more efficiently than the government, and that free markets are not always the most effective way of allocating resources. Therefore, options A, C, and D are unlikely to be chosen by critics of neoliberalism.

Question 18

Which of the following is not a transnational corporation?

Accepted Answer

The Bay is a Canadian retail company that operates solely within Canada, making it a domestic corporation rather than a transnational one. Nike, Toyota, and News Corp are all examples of transnational corporations that operate globally across multiple countries or regions.

Question 19

In terms of cultural globalization,the affluent countries of the global North - mainly North American and Western Europe - are being transformed most visibly by:

Accepted Answer

Immigration is the most visible form of cultural globalization in affluent countries of the global North.

Question 20

A situation in which more wealth is produced without producing more jobs is referred to as:

Accepted Answer

A jobless recovery occurs when economic growth takes place without a corresponding increase in employment. This can happen due to factors such as automation, outsourcing, or productivity improvements that allow businesses to produce more with fewer employees. Economic globalization, cultural globalization, and economic integration do not necessarily imply a jobless recovery.

Quiz 14: Globalization and Society