Question 1

As globalization has occurred, professional sport teams are

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With globalization, professional sport teams are increasingly owned by investors who are not citizens of the team's country. This can lead to concerns about the loyalty and commitment these owners may have to the team's home country and its fans. It may also lead to decisions that prioritize financial gain over the interests of the team and its fans.

Question 2

In the box, Olympism and the Olympic Games, the table showing total medal counts from 1896 to 2004 indicates that when the size of nations is taken into account

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Question 3

When athletes move from one country to another, it raises important issues.Which of the following is NOT one of those issues?

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While lack of appropriate medical care is a concern for athletes in general, it is not a specific issue that arises when athletes move from one country to another. The other three options are commonly discussed issues when it comes to athlete migration.

Question 4

In the box, Olympism and the Olympic Games, it is noted that the major advantage for using multiple sites for each Olympic Games would be to

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Question 5

To make sense of complex new political realities around the world we should

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To make sense of complex new political realities around the world, it's important to study changes on both the global and local levels. This allows for a more comprehensive understanding of the interconnectedness of these processes and their impact on various societies and cultures. Assuming that sports are becoming modernized and Americanized or focusing on studying only local processes may limit our understanding of the broader global context in which these changes are taking place. Examining only sport forms that have existed for more than 100 years may also limit our ability to understand how contemporary political realities are shaping and being shaped by cultural practices, including sport.

Question 6

In the box, Olympism and the Olympic Games, which of the following is NOT a change recommended for reforming the Olympic Games?

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The box suggests various changes to reform the Olympic Games, including A) adding demonstration sports, B) potentially revising national uniforms, and D) integrating the Olympics and Paralympics. However, the box does not recommend eliminating the opening and closing ceremonies.

Question 7

In the box, Olympism and the Olympic Games, the author explains that the Olympics is now designed primarily to

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Question 8

As corporations sponsor more of the media coverage of international sports, sports events have become vehicles for presenting messages

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As corporations are the sponsors of the media coverage of international sports, they are interested in presenting their messages to the audience who are also consumers. Therefore, sports events have become vehicles for presenting messages to spectator-consumers.

Question 9

Sports are likely to foster meaningful cultural exchanges between nations when

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For sports to foster meaningful cultural exchanges, it is important that people from different nations share information equally and develop mutual understanding. This can happen through the exchange of ideas, values, and traditions, and can lead to a better understanding and appreciation of different cultures. The emphasis should not be on winning medals, producing cultural converts, or abandoning traditional sports, but on promoting cross-cultural communication and respect.

Question 10

The images and messages presented by the sponsors of major sport events tend to

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Sponsors of major sports events use their images and messages in order to influence what people think about. They want to create positive associations with their brand and encourage people to buy their products or use their services. While not all spectators may pay close attention to the messages presented, they can still be subconsciously influenced by them. However, the messages do not necessarily dictate what people think, and they are not designed to discourage consumption-based lifestyles.

Question 11

A problem associated with using sports to bridge diplomatic and cultural gaps between peoples of the world is that sports may

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While sports can be a powerful tool for cultural exchange and diplomacy, they can also perpetuate economic and power imbalances between nations. Wealthier nations may have access to better training facilities, resources, and equipment, giving them a competitive advantage over developing nations. This can create a situation where developing nations become more dependent on wealthy nations for support, perpetuating an imbalanced power dynamic.

Question 12

Corporate sponsorships of sports are primarily motivated by corporate interest in

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Corporate sponsors of sports are primarily motivated by promoting their brand, products, and services through advertising and branding opportunities associated with sports events. They believe that associating their brands with sports can help create brand loyalty and build a positive brand image. This can lead to increased sales and profits, which is the ultimate goal of any corporation. In essence, they hope to promote a way of life based on consumption and consumerism.

Question 13

In the box, Olympism and the Olympic Games, the author suggests that the Olympic motto, "Citius, Altius, Fortius," should be replaced by new motto that emphasizes

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The author of the article suggests that the Olympic Games should have a new motto that emphasizes health, unity, and peace. The current motto, "Citius, Altius, Fortius," which means "Faster, Higher, Stronger," focuses on competition and individual achievement. The author argues that the Games should be more about bringing people together and promoting global understanding and cooperation. Therefore, option B is the correct choice.

Question 14

Changes in global politics over the past three decadeshave made international sports

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Changes in global politics, such as the rise of transnational corporations and globalization, have made international sports more important as stages for commercial displays by these corporations. Sports events serve as a platform for these corporations to gain visibility and market their products globally, making them very profitable for sponsors. Therefore, international sports have become more commercial events than political events, and their importance has only increased in recent years.

Question 15

Which of the following statents related to globalization and athlete migration is NOT true?

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This statement is not true as there are many athletes from the U.S. who play professionally in other countries, especially in sports like soccer and baseball.

Question 16

In the box, Olympism and the Olympic Games, the suggestions for reforming the Olympic Games include

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Question 17

In the box, Olympism and the Olympic Games, the author endorses the elimination of national medal counts because such counts tend to

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The author argues that national medal counts intensify nationalism and political differences between countries, which goes against the ideals of Olympism and the unifying nature of the Olympic Games. Therefore, the elimination of national medal counts is endorsed.

Question 18

Sports in recent years have become framed in new terms.Which of the following best describes this change?

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The statement mentions that sports have become framed in "new terms," implying a change from the way sports were previously perceived. One of the changes highlighted in the statement is the increasing importance of commercial interests, which suggests that sports are now being viewed more through the lens of business and economic gain rather than just athletic competition.

Question 19

In the box, Olympism and the Olympic Games, it is noted that the current method of selling media broadcasting rights to the Olympic Games

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The current method of selling media broadcasting rights to the Olympic Games often results in coverage being limited to paid subscription services, which goes against the Olympic ideals of inclusivity and accessibility for all.

Question 20

In the box, Olympism and the Olympic Games, Bruce Kidd, a former Olympian and now a physical educator, suggests that the Olympics be changed so that

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Bruce Kidd suggests that the Olympics should focus on the service of athletes, making their contribution to society central in both athlete selection and media coverage, rather than solely on their athletic skills or other factors.

Quiz 13: Sports and Politics: How Do Governments and Global Political Processes Influence Sports

As globalization has occurred, professional sport teams are

In the box, Olympism and the Olympic Games, the table showing total medal counts from 1896 to 2004 indicates that when the size of nations is taken into account

When athletes move from one country to another, it raises important issues.Which of the following is NOT one of those issues?

In the box, Olympism and the Olympic Games, it is noted that the major advantage for using multiple sites for each Olympic Games would be to

To make sense of complex new political realities around the world we should

In the box, Olympism and the Olympic Games, which of the following is NOT a change recommended for reforming the Olympic Games?

In the box, Olympism and the Olympic Games, the author explains that the Olympics is now designed primarily to

As corporations sponsor more of the media coverage of international sports, sports events have become vehicles for presenting messages

Sports are likely to foster meaningful cultural exchanges between nations when

The images and messages presented by the sponsors of major sport events tend to

A problem associated with using sports to bridge diplomatic and cultural gaps between peoples of the world is that sports may

Corporate sponsorships of sports are primarily motivated by corporate interest in

In the box, Olympism and the Olympic Games, the author suggests that the Olympic motto, "Citius, Altius, Fortius," should be replaced by new motto that emphasizes

Changes in global politics over the past three decadeshave made international sports

Which of the following statents related to globalization and athlete migration is NOT true?

In the box, Olympism and the Olympic Games, the suggestions for reforming the Olympic Games include

In the box, Olympism and the Olympic Games, the author endorses the elimination of national medal counts because such counts tend to

Sports in recent years have become framed in new terms.Which of the following best describes this change?

In the box, Olympism and the Olympic Games, it is noted that the current method of selling media broadcasting rights to the Olympic Games

In the box, Olympism and the Olympic Games, Bruce Kidd, a former Olympian and now a physical educator, suggests that the Olympics be changed so that