Question 1

What is the most correct statement regarding the effect of Title IX on women in the sports media?

Accepted Answer

Title IX increased opportunities for women in sports, including in the media. However, it also created a backlash of resentment from some male sports journalists and fans, who felt that women were encroaching on what was seen as a primarily male domain. This backlash has manifested in various ways, including harassment, intimidation, and exclusion from certain roles or events. Nevertheless, women have continued to make strides in the sports media industry, and many have become prominent voices and leaders in the field.

Question 2

The debate over issues of access for women in the sports media is:

Accepted Answer

C

Question 3

The "Lisa Olson incident" revolved around:

Accepted Answer

The "Lisa Olson incident" was a controversy that erupted in 1990 when Lisa Olson, a reporter for the Boston Herald, entered the locker room of the New England Patriots and was allegedly sexually harassed by several players. The incident prompted a national discussion on locker room access for female journalists and resulted in the NFL developing a policy requiring teams to provide equal access to female reporters.

Question 4

In terms of women in the sports media, "sexploitation" refers to:

Accepted Answer

Sexploitation refers to the objectification and promotion of women based solely on their physical attractiveness or sexuality. In sports media, this often means that women are showcased as sideline reporters or hosts primarily because of their looks, rather than their expertise or journalistic abilities. This perpetuates gender stereotypes and reinforces the idea that women's value lies in their appearance rather than their skills or intellect.

Question 5

What primarily drives television sports ratings and determines its content is:

Accepted Answer

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Question 6

As of 2014, available statistics indicate black ownership of full power (television or radio?) stations in the United States was:

Accepted Answer

According to a report by the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) in 2014, there were no black-owned full power television stations in the United States. The report also stated that there were only six black-owned full power radio stations out of 10,778 total stations. Therefore, the correct answer is D - exactly zero.

Question 7

A common avenue for minorities to find a spot in the sports broadcast booth has been:

Accepted Answer

Former athletes, including minorities, often transition from the playing field to the sports broadcast booth, leveraging their playing experience and insights into the game.

Question 8

What drives the race issue in sports?

Accepted Answer

Money is a major driving force in sports, and the race issue is no exception. As athletes who are people of color continue to excel and generate revenue for their teams and leagues, conversations about race and equity in the sports industry become more prominent. In addition, corporations and sponsors also play a role in pressuring leagues and teams to address racial inequalities and injustices.

Quiz 11: Gender and Race