Question 1

Of the three sensitivities associated with the sociological imagination,_____ sensitivity is awareness that to truly understand the sporting present we must understand the sporting past.

Accepted Answer

Historical sensitivity is the awareness that to truly understand the sporting present, we must understand the sporting past. This involves examining how sports have developed, changed, and remained constant over time. Comparative sensitivity involves comparing different sports, societies, or time periods, while critical sensitivity involves questioning and analyzing the social world around us. Material sensitivity involves understanding the role of material objects and artifacts in society.

Question 2

According to the definition of sport used in the text and most Canadians,which of the following would be MOST likely to be considered a sport in Canadian society?

Accepted Answer

Most Canadians would consider snowboarding to be a sport as it involves physical activity, skill, and competition. Poker and tic-tac-toe are more often considered as games of chance or strategy rather than sports. While skipping can be a physical activity, it may not meet the criteria for a sport when it is just basic skipping without any competitive aspect.

Question 3

The sociology of sport emerged as an area of academic study in the:

Accepted Answer

The sociology of sport emerged as an area of academic study in the 1960s, as scholars began to examine the social, cultural, and economic factors influencing sports and athletes.

Question 4

Giddens argued that the underlying goal of sociology is to:

Accepted Answer

Giddens argued that sociology's goal is not just to understand society but also to use critical analysis to improve it. This suggests that sociologists should be active in advocating for social change based on their research and analysis.

Question 5

_______ is defined as physical activity that is self-initiated with no fixed start or stop time.

Accepted Answer

Informal sport is defined as physical activity that is self-initiated with no fixed start or stop time. A tangential sport is not a recognized term in sports or physical activity. Extra-curricular sport would refer to organized sports that take place outside of regular school hours. Latent sport is also not a recognized term in sports or physical activity.

Question 6

Who argued that "sociology cannot be a neutral intellectual endeavour"?

Accepted Answer

Anthony Giddens argued that sociology cannot be a neutral intellectual endeavor because it involves understanding and interpreting social life, which is inherently value-laden and influenced by the sociologist's own perspectives and the context in which they operate.

Question 7

There are different ways of looking at social phenomena - micro,macro,and global.Studying a 4 person curling team would be an example of studying sport from a _____ perspective.

Accepted Answer

Studying a 4 person curling team would involve looking at the interactions and dynamics within the small group, making it a micro perspective. Macro perspective would involve looking at societal or cultural trends related to sports, and a global perspective would involve looking at sports on a larger, international scale.

Question 8

Which of the following activities would be of interest to a sociologist of sport?

Accepted Answer

All of the above would be of interest to a sociologist of sport as they all involve organized physical activity and could be studied in terms of their social significance, cultural context, and impact on individuals and society. Shinny and old-timer hockey may be studied in terms of the culture of hockey and how it reflects Canadian national identity, while softball may be studied in terms of gender and socialization.

Question 9

In 2010,Alexandre Bilodeau became the first Canadian to win an Olympic gold medal on Canadian soil in the sport of:

Accepted Answer

Alexandre Bilodeau won the Olympic gold medal in freestyle skiing at the 2010 Winter Olympics held in Vancouver, Canada. He became the first Canadian to win a gold medal on home soil in any Winter Olympics event.

Question 10

Performance enhancing drugs like Viagra and Cialis are promoted during popular sports broadcasts in order to:

Accepted Answer

Performance enhancing drugs like Viagra and Cialis are primarily marketed towards men who may experience sexual performance issues. By promoting these drugs during sports broadcasts, companies aim to reach male audiences who may also be interested in enhancing their sports performance.

Question 11

Of the three sensitivities associated with the sociological imagination,_____ sensitivity is learning how sport is socially constructed and takes on different meanings and forms in different cultures.

Accepted Answer

Comparative sensitivity refers to the ability to compare and contrast social phenomena across different societies and cultures. Therefore, it is the most appropriate choice for the given question as it specifically relates to how sport takes on different meanings and forms in different cultures. Critical sensitivity relates to questioning and analyzing dominant social structures and power relations. Material sensitivity involves understanding the material and economic factors that shape society. Historical sensitivity involves understanding the historical context and origins of social phenomena. While all of these sensitivities may be useful in studying sport and society, none of them directly relate to the given question as much as comparative sensitivity does.

Question 12

Which of the following provides the BEST example of a person representing a previously marginalized group in sport that is now offered more opportunities to participate?

Accepted Answer

The Aboriginal teen from a lower class family in Winnipeg represents a marginalized group in sport due to historical and ongoing systemic barriers faced by Indigenous communities. However, in recent years, there have been more initiatives aimed at including and promoting Indigenous participation in sports, providing more opportunities for individuals like this teen.

Question 13

As a sociologist of sport,all of the following would be an academic goal,EXCEPT:

Accepted Answer

The other three options are all valid academic goals of a sociologist of sport, but examining how sport affects the individual psychologically is not specifically related to sociology and would be more within the realm of psychology.

Question 14

_____ not only seems quite natural to many people but also set(s)powerful limits and boundaries within which we live our lives.

Accepted Answer

Social structure refers to the regular patterns of social interaction and relationships in a society that shape the behavior and opportunities of individuals within it. These patterns and structures not only provide a sense of order and stability but also set powerful limits and boundaries within which we live our lives. For example, the social structure of a particular society may determine the types of jobs available to individuals or the acceptable ways of expressing emotions. Therefore, social structure not only seems quite natural to many people but also has a significant impact on their lives.

Question 15

Discriminatory practices,the exploitation of athletes,and gambling are byproducts of the sport industry in Canada in its focus on promoting:

Accepted Answer

The focus on promoting a hypermasculine spectacle for profit fuels discriminatory practices and the exploitation of athletes, as well as encourages gambling in the sport industry. This can also reinforce gender inequalities and place emphasis on traditional gender roles.

Question 16

In terms of what the sociologist of sport actually does,which of the following is NOT true?

Accepted Answer

While sociologists of sport may study performance efficiency in sports, their role is not to promote specific models in sport science. They focus more on understanding the social and cultural factors that influence sports and athletes, rather than advocating for specific performance techniques or strategies.

Question 17

If,as a sociologist of sport,you are primarily interested in studying the relationship between sport and the social institutions of a given society,you are utilizing a _____ perspective.

Accepted Answer

Macro perspective in sociology of sport focuses on the larger scale of society and how social institutions such as politics, economics, religion, and education intersect with sports. By studying the relationship between sport and social institutions, sociologists can understand how sports are influenced by and help shape society.

Question 18

Global structures are:

Accepted Answer

Global structures are larger than macro structures.

Question 19

According to the latest research paper on sport participation rates released by Canadian Heritage,which of the following is TRUE?

Accepted Answer

The answer of According to the latest research paper on...

Question 20

As a sociologist of sport,you would argue that:

Accepted Answer

As a sociologist of sport, one would argue that sport enables some people to reproduce current societal practices or resist them. Sport is not just a reflection of society, but also a space where social norms and values are negotiated, reinforced, or challenged. Additionally, there is a reciprocity between sport and society, as sports reflect larger power structures and in turn, can shape social attitudes and behaviors. Lastly, the shaping of sports by broader power relations is a key aspect of the sociology of sport, as sports are not immune to larger societal power dynamics.

Quiz 1: Perspectives on the Social Dimensions of Sport and Physical Activity in Canada