Promoting physical fitness and health

Fostering a sense of community and belonging

Developing athletic skills and talents

Generating revenue and economic benefits

By providing opportunities for self-expression and personal growth

By reinforcing societal norms and expectations

By promoting consumerism and materialism

By fostering feelings of isolation and alienation

The idea that sports fans share a common identity and sense of belonging

The belief that sports can bring about social and political change

The notion that sports are a form of escapism from everyday life

The perception that sports are a waste of time and resources

By creating a sense of shared purpose and common goals

By promoting competition and rivalry between groups

By reinforcing social hierarchies and inequalities

By fostering feelings of isolation and exclusion

Sports can bridge social divides and promote understanding between different groups

Sports can exacerbate social tensions and conflicts

Sports have no impact on social cohesion and integration

Sports are primarily a form of entertainment and have no social significance

By creating a sense of national pride and unity

By promoting patriotism and jingoism

By reinforcing national stereotypes and prejudices

By undermining national identity and promoting global citizenship

Sports can perpetuate social inequalities and reinforce existing social hierarchies

Sports can challenge social inequalities and promote social mobility

Sports have no impact on social stratification

Sports are a meritocracy where success is solely determined by individual talent and effort

Sports can transmit cultural values and norms through their rules, rituals, and practices

Sports are neutral and do not influence cultural values and norms

Sports are primarily a form of entertainment and have no cultural significance

Sports undermine cultural values and norms by promoting individualism and materialism

Sports can challenge gender stereotypes and promote equal opportunities for women

Sports reinforce traditional gender roles and perpetuate gender inequalities

Sports have no impact on gender equality and women's empowerment

Sports are a male-dominated domain and exclude women from participation

Sports can foster understanding and cooperation between conflicting groups

Sports can exacerbate conflicts and tensions between groups

Sports have no impact on peace and conflict resolution

Sports are a distraction from the real issues that cause conflicts

The use of sports as a tool for promoting social development and peacebuilding

The idea that sports can solve all social problems and conflicts

The belief that sports should be used exclusively for entertainment and competition

The notion that sports are a waste of time and resources

Sports can improve physical fitness, reduce stress, and boost mental well-being

Sports can lead to injuries, burnout, and mental health problems

Sports have no impact on physical and mental health

Sports are primarily a form of entertainment and have no health benefits

Issues such as doping, match-fixing, and exploitation of athletes

The impact of sports on the environment and natural resources

The role of sports in promoting consumerism and materialism

All of the above

By providing opportunities for marginalized groups to participate in sports

By using sports as a platform to raise awareness about social issues

By challenging stereotypes and promoting diversity in sports

All of the above

Sports will continue to play a significant role in shaping individual and group identities

Sports will become less relevant in shaping social identity as technology and virtual reality take over

Sports will become more commercialized and focused on profit, leading to a decline in their social impact

Sports will become more inclusive and accessible, promoting greater social cohesion and understanding