Sport and Social Mobility

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What is the term used to describe the movement of individuals or groups from one social class to another?

  1. Social mobility

  2. Social stratification

  3. Social class

  4. Social inequality


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Social mobility refers to the movement of individuals or groups from one social class to another.

Which of the following is a type of social mobility?

  1. Horizontal mobility

  2. Vertical mobility

  3. Intergenerational mobility

  4. Intragenerational mobility


Correct Option:
Explanation:

Social mobility can be classified into different types, including horizontal mobility, vertical mobility, intergenerational mobility, and intragenerational mobility.

How can sport contribute to social mobility?

  1. By providing opportunities for individuals to develop skills and talents

  2. By promoting social integration and cohesion

  3. By breaking down social barriers and stereotypes

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Sport can contribute to social mobility in various ways, including by providing opportunities for individuals to develop skills and talents, promoting social integration and cohesion, and breaking down social barriers and stereotypes.

Which of the following is an example of how sport can contribute to social mobility?

  1. A child from a disadvantaged background receiving a scholarship to attend a prestigious sports academy

  2. A female athlete becoming a role model for young girls and inspiring them to pursue sports

  3. A disabled athlete competing in the Paralympics and challenging societal perceptions of disability

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

All of the options provided are examples of how sport can contribute to social mobility.

What are some of the challenges that individuals from disadvantaged backgrounds face in accessing sport?

  1. Financial barriers

  2. Lack of access to facilities and equipment

  3. Cultural and social barriers

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Individuals from disadvantaged backgrounds may face a range of challenges in accessing sport, including financial barriers, lack of access to facilities and equipment, and cultural and social barriers.

How can sport be used to promote social inclusion and reduce social inequalities?

  1. By providing opportunities for individuals from different backgrounds to participate in sport

  2. By challenging stereotypes and prejudices

  3. By promoting positive values such as teamwork and respect

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Sport can be used to promote social inclusion and reduce social inequalities in various ways, including by providing opportunities for individuals from different backgrounds to participate in sport, challenging stereotypes and prejudices, and promoting positive values such as teamwork and respect.

What is the role of sport in promoting social cohesion?

  1. Sport can bring people together from different backgrounds and cultures

  2. Sport can create a sense of community and belonging

  3. Sport can promote understanding and respect between different groups

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Sport can play a significant role in promoting social cohesion by bringing people together from different backgrounds and cultures, creating a sense of community and belonging, and promoting understanding and respect between different groups.

How can sport be used to challenge social stereotypes and prejudices?

  1. By providing opportunities for individuals from marginalized groups to excel in sport

  2. By challenging traditional notions of masculinity and femininity

  3. By promoting positive representations of diverse groups in sport

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Sport can be used to challenge social stereotypes and prejudices in various ways, including by providing opportunities for individuals from marginalized groups to excel in sport, challenging traditional notions of masculinity and femininity, and promoting positive representations of diverse groups in sport.

What are some of the ways in which sport can promote positive values such as teamwork and respect?

  1. By teaching individuals how to work together as a team

  2. By promoting fair play and sportsmanship

  3. By encouraging individuals to respect their opponents and officials

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Sport can promote positive values such as teamwork and respect in various ways, including by teaching individuals how to work together as a team, promoting fair play and sportsmanship, and encouraging individuals to respect their opponents and officials.

How can sport be used to promote social change and social justice?

  1. By raising awareness of social issues

  2. By providing a platform for activism and advocacy

  3. By challenging discriminatory practices in sport

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Sport can be used to promote social change and social justice in various ways, including by raising awareness of social issues, providing a platform for activism and advocacy, and challenging discriminatory practices in sport.

What are some of the challenges that sport faces in promoting social mobility and social justice?

  1. Commercialization of sport

  2. Elitism in sport

  3. Lack of diversity in sport

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Sport faces a number of challenges in promoting social mobility and social justice, including commercialization of sport, elitism in sport, and lack of diversity in sport.

How can the challenges facing sport in promoting social mobility and social justice be addressed?

  1. By increasing investment in grassroots sport

  2. By promoting diversity and inclusion in sport

  3. By challenging commercialization and elitism in sport

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The challenges facing sport in promoting social mobility and social justice can be addressed in various ways, including by increasing investment in grassroots sport, promoting diversity and inclusion in sport, and challenging commercialization and elitism in sport.

What is the role of sport in promoting social development?

  1. Sport can promote health and well-being

  2. Sport can contribute to education and skill development

  3. Sport can promote social inclusion and cohesion

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Sport can play a significant role in promoting social development by promoting health and well-being, contributing to education and skill development, and promoting social inclusion and cohesion.

How can sport be used to promote peace and understanding between different cultures?

  1. By bringing people together from different backgrounds and cultures

  2. By promoting respect and understanding between different groups

  3. By challenging stereotypes and prejudices

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Sport can be used to promote peace and understanding between different cultures in various ways, including by bringing people together from different backgrounds and cultures, promoting respect and understanding between different groups, and challenging stereotypes and prejudices.

What are some of the ways in which sport can be used to promote gender equality?

  1. By providing opportunities for women and girls to participate in sport

  2. By challenging traditional notions of masculinity and femininity

  3. By promoting positive representations of women and girls in sport

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Sport can be used to promote gender equality in various ways, including by providing opportunities for women and girls to participate in sport, challenging traditional notions of masculinity and femininity, and promoting positive representations of women and girls in sport.

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