The Value of Sport

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What is the intrinsic value of sport?

  1. The pleasure it brings to participants

  2. The health benefits it provides

  3. The social bonds it creates

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The intrinsic value of sport is the value it has in and of itself, regardless of any external benefits it may provide.

What is the instrumental value of sport?

  1. The skills it teaches participants

  2. The opportunities it provides for travel and competition

  3. The economic benefits it generates

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The instrumental value of sport is the value it has as a means to achieve other ends, such as developing skills, traveling, or generating economic benefits.

What is the difference between intrinsic and instrumental value?

  1. Intrinsic value is the value something has in and of itself, while instrumental value is the value it has as a means to achieve other ends.

  2. Intrinsic value is the value something has for an individual, while instrumental value is the value it has for society as a whole.

  3. Intrinsic value is the value something has in the present, while instrumental value is the value it has in the future.

  4. None of the above.


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Intrinsic value is the value something has in and of itself, regardless of any external benefits it may provide. Instrumental value is the value something has as a means to achieve other ends.

What are some of the intrinsic values of sport?

  1. The pleasure it brings to participants

  2. The health benefits it provides

  3. The social bonds it creates

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The intrinsic values of sport are the values it has in and of itself, regardless of any external benefits it may provide. These values include the pleasure it brings to participants, the health benefits it provides, and the social bonds it creates.

What are some of the instrumental values of sport?

  1. The skills it teaches participants

  2. The opportunities it provides for travel and competition

  3. The economic benefits it generates

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The instrumental values of sport are the values it has as a means to achieve other ends. These values include the skills it teaches participants, the opportunities it provides for travel and competition, and the economic benefits it generates.

How can sport be used to promote social change?

  1. By bringing people from different backgrounds together

  2. By teaching people about teamwork and cooperation

  3. By providing opportunities for people to develop leadership skills

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Sport can be used to promote social change in a number of ways. It can bring people from different backgrounds together, teach people about teamwork and cooperation, and provide opportunities for people to develop leadership skills.

How can sport be used to promote health and well-being?

  1. By encouraging people to get regular exercise

  2. By teaching people about healthy eating habits

  3. By providing opportunities for people to socialize and connect with others

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Sport can be used to promote health and well-being in a number of ways. It can encourage people to get regular exercise, teach people about healthy eating habits, and provide opportunities for people to socialize and connect with others.

What are some of the challenges to using sport to promote social change and health and well-being?

  1. The high cost of participating in sport

  2. The lack of access to sport facilities in some communities

  3. The negative stereotypes associated with sport

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

There are a number of challenges to using sport to promote social change and health and well-being. These challenges include the high cost of participating in sport, the lack of access to sport facilities in some communities, and the negative stereotypes associated with sport.

How can we overcome the challenges to using sport to promote social change and health and well-being?

  1. By investing in sport facilities in underserved communities

  2. By providing financial assistance to families who cannot afford to participate in sport

  3. By challenging the negative stereotypes associated with sport

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

We can overcome the challenges to using sport to promote social change and health and well-being by investing in sport facilities in underserved communities, providing financial assistance to families who cannot afford to participate in sport, and challenging the negative stereotypes associated with sport.

What is the future of sport?

  1. Sport will become increasingly commercialized

  2. Sport will become more globalized

  3. Sport will become more inclusive

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The future of sport is likely to be characterized by increasing commercialization, globalization, and inclusivity.

What are some of the ethical issues surrounding sport?

  1. The use of performance-enhancing drugs

  2. The exploitation of athletes

  3. The commercialization of sport

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Some of the ethical issues surrounding sport include the use of performance-enhancing drugs, the exploitation of athletes, and the commercialization of sport.

How can we address the ethical issues surrounding sport?

  1. By strengthening anti-doping regulations

  2. By protecting the rights of athletes

  3. By regulating the commercialization of sport

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

We can address the ethical issues surrounding sport by strengthening anti-doping regulations, protecting the rights of athletes, and regulating the commercialization of sport.

What is the role of sport in society?

  1. To entertain

  2. To promote health and well-being

  3. To promote social change

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The role of sport in society is to entertain, promote health and well-being, and promote social change.

Why is sport important?

  1. Because it is fun

  2. Because it is good for our health

  3. Because it can bring people together

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Sport is important because it is fun, good for our health, and can bring people together.

What is the value of sport?

  1. It is a form of entertainment

  2. It is a way to stay healthy

  3. It is a way to connect with others

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The value of sport is that it is a form of entertainment, a way to stay healthy, and a way to connect with others.

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