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Professional Sports and Social Justice: Using Platforms for Advocacy and Change

Description: This quiz focuses on the role of professional athletes and sports organizations in advocating for social justice and promoting positive change. It explores how athletes have used their platforms to raise awareness, challenge injustices, and inspire others to take action.
Number of Questions: 15
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Which professional athlete famously took a knee during the national anthem in protest against racial injustice?

  1. Colin Kaepernick

  2. LeBron James

  3. Serena Williams

  4. Tom Brady


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Colin Kaepernick, a former NFL quarterback, sparked a nationwide movement in 2016 when he began kneeling during the national anthem to protest police brutality and racial injustice.

Which sports organization launched the "More Than a Vote" campaign to encourage voter participation in the 2020 U.S. presidential election?

  1. National Basketball Association (NBA)

  2. National Football League (NFL)

  3. Major League Baseball (MLB)

  4. National Hockey League (NHL)


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The National Basketball Association (NBA) launched the "More Than a Vote" campaign in 2020, led by players and coaches, to raise awareness about voter suppression and encourage voter participation.

What is the name of the organization founded by LeBron James and Maverick Carter that focuses on empowering communities through education and social justice initiatives?

  1. The LeBron James Family Foundation

  2. The Carter Foundation

  3. The James-Carter Foundation

  4. The More Than a Game Foundation


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The LeBron James Family Foundation is a non-profit organization established by LeBron James and Maverick Carter that aims to empower communities through education and social justice initiatives.

Which tennis player has been vocal about gender equality and equal pay in sports?

  1. Serena Williams

  2. Venus Williams

  3. Naomi Osaka

  4. Maria Sharapova


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Serena Williams has been a vocal advocate for gender equality and equal pay in sports, speaking out against pay disparities and calling for more opportunities for women in sports.

What is the name of the initiative launched by the NFL to address systemic racism and promote social justice?

  1. Inspire Change

  2. End Racism

  3. Justice for All

  4. United We Stand


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The NFL launched the "Inspire Change" initiative in 2018 to address systemic racism and promote social justice, focusing on education, economic empowerment, and police-community relations.

Which soccer player used his platform to raise awareness about the plight of refugees and migrants?

  1. Cristiano Ronaldo

  2. Lionel Messi

  3. Neymar

  4. Mohamed Salah


Correct Option:
Explanation:

Mesut Özil, a German soccer player, used his platform to raise awareness about the plight of refugees and migrants, speaking out against discrimination and calling for more support for those in need.

What is the name of the campaign launched by the WNBA to promote gender equality and social justice?

  1. Change the Game

  2. Make a Difference

  3. Stand Up for Change

  4. We Are One


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The WNBA launched the "Change the Game" campaign in 2020 to promote gender equality and social justice, focusing on issues such as pay equity, diversity, and inclusion.

Which professional golfer has been an advocate for LGBTQ+ rights and inclusion in sports?

  1. Tiger Woods

  2. Phil Mickelson

  3. Rory McIlroy

  4. Justin Thomas


Correct Option:
Explanation:

Billy Horschel, an American professional golfer, has been an outspoken advocate for LGBTQ+ rights and inclusion in sports, speaking out against discrimination and calling for more acceptance.

What is the name of the organization founded by Michael Jordan and Nike to support social justice initiatives?

  1. The Jordan Brand Social Justice Fund

  2. The Nike Social Justice Fund

  3. The Jordan-Nike Social Justice Fund

  4. The More Than a Game Fund


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Jordan Brand Social Justice Fund was established by Michael Jordan and Nike in 2020 to support social justice initiatives, focusing on education, economic empowerment, and criminal justice reform.

Which professional hockey player has been vocal about the importance of mental health awareness and support?

  1. Sidney Crosby

  2. Connor McDavid

  3. Auston Matthews

  4. Nathan MacKinnon


Correct Option:
Explanation:

Kevin Love, an American professional basketball player, has been vocal about the importance of mental health awareness and support, speaking out about his own struggles with mental health and advocating for more resources and support for athletes.

What is the name of the initiative launched by the MLB to promote diversity and inclusion in baseball?

  1. Diversity in Baseball

  2. Inclusion in Baseball

  3. Diversity and Inclusion in Baseball

  4. One Game, One Team


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

The MLB launched the "Diversity and Inclusion in Baseball" initiative in 2020 to promote diversity and inclusion in baseball, focusing on increasing representation of minorities in all levels of the sport.

Which professional tennis player has been an advocate for environmental sustainability and climate action?

  1. Novak Djokovic

  2. Rafael Nadal

  3. Roger Federer

  4. Dominic Thiem


Correct Option:
Explanation:

Venus Williams, an American professional tennis player, has been an advocate for environmental sustainability and climate action, speaking out about the need to reduce carbon emissions and protect the environment.

What is the name of the organization founded by Tom Brady to support cancer research and awareness?

  1. The Tom Brady Foundation

  2. The Brady Cancer Foundation

  3. The Brady-Kraft Foundation

  4. The More Than a Game Foundation


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Tom Brady Foundation was established by Tom Brady in 2007 to support cancer research and awareness, focusing on finding cures for cancer and providing support to patients and their families.

Which professional soccer player has been an advocate for racial justice and equality?

  1. Cristiano Ronaldo

  2. Lionel Messi

  3. Neymar

  4. Marcus Rashford


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Marcus Rashford, an English professional soccer player, has been an advocate for racial justice and equality, speaking out against racism and discrimination and using his platform to raise awareness about social issues.

What is the name of the initiative launched by the NHL to promote diversity and inclusion in hockey?

  1. Hockey is for Everyone

  2. Diversity in Hockey

  3. Inclusion in Hockey

  4. One Game, One Team


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The NHL launched the "Hockey is for Everyone" initiative in 2019 to promote diversity and inclusion in hockey, focusing on increasing representation of minorities and LGBTQ+ individuals in the sport.

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