Race and Ethnicity in Sports

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Which of the following is NOT a factor that contributes to racial and ethnic disparities in sports?

  1. Institutional racism

  2. Socioeconomic status

  3. Cultural values

  4. Genetics


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Genetics does not play a significant role in racial and ethnic disparities in sports. Instead, factors such as institutional racism, socioeconomic status, and cultural values are more likely to contribute to these disparities.

What is the term used to describe the practice of excluding athletes from sports based on their race or ethnicity?

  1. Segregation

  2. Discrimination

  3. Racism

  4. Xenophobia


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Segregation is the practice of excluding athletes from sports based on their race or ethnicity. This can be done through laws, policies, or informal practices.

Which of the following is an example of institutional racism in sports?

  1. The lack of diversity among coaches and administrators

  2. The overrepresentation of certain racial and ethnic groups in certain sports

  3. The unequal distribution of resources to sports programs in different communities

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

All of the above options are examples of institutional racism in sports. Institutional racism is a system of policies, practices, and norms that create and maintain racial and ethnic inequality.

What is the term used to describe the process by which athletes from marginalized racial and ethnic groups overcome barriers to achieve success in sports?

  1. Resilience

  2. Empowerment

  3. Resistance

  4. Triumph


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Resilience is the term used to describe the process by which athletes from marginalized racial and ethnic groups overcome barriers to achieve success in sports. Resilience involves the ability to bounce back from setbacks, persevere in the face of adversity, and maintain a positive outlook.

Which of the following is an example of a cultural value that can contribute to racial and ethnic disparities in sports?

  1. The belief that certain sports are more appropriate for certain racial and ethnic groups

  2. The expectation that athletes from certain racial and ethnic groups should behave in a certain way

  3. The devaluation of sports that are popular among certain racial and ethnic groups

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

All of the above options are examples of cultural values that can contribute to racial and ethnic disparities in sports. These cultural values can create barriers to participation and success for athletes from marginalized racial and ethnic groups.

What is the term used to describe the practice of using race or ethnicity as a factor in determining who is eligible to participate in a sport?

  1. Racial profiling

  2. Ethnic profiling

  3. Sports profiling

  4. Athletic profiling


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Sports profiling is the practice of using race or ethnicity as a factor in determining who is eligible to participate in a sport. This can be done through laws, policies, or informal practices.

Which of the following is an example of a sport that has been historically dominated by a particular racial or ethnic group?

  1. Basketball

  2. Baseball

  3. Soccer

  4. Cricket


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Cricket has been historically dominated by countries with a British colonial past, such as India, Pakistan, and Australia. This is due to the fact that cricket was introduced to these countries by British colonizers.

What is the term used to describe the practice of using race or ethnicity as a factor in determining who is selected for a sports team?

  1. Racial discrimination

  2. Ethnic discrimination

  3. Sports discrimination

  4. Athletic discrimination


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Sports discrimination is the practice of using race or ethnicity as a factor in determining who is selected for a sports team. This can be done through laws, policies, or informal practices.

Which of the following is an example of a sport that has been historically associated with a particular racial or ethnic group?

  1. Football

  2. Hockey

  3. Tennis

  4. Golf


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Golf has been historically associated with wealthy, white people. This is due to the fact that golf courses were originally built in wealthy, white neighborhoods and were often exclusive to members of those neighborhoods.

What is the term used to describe the practice of using race or ethnicity as a factor in determining who is hired as a coach or administrator in sports?

  1. Racial nepotism

  2. Ethnic nepotism

  3. Sports nepotism

  4. Athletic nepotism


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Sports nepotism is the practice of using race or ethnicity as a factor in determining who is hired as a coach or administrator in sports. This can be done through laws, policies, or informal practices.

Which of the following is an example of a sport that has been historically segregated by race or ethnicity?

  1. Swimming

  2. Track and field

  3. Boxing

  4. Wrestling


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Swimming has been historically segregated by race or ethnicity. This is due to the fact that swimming pools were originally built in segregated neighborhoods and were often exclusive to members of those neighborhoods.

What is the term used to describe the practice of using race or ethnicity as a factor in determining who is awarded scholarships or financial aid for sports?

  1. Racial favoritism

  2. Ethnic favoritism

  3. Sports favoritism

  4. Athletic favoritism


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Sports favoritism is the practice of using race or ethnicity as a factor in determining who is awarded scholarships or financial aid for sports. This can be done through laws, policies, or informal practices.

Which of the following is an example of a sport that has been historically used as a tool for social change?

  1. Rugby

  2. Soccer

  3. Basketball

  4. Tennis


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Soccer has been historically used as a tool for social change. This is due to the fact that soccer is a global sport that is played by people of all races, ethnicities, and backgrounds.

What is the term used to describe the practice of using race or ethnicity as a factor in determining who is allowed to compete in a sports event?

  1. Racial exclusion

  2. Ethnic exclusion

  3. Sports exclusion

  4. Athletic exclusion


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Sports exclusion is the practice of using race or ethnicity as a factor in determining who is allowed to compete in a sports event. This can be done through laws, policies, or informal practices.

Which of the following is an example of a sport that has been historically used to promote racial and ethnic harmony?

  1. Volleyball

  2. Baseball

  3. Hockey

  4. Golf


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Baseball has been historically used to promote racial and ethnic harmony. This is due to the fact that baseball is a sport that is played by people of all races, ethnicities, and backgrounds.

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