Soc 26

Question 1

Which gender participate more in sport, Men or Women?

Answer 1

• Women’s participation levels are increasing. However, there are still fewer women
  participating in sport than men.

Question 2

How does Age affect someone’s ability to play sport?

Answer 2

• Age can affect a person’s ability to participate in certain activities
  (rugby might be too demanding for an elderly person)

Question 3

Do you have more chance of becoming an elite athlete if you come from a wealthy
family?

Answer 3

• People are less likely to participate in sport if they come from a low socio economic
  group.

Question 4

Can someone’s Ethnicity and religion impact their participation in sport?

Answer 4

• Ethnicity refers to a population whose members identify with each other and are
  united by common cultural, linguistic or religious traits.

Question 5

Are people with a disability less likely to participate in sport?

Answer 5

• People with disabilities take part in many sporting activities. Opportunities for disabled
  people in sport are increasing.

Question 6

Who influenced you to participate in sport?

Answer 6

• Most people’s choice of activity is influenced by others. People tend
  to choose the same activities as their friends or family members.