Soc 26 - Socio-cultural Influences

Question 1

Deviance

Answer 1

Behaviour that falls outside the norms or what is thought to be acceptable; goes against the moral values or laws of the sport

Question 2

Negative deviance

Answer 2

Deviance that has a detrimental effect

Question 3

Positive deviance

Answer 3

Deviance where there is no intention to cause harm or break the rules

Question 4

Sportsmanship

Answer 4

Qualities of fairness, following the rules, being gracious in defeat or victory

Question 5

Gamesmanship

Answer 5

Bending the rules/laws of a sport without actually breaking them

Question 6

Commercialisation

Answer 6

Making something available on the market; using something to make a profit

Question 7

Media

Answer 7

The main means of mass communication (television, radio, newspapers and internet)

Question 8

Perceived

Answer 8

What someone thinks or feels to be the case

Question 9

Participation rules

Answer 9

The amount of people taking part

Question 10

What are 3 advantages of commercialisation?

Answer 10

Provides many sources of funds for individuals, group and competitions
Can support a sport and national and at international level
Brings sport to wider audience, so raises awareness

Question 11

What are 3 disadvantages of commercialisation?

Answer 11

Beauty parade effect - good-looking athletes get most support while other good sportspeople miss out
Seat prices for events may be too expensive for many people
Audience may find enjoyment for sport interrupted or spoiled - for example, from ad breaks