Sport and Society

Question 1

Social Structures

Answer 1

Something that can have an influence on participation in sport such as what school you attend, access to facilities, availability of specialist coach and more

Question 2

Social Stratification

Answer 2

A type of inequality where society is divided into different levels based on social characteristics

Question 3

Examples of Social Stratification

Answer 3

1) Wealth
2) Social status
3) Social class

Question 4

Effect of Social Stratification on Sport

Answer 4

Wealthy members of society have a higher disposable income and will be able to play sports such as tennis, equestrian while poorer people can not

Question 5

Reducing Inequality in Sports (Socially Deprived)

Answer 5

£4.5 million of National Lottery money allowing the socially deprived to go to gyms and play sport

Question 6

Reducing Inequality in Sport (Elderly)

Answer 6

Sport England’s ‘we-are-undefeatable’ campaign supports people with long-term health conditions

Question 7

Reducing Inequality in Sport (Women)

Answer 7

‘This Girl Can’ campaign created to promote sport and activity to all women and girls

Question 8

Social Action Theory

Answer 8

Study of how people behave and interact in society, suggesting that people can shape their social life and status

Question 9

Social Action Theory in Sports

Answer 9

Through a players social interactions, they can decide their priorities and focus on sport

Question 10

Impacts on Society from Sports

Answer 10

1) Highlights inequalities
2) Influence ideas and beliefs
3) Contribute to our sense of national pride
4) Targeting social problems

Question 11

Campaigns Targeting Social Problems

Answer 11

1) Street Games
2) DoorStep Sport
3) Park Lives

Question 12

Equal Opportunities

Answer 12

Treating people fairly in relation to disability/gender/race/class

Question 13

Inclusiveness

Answer 13

Including all kinds of people by trying to encourage participation

Question 14

Discrimination

Answer 14

The unfair treatment of a person by acting on prejudice regarding their sex/race/age/disability/class

Question 15

Prejudice

Answer 15

An unfavorable opinion of an individual or group, often based on inadequate facts

Question 16

Stereotype

Answer 16

A standardized image and beliefs created by a simplistic generalisation about all members of a group

Question 17

Overt Discrimination

Answer 17

Sport clubs disallowing people to join their clubs

Question 18

Covert Discrimination

Answer 18

Sport clubs not putting money into improved access for disabled athletes

Question 19

Barriers to Participation (Disability)

Answer 19

1) Lack of access and facilities
2) Myths and stereotypes
3) Lack of specialist coaches
4) Low self-esteem
5) Lack of role models and media coverage
6) Lack of games suited for disabled athletes

Question 20

Possible Solutions to Increase Participation (Disability)

Answer 20

1) Increased transport and facilities
2) Educating people on the capabilities of disabled athletes
3) Increase media coverage
4) Increase funding from governing bodies
5) Improved technology
6) Designing specific games

Question 21

Barriers to Participation (Ethnicity)

Answer 21

1) Racism / Racial Discrimination
2) Lack of parental support
3) Conflict with religious observances
4) Lack of role models

Question 22

Possible Solutions to Increase Participation (Ethnicity)

Answer 22

1) Anti-racism laws with severe punishments
2) Media coverage on campaigns to increase awareness
3) More opportunities at school with lessons and clubs
4) Schools and clubs relax dress codes

Question 23

Stacking

Answer 23

Players are stacked into certain roles using racial stereotypes (eg. black players become more physically demanding positions in American Football)

Question 24

Channeling

Answer 24

Due to their cultural background, someone may be channeled to play certain sports despite their desires

Question 25

Barriers to Participation (Women)

Answer 25

1) Discrimination / Lack of equal opportunities
2) Sexism
3) Low self-esteem
4) Lack of female coaches / role models
5) Lack of choice in PE

Question 26

Possible Solutions to Increase Participation (Women)

Answer 26

1) Increased media coverage removing stereotype and creating role models
2) More choice and friendlier choices for PE lessons in school
3) Local clubs promote participation of females
4) Increased pay and money involved