Sports Ethics

Question 1

What is Karma?

Answer 1

Karma is a belief of cause and effect, where an intended action will result in a consequence based off of the morality of the action.

Question 2

In what religions does karma tend to be used?

Answer 2

Buddhism, Hinduism

Question 3

Cheating in sport is a short term solution to a long term problem, but what will it result in?

Answer 3

Any sporting titles could be stripped off of you, guilt, decreasing mental health

Question 4

What cyclist was exposed for blood doping and using steroids in the sport?

Answer 4

Lance Armstrong

Question 5

What religious holy month interfered with the Olympics in 2012?

Answer 5

Ramadan

Question 6

What religion is Ramadan a part of?

Answer 6

Islam

Question 7

What is one benefit of doing Ramadan whilst competing at the Olympics?

Answer 7

You are still participating in your religion’s holy month the same time as most others

Question 8

What are the negatives of doing Ramadan while competing at the Olympics?

Answer 8

Fasting will affect your sporting ability negatively,

It may be unnecessary, as some Qu’ran teachings say that Ramadan can be postponed

Question 9

What is (arguably) the most important part of writing a balanced argument?

Answer 9

An unbiased opinion, with positives and negatives of the argument on both sides.