Sport in Society Test #3

Which of these is not true about the Native American Sport Council?

The NASC was established in 1936

The U.S. census of the population conducted in 1930 showed what percentage of respondents identified themselves as white?

89%

T/F: For many people from the lower class backgrounds, sport provides an excellent way to move into middle or upper class.

False

T/F: Women were prohibited from participating in Olympics until 1932.

False

In local communities the people who control sport tend to be which of these?

Parent and politicians who serve on a board of directors.

In a capitalistic society such as the U.S. what determines economic power and influence?

Personal wealth and income

In which NCAA Division I sports do African American male athletes have the highest participation percentage?

Basketball

Which sport is unique in that it appeals to all classes and is popular in the suburbs, rural area, and the city?

Basketball

T/F: The trend of numbers of women in sports continuing to rise in the U.S. is mirrored across the globe.

False

Which of these is true about girls and sport after Title IX?

Girls have the same opportunities as boys.

Which of these sports was the fastest growing sport at both the high school and collegiate levels over the 5 period between 2013-2018?

Lacrosse

Pacific Islanders make up what percent of the U.S. population?

Less than 1%

What are the odds of an athlete aiming it from high school to college to professional sports?

Less than half of 1%

Male Latino and Hispanic athletes are recognized most for their participation in which of the following?

Soccer and baseball

Which of these is not true about lacrosse?

The states with the most youth lacrosse players are Kansas, Missouri, Oklahoma, and Nebraska.

T/F: A social class is a defined category of people who share a similar position in society based on their socioeconomic level.

True

T/F: In 2020, the WNBA and WNBA players association reached a tentative labor relations agreement in which maternity leave, childcare benefits, travel standards, and an equal revenue sharing plan was negotiated.

True

T/F: The civil rights movement helps African American athletes to assume a dominant place in certain sports at the college and professional levels.

True

T/F: The passage of Title IX increased opportunities for girls and women in sports in the U.S.

True

T/F: Those who have a higher level of income and education and work in professional managerial roles value physical fitness and enjoy activity.

True