The movie
Who is the main character in Bend It Like Beckham?
Jess
what is a gender stereotype?
A gender stereotype is a generalized view or preconception about attributes or characteristics, or the roles that are or ought to be possessed by, or performed by, women and men
Why should schools encourage all students to participate in any sport they enjoy?
To provide equal opportunities, improve wellbeing, and create an inclusive environment.
True or False:
A stereotype always applies to every person in a group.
false
How many hearts does an octopus have?
3
What was Jess's biggest dream, and why did it create conflict with her family?
She wanted to play football at a high level, but her family expected her to follow more traditional cultural and gender roles.
Why can gender stereotypes sometimes stop people from trying new activities?
People may fear being judged, excluded, laughed at, or feel pressure to fit in.
Give one example of how sport has become more inclusive over time.
How can a stereotype become harmful even if no one directly says it to someone?
People may still feel pressure to act a certain way or avoid things they enjoy.
What is the largest planet in our solar system?
Jupiter.
Describe one way Jess changed from the beginning to the end of the movie.
She became more confident, stood up for herself, followed her passion, or became more independent.
Name one stereotype that affects boys and one that affects girls.
How can stereotypes influence the sports young people choose to play?
They may avoid sports they enjoy because they worry about being judged or excluded.
Give 2 reasons why someone might stay silent when they hear a gender stereotype instead of speaking up.
Name 3 countries that begin with the letter A.
Australia, Argentina, Austria, Algeria, Angola, Armenia, Azerbaijan, Afghanistan.
What message do you think the filmmakers wanted audiences to learn from Jess's story?
People should follow their dreams, challenge stereotypes, respect different cultures, and not judge others based on gender.
Why can stereotypes be harmful even if someone says they are "only joking"?
They can reinforce unfair beliefs, hurt people's confidence, make others feel excluded, and influence how people are treated.
What role can coaches and teachers play in reducing gender stereotypes?
They can encourage everyone equally, challenge stereotypes, provide equal opportunities, and create inclusive teams.
A student avoids joining a sports team because they are worried about being judged for not fitting a stereotype. Give 3 ways this decision could affect their life.
Name 4 elements from the Periodic Table in 30 seconds.
Hydrogen, Oxygen, Carbon, Nitrogen, Helium, Iron, Gold, Silver, Copper, Sodium, Calcium, Chlorine, Neon.
If Jess gave up football because of other people's opinions, how might her future have been different?
She may have missed opportunities, lost confidence, regretted not following her passion, or accepted unfair stereotypes.
Explain how stereotypes can affect a person's mental wellbeing. Give 3 reasons
They can reduce confidence, increase stress or anxiety, make people feel isolated, or stop them from expressing who they really are.
Your school wants to create a new sports program What are three things they could do to make it inclusive?
Think about Bend It Like Beckham. Give 3 lessons that students can learn from Jess's experiences and explain why each lesson is important.
Name 5 countries that have won the FIFA World Cup.