Sport and Media
Name 2 forms of media that portray news about sport
Newspapers, TV shows, Magazines, podcasts, social media
What is the difference between amateur and professional sport?
Amateurs do not get paid, where as for professionals get paid
name 2 reasons why an athlete might take performance enhancing drugs
build mass and strength of muscles and/or bones
increase delivery of oxygen to exercising muscles and tissues
mask pain
stimulate the body
relax the body
reduce weight or hide the use of other drugs
Athletes may also misuse drugs to relax, cope with stress or boost their own confidence.
Who is the best athlete in the class
Mr Pavlakis
How many stars are on the american flag
50
name 2 positive effects that media can have on sport
increased coverage of the game, increased promotion of the game, promote healthy lifestyles, etc
What year was the Sydney Olympics, and name an an australian athlete that won an event
Cathy Freeman - won the 400m gold
what are 2 effects of anabolic steroids
build muscle
build strength
build endurance
increased recovery time
What was the name of Michael Jordan's shoe line, and what brand was it
Nike Air Jordans
What is the name of the smallest planet in our solar system
Mercury
name 2 negative effects of poor representation of female sport can have on either individuals or the sport
discourage participation, lower spectator viewings, sexualise the sport,
list 3 ways sport brings money to a country's economy
Tourism/travel to city's for games, buying fan gear, ticket sales
name 3 reasons why performance enhancing drugs are prohibited
creates an unfair playing field, they give you an unfair physical advantage, they are harmful to the human body
What is a grand slam in tennis, and what competitions are involved
A grand slam is when you win all 4 of the main tennis competitions in 1 calendar year.
They are:
Aus open
French Open
US Open
Wimbledon
How many teams are in the 2022 FIFA football world cup, and name 5 teams
32 teams
Can be any of the 32.
describe 3 negative effects of media in sport
increase stress on the players, slander players' reputations, promote the game in a poor way, etc
list 3 benefits of a sponsorship to the athlete
free merchandise, raise awareness of sport, raise revenue
What is EPO (erythropoietin), and name 2 effects that it has
It is a drug that produces red blood cells in the body.
2 effects are - increased ability to transfer oxygen. makes you fitter
makes your blood thicker
you can exercise for longer
How many super bowls has Tom Brady Won, and with which teams?
7
New England patriots
Tamper bay Buccaneers
What Item would get wet whilst drying?
A towel
Give 2 specific examples of how media has slandered on a player or a sport, and describe what happened
E.g israel folau, Manly sea eagles pride jersey saga, Cristiano Ronaldo, Harry grant (salary saga), etc
What are 5 costs for running an olympics
Rent of venues, Construction of venues, administration and wages, security, transport/infrastructure, opening and closing ceremonies
What does WADA stand for, and what is the ban if you are found guilting of taking drugs?
World
Anti
Doping
Agency
Fine = 4 years banned from the sport
in rugby league, name 4 ways that you can get sent off the field
repeated infringements
high tackle
backchat
striking another player
Name every state and capital city in Australia
NSW - Sydney
ACT - Canberra
Queensland - Brisbane
South Australia - Adelaide
Northern Territory - Darwin
Western Australia - Perth
Tasmania - Hobart
Victoria - Melbourne