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Chapter 17: Minority Athletes in Sports

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Why does Harry Edwards believe white athletes have a psychological disadvantage?

They believe black athletes are automatically superior. (correct)

They lack access to good coaching.

They face discrimination from sports organizations.

They don't have a year-round good weather advantage.

What percentage of major league baseball rosters are accounted for by Dominican Republican athletes?

50%

37%

25%

12% (correct)

What has led to the bias affecting white athletes in sports?

Media portrayal of black athletes.

Physical disadvantages of white athletes.

The 'white man's lie'. (correct)

Lack of funding for white athletes.

Why are Dominican Republican athletes considered impressive in Major League Baseball?

Year-round good weather. Signup and view all the answers

What is the main reason behind the success of black professionals in sports according to the text?

Dedication and hard work. Signup and view all the answers

What is the main reason for suggesting that black athletes may be superior?

Higher percentage of fast twitch fibers in thigh skeletal muscles compared to French Canadians Signup and view all the answers

What is the cornerstone of K. Anders Ericsson's theory of exceptional performance as discussed in the text?

Deliberate practice Signup and view all the answers

What is the main factor contributing to the success of gay games, as per the information provided?

Incorporation of artists and musicians Signup and view all the answers

What does the Minnesota Multi-Phasic Personality Inventory (MMPI) reveal about parachutists?

Elevated scores on certain scales indicating unconventional traits Signup and view all the answers

In the context of rock climbing, what does Gates and Miller's quote suggest about individuals who engage in such high-risk activities?

'It is a status symbol and a significant challenge.' Signup and view all the answers

What distinguishes firstborn individuals in terms of their involvement in high-risk sports?

'Their life satisfaction comes from personal achievements.' Signup and view all the answers

'Patting Juba' refers to:

'A substitute for lacking musical instruments.' Signup and view all the answers

'Flaws in Darwinism hypothesis' refer to its inability to account for:

'Intelligence and character.' Signup and view all the answers