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Dodgeball has been banned in some school districts in New York, Texas, Utah and Virginia.
Dodgeball has been banned in some school districts in New York, Texas, Utah and Virginia.
True (A)
According to the article, why has dodgeball been banned in some schools?
According to the article, why has dodgeball been banned in some schools?
Because it encourages the best to pick on the weak.
The author of the article believes that dodgeball is a harmful game.
The author of the article believes that dodgeball is a harmful game.
False (B)
What is one of the arguments used by the author to defend dodgeball?
What is one of the arguments used by the author to defend dodgeball?
The author believes that all children should be treated equally and avoid competition.
The author believes that all children should be treated equally and avoid competition.
According to the author, what are some other games that are likely to be banned next?
According to the author, what are some other games that are likely to be banned next?
The author refers to the people who want to ban dodgeball as [BLANK] and [BLANK].
The author refers to the people who want to ban dodgeball as [BLANK] and [BLANK].
The author believes that children should not be exposed to competition at a young age.
The author believes that children should not be exposed to competition at a young age.
What is the author's opinion about the banning of dodgeball?
What is the author's opinion about the banning of dodgeball?
Flashcards
Dodgeball
Dodgeball
A game where players try to hit each other with balls.
Dodgeball as a potential conflict source
Dodgeball as a potential conflict source
A game where players try to hit each other with thrown balls, often seen as a source of conflict and aggression.
The "softening" of America
The "softening" of America
The belief that encouraging competition and physical activity in children is harmful.
Wuss
Wuss
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Cozy womb of noncompetition
Cozy womb of noncompetition
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Dodgeball hater
Dodgeball hater
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Tag
Tag
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Duck duck goose
Duck duck goose
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Musical Chairs
Musical Chairs
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Baseball
Baseball
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Hopscotch
Hopscotch
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Capture the flag
Capture the flag
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Schoolyard games as violence
Schoolyard games as violence
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Safety and equality in games
Safety and equality in games
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The overprotective parent
The overprotective parent
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Hide and seek
Hide and seek
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Marbles
Marbles
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Marco Polo
Marco Polo
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Kick the can
Kick the can
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Basketball
Basketball
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Bowling
Bowling
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Badminton
Badminton
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Soccer
Soccer
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Softball
Softball
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Study Notes
Dodgeball Banning in Schools
- Some school districts in New York, Texas, Utah, and Virginia have banned dodgeball.
- Other districts are considering a ban, citing concerns about "human targets" in games.
Concerns about Dodgeball
- Critics argue dodgeball promotes bullying and "picking on the weak."
- Some argue dodgeball is inappropriate given the current climate of school shootings, implying it promotes aggression.
Alternative Games
- Some alternative games mentioned for potential banning include:
- Tag
- Red Rover
- Sardines
- Hide-and-seek
- Baseball
- Other games like Duck-duck-goose and Musical chairs
Arguments Against Banning
- Proponents of dodgeball highlight its value in:
- Allowing students to express emotions and release pent-up energy in a controlled environment.
- Teaching valuable lessons about competition, cooperation, and sportsmanship.
- Providing a chance to differentiate between "weak" and "strong" individuals.
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