Dodgeball Controversy in Schools

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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?

Because it encourages the best to pick on the weak.

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?

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The author believes that all children should be treated equally and avoid competition.

<p>False (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

According to the author, what are some other games that are likely to be banned next?

<p>Duck-duck-goose, musical chairs, tag, red rover, sardines, hide-and-seek, and baseball.</p> Signup and view all the answers

The author refers to the people who want to ban dodgeball as [BLANK] and [BLANK].

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The author believes that children should not be exposed to competition at a young age.

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What is the author's opinion about the banning of dodgeball?

<p>The author is against the banning of dodgeball and believes that it is a healthy and beneficial activity for children.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Flashcards

Dodgeball

A game where players try to hit each other with balls.

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 belief that encouraging competition and physical activity in children is harmful.

Wuss

A person who avoids challenges or confrontation, often seen as weak or cowardly.

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Cozy womb of noncompetition

An environment where everyone is treated equally and there is no competition or conflict.

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Dodgeball hater

A person with a strong dislike for something, especially dodgeball.

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Tag

A game where players chase each other, trying to tag each other.

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Duck duck goose

A game where players try to knock each other over by throwing a ball at their feet.

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Musical Chairs

A game where players sit in a circle, and one player tries to tag each other.

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Baseball

A game where players try to hit a ball with a bat.

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Hopscotch

A game where players jump on numbered squares, trying to avoid landing on certain squares

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Capture the flag

A game where players try to capture the opponent's flag.

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Schoolyard games as violence

The belief that all schoolyard games encourage violence and negativity.

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Safety and equality in games

The idea that games should be modified to promote a sense of equality and safety.

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The overprotective parent

The belief that children should be protected from challenges and competition.

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Hide and seek

A game where players try to hide and then find each other.

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Marbles

A game where players try to roll marbles into a hole.

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Marco Polo

A game played in water, where players try to touch each other.

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Kick the can

A game where players kick a can along the ground.

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Basketball

A game where players try to throw a ball into a hoop.

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Bowling

A game where players try to score points by hitting targets with balls.

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Badminton

A game where players try to hit a shuttlecock with a racket.

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Soccer

A game where players try to kick a ball into a goal net.

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Softball

A game where players try to hit a ball with a bat and run around bases.

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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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