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Who has the ability to participate in sports?
Who has the ability to participate in sports?
What is a key factor that predicts success in sports?
What is a key factor that predicts success in sports?
Sport is viewed as a genuine meritocracy because competitors have the same rules.
Sport is viewed as a genuine meritocracy because competitors have the same rules.
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What two conditions must be present for a true meritocracy to exist in sports?
What two conditions must be present for a true meritocracy to exist in sports?
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What significant economic measure has seen a dramatic increase since 1990 in Canada?
What significant economic measure has seen a dramatic increase since 1990 in Canada?
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Around _% of Canadians live below the poverty line.
Around _% of Canadians live below the poverty line.
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What ideology has coincided with the growth of inequality in Canada?
What ideology has coincided with the growth of inequality in Canada?
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Which of the following is NOT a factor contributing to social inequality?
Which of the following is NOT a factor contributing to social inequality?
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What was the Winnipeg General Strike about?
What was the Winnipeg General Strike about?
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What three aspects do Carl Marx describe as part of social class?
What three aspects do Carl Marx describe as part of social class?
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Brett Kavanaugh was nominated for a lifetime appointment to the US Supreme Court in 2018.
Brett Kavanaugh was nominated for a lifetime appointment to the US Supreme Court in 2018.
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Match the following terms with their definitions:
Match the following terms with their definitions:
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Study Notes
Sport and Social Class Questions
- Participation in sports is influenced by social class; access, opportunity, and financial considerations play critical roles.
- Societal norms shape which demographics engage in specific sports.
- Economic power affects athlete compensation and ownership dynamics in professional sports.
- Affordability of major sporting events is a significant barrier for lower-income individuals.
Sport and Social Stratification
- In capitalist societies, sports are often perceived as meritocracies where performance dictates success.
- True meritocracies require:
- Equality of opportunity: everyone must have equal access to participate in sports.
- Equality of condition: all athletes must compete under uniform conditions.
Social Inequality in Canada: Meritocracy?
- Since 1990, Canada has seen rising inequality; wealth concentration among the richest contrasts with declining fortunes for middle and lower classes.
- The Gini index measures inequality, with 0 indicating equal income distribution and values approaching 1 reflecting greater disparity.
- Increased household incomes pre- and post-tax underline the need for tax reforms to address wealth distribution.
Poverty in Canada
- Approximately 14% of Canadians live below the poverty line, with significant numbers of Indigenous peoples and children affected.
- Edmonton's homelessness crisis predominantly impacts Indigenous groups; child poverty is particularly acute.
- Individuals with disabilities face a poverty rate double that of the general population.
Neoliberalism and Canada
- Rising inequality parallels the rise of neoliberal ideology, advocating for reduced state intervention and social welfare.
- Neoliberal policies promote low taxes and minimal government, placing the emphasis on personal responsibility.
- The wealth gap in Canada mirrors historical inequalities not seen since the Great Depression.
Factors Contributing to Social Inequality
- Expansion of the gig economy contributes to precarious employment situations.
- Diminished access to pension plans exacerbates social inequality.
- Housing market challenges further limit upward mobility for low-income families.
- Ongoing debates regarding minimum wage highlight labor and financial pressures.
Stratification in Canadian Sport
- Studies indicate social class significantly impacts participation in sports; elite athletes often emerge from affluent backgrounds.
- Social class and socioeconomic status (SES) are predictive of success in athletics.
- Funding initiatives have not substantially mitigated socioeconomic disparities in sports access and outcomes.
Karl Marx on Class and Social Inequality
- Class defined by three dimensions:
- Objective aspect: an individual’s economic position and role in labor divisions.
- Subjective aspect: shared interests and consciousness among class members.
- Class solidarity: active participation in class struggles and recognition of power dynamics during socioeconomic transitions.
Winnipeg General Strike
- A significant labor movement in 1919, driven by workers protesting inadequate wages, long hours, poor safety, and rising economic inequality.
Max Weber's View on Class Power and Community
- Power dynamics arise from shared communal interests despite opposition.
- Class identification stems from livelihood similarities.
- Community dynamics reflect not only class but also status groups defined by social behaviors and values.
- Political engagement and action are rooted in class awareness and community solidarity.
Brett Kavanaugh
- Nominated to the U.S. Supreme Court in 2018 amidst sexual assault allegations from Dr. Blasey Ford.
- Kavanaugh's background includes a high education level, white ethnicity, affluent socioeconomic status, and prior athletic involvement.
- His nomination received support from Republican factions, reflecting political alliances tied to power and social status.
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Explore the intricate relationship between sports and social class in this quiz. Dive into how participation, opportunity, and financial factors impact access to sports, as well as the societal norms that influence which demographics engage in specific sporting activities. Analyze the concept of meritocracy within capitalist societies and its implications for social inequality in Canada.
