Deck 4: A Framework to Understand Diversity Forms

Question 1

List and describe the different levels of analysis in the multilevel framework.

Answer 1

Answer will vary.

Question 2

Of the three levels of analysis, which do you think has the most influence on people's opportunities and experiences? Why?

Answer 2

Answer will vary.

Question 3

Which of the following was NOT a core belief expressed by sportscotland?

A) Sport should be an inclusive activity that promotes equality and respect for others.
B) Fair play should be central such that success results from honesty, training, and preparation.
C) Athletes should comply with international doping standards.
D) Sponsorship decisions should be based on maximizing revenues for the organization.

Answer 3

D

Question 4

In discussing factors that affect her sport organization, Maribelle focuses on the stakeholder expectations and the political climate in her community. These examples are consistent with ______-level factors.

A) Micro
B) Meso
C) Macro
D) Multi

Question 5

Laura Burton gave an example of using multilevel theory to understand the representation of women in sport. Which of the following was an example she used?

A) Historically, women and men have had the same sport opportunities through society.
B) The notion of sport as a masculine domain shapes who people think should be a leader.
C) Women and men lead about the same percentage of sport organizations.
D) Young men see other career paths as more viable than sport, so they seek employment elsewhere.

Question 6

According to the chapter, which of the following represents discrimination taking place at the societal level?

A) Institutional distancing
B) Individual stigma
C) Stereotypes
D) Self-limiting behavior

Question 7

Research out of Sweden shows that tall people are considered _______, relative to their shorter counterparts.

A) Better shooting guards
B) More competent
C) Healthier
D) All of the above
E) B and C only

Question 8

Which of the following factors represent micro-level factors affecting opportunities and experiences?

A) People's previous experiences
B) Interpersonal discrimination
C) Systemic racism
D) All of the above
E) A and B only

Question 9

One's _______ represents the part of the self that is critical to her or his self-concept and self-image.

A) Sexual orientation
B) Stigma
C) Stereotypes
D) Aversive racism
E) None of the above

Question 10

Sharon is qualified for a job, but when she has applied for similar posts in the past, she has never received the position. Thus, she decides to not apply this time. This is an example of:

A) Cognitive distancing
B) Self-limiting behavior
C) Source feedback
D) Job-fit ratings

Question 11

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention have adopted a sole focus on individual choices and the role those choices have in the incidence of cancer.

Question 12

One reason to focus on multilevel explanations is because diversity theories focus on factors across multiple levels of analysis.

Question 13

The focus on multilevel factors linked with diversity and inclusion is consistent with hierarchical structures thinking about organizations.

Question 14

Research from the UK shows that austerity measures served to increase access to sport, especially among the poor and members of under-represented groups.

Question 15

Researchers have shown that inclusive cultures can positively influence the hope and resiliency of refugee employees.

Question 16

Research out of the US shows that Whites consider strongly identified racial minorities with warmth and positivity.