Gender Bias in Sports Journalism

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What was the name of the American gold medalists who was the first-ever women to win?

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Tara Geraghty-Moats

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Female journalists are more likely to be seen as credible sources.

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False

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What is byline bias?

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Refers to conscious or unconscious bias a reader may have when encountering a name that is explicitly gendered on the authors byline.

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There are more male sports journalists than female sports journalists.

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True

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These international findings confirm that sports journalism is

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One of the most masculine journalistic universes

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According to a study by Nieland and Horky (2013), which analyzed _ newspapers in 22 countries?

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80

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What is hegemonic masculinity?

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Hegemonic masculinity emphasizes the gender-based differences between men and women.

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How does gender bias in sports journalism manifest itself? Options: A. Underrepresentation of female athletes: Female athletes often receive less coverage than their male counterparts, even in popular sports like soccer and basketball. B. Stereotypical portrayals of female athletes: Female athletes are often portrayed in a way that emphasizes their physical appearance or femininity rather than their athletic abilities. C. Dismissive or condescending language: Female athletes may be subjected to dismissive or condescending language, such as referring to them as "girls" or using infantilizing terms. D. All of the above

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All of the above

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Which of the following is NOT a common example of gender bias in sports journalism?
A. Ignoring or downplaying the achievements of female athletes.
B. Focusing on female athletes' physical appearance rather than their athletic abilities.
D. Providing extensive coverage of women's sports leagues and events.

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Providing extensive coverage of women's sports leagues and events.

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How does gender bias in sports journalism impact female athletes?

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It can limit their visibility and recognition, hindering their career development.