Unit 6 SH Quiz: Media & Economic Impacts in Sports

Which streaming service has exclusive rights to NFL’s Thursday Night Football?

• ESPN+

• Apple TV+

• Amazon Prime Video

• Hulu Sports

What is one reason Gen Z prefers watching sports highlights on apps like TikTok?

• They dislike sports commentators

• They prefer long-form documentaries

• They enjoy short, fast-paced content

• They only follow local sports

What is the NBA2K League?

• A. A youth basketball training program

• B. A real NBA tournament

• C. An esports league run by the NBA

• D. A virtual reality game for coaching

Why are sports video games like FIFA and Madden NFL important to sports culture?

• They teach players how to become referees

• They boost fan engagement and simulate team control

• They replace real sports

• They are only used for marketing

What is a monopoly in professional sports?

• When fans vote on team decisions

• When athletes play multiple sports

• When one company or league controls a sport

• When all games are free to watch

Which of the following is NOT controlled by sports monopolies like the NFL or MLB?

• A. Team locations

• B. Broadcasting rights

What is the main role of a player union in sports?

• To organize fan events

• To run social media accounts

• To negotiate salaries, safety, and benefits for athletes

• To schedule games

In 2023, what change did WNBA players secure through their union?

• A. A shorter season

• B. Charter flights for travel

• C. Larger basketballs

• D. Free game tickets

What does NIL stand for in college sports?

• National Image Licensing

• Name, Image, Likeness

• New International League

• National Integrity Law

Which athlete’s NIL deals helped raise the visibility of women’s basketball in 2024?

• Simone Biles

• Serena Williams

• Caitlin Clark

• Naomi Osaka