State Lawmakers Push To Ban Trans Athletes From Girls' Sports

State Lawmakers Push To Ban Trans Athletes From Girls' Sports

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The video discusses the debate over transgender athletes in high school sports, highlighting legislative efforts in over 20 states to ban transgender girls from competing in girls' sports. It examines a notable case in Connecticut and the lack of evidence supporting these bans. The video also explores the perspectives of LGBTQ advocates and the absence of scientific consensus on physiological advantages. It emphasizes the importance of the spirit of the game and the team aspect of sports.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the main reason legislators in over 20 states are proposing bills regarding transgender athletes?

To promote inclusivity in sports

To ban transgender girls from participating in girls' sports

To encourage more students to participate in sports

To increase funding for high school sports

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What did the AP investigation find about the sponsors of the bills?

They had overwhelming support from the public

They could not cite any examples of participation problems

They provided numerous examples of issues in their states

They were primarily focused on college sports

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the outcome of the case involving two transgender sprinters in Connecticut?

They were banned from future competitions

They were given special awards for participation

They won 15 championship races, leading to a lawsuit

They were allowed to compete without any issues

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What do LGBTQ advocates claim about the bills targeting transgender student-athletes?

They are widely accepted by the public

They are supported by scientific evidence

They are coordinated attacks fueled by fear

They are necessary for fair competition

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the current scientific consensus on the physiological advantages of transgender athletes?

There is no scientific consensus on the matter

There is a clear consensus that they have advantages

They are banned from all competitive sports

They are proven to have no advantages