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In “Why the NHL Needs Fighting,” Brandon Keim (2012) states that fighting is a crucial element of hockey. Since the argument claimed by the author is located in the second paragraph and the reasons are situated after the argument, the article presents a deductive organization. The three reasons provided by the author to support his thesis statement are: Physical punishment applied by the own players is an effective measure to restrain condemnable behaviour during the match; Hockey is an…

1) Functionalist Theory focuses on the ways that social structures influence action and relationship in the social worlds. Sports are an inspiration because it contributes to an individual and groups by bringing everybody together by sharing cultural values. An example of the functionalist theory is that sports organizations have a hierarchy system where everyone plays a role interconnected from top to bottom. That means everybody from ownership, to coaches, players, and all employees need to…

Sara is the only White person in her school and experiences a lot of racism. After her and Derek beginning dating, many people are opposed to their relationship. Sara's friend, who happens to be Derek's sister, even agrees with a comment made by Derek's ex-girlfriend that White girls always try and take the few good Black men that are left. Sara's father does not approve either. Sara and Derek literally have to fight for their love. Both Sara and Derek got into physical confrontations with…