Sports
Why are star athletes paid so much?
Your viewership
Updated: 2022.05.18
4 min read · Intermediate
Why are star athletes paid so much? Your viewership Discussion Questions Q1 In your own words, please briefly summarize the article. Q2 Why did you choose this topic for today’s class discussion? Q3 Who is your favorite athlete? How much do they make a year? Q4 Imagine you are the general manager of a sports team, and you’re trying to sign a star player. What would be the most important factor when deciding the size of a player’s contract? Q5 What is your personal opinion of the system that rewards top stars in sports and entertainment huge sums? Should stars earn upwards of $50 million in a season? Q6 Should athletes be allowed to take home a portion of direct ticket sales, like in Robert Nozick’s example? Why or why not? Q7 Should sports contracts always be guaranteed? Q8 If you signed a $330 million contract, what’s the first thing you would buy? Q9 If you have a question or questions that you'd like to discuss during your class, please write them down. Expressions proliferation rapid increase in numbers; multiplication Ví dụ 1 The president’s recent statement increased the risk of nuclear proliferation. Ví dụ 2 Scientists are measuring the rate of cell proliferation. recoup regain (something lost or expended), sometimes through later profits; reimbursement or payment Ví dụ 1 He is suing to recoup the money the company withheld from him during his contract negotiations. Ví dụ 2 His arrival helped recoup the room’s energy levels. benchwarmer a sports player who does not get picked to play; a substitute Ví dụ 1 The coach surprised everyone by substituting his star pitcher for the benchwarmer. Ví dụ 2 She’s come a long way since her benchwarmer days. |
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