In Explaining Why They Played or Currently Play Sports, Messner

question 2

Multiple Choice

In explaining why they played or currently play sports, Messner found that many males say

• A) "it just comes naturally."
• B) "my mom wants [or wanted] me to."
• C) "being an athlete gives [or gave] me social respect and status."
• D) "it keeps [or kept] me out of trouble."

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