Lesson 4 made me think about how much race and slavery have a lot in common. Slavery is more of owning African Americans and doing slave work. Race is what people are and how people judge others. Thinking about Slavery, Race, and sports I know that all three of those topics combine in some way or another.
Sports for many is a way to let out frustration or may be a hobby for others, but sometimes sports is a way to get out of a bad situation. Some may not be as lucky as others and have as many opportunities to achieve their goals, so those people play sports. Athletics can help a student that is not very well in school use their talents on the field, track, or court to achieve their goals. Sports not only help people get a good education but it can help them financially.
During the 1810, slavery was a big deal and African Americans did whatever they could to get their freedom. Slaves used sports for their main outlet to get out of slavery and do the same thing whites do. Like the slaves, the kids in the film "Chiefs" were also determined to show the world that they deserve respect too. To do that, the children played basketball to show that it does not matter what race you are, you can achieve freedom and your goals. It was definitely harder back in 1810 but today it is hard for some races to achieve their goals because of where they live or how they may be treated in some places.
No comments:
Post a Comment