Question 1

An ethnic group is a group

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A)  that is set apart from others because of physical differences.
B)  that is set apart from others because of its national origin or distinctive cultural patterns.
C)  whose members have significantly less control over their own lives than the members of a dominant group.
D)  that has reached very moral decisions about a way of life.E) A) and B)
F) A) and C)

Question 2

The "one-drop rule" referred to Native Americans and stipulated that if a person had even a single drop of "Indian blood," that person was viewed as Indian.

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A) True 
 B)False

Question 3

In sociological terms,members of a minority group

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A)  experience unequal treatment.
B)  are outnumbered by the dominant group.
C)  speak a different language than the dominant group.
D)  are members of a different religious group than the dominant group.E) A) and B)
F) A) and C) A

Question 4

William I.Thomas observed that people respond not only to the objective features of a situation or person,but also to the social meaning that situation or person has for them.This observation reflects which sociological perspective?

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A)  functionalist perspective
B)  conflict perspective
C)  interactionist perspective
D)  global perspectiveE) A) and D)
F) B) and C)

Question 5

Which of the following illustrates institutional discrimination?

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A)  A country club has a rule specifying that no Italians or Jews may be members.
B)  A mental institution in New York will not allow residents of Connecticut to receive services in the facility.
C)  To save money,a city fires all employees hired during the last three years.During the last three years,the city has had an aggressive minority-hiring program,and the majority of those fired are therefore members of various minority groups.
D)  A prejudiced personnel officer secretly refuses to hire women.E) A) and B)
F) B) and D)

Question 6

In 1940,White non-Hispanics made up 87 percent of the U.S.population.What percentage do projections show them representing as of 2015?

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A)  18 percent
B)  37 percent
C)  62 percent
D)  86 percentE) None of the above
F) C) and D) C

Question 7

Asian Americans are identified in the textbook as an example of a(n)

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A)  ethnic group.
B)  racial group.
C)  reference group.
D)  status group.E) All of the above
F) None of the above

Question 8

Which of the following would NOT be considered discrimination?

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A)  Sue believes poor people are criminals.
B)  Sue refuses to give Jane a ride to work because Jane is poor.
C)  A bank loan officer refuses a loan to Jane because of her shabby,poor appearance.
D)  Sue refuses to hire Jane because she is poor.E) B) and C)
F) All of the above

Question 9

Prejudice is a(n) ________;discrimination is a(n) ________.

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A)  belief;action
B)  action;belief
C)  action;action
D)  belief;beliefE) B) and C)
F) A) and D)

Question 10

German Americans,Italian Americans,and Norwegian Americans are all examples of

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A)  racial groups.
B)  ethnic groups.
C)  stereotypes.
D)  None of these answers is correct.E) C) and D)
F) B) and D)

Question 11

Characteristics of national origin or distinctive cultural patterns are used primarily by a society to set apart

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A)  minority groups.
B)  ethnic groups.
C)  racial groups.
D)  polarization groups.E) A) and B)
F) A) and C)

Question 12

Which of the following groups has the highest median income level?

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A)  White,non-Hispanic men
B)  Asian men
C)  Hispanic men
D)  African American menE) All of the above
F) C) and D)

Question 13

The term racial group is used to describe a group that is set apart from others because of obvious cultural distinctions.

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A) True 
 B)False

Question 14

Prejudice is to discrimination as

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A)  norm is to value.
B)  attitude is to behavior.
C)  behavior is to attitude.
D)  good is to bad.E) All of the above
F) C) and D)

Question 15

Which sociologist observed that people respond not only to the objective features of a situation or person but also to the social meaning that situation or person has for them?

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A)  William I.Thomas
B)  William Graham Sumner
C)  Karl Marx
D)  Robert MertonE) All of the above
F) B) and C)

Question 16

Many individuals,especially young adults,struggle against social pressure to choose a single identity,and instead openly embrace multiple heritages.

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A) True 
 B)False

Question 17

Which of the following terms refers to a negative attitude toward an entire category of people?

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A)  exploitation
B)  prejudice
C)  discrimination
D)  pluralismE) B) and C)
F) A) and B)

Question 18

Describe the differences in and similarities between racial groups and ethnic groups.Give some examples to illustrate your answer.

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Racial groups and ethnic groups are often used interchangeably, but they actually refer to different aspects of human identity. Racial groups are based on physical characteristics such as skin color, hair texture, and facial features, while ethnic groups are based on cultural factors such as language, religion, and customs.

One key difference between racial and ethnic groups is that racial categories are often imposed from the outside, based on physical appearance, while ethnic groups are often self-identified based on shared cultural practices and traditions. For example, African Americans and Asian Americans are racial groups based on physical characteristics, while Hispanic Americans and Native Americans are ethnic groups based on shared cultural heritage.

However, there can be overlap between racial and ethnic groups. For example, African Americans can also be part of the ethnic group of African American culture, which includes shared traditions, music, and language. Similarly, Hispanic Americans can be of different racial backgrounds, such as white, black, or indigenous.

Another difference is that racial groups are often associated with power dynamics and historical oppression, while ethnic groups are more focused on cultural identity and heritage. For example, the history of slavery and segregation in the United States has created a distinct African American racial group, while the diverse cultural traditions of Hispanic Americans are based on their ethnic heritage.

In summary, racial groups are based on physical characteristics and often have historical and social implications, while ethnic groups are based on cultural factors and are more focused on shared traditions and customs. It's important to recognize and respect the differences and similarities between these groups in order to promote understanding and inclusivity in our society.

Question 19

The use of the principle of race neutrality to defend a racially unequal status quo is referred to as

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A)  color-blind racism.
B)  prejudice.
C)  discriminatory racism.
D)  None of these answers is correct.E) None of the above
F) B) and D)

Question 20

Racism is defined as

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A)  a belief that one race is supreme and that all others are innately inferior.
B)  the tendency of people to respond to and act on the basis of stereotypes.
C)  the systematic killing of an entire people or nation.
D)  the denial of opportunities and equal rights to individuals and groups because of prejudice.E) A) and B)
F) A) and C)

Exam 31: Minority, Racial, and Ethnic Groups

An ethnic group is a group

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The "one-drop rule" referred to Native Americans and stipulated that if a person had even a single drop of "Indian blood," that person was viewed as Indian.

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In sociological terms,members of a minority group

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William I.Thomas observed that people respond not only to the objective features of a situation or person,but also to the social meaning that situation or person has for them.This observation reflects which sociological perspective?

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Which of the following illustrates institutional discrimination?

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In 1940,White non-Hispanics made up 87 percent of the U.S.population.What percentage do projections show them representing as of 2015?

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Asian Americans are identified in the textbook as an example of a(n)

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Which of the following would NOT be considered discrimination?

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Prejudice is a(n) ;discrimination is a(n) .

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German Americans,Italian Americans,and Norwegian Americans are all examples of

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Characteristics of national origin or distinctive cultural patterns are used primarily by a society to set apart

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Which of the following groups has the highest median income level?

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The term racial group is used to describe a group that is set apart from others because of obvious cultural distinctions.

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Prejudice is to discrimination as

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Which sociologist observed that people respond not only to the objective features of a situation or person but also to the social meaning that situation or person has for them?

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Many individuals,especially young adults,struggle against social pressure to choose a single identity,and instead openly embrace multiple heritages.

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Which of the following terms refers to a negative attitude toward an entire category of people?

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Describe the differences in and similarities between racial groups and ethnic groups.Give some examples to illustrate your answer.

The use of the principle of race neutrality to defend a racially unequal status quo is referred to as

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Racism is defined as

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Exam 31: Minority, Racial, and Ethnic Groups

An ethnic group is a group

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The "one-drop rule" referred to Native Americans and stipulated that if a person had even a single drop of "Indian blood," that person was viewed as Indian.

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In sociological terms,members of a minority group

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William I.Thomas observed that people respond not only to the objective features of a situation or person,but also to the social meaning that situation or person has for them.This observation reflects which sociological perspective?

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Which of the following illustrates institutional discrimination?

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In 1940,White non-Hispanics made up 87 percent of the U.S.population.What percentage do projections show them representing as of 2015?

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Asian Americans are identified in the textbook as an example of a(n)

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Which of the following would NOT be considered discrimination?

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Prejudice is a(n) ________;discrimination is a(n) ________.

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German Americans,Italian Americans,and Norwegian Americans are all examples of

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Characteristics of national origin or distinctive cultural patterns are used primarily by a society to set apart

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Which of the following groups has the highest median income level?

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The term racial group is used to describe a group that is set apart from others because of obvious cultural distinctions.

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Prejudice is to discrimination as

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Which sociologist observed that people respond not only to the objective features of a situation or person but also to the social meaning that situation or person has for them?

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Many individuals,especially young adults,struggle against social pressure to choose a single identity,and instead openly embrace multiple heritages.

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Which of the following terms refers to a negative attitude toward an entire category of people?

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Describe the differences in and similarities between racial groups and ethnic groups.Give some examples to illustrate your answer.

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