Deck 10: Race and Ethnic Stratification

Question 1

Slyving is a citizen of Haiti. He believes that there are better opportunities for education and advancement in America than in Haiti. Slyving is willingly moving from Haiti to America next year. This is an example of:

A) Involuntary Immigration
B) Migrant Superordination
C) Voluntary Immigration
D) Indigenous Superordination

Answer 1

C

Question 2

Dr. Fletcher is taking six American sociology students on a study abroad trip to Sweden. Because the six American students have a common cultural, linguistic and ancestral heritage, they share the same:

A) Race
B) Ethnicity
C) Enclave
D) Scapegoat

Answer 2

B

Question 3

Louisa and her family just moved to the U.S. from Mexico. Now, Louisa and her family are expected to speak English and adopt the ways of their new country. This reflects:

A) Involuntary Immigration
B) Indigenous Superordination
C) Migrant Superordination
D) Voluntary Immigration

Answer 3

B

Question 4

In 1994, the Hutu tribe of Rwanda attempted to destroy or exterminate the Tutsi tribe. This is an example of:

A) Annexation
B) Apartheid
C) Genocide
D) Colonialism

Question 5

Oprah Winfrey, Kobe Bryant, and Lebron James all share certain physical characteristics, including skin color. As such, they are a part of the same:

A) Ethnicity
B) Enclave
C) Scapegoat
D) Race

Question 6

lvin is a member of an organization that promotes hostility and violence against immigrants. As such, Alvin is a member of a:

A) Dominant Group
B) Majority Group
C) Hate Group
D) Minority Group

Question 7

France, a more powerful nation, imposed its will over Senegal, a weaker nation. This is an example of:

A) Apartheid
B) Colonialism
C) Genocide
D) Annexation

Question 8

In the early 20^th century, the Japanese military entered Korea and conquered the native population. During this time, Japanese culture was elevated above the native Korean culture. This is an example of:

A) Voluntary Immigration
B) Involuntary Immigration
C) Migrant Superordination
D) Immigrant Subordination

Question 9

The system of oppression that lasted for 50 years in South Africa is called:

A) Annexation
B) Apartheid
C) Genocide
D) Voluntary Immigration

Question 10

The U.S. Census Bureau offers definitions of race.

A) 2
B) 4
C) 6
D) 8

Question 11

During the Atlantic slave trade, millions of Africans were stolen from their country and taken to the United States. This is an example of:

A) Migrant Superordination
B) Involuntary Immigration
C) Indigenous Superordination
D) Voluntary Immigration

Question 12

Adolf Hitler's attempt to achieve ethnic homogeneity through the imprisonment, expulsion and murder of Jewish people is an example of:

A) Apartheid
B) Immigration
C) Ethnic Cleansing
D) Conquest

Question 13

The most prominent physical characteristic of race is:

A) Language
B) Ancestral Heritage
C) Eye Color
D) Skin Color

Question 14

Henry is a landlord. His policy is to never rent to blacks. This discrimination based on race is an example of:

A) Genocide
B) Annexation
C) Conquest
D) Racism

Question 15

In the 16^th century, Portugal used its superior military forces to dominate the people of South America. This is an example of:

A) Apartheid
B) Immigration
C) Genocide
D) Conquest

Question 16

Thiaba is a woman from the rural area of East Africa. When she visited America and viewed women "baking their heads in small ovens," she thought that Americans were barbaric. She had never seen a hair dryer that a woman sat under for hours in her own country, so she used her own culture to judge American culture. Thiaba was practicing:

A) Discrimination
B) Ethnocentrism
C) Segregation
D) Racism

Question 17

In South Africa, whites were the numeric minority but had the greatest level of power. As such, whites were the:

A) Racial Group
B) Dominant Group
C) Minority Group
D) Hate Group

Question 18

In the U.S., Native Americans make up a small portion of the total population and lack the level of power and privilege enjoyed by whites. As such, Native Americans are a:

A) Majority Group
B) Dominant Group
C) Minority Group
D) Hate Group

Question 19

In China, the Han has the largest numerical representation and they hold significant power and privilege in society. This means that in China, the Han are the:

A) Majority Group
B) Minority Group
C) Racial Group
D) Scapegoat

Question 20

In 1898, the United States of America incorporated Hawaiian territory. Hawaiian natives became members of American society. This is an example of:

A) Genocide
B) Annexation
C) Voluntary Immigration
D) Involuntary Immigration

Question 21

Doug is unemployed. He has been searching for a job for 7 weeks. Doug complains to his wife Ellen that unemployment rates are very high because the Mexicans are taking all of the jobs in the country. This unfair accusation against Mexicans is an example of:

A) A Stereotype
B) Discrimination
C) Double Consciousness
D) Scapegoating

Question 22

Demetria's research examines how the use of culturally biased exams in university admission ensures that most of the students who gain admittance are a part of the dominant group. This research is in line with:

A) Conflict Theory
B) Symbolic Interactionism
C) Functionalism
D) Superordination

Question 23

According to the U.S. Census Bureau estimates which racial-ethnic group has the highest life expectancy at birth for males?

A) White
B) Black
C) Hispanic
D) Asian

Question 24

According to data in the text, which racial-ethnic group had the lowest median household income?

A) White
B) Black
C) Hispanic
D) Asian

Question 25

Some inhabitants of the thirteen colonies sought to overthrow British rule because they believed it to be unjust. These revolutionaries provide an example of:

A) Assimilationist Minorities
B) Pluralistic Minorities
C) Militant Minorities
D) Secessionist Minorities

Question 26

The house next door to the Ferguson's is up for sale. Waldo Ferguson tells his wife that he hopes that the house is not sold to any black people because he does not like black people. This is an example of:

A) Discrimination
B) Prejudice
C) Stereotype
D) Institutional Discrimination

Question 27

Louella is 63-years-old. She has been poor her entire life. Her 9 children are poor and their children are poor. Three generations of this family have been unable to break into the middle and upper class. As such, this is an example of:

A) Institutional Discrimination
B) Prejudice
C) A Stereotype
D) The Cycle of Poverty

Question 28

Belle believes that the development of ethnic enclaves creates a more divided nation. Belle thinks that enclaves lead to:

A) Balkanization
B) Institutional Discrimination
C) Prejudice
D) Stereotypes

Question 29

Carlo and his family emigrated to the United States from Columbia. Upon arrival, Carlo instructed his family to give up their old ways and integrate themselves into mainstream society. This meant learning a new language, dressing in a different way, and eating differenoods. Carlo and his family are:

A) Militant Minorities
B) Assimilationist Minorities
C) Pluralistic Minorities
D) Secessionist Minorities

Question 30

The fact that whites with health insurance tend to receive better health care than blacks with health insurance points to the idea that racism still exists in society in more subtle ways. This reflects:

A) A Stereotype
B) A Scapegoat
C) Color-Blind Racism
D) Double Consciousness

Question 31

Killearn has been a predominantly white community since its establishment 65 years ago. However, an increasing number of blacks have moved to Killearn in the past 3 years. In response, many of the white residents have moved out. This is an example of:

A) Institutional Discrimination
B) White Flight
C) Double Consciousness
D) A Scapegoat

Question 32

The Amish of Pennsylvania do not seek assimilation with the mainstream U.S. society, but view the dominant group with disdain believing it will corrupt their belief system. As such, the Amish of Pennsylvania are:

A) Militant Minorities
B) Assimilationist Minorities
C) Pluralistic Minorities
D) Secessionist Minorities

Question 33

According to the text which racial-ethnic group is most likely to own a home?

A) White
B) Black
C) Hispanic
D) Asian

Question 34

The Hyattsville Country Club requires that an applicant's grandfather be a member of the club in order to qualify for membership. Because blacks were not allowed to join the club in the 1960s and 1970s, there are no black members today. This rule, which maintains the advantage for the dominant group, while providing the appearance of fairness to all is an example of:

A) A stereotype
B) Institutional Discrimination
C) Prejudice
D) Double Consciousness

Question 35

For the first time ever, Mr. Perry has an Asian student in his math class. Mr. Perry thinks that the Asian student will get the highest grade because he believes that all Asians are very smart. This is an example of:

A) Prejudice
B) Discrimination
C) Institutional Discrimination
D) A Stereotype

Question 36

Little Havana is a neighborhood in Miami where Cuban immigrants live together and assert cultural distinction from the dominant group. As such, Little Havana is an):

A) Scapegoat
B) Ethnic Enclave
C) Double Consciousness
D) Stereotype

Question 37

Mr. Roper manages an apartment complex is San Diego. He has 5 empty units that he needs to rent out. However, whenever Latinos inquire about renting in the complex, Mr. Roper tells them there are no vacancies. This unfair treatment is an example of:

A) Prejudice
B) A Stereotype
C) Discrimination
D) A Scapegoat

Question 38

Margaret is researching the use of racial slurs in middle schools in Georgia. Margaret's research is in line with:

A) Symbolic Interactionism
B) Conflict Theory
C) Functionalism
D) Superordination

Question 39

Some Italians who immigrated to New York City maintained cultural ties to their homeland, while participating in the political and economic system of the U.S. As such, these Italian immigrants were:

A) Assimilationist Minorities
B) Militant Minorities
C) Pluralistic Minorities
D) Secessionist Minorities

Question 40

In Forsythe, Georgia, the blacks live in one section of town and the whites live in another. This separation by race is called:

A) Genocide
B) Conquest
C) Segregation
D) Prejudice

Question 41

The group has the greatest power, but not necessarily the greatest numbers.

Question 42

According to recent science, race is a purely social construct.

Question 43

In the U.S., minority populations are declining.

Question 44

Organizations that promote hostility or violence towards others based on race and other factors are called .

Question 45

Discrimination based on a person's race is called .

Question 46

The division of people based on certain physical characteristics is .

Question 47

People learn about race through social experiences.

Question 48

Quotas are a part of acceptable affirmative action policies.

Question 49

The classification of people who share a common cultural, linguistic, or ancestral heritage is called .

Question 50

Most whites in the United States claim that they are not racist.

Question 51

Vilma's research documents the intended and unintended consequences of racial discrimination in the United States. Vilma's research is in line with:

A) Conflict Theory
B) Symbolic Interactionism
C) Functionalism
D) Superordination

Question 52

is the imposition of control over a weaker nation by a more powerful nation.

Question 53

The group has the largest population and holds significant power and privilege in society.

Question 54

The group has a smaller population and holds little power.

Question 55

Martha is a black woman who feels that she lives in two worlds. She speaks and acts one way when she is in her neighborhood, at her church, and with her close friends. However, she speaks and acts another way when she is with the majority group at her job, when she shops, and when she goes out to dinner. This reflects:

A) A Stereotype
B) Color-Blind Racism
C) A Double Consciousness
D) A Scapegoat

Question 56

Race is more complex than ethnicity.

Question 57

The number of hate groups in the U.S. is declining.

Question 58

The attempt to destroy or exterminate a people based on their race or ethnicity is called
.

Question 59

A 2008 survey showed that in the U.S., whites have the highest
median household income.

Question 60

Today, Ariana is presenting a report to her sociology class on a social policy designed to help minority groups gain opportunities through employment and education. Ariana will be discussing:

A) Apartheid
B) Genocide
C) Superordination
D) Affirmative Action

Question 61

Making an unfair accusation against a person or group as the cause of problem is
.

Question 62

Forced separation because of factors like race, gender and ethnicity is called
.

Question 63

The forced movement of people from one society to another is called .

Question 64

are groups that enter into an area voluntarily but seek to maintain their own culture while also integrating into the dominant group.

Question 65

The neighborhoods in which people from similar cultures live together and assert cultural distinction from the dominant group are called .

Question 66

The sense that a person must keep a foot in two worlds, one in the majority group's world and one in the minority group's world is called .

Question 67

Groups that seek to shed their old ways and integrate themselves into what is considered mainstream society are called .

Question 68

refers to negative attitudes about an entire group of people.

Question 69

The idea that racism still exists in society in more subtle ways is called .

Question 70

minorities seek to overthrow the existing system because they see it as unjust.

Question 71

The domination over a group of people by a superior force is called .

Question 72

is the incorporation of one territory into another.

Question 73

The subordination of an immigrant group to a dominant group is called .

Question 74

The unfair treatment of people based on a prejudice is called .

Question 75

Simplified perceptions people have of an entire group that are usually based on false assumptions are called .

Question 76

The conquest of a native population by a more powerful group is called .

Question 77

maintains the advantage for the dominant group, while providing the appearance of fairness to all.

Question 78

A generational barrier that prevents poor people from breaking into middle and upper classes is known as the .

Question 79

The willing movement of people from one society to another is called .

Question 80

minorities do not seek assimilation or cultural unification, but instead views the dominant group with disdain.