Question 1

Enjoying the benefits of the dominant culture is known as&#10;A) racism.&#10;B) privilege.&#10;C) social imbalance.&#10;D) diaspora.

Accepted Answer

Enjoying the benefits of the dominant culture is known as privilege. This means that individuals who belong to dominant social groups have inherent advantages over those who do not, including access to resources, opportunities, and systems of power. This privilege can be based on factors like race, gender, sexuality, and class, and it often operates invisibly, meaning that those who benefit from it may not even be aware of its existence. Understanding and acknowledging privilege is an important aspect of promoting social justice and equality.

Question 2

One example of cultural immersion is&#10;A) travel.&#10;B) Hallloween.&#10;C) swimming parties.&#10;D) advocacy integration.

Accepted Answer

Cultural immersion typically involves traveling to a different country or region and fully experiencing the local culture, customs, and traditions. This can include learning the language, trying new foods, participating in local customs and celebrations, and engaging with the local community.

Question 3

The social justice-advoccay dimension&#10;A) is the ideal for every group.&#10;B) is the ideal for psychoeducational groups.&#10;C) is the ideal for counseling groups.&#10;D) may not be appropriate for every group.

Accepted Answer

While social justice and advocacy may be appropriate and desirable for many counseling and psychoeducational groups, it may not be appropriate or effective for every group. Factors such as the group's goals, member demographics, and the presenting issues should be taken into account when determining the appropriateness of a social justice-advocacy dimension.

Question 4

To advocate and develop multicultural competency, group must be seen as&#10;A) a unique counseling modality.&#10;B) inherently racist.&#10;C) a social justice magnet.&#10;D) none of the above

Accepted Answer

In order to advocate and develop multicultural competency, group counseling must be seen as a unique counseling modality that can facilitate understanding and appreciation of diverse experiences, perspectives, and identities. It is not inherently racist or a social justice magnet, though it can certainly be used to promote social justice and address issues related to discrimination and oppression.

Question 5

Groups are seen as ideal for exploring diversity issues because&#10;A) groups are accepting places.&#10;B) groups reflect society.&#10;C) standards mandate social justice work within all groups.&#10;D) none of the above

Accepted Answer

Groups are ideal for exploring diversity issues because they reflect society and its various components, allowing for a more nuanced exploration of diversity issues. In a group, individuals from different backgrounds, cultures, and experiences can come together and share their perspectives and experiences, providing a more comprehensive understanding of diversity. Choosing answer A or C is incorrect because while groups may strive to be accepting or work towards social justice, this is not always the case and can vary depending on the specific group and its members. Answer D is incorrect because groups are, in fact, ideal for exploring diversity issues.

Question 6

Group workers understand that to be multiculturally competent, one must&#10;A) hold a counseling degree.&#10;B) be friends with a wide range of people.&#10;C) understand and employ diversity-based skills.&#10;D) have an understanding of theory.

Accepted Answer

To be culturally competent, one must understand and employ diversity-based skills. This includes having knowledge and awareness of different cultures, understanding the impact of cultural differences, and being able to adjust communication and practices to meet the needs of individuals from diverse backgrounds. Holding a counseling degree or being friends with a wide range of people may be helpful, but it is not necessary for being multiculturally competent. Having an understanding of theory may also be helpful, but it does not necessarily equate to being culturally competent.

Deck 2: Diversity and Social Justice in Group Work