Question 1

Which of the following statements represent stereotypes? (SELECT ALL THAT APPLY)&#10;A) &#34;Puerto Ricans make terrific baseball players.&#34;&#10;B) &#34;Those swimsuit models are all airheads.&#34;&#10;C) &#34;Ben's Jewish-I'll bet he's rich.&#34;&#10;D) &#34;Mo speaks fluent Arabic.&#34;&#10;E) &#34;Jessica is tall for her age.&#34;

Accepted Answer

Statements A, B, and C are stereotypes because they make generalized assumptions about a group of people based on their ethnicity, profession, or religion.

Question 2

What should you do to overcome stereotypes and develop cultural competence? (SELECT ALL THAT APPLY)&#10;A) Avoid making assumptions.&#10;B) Accept people for who they are.&#10;C) Ignore people's backgrounds.&#10;D) Volunteer to work with and for people similar to you.&#10;E) Take a vacation to another state or country.

Accepted Answer

Avoid making assumptions.&#10;Accept people for who they are.&#10;Take a vacation to another state or country.&#10;

Question 3

Which of the following are important aspects of building friendships? (SELECT ALL THAT APPLY)&#10;A) See others only when it is convenient for you.&#10;B) Show concern and caring.&#10;C) Accept others as they are.&#10;D) Invest time in others.&#10;E) Accept the fact that everyone makes a good friend.

Accepted Answer

Building friendships involves showing concern and caring for others, accepting them as they are without trying to change them, and investing time in the relationship. These actions help to strengthen bonds and foster mutual respect and understanding.

Question 4

In your first year of college if you begin to feel lonely, which of the following techniques can help you deal with your loneliness? (SELECT ALL THAT APPLY)&#10;A) Understand that you are probably the only one feeling lonely.&#10;B) Find a study partner.&#10;C) Blame yourself.&#10;D) Join a club or volunteer.&#10;E) Look into participating in events in your community.

Accepted Answer

Finding a study partner, joining a club or volunteering, and participating in community events are effective ways to meet new people and reduce feelings of loneliness. These activities provide opportunities for social interaction and can help build a sense of belonging.

Question 5

You and your significant other have moved from friendship into a fulfilling relationship. What components should be present to make your relationship last? (SELECT ALL THAT APPLY)&#10;A) willingness to embrace change&#10;B) mutual support&#10;C) loneliness&#10;D) untruths&#10;E) loyalty

Accepted Answer

A lasting relationship should include a willingness to embrace change, mutual support, and loyalty. These components help partners grow together, support each other through challenges, and maintain trust and commitment.

Question 6

Which of the following are recommended strategies for improving your listening skills? Click all that apply.&#10;A) Demonstrate that you are listening with nonverbal indications such as head nods, eye contact, &#34;uh-huhs,&#34; and &#34;OKs.&#34;&#10;B) Multitask in order to have time for listening even during busy periods in your life.&#10;C) Ask questions.&#10;D) Expect others to understand that you'll sometimes be distracted.&#10;E) Rephrase the speaker's statement to capture the essential message in different words.

Accepted Answer

A, C, and E are effective strategies for improving listening skills. Demonstrating active listening through nonverbal cues, asking questions for clarification, and paraphrasing the speaker's statements all contribute to better understanding and communication.

Question 7

Julio has many school and work obligations, but feels no sense of connection to anyone. Julio is experiencing _____.&#10;A) opportunity.&#10;B) loneliness.&#10;C) isolation.&#10;D) alienation.

Accepted Answer

Loneliness is a feeling of isolation and lack of connection with others.

Deck 10: Diversity and Relationships