Question 1

Hate crimes are also referred to as

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Hate crimes are usually motivated by bias or prejudice against a certain group based on their race, religion, sexual orientation, disability, gender, or national origin. Therefore, the best choice to refer to these crimes is bias crimes. The other choices may be too specific or not cover all the types of hate crimes.

Question 2

In 2010,African Americans and Latinos accounted for _____ % of homebuyers.

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In 2010, African Americans and Latinos together accounted for 12% of homebuyers.

Question 3

The Lily Ledbetter Fair Pay Act in 2009 provided

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The Lily Ledbetter Fair Pay Act provided more time for victims of pay discrimination to file a lawsuit. Prior to the act, many victims did not learn of the pay discrepancy until it was too late to take legal action. The act extended the time period during which a victim can file a lawsuit, addressing this issue. The act did not provide equal pay for all men and women or require organizations to disclose salary information to all employees. It also did not provide a standard formula for salary calculation for all companies.

Question 4

According to (Figure 3.2 in the tect),hate crimes are more likely to be motivated by

Accepted Answer

Figure 3.2 shows that the majority of hate crimes are motivated by race, followed by religion and then sexual orientation. Ethnicity is not listed as a motivation category in this figure. Therefore, the best choice is B, race.

Question 5

Which of the following statements is true?

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The answer of Which of the following statements is true?
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Question 6

In 1857,what U.S.Supreme Court ruling stated that slaves remained slaves even when living or traveling in states where slavery was illegal?

Accepted Answer

The U.S. Supreme Court ruling that stated slaves remained slaves even when living or traveling in states where slavery was illegal is known as the Dred Scott decision. The other options listed are not related to this issue.

Question 7

Female physicians and surgeons earn __________% of what their male colleagues do.

Accepted Answer

According to a study published by the American Medical Association in 2018, female physicians and surgeons earn 69% of what their male colleagues do.

Question 8

According to Pager's research,which of the following statements is true?

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Pager's research found that Latino job applicants are at a disadvantage equivalent to that of African Americans, indicating that both groups face significant discrimination in the hiring process. Option B is incorrect because Pager found that Caucasian job applicants without a criminal record were more likely to receive a job callback than African American job applicants, regardless of their criminal history. Option C is incorrect because Pager's research found that African Americans were more likely to be called back for a job than Latinos, although both groups experienced significant discrimination. Option D is also incorrect because Pager's research found that Caucasians, particularly Caucasian males, were more likely to receive callbacks than other racial and ethnic groups.

Question 9

What is the denial of opportunities and equal rights to individuals and groups because of prejudice or other arbitrary reasons?

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Discrimination refers to the denial of opportunities and equal rights due to prejudice or other arbitrary reasons. Racism and ethnocentrism are forms of discrimination, but discrimination encompasses all types of unjust treatment. Scapegoating, on the other hand, involves blaming a person or group for problems without just cause.

Question 10

How many hate crimes were officially reported in 2010?

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In 2010, the FBI's Uniform Crime Reporting (UCR) Program reported approximately 6,600 hate crime incidents.

Question 11

Jorge and Maria moved from a small city in Colombia to a large city in Texas.Jorge and Maria earn more income in the United States,but do not have transportation like the majority of their neighbors,co-workers,etc.This is an example of

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Relative deprivation refers to the feeling of being deprived or disadvantaged when comparing oneself to others in the same society. In this scenario, Jorge and Maria may feel relatively deprived compared to their neighbors and co-workers who have access to transportation, despite earning more income than they did in Colombia. This feeling may be amplified if their transportation difficulties affect their ability to take advantage of employment and social opportunities.

Question 12

The Civil Rights Act led to the establishment of the

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The answer of The Civil Rights Act led to the...

Question 13

Brown vs.Board of Education ruled that

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Brown vs. Board of Education was a landmark Supreme Court decision that declared that separate but equal facilities for black and white students were unconstitutional and violated the Equal Protection Clause of the 14th amendment. This ruling marked a significant shift in American race relations and set the stage for the civil rights movement.

Question 14

In terms of annual income,the greatest disparity exists between

Accepted Answer

According to data from the US Census Bureau, African American women earn approximately 63 cents for every dollar earned by Caucasian men, which is the largest disparity among the options given. This wage gap persists even when controlling for education and experience.

Question 15

The patterns of discrimination against people trying to buy homes in minority and radically hanging neighborhoods is known as

Accepted Answer

Redlining is the practice of denying or limiting financial services, such as mortgage loans, insurance, or access to credit, to people based on their race or ethnicity. This discriminatory practice was widespread in the United States in the 20th century, and it contributed to the creation and perpetuation of segregated neighborhoods. Redlining is a form of institutional racism that is illegal under the Fair Housing Act.

Question 16

The entire criminal justice system,from judge,to attorney,to parole officer,is dominated by Caucasians.This exemplifies the concept of

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The scenario described in the statement exemplifies the concept of institutional discrimination, as the entire criminal justice system is dominated by Caucasians, which suggests systemic and institutional biases against other racial groups. Assimilation and pluralism do not accurately reflect the situation, and relative deprivation may not be applicable in this context.

Question 17

African American males are __________ to serve time in prison than Latino males.

Accepted Answer

African American males are twice as likely to serve time in prison than Latino males, reflecting disparities in the criminal justice system.

Question 18

What year was the Civil Rights Act established?

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The Civil Rights Act was established in 1964, making it illegal to discriminate against individuals based on their race, color, religion, sex, or national origin. It was a monumental moment in the fight for equality and civil rights in the United States.

Question 19

Which of the following is true?

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Studies have shown that African American families are more likely to experience financial hardship and have higher levels of debt compared to Caucasian families. Factors such as discrimination, lower salaries, and limited access to credit and financial education contribute to this disparity.

Question 20

Carmichael and Hamilton coined the term

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Carmichael and Hamilton are known for their work on social marginality, which is the experience of being excluded or isolated from mainstream society due to one's race, ethnicity, or other factors. Ethnocentrism refers to the tendency to view one's own culture as superior to others, institutional discrimination involves biased practices and policies within institutions, and hate crimes involve violent acts motivated by prejudice. None of these are directly attributed to Carmichael and Hamilton.

Quiz 3: Discrimination