Question 1

In the Chapter 2 reading,"Jail Guard Compensated for Racial Taunts 23 Years Later," we learn of Mike McKinnon's fight against racial taunts in his workplace,the Toronto East Detention Centre.Which type of discrimination does McKinnon's story illustrate?

Accepted Answer

McKinnon's story illustrates systemic discrimination, as the racial taunts he experienced were part of a larger pattern of discriminatory behavior within the workplace. The fact that he had to fight for compensation 23 years later also indicates that there was a systemic failure to address and prevent discrimination at the organizational level.

Question 2

Sandra Moore,a 5?10? 190 pound female,applied to be a fitness instructor at the neighbourhood fitness centre.Her application was denied,and she was told that all employees of the fitness centre must appear fitter and leaner than the average person.Which form of discrimination is this?

Accepted Answer

This is an example of sizeism, where someone is discriminated against based on their size or weight.

Question 3

The fight to legalize same-sex marriage and provide a gender-neutral marriage definition in human rights legislation is an attempt to challenge what type of discrimination?

Accepted Answer

The fight to legalize same-sex marriage and provide a gender-neutral marriage definition is a challenge to heterosexism, which is the belief that heterosexuality is the only natural or acceptable sexual orientation and discrimination against those who have other sexual orientations.

Question 4

Josh and Kierra travel all throughout Australia and come home disappointed. Upon reflection,no matter where they went,nothing compared to their home in Greece; the people,food,and even the architecture just wasn't as beautiful. What sociological behaviour are Josh and Kierra exhibiting?

Accepted Answer

Josh and Kierra are exhibiting ethnocentrism, which is the belief that one's own culture, values, and ways of life are superior to those of others. They are judging the countries they visited based on their own cultural standards and finding them lacking, rather than trying to appreciate and understand the differences.

Question 5

Janet worked at a local pub and was the only female bartender.Her manager told her to ask one of her male co-workers to change the kegs of beer when necessary,as they were "too heavy for a women to lift." Which form of discrimination best characterizes this situation?

Accepted Answer

This situation reflects discrimination based on gender. Janet's manager assumes that she is not capable of lifting the kegs due to her gender, despite her being a trained bartender. This stereotype reinforces the idea that women are weak and incapable of performing physical tasks traditionally associated with men, which is an example of sexism.

Question 6

Vincenzo believes that his Italian culture is superior to every other culture and uses it as a standard by which he evaluates all other cultures. What term best characterizes Vincenzo's belief?

Accepted Answer

Vincenzo's belief that his Italian culture is superior to all others and his evaluation of other cultures based on this standard is an example of ethnocentrism. Ethnocentrism is the belief that one's own culture is superior to others and the tendency to view other cultures from the perspective of one's own.

Question 7

Your Aunt Muriel believes that all people from Canada live in igloos and ice fish on a regular basis.What term do sociologists use to describe these overgeneralizations?

Accepted Answer

The term that sociologists use to describe overgeneralizations such as the belief that all people from Canada live in igloos and ice fish is stereotype. A stereotype is a simplified and often inaccurate belief about a group of people.

Question 8

Heterosexism is the belief in the natural superiority of heterosexuality as a way of life,and therefore its logical right to dominance.What is this form of oppression an example of?

Accepted Answer

The answer of Heterosexism is the belief in the natural...

Question 9

Frank is a police officer who overheard two other officers talking.They were discussing that they believe Hispanics are more likely to be criminal,so they routinely pull over people who appear to be Hispanic more than any other racial group.Which form of discrimination best characterizes this behaviour?

Accepted Answer

The officers' belief that Hispanics are more likely to be criminal and the act of routinely pulling them over based on their appearance is a clear example of racial discrimination.

Question 10

When a convenience store near a school hangs a sign on their store window that reads "Only 3 students at a time in the store" in attempts to decrease theft,what type of discrimination is this?

Accepted Answer

This is an example of ageism as the sign is targeting a specific age group (students). It assumes that all students are potential thieves and treats them as a homogenous group.

Question 11

Scott Thomas was being reviewed for a promotion at his sales agency.His manager told him "off the record" that the committee was hesitant to promote him because he had experienced depression the year before and they worried he might not be able to handle the stress of the new position.Which form of discrimination is this an example of?

Accepted Answer

This is an example of ableism, which is discrimination against individuals with disabilities or perceived disabilities. In this case, Scott's previous experience with depression is being used as a factor to limit his opportunities for promotion, which is discriminatory.

Question 12

In the In Their Shoes section of Chapter 2,Cameron recounts his story,which includes several abusive relationships and a history of mental illness.Cameron asks that you "be kind when someone seems a little strange" in an attempt to combat which type of discrimination?

Accepted Answer

Cameron's statement is aimed at combating ableism, which is the discrimination against individuals with disabilities or mental illnesses. He is asking that people show kindness towards those who may exhibit behaviors that are considered outside of the "norm."

Question 13

What is one example of discrimination?

Accepted Answer

This statement discriminates against people with tattoos by implying that they are not welcome solely based on their appearance. It is a form of prejudice and stereotype that can lead to unfair treatment and exclusion.

Question 14

The house next door to the Hennigar family is up for sale.Mr.Hennigar tells his wife that he hopes the house is not sold to any French people because he does not like French people.What term best characterizes Mr.Hennigar's belief?

Accepted Answer

Mr. Hennigar's belief that he does not like French people is an example of prejudice, which refers to preconceived opinions or attitudes about a group of people that are not based on reason or actual experience. The other answer choices are not as fitting in this scenario. Classism refers to prejudice or discrimination based on social class, while stereotyping is making assumptions about a group of people based on certain traits or characteristics. Discrimination refers to unfair treatment of an individual or group based on their membership in a specific category.

Question 15

Which statement is evident of someone holding racial prejudice?

Accepted Answer

Believing a certain racial group is innately inferior is a clear indication of racial prejudice, as it involves a negative prejudgment based on race.

Question 16

After "liking" a picture from a gay pride parade on Facebook,John started to receive hurtful text messages from friends accusing him of being gay.Then all of his soccer teammates refused to be in the locker room with him at the same time.What type of discrimination best characterizes John's situation?

Accepted Answer

John is being discriminated against because he is perceived as being gay, which falls under the category of heterosexism. It is a form of discrimination that assumes everyone is heterosexual and marginalizes those who do not conform to this norm. Additionally, the fact that his teammates refuse to be in the locker room with him shows how deeply entrenched this discrimination is and how it can lead to exclusion and ostracism.

Question 17

Ms.Strada has a Japanese student in her science class.She thinks that the Japanese student will get the highest grade because she believes that all Japanese people are very smart.What term best characterizes Ms.Strada's belief?

Accepted Answer

Ms. Strada's belief is based on a stereotype, which is a generalization or assumption made about a group of people without considering individual differences. Stereotypes can be harmful and unfair, as they do not acknowledge the diversity and complexity of different groups.

Question 18

What is one example of prejudice?

Accepted Answer

Option B is an example of prejudice as it implies that women are expected to stay at home and take care of their children, disregarding their individual choices and capabilities. It is based on a preconceived notion that women are solely responsible for domestic duties, which is a form of gender bias. Options A, C, and D do not exhibit prejudice as they describe the current social trends and personal preferences of individuals.

Question 19

Melissa Harper manages an apartment complex in Toronto.She has three empty units that are available for rent.However,when prospective tenants of Hispanic descent inquire about renting in the complex,Ms.Harper tells them there are no vacancies.How would you define this unfair treatment?

Accepted Answer

Ms. Harper's actions of denying Hispanic tenants a rental unit based on their ethnicity is an act of discrimination. Discrimination involves treating someone unfairly or negatively based on their race, ethnicity, gender, age, or any other characteristic.

Question 20

A company manages a mixed-income residential building in which more than 50% of the tenants are designated rent-stabilized.The company announced last week that access to the building's new fitness centre would be limited to market-rate tenants only.The segregation of lower-income tenants in this situation is a clear example of what?

Accepted Answer

The term "classism" refers to discrimination based on socioeconomic status. By limiting access to the fitness center for lower-income (rent-stabilized) tenants, the company is engaging in classist behavior.

Quiz 2: Forms of Oppression