Question 1

When we first meet people, we usually look for things we have in common. It boosts our self-esteem and helps us feel validated when people think as we do and have the same interests. Which "S of Similarity" does this describe?

Accepted Answer

The answer of When we first meet people, we usually...

Question 2

Alicia shared her experience attending the Universoul Circus. She said, "It was a relief to be able to easily connect with people who had similar tastes and likes." Which "S of Similarity" does this statement reflect?

Accepted Answer

The statement reflects the "S of Similarity" known as "Sane," which refers to the comfort and relief people feel when they are around others with similar tastes and preferences.

Question 3

Actor/comedian Bill Cosby (who is African American) caused a lot of controversy when he made negative comments about uneducated African Americans to a predominantly African American audience. He probably did so because he felt

Accepted Answer

Bill Cosby likely felt "safe" making these comments to a predominantly African American audience, as he might have believed that sharing a common racial background would allow him to speak candidly without facing as much backlash.

Question 4

Than, a Vietnamese woman, said that all her friends are Asian. She used to have White friends, but many of them said things that hurt her feelings. Than now sticks with her Asian friends because it makes her feel

Accepted Answer

Than likely feels safe with her Asian friends because they share similar cultural backgrounds and experiences, reducing the likelihood of encountering hurtful comments or misunderstandings that she experienced with her White friends.

Question 5

According to Tatum (1997), why do all the Black kids sit together in the cafeteria?

Accepted Answer

Tatum (1997) explains that Black students sitting together in the cafeteria is a coping mechanism for dealing with the stress and isolation they may experience due to racism in their school environment. This behavior is not about exclusion or making others feel threatened, but rather about finding support and understanding among peers who share similar experiences.

Question 6

When the police approached Calvin and his White friend and teammate, the White friend left him to face the situation alone. However, his Black teammates saw what was happening and came to his defense. The supportive response of his Black teammates helped Calvin feel

Accepted Answer

The supportive response of his Black teammates likely made Calvin feel safe, as their presence and defense during a potentially intimidating encounter with the police would provide a sense of security and solidarity.

Question 7

When the police came, Calvin's White friend and teammate left him there alone, but his Black teammates came to his rescue. At that moment, Calvin realized that the only people who could understand his experience and his pain were the other Black students. What "S of Similarity" does this illustrate?

Accepted Answer

The answer of When the police came, Calvin's White friend...

Question 8

What is arguably the most important part of multicultural competence?

Accepted Answer

Self-awareness is crucial for multicultural competence because it involves recognizing one's own biases, prejudices, and assumptions about others. This awareness is foundational for effectively understanding and interacting with individuals from diverse cultural backgrounds.

Question 9

The statement "I don't have a culture"

Accepted Answer

This statement reflects an ethnocentric attitude because it implies a lack of awareness or acknowledgment of one's own culture, often placing it as a default or standard, thus not recognizing it as a distinct culture.

Question 10

Learning about your own culture is important because

Accepted Answer

Learning about one's own culture provides a sense of identity and belonging, which can build confidence. This foundation of understanding and self-assurance is crucial when engaging with and learning about other cultures, promoting empathy and cross-cultural communication.

Question 11

Alicia's second story in Chapter 10 was about eating at Roscoe's Chicken and Waffles, a famous soul food restaurant in Southern California. One purpose of this story was to illustrate

Accepted Answer

Alicia's story about eating at Roscoe's Chicken and Waffles serves to highlight the universal benefit of exploring and understanding one's own culture, showcasing how cultural experiences enrich personal identity and understanding.

Question 12

Individualism, materialism, and competition are all examples of

Accepted Answer

Individualism, materialism, and competition are considered core American values, reflecting the cultural emphasis on personal achievement, wealth, and a competitive spirit.

Question 13

Interviewing your own family members, constructing a family tree, and attending cultural celebrations for your group are all strategies for

Accepted Answer

These activities are focused on exploring and understanding one's own cultural background and heritage, which helps in learning more about one's own culture.

Question 14

All of the following are part of understanding other worldviews except

Accepted Answer

Interviewing family members about your personal family history focuses on your own background rather than understanding the perspectives, histories, and cultures of others, which is essential for grasping other worldviews.

Question 15

Awareness of the battles over gay marriage illustrates what area of multicultural competence?

Accepted Answer

Knowledge of the battles over gay marriage falls under understanding how current sociopolitical events affect members of different groups, which is an aspect of multicultural competence. This involves recognizing the impact of societal issues on various communities.

Question 16

What law in California essentially banned gay marriage?

Accepted Answer

Proposition 8, the "Limit on Marriage" initiative, was a California ballot proposition and a state constitutional amendment passed in the November 2008 California state elections. It specifically banned gay marriage by defining marriage as a union exclusively between a man and a woman.

Question 17

Which U.S. Supreme Court case essentially legalized gay marriage?

Accepted Answer

Obergefell v. Hodges (2015) is the landmark case in which the U.S. Supreme Court ruled that the fundamental right to marry is guaranteed to same-sex couples by both the Due Process Clause and the Equal Protection Clause of the Fourteenth Amendment to the U.S. Constitution.

Question 18

Ana Maria shared about an awkward situation where a visually impaired classmate asked to accompany her to the campus bookstore. She was very uncomfortable because she did not know the appropriate ways to assist him. She went home and looked up information on the Internet so next time she would be better prepared. Ana Maria's story illustrates the importance of ____________ in building multicultural competence.

Accepted Answer

The answer of Ana Maria shared about an awkward situation...

Question 19

Multicultural competence is a(n)

Accepted Answer

Multicultural competence refers to the ability to interact effectively with people from different cultures, making it an interpersonal skill. It involves understanding, respecting, and appropriately responding to the cultural differences and similarities among people.

Question 20

A ____________ is the ability to do something with accuracy and ease.

Accepted Answer

A skill refers to the ability to perform tasks with accuracy and ease, often acquired through practice and learning.

Quiz 10: Where Do We Go From Here