Question 1

Which of the following is NOT an aspect of socioeconomic status for a group?

Accepted Answer

Ideology is not an aspect of socioeconomic status. Socioeconomic status typically refers to factors such as income, education, occupation, and sometimes others like health insurance, housing stability, or food security. Ideology, on the other hand, refers to a system of beliefs or values that shape a person's political, social, or cultural attitudes and behaviors. While ideology may be related to a person's socioeconomic status, it is not typically considered a defining characteristic of it.

Question 2

In which section of the United States is there the greatest concentration of Latino populations?

Accepted Answer

The Southwest region of the United States, including states such as California, Texas, Arizona, and New Mexico, has the highest concentration of Latino populations. These states have historically had a significant Hispanic/Latino presence, and continue to attract immigrants from Latin America. Census data also shows that these states have a higher percentage of Hispanic/Latino residents compared to other regions in the country.

Question 3

In which section of the United States is there the greatest concentration of Black populations?

Accepted Answer

According to the U.S. Census Bureau, the Southeastern region of the United States has the highest concentration of Black/African American populations. This includes states such as Alabama, Georgia, Louisiana, and Mississippi.

Question 4

What are the three states where half of the American Indian population resides?

Accepted Answer

According to the United States Census Bureau, as of 2019, the three states with the largest American Indian populations are California, Oklahoma, and Arizona. Together, these three states account for over half of the American Indian population in the United States.

Question 5

Which of the following contextualizes the relatively high median family income levels of Asian Americans?

Accepted Answer

Both factors listed in option C contribute to the high median family income levels of Asian Americans. Many Asian American households have multiple adults contributing to the income, such as married couples or extended family members living together. Additionally, some Asian American groups, such as Indian Americans and Filipino Americans, are more likely to work in higher paying industries such as technology and healthcare. Option D, which suggests natural ability and cultural influences as a reason for high income, is not supported by research and is considered a stereotype.

Question 6

Groups that generally have been excluded from participation in the decision-making process by which society's benefits are distributed are called __________________ groups.

Accepted Answer

The term "dominated groups" accurately describes those who have been excluded or marginalized from decision-making processes and the distribution of societal benefits based on factors such as race, ethnicity, gender, and socioeconomic status. The other answer choices, divided, enslaved, and overlooked, do not fully capture the nature of this exclusion.

Question 7

Which of the following is NOT an essential aspect of social movements?

Accepted Answer

While an inspiring title may be beneficial to a social movement, it is not an essential aspect. The use of existing social organization structures, catalytic leadership, and strategic planning are all essential for the success of a social movement.

Question 8

______________________ have never had a social movement aimed at improving their conditions and treatment in the United States.

Accepted Answer

All racial/ethnic minority groups in the United States, including American Indians, Asian Americans, and Latinos, have developed social movements aimed at improving their conditions and treatment. These movements have sought to address issues such as civil rights, land rights, immigration policies, and social justice.

Question 9

Each of these is an example of the political activity of demonstrating EXCEPT ________________.

Accepted Answer

Thurgood Marshall preparing arguments for the Brown v. Board (1954) Supreme Court case is not an example of a political demonstration or protest, but rather a legal strategy. The other options all involve public displays of political dissent or advocacy.

Question 10

Which of the following is not an example of recent social movement activity?

Accepted Answer

The Montgomery Bus Boycott took place in 1955-1956 and is not considered recent social movement activity.

Question 11

In which year was the most comprehensive and protective Voting Rights Act passed?

Accepted Answer

The most comprehensive and protective Voting Rights Act was passed in 1965, which prohibited racial discrimination in voting and provided federal oversight of election practices in Southern states with a history of discrimination. The Civil Rights Act of 1964 outlawed racial segregation in schools, public places, and employment, but it did not address voting rights.

Question 12

Grandfather clauses were instituted in the South after Reconstruction in order to:

Accepted Answer

Grandfather clauses were laws passed by Southern states that allowed potential white voters to circumvent literacy tests, poll taxes, and other tactics designed to disenfranchise African Americans. If a voter's grandfather had been eligible to vote before the Civil War, then that voter did not have to meet the other requirements. This effectively denied the vote to many African Americans, whose grandparents were slaves and thus not eligible to vote before the Civil War.

Question 13

A technique in which each voter can register an intensity of preference for a candidate or candidates is known as ____________________.

Accepted Answer

The described technique is known as cumulative voting, where voters can distribute a total of votes allotted to them among multiple candidates in any way they choose, allowing for an intensity of preference to be expressed.

Question 14

At-large elections and racial gerrymandering that impede the ability of minority voters to translate votes into the election of candidates of their choice are devices that lead to ___________.

Accepted Answer

At-large elections and racial gerrymandering can dilute the voting power of minority voters, making it harder for them to elect candidates who represent their interests. This is a violation of the Voting Rights Act and can lead to underrepresentation of minority communities in elected positions. Therefore, the correct answer is A) vote dilution.

Question 15

Which of the following cases essentially nullified Section 5 of the Voting Rights Act?

Accepted Answer

Shelby County v. Holder (2013) essentially nullified Section 5 of the Voting Rights Act, which required certain states with a history of discrimination to seek approval from the federal government before making any changes to their voting laws. The Supreme Court found that the formula used to determine which states were subject to this requirement was outdated and therefore unconstitutional.

Question 16

What is socioeconomic status (SES)?

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Question 17

Why does population concentration matter in a political context?

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Question 18

What are dominated groups?

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Question 19

What is a social movement and what are its 4 prerequisites?

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Question 20

What is preclearance under the Voting Rights Act of 1965?

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