Question 1

What does it mean to be a minority-majority nation?

Accepted Answer

A minority-majority nation refers to a country where the combination of all minority groups together make up the majority of the population. It means that no one ethnicity or race comprises the majority, but rather the majority is made up of various minority groups.

Question 2

What group is projected to be the largest in the United States in 2060?

Accepted Answer

Whites are projected to remain the largest racial group in the United States in 2060, although their share of the population is expected to decrease.

Question 3

______ is a patterned and structured set of roles and behaviors centered on the performance of important social tasks within any given society.

Accepted Answer

Social institution refers to a patterned and structured set of roles and behaviors centered on the performance of important social tasks within any given society. Social structures are the patterns of relationships that connect individuals and groups within a society. Role expectations refer to the set of behaviors, rights, and obligations associated with a particular social status. Phenotype refers to an individual's physical characteristics resulting from their genetic makeup and environmental factors. Therefore, the best choice is A.

Question 4

The variation of international marital patterns demonstrates ______.

Accepted Answer

The variation of international marital patterns demonstrates that social institutions (such as marriage practices) are influenced by place and time, as cultural and societal norms differ across regions and historical periods. This highlights the importance of considering social and cultural context in understanding marriage and family practices.

Question 5

______ is the view that one does not see race or ethnicity, only humans, and it informs many of our stock stories today.

Accepted Answer

Colorblindness is the view that one does not see race or ethnicity, only humans, and it is a common belief in modern times that informs many of our stock stories.

Question 6

Which of the following was proposed by Lee Anne Bell (2010) as a way in which race is analyzed?

Accepted Answer

Lee Anne Bell proposes all three types of stories (stock, concealed, and resistance) as ways to analyze race. Stock stories are commonly understood beliefs about race that are often inaccurate and reinforce stereotypes. Concealed stories are personal experiences that are kept hidden due to fear or shame. Resistance stories are narratives of empowerment, challenge of stereotypes, and active resistance against oppression.

Question 7

The idea that blacks have comparable credit scores to whites is an example of ______.

Accepted Answer

The concealed story is a type of narrative that presents a hidden or suppressed truth. In this case, the idea that blacks have comparable credit scores to whites is a concealed story because it challenges the dominant narrative that blacks have lower credit scores than whites.

Question 8

The popular explanation that people in poverty are there due to the unwillingness to work is an example of ______.

Accepted Answer

The popular explanation that people in poverty are there due to the unwillingness to work is a common narrative or a stock story that has been perpetuated in society.

Question 9

______ type of racism is less overt than Jim Crow racism.

Accepted Answer

Colorblind racism refers to the belief in a society where race does not matter, and people are treated equally regardless of their skin color. It is often less overt and explicit as Jim Crow racism, but it still operates to maintain racial inequalities and perpetuate white supremacy. Therefore, A is the best choice for the question. B and C are not accurate, as they refer to different forms of racism.

Question 10

According to Bonilla-Silva (2010), ______ is a component of colorblind racism.

Accepted Answer

According to Bonilla-Silva (2010), both "abstract liberalism" and "minimization of racism" are components of colorblind racism. Abstract liberalism refers to the use of liberal ideas such as equal opportunity, individualism, and choice to justify racial inequality or deny the existence of racial privilege. Minimization of racism refers to the belief that racism is no longer a significant factor in society and that racial disparities are due to individual effort or cultural differences. Both of these components serve to maintain racial hierarchy and perpetuate the idea of colorblindness.

Question 11

______ types of theories argue that race, gender, and other salient social identities are intertwined and inseparable.

Accepted Answer

Intersectional theories argue that race, gender, and other social identities intersect and interact with each other, shaping individuals' experiences and social outcomes. This perspective acknowledges the complexity and interdependence of various social categories and the need to address them together to achieve social justice. The other three options do not emphasize the interconnectedness of social identities in this way.

Question 12

What type of theory would be best applied to the problems facing educated African American women in finding suitable marriage partners?

Accepted Answer

Intersectional theory would be best applied to the problems facing educated African American women in finding suitable marriage partners, as this theory acknowledges the interconnectedness of various social identities (including race, gender, and education level) and how they can impact an individual's experiences and opportunities. This theory recognizes that African American women may face unique challenges in the realm of marriage due to the intersection of their race and gender, and can therefore provide insights into potential solutions or interventions.

Question 13

What type of theory would be applicable to investigating the disproportionate amount of incarcerated African American men?

Accepted Answer

Conflict theory focuses on the power differentials and economic disparities that contribute to social inequalities, which can be applied to understanding the systemic issues leading to the disproportionate incarceration rates of African American men. Intersectional theory examines how various forms of social stratification, such as race, class, and gender, intersect to create unique experiences of disadvantage, which is also relevant in exploring the complexities of racial disparities in the criminal justice system.

Question 14

______ is the judgment of an individual or group, often based on race, ethnicity, religion, gender, class, and/or other social identities.

Accepted Answer

Prejudice refers to preconceived opinions or attitudes towards individuals or groups that are not based on reason or facts. It often involves negative feelings and stereotypes towards certain social identities, such as race, religion, or gender. Prejudice does not necessarily result in discriminatory behavior or actions, but it can contribute to it.

Question 15

______ are assumptions or generalizations applied to an entire group.

Accepted Answer

Stereotypes are assumptions or generalizations applied to an entire group, often based on limited experiences or characteristics perceived to be common among members of that group. Prejudice refers to preconceived attitudes or beliefs about individuals based on their membership in a particular group, while discrimination refers to unequal treatment or behavior toward individuals based on their membership in a particular group. Racism is a specific type of discrimination that involves beliefs, attitudes, and behaviors that assert the inherent superiority of one racial group over another.

Question 16

______ refers to the differential allocation of goods, resources and services, and the limitation of access to full participation in society, based on an individual's membership in a particular social category.

Accepted Answer

Discrimination refers to the unequal treatment or unfavorable actions towards individuals or groups solely based on their membership in a certain social category such as race, gender, sexual orientation or religion. Prejudice refers to negative attitudes or beliefs towards individuals or groups, while stereotypes refer to overgeneralized assumptions about individuals or groups. Racism refers to discrimination based on race specifically.

Question 17

______ is the systematic devaluing, undermining, marginalizing, and disadvantaging of certain social identity groups in contrast to a privileged norm.

Accepted Answer

Oppression is defined as the systematic mistreatment and subordination of certain social groups, often based on their race, gender, sexuality or other identity markers, by those with more power and privilege in a given society. Prejudice and stereotypes can be part of the apparatus of oppression, but they do not necessarily entail the systemic disadvantage and marginalization that are part of oppression. Racism, similarly, is often a form of oppression that is based on racial identity, but it is not the only form of oppression and may not always be present when other forms of oppression are at work.

Question 18

This racial experience has been compared to a birdcage: an interlocking network of institutional barriers that prevents escape.

Accepted Answer

The comparison of the racial experience to a birdcage specifically describes the interlocking network of institutional barriers that prevent escape. This goes beyond just prejudice or stereotypes, to the concept of oppression, which involves the systematic and institutionalized mistreatment and marginalization of a particular group. Racism is also a factor, but the birdcage metaphor specifically highlights the interlocking barriers that create a larger oppressive structure.

Question 19

______ is a system of oppression by which those groups with relatively more social power subordinate members of targeted racial groups who have relatively little social power.

Accepted Answer

Racism is a system of oppression that operates at both individual and institutional levels, which allows those with racial privilege and power to subjugate targeted racial groups who lack social power. Prejudice and stereotypes are components of racism, but they alone do not constitute the systemic and institutional subjugation of one racial group by another. Oppression is a broader term that encompasses systematic subjugation based on various identities, including race, gender, sexuality, and class.

Question 20

This group is often the target of racism in the United States.

Accepted Answer

All three groups, Asian Americans, Latino/as, and blacks, are targets of racism in the United States. Each group faces their own unique forms of discrimination and prejudice, but all experience racism in various aspects of life including employment, housing, education, and criminal justice. It is important to recognize and address these systemic issues in order to work towards a more equitable society.

Quiz 1: Race and the Social Construction of Difference