Question 1

Resistance to assertive women leaders in workplaces suggests that what is involved?

Accepted Answer

Social norms that support assertion by men and oppressive systems that empower men more than women contribute to resistance towards assertive women leaders in workplaces. This resistance is not only from powerful men but also from other individuals influenced by these norms and systems. Therefore, choice D (both 'b' and 'c') is the best answer.

Question 2

In an oppressive system,the group with more power is termed ___ ,while the group with less power is termed ___ .

Accepted Answer

In an oppressive system, the group with more power is the dominant group, while the group with less power is the subordinated group. Option A is incorrect because the group with more power is not necessarily privileged. Option C is incorrect because the targeted group may or may not have less power than the other group. Option D is incorrect because the term targeted does not accurately reflect the power dynamics between the two groups.

Question 3

A dominant group in an oppressive system often uses which resources below to maintain their power?

Accepted Answer

A dominant group in an oppressive system uses a combination of belief systems, economic resources, and controlling the media to maintain their power. The belief systems often justify the oppression and discriminate against other groups. They use economic resources to limit opportunities for those who do not belong to the dominant group. Finally, they control the media to control and shape the narrative around controversies. Therefore, all of the above resources are critical for maintaining power in an oppressive system.

Question 4

A limitation of the liberation perspective is that:

Accepted Answer

The liberation perspective focuses on collective action and overcoming oppression, but may overlook individual differences within groups. This can limit its effectiveness in addressing issues within diverse communities. Power is still acknowledged and addressed in the liberation perspective. Globalization and bicultural approaches are not directly related to the limitations of the liberation perspective.

Question 5

Which acculturative strategy is most psychologically adaptive depends on:

Accepted Answer

The most psychologically adaptive acculturative strategy depends on the ecological context, which includes factors such as the host society's attitudes towards the immigrants, the availability of resources and support, and the degree of cultural similarity between the host and immigrant groups. Therefore, it is important to assess the specific context when determining which acculturative strategy is most appropriate.

Question 6

Examples of oppressive systems include:

Accepted Answer

All three options (racism, sexism, and classism) are examples of oppressive systems that involve the unequal distribution of power and resources based on characteristics such as race, gender, and social class. These systems perpetuate discrimination, exploitation, and marginalization of certain groups based on these characteristics, and can have negative impacts on individuals and communities. Therefore, the best answer is D, as all three options are valid examples of oppressive systems.

Question 7

Tim attended schools in an affluent community that had many academic resources and opportunities for students.Waylon attended schools in a low-income community with few of these resources.Because of this,Tim is more ready to take difficult courses in college.In terms of the liberation perspective,what does Tim have that Waylon does not?

Accepted Answer

Tim has unearned privilege as he had access to academic resources and opportunities due to his socio-economic status, which Waylon did not have. This privilege has given Tim an advantage in taking difficult courses in college.

Question 8

A dominant group in an oppressive system often uses which resources below to maintain their power?

Accepted Answer

Dominant groups in oppressive systems often use a combination of social myths, personal connections, and influence over the educational system to maintain their power. Social myths help to perpetuate the belief in the superiority of the dominant group and the inferiority of others. Access to personal connections allows dominant group members to maintain their position of power and influence. And by controlling the education system, they can shape how people think and maintain their dominance over time.

Question 9

___________ can come into conflict with diversity because it tends to emphasize group member similarity and appears to be higher in homogenous communities.

Accepted Answer

Sense of community can come into conflict with diversity because it emphasizes group member similarity and is often higher in homogenous communities where people share similar backgrounds and experiences. This can make it difficult for individuals who do not fit into the dominant group to feel included and valued within the community.

Question 10

Knowledge of and respect for the culture in which one is working,supportive relationships in that culture and in one's own culture,personal awareness,and "informed curiosity and humility" have been suggested for community psychologists as characteristics of

Accepted Answer

The characteristics mentioned, such as respect for culture, supportive relationships, personal awareness, informed curiosity, and humility, are all important aspects of cultural competence. Community psychologists are encouraged to possess cultural competence in order to effectively address the needs of diverse communities. Therefore, the best choice is C) cultural competence.

Question 11

Martha's sexual orientation is heterosexual,and she has always been able to speak openly with friends about her sexuality.Susan is a lesbian.She spent her teen years trying to understand and accept her orientation,and still is very careful in talking about her sexuality.In terms of the liberation perspective,what does Martha have that Susan does not?

Accepted Answer

Martha has unearned privilege because she is heterosexual and does not face discrimination or societal challenges associated with being a member of the LGBTQ+ community. On the other hand, Susan is likely more aware of and actively fighting against societal oppression related to her sexual orientation. Therefore, Martha has a level of privilege that Susan does not have.

Question 12

Sam seldom worries about his personal safety;his neighborhood is safe for men even late at night.Sue always performs a few simple checks in her car and her apartment to make sure that she is safe,because she has had friends who were victims of crime.In terms of the liberation perspective,what does Sam have that Sue does not?

Accepted Answer

Sam has unearned privilege, meaning he benefits from societal structures that give him safer neighborhoods and less fear of violence based on his gender. Sue, on the other hand, likely has more awareness of the potential dangers and takes precautions to ensure her safety as a result of her experiences and lack of privilege.

Question 13

In an oppressive system,members of the privileged group:

Accepted Answer

In an oppressive system, members of the privileged group may not recognize their privilege, as it is often invisible to them. This is due to systemic biases and structures that are deeply ingrained in society. It is important to educate and raise awareness among privileged groups to help them understand their position in the system, and work towards creating a more equitable society.

Question 14

In the liberation perspective,to dismantle sexism,____ the opponent to be defeated.

Accepted Answer

In the liberation perspective, sexism is seen as a result of the oppressive system of patriarchy, which privileges men and disadvantages women. Therefore, to dismantle sexism, both the oppressive system of patriarchy and the benefits men receive from it need to be dismantled. Choice D includes both options, making it the best choice.

Question 15

Studies of workplace leaders indicate that ___ resist assertive leadership by women.

Accepted Answer

Studies have shown that both men and women can resist assertive leadership by women, reflecting broader societal biases and stereotypes about gender roles and leadership styles.

Question 16

Studies (cited in Chapter 7)of Puerto Ricans in New York City,Latin American immigrants in Washington,D.C. ,and Russian Jewish teens who had immigrated to the U.S. ,found that when compared to other acculturative strategies,

Accepted Answer

The answer of Studies (cited in Chapter 7)of Puerto Ricans...

Question 17

The goal of action based on the liberation perspective is:

Accepted Answer

The liberation perspective aims to remake society without roles of oppressor and oppressed. The other options either advocate for exchanging roles or not attempting to change society at all.

Question 18

When members of a subordinated group are persuaded to believe that they really are inferior,what is occurring?

Accepted Answer

When members of a subordinated group are persuaded to believe that they are inferior, they start believing in internalized oppression. It is a form of self-prejudice where members of the disadvantaged group start believing in the negative stereotypes associated with their group, resulting in lowered self-esteem and a distorted sense of self-worth.

Question 19

In a community program,hiring staff from the ethnic or cultural group of the community,and providing materials or publicity presented in the language of the community,all involve:

Accepted Answer

Surface structure refers to the observable aspects of a program, such as hiring staff from the community's ethnic or cultural group and providing materials in the community's language, to make it more relatable and accessible to the community.

Question 20

Concepts of oppression and liberation offer ways to understand differences in ____ between populations,which purely cultural concepts (such as individualism-collectivism)cannot.

Accepted Answer

Concepts of oppression and liberation are related to power dynamics, which cannot be understood solely through cultural concepts like values or surface structure. Oppression refers to the systematic and institutionalized mistreatment of a particular group by those in power, while liberation refers to the process of ending that mistreatment and enabling equal access to resources and opportunities. These concepts go beyond individual beliefs or behaviors and involve larger societal structures and power imbalances.

Quiz 7: Understanding Human Diversity

Resistance to assertive women leaders in workplaces suggests that what is involved?

In an oppressive system,the group with more power is termed _ ,while the group with less power is termed _ .

A dominant group in an oppressive system often uses which resources below to maintain their power?

A limitation of the liberation perspective is that:

Which acculturative strategy is most psychologically adaptive depends on:

Examples of oppressive systems include:

A dominant group in an oppressive system often uses which resources below to maintain their power?

___________ can come into conflict with diversity because it tends to emphasize group member similarity and appears to be higher in homogenous communities.

Knowledge of and respect for the culture in which one is working,supportive relationships in that culture and in one's own culture,personal awareness,and "informed curiosity and humility" have been suggested for community psychologists as characteristics of

In an oppressive system,members of the privileged group:

In the liberation perspective,to dismantle sexism,____ the opponent to be defeated.

Studies of workplace leaders indicate that ___ resist assertive leadership by women.

Studies (cited in Chapter 7) of Puerto Ricans in New York City,Latin American immigrants in Washington,D.C. ,and Russian Jewish teens who had immigrated to the U.S. ,found that when compared to other acculturative strategies,

The goal of action based on the liberation perspective is:

When members of a subordinated group are persuaded to believe that they really are inferior,what is occurring?

In a community program,hiring staff from the ethnic or cultural group of the community,and providing materials or publicity presented in the language of the community,all involve:

Concepts of oppression and liberation offer ways to understand differences in ____ between populations,which purely cultural concepts (such as individualism-collectivism) cannot.