Question 1

A sociologist argues that the capitalist ruling class is willing to tolerate high rates of illegal immigration because these immigrants serve as a cheap labor pool.This sociologist is most likely to draw upon

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The sociologist is arguing that the ruling capitalist class is exploiting the cheap labor pool of illegal immigrants. Therefore, they are drawing upon exploitation theory which focuses on how those in power exploit those who are marginalized or have less power. The other options are not relevant to the argument being made.

Question 2

The belief that the U.S.was a "melting pot," which became very compelling in the first part of the twentieth century,suggested that the nation had an almost divine mission to produce

Accepted Answer

B

Question 3

Which of the following has identified three functions that racially prejudiced beliefs have for the dominant group-one being that they provide a moral justification for maintaining an unequal society that routinely deprives a minority group of its rights and privileges?

Accepted Answer

D

Question 4

A farmer is called to help sandbag a levy that is about to flood his town.The farmer is stationed between two correctional center inmates who are required to assist in the flood-control efforts.As a result of this experience,the farmer has developed a newfound respect for inmates.This example would be consistent with which perspective?

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The interactionist perspective emphasizes how individuals and groups interact and interpret their experiences in order to create and maintain social order. In this example, the interaction between the farmer and the inmates leads to a change in the farmer's attitude towards inmates, indicating the importance of these interactions in shaping individual perspectives.

Question 5

An approach to racism that emphasizes how racism keeps minorities in low-paying jobs,thereby supplying the capitalist ruling class with a pool of cheap labor,is based on the work of which classical theorist?

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This approach is based on the work of Karl Marx, who argued that the ruling class would want to keep minorities in low-paying jobs in order to have a source of cheap labor. This approach emphasizes the role that economic inequality and exploitation play in perpetuating racism.

Question 6

Acts of racial profiling are

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Racial profiling is often initiated by law enforcement officers who make decisions based on a person's race or ethnicity rather than their behavior or actions. While there are laws that prohibit racial profiling, it is still a prevalent issue in many communities. The American public is divided on the issue, with some supporting racial profiling as a necessary measure for national security and others opposing it as a form of discrimination. Law enforcement officials are also divided on the issue, with some acknowledging the problems with racial profiling and others defending it as an effective tactic for crime prevention.

Question 7

Which sociologist suggested that interracial coalitions would most likely reduce racial and ethnic stereotyping and prejudice?

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Question 8

Exploitation theory is a

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Exploitation theory is a Marxist theory that sees racial subordination in the United States as a reflection of the class system that is inherent in capitalist societies. Marxism sees capitalists as exploiting workers for profit, creating a system of inequality and domination. In this view, racial and ethnic groups are divided into classes, with some groups dominating and exploiting others for economic gain. Thus, the exploitation theory sees race as a tool for maintaining the capitalist system and exploiting workers.

Question 9

A White male lawyer mentors a young female Latina lawyer.According to the contact hypothesis,this situation would

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The contact hypothesis suggests that increased contact between members of different groups can decrease stereotypes and prejudice. In this scenario, the White male lawyer and young Latina lawyer are able to interact closely and work together, which could lead to a decrease in prejudice on both sides. Therefore, choice B is the best answer.

Question 10

Expulsion refers to the process of

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Expulsion refers to the act of forcibly removing a group of people from a territory or area, often as a result of political or ethnic conflict.

Question 11

The practice of assuming that people who fit certain descriptions are likely to be engaged in illegal activities is referred to as

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Racial profiling is the act of assuming that individuals who fit certain racial or ethnic descriptions are more likely to be engaged in criminal activities. This is a controversial practice that has been criticized for perpetuating stereotypes and discrimination against minority populations.

Question 12

Expulsion is illustrated by

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Expulsion refers to the act of forcing a group of people out of a certain area or country. The expulsion of over 10,000 ethnic Roma by France in recent years is a clear example of this. The other options such as the killing of Native Americans and intermarriage do not fully illustrate the concept of expulsion.

Question 13

Recent Chinese immigrants to the U.S.often find jobs working in sweatshops in New York City's Chinatown,where they work 16 or more hours a day in the garment industry,earning less than minimum wage.The big businesses that hire these illegal and often uninformed immigrants illustrate

Accepted Answer

The description of Chinese immigrants working in sweatshops and earning less than minimum wage illustrates exploitation theory, which suggests that those in power take advantage of those with less power and resources.

Question 14

In Australia,when Aborigines become part of the dominant society but then refuse to acknowledge their darker-skinned grandparents on the street,they are practicing the process of

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Assimilation is the process by which a minority group adopts the values, beliefs, and norms of the dominant group and ceases to exist as a separate cultural entity. In this scenario, the Aborigines who refuse to acknowledge their darker-skinned grandparents on the street are rejecting their own cultural heritage and assimilating into the dominant society. Amalgamation is the process by which two or more groups merge into a new entity. Labeling refers to the process of describing, interpreting, and classifying a group or individual based on their characteristics. Exploitation refers to taking advantage of a group or individual for personal gain.

Question 15

In 1979,Vietnam expelled nearly one million ethnic ________,partly as a result of centuries of hostilities between the two countries.

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Vietnam expelled nearly one million ethnic Chinese. This was partly due to longstanding tensions between the two countries, as well as the Chinese government's support of the Khmer Rouge regime in neighboring Cambodia.

Question 16

Genocide refers to the process of

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Genocide refers to the intentional and systematic destruction of a racial, ethnic, or national group. This destruction can be through killing or causing serious harm to the group's physical, mental, and cultural integrity. Options A, B, and D do not accurately define genocide.

Question 17

Amalgamation refers to the process of

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Question 18

The contact hypothesis

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The contact hypothesis proposes that increased interaction and communication between members of different groups, particularly if they are of equal status, can reduce prejudice and stereotypes. It is not a Marxist theory but rather a social psychology theory. It also does not provide moral support for apartheid, which was a system of racial segregation and discrimination in South Africa.

Question 19

A Colombian woman and an Italian man,working together as members of a construction crew,overcome their initial prejudices and come to appreciate each other's talents and strengths.This is an example of

Accepted Answer

The situation described fits the contact hypothesis, which suggests that bringing individuals from different groups into contact with each other can reduce prejudices and lead to positive relationships.

Question 20

Which sociological perspective views the economic structure as a central factor in the exploitation of minority groups?

Accepted Answer

The conflict perspective considers the economic structure as the root cause of social inequality and exploitation. It focuses on the struggle between dominant and minority groups for control over resources, with the dominant group maintaining its power by exploiting the labor and resources of the minority group. Therefore, it is the best perspective to answer this question.

Quiz 32: Sociological Perspectives on Race and Ethnicity