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What does Garcia identify as a primary root cause of racism?
What does Garcia identify as a primary root cause of racism?
- Systematic inequalities
- Hatred on race leading to perceived superiority (correct)
- Negative attitudes towards different ethnicities
- Biological differences among races
How does Shelby define the root cause of racism?
How does Shelby define the root cause of racism?
- Cultural misunderstandings
- Systematic inequalities and deeply embedded structures (correct)
- Ineffective communication between races
- Personal biases and prejudices
What critique does Shelby make regarding Garcia's definition of racism?
What critique does Shelby make regarding Garcia's definition of racism?
- It overemphasizes individual prejudice
- It ignores historical contexts
- It lacks focus on biological factors
- It excludes structural elements of racism (correct)
What is the 'infection' model of racism based on?
What is the 'infection' model of racism based on?
According to Shafiei, how does utopian thinking contribute to social organizing?
According to Shafiei, how does utopian thinking contribute to social organizing?
Which of the following statements best summarizes Shelby’s view on racism?
Which of the following statements best summarizes Shelby’s view on racism?
Study Notes
Causes of Racism
- Garcia defines racism as stemming from hatred of certain races, which leads to believing one's own race is superior to others.
- Shelby defines racism as rooted in systematic inequalities and deeply embedded structures that lead to racial discrimination.
- Shelby critiques Garcia's definition by arguing that racist beliefs are essential to racism and that Garcia's definition ignores structural aspects.
The Infection Model of Racism
- The 'infection model' of racism posits that racism spreads like a disease, transmitted through social influences.
Utopian thinking in social and political organizing
- Shafiei argues that utopian thinking is vital for social and political organizing as it envisions a better future, challenges current systems, and motivates people to work towards meaningful social change.
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Description
This quiz explores the different definitions and causes of racism as presented by Garcia and Shelby, along with the infection model of racism. Additionally, it touches on the significance of utopian thinking in social and political organizing for achieving meaningful change. Test your understanding of these critical concepts!
