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Ethnic Groups

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Which of the following best defines an ethnic group?

A group of people with the same nationality and language

A group of people with the same religion and language

A group of people with similar physical features

A group of people who share common history, customs, and identity (correct)

What is one difficulty in studying ethnicity and education?

Deciding who to include in an ethnic group (correct)

Identifying the common history of an ethnic group

Determining the physical features of an ethnic group

Understanding the language and religion of an ethnic group

How are ethnic groups and social classes similar?

They both have common history and identity (correct)

They both have the same language and religion

They both share physical features

They both determine educational achievement

What is culture in the context of ethnic groups?

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Why is it a mistake to think of ethnic groups as always being defined by physical features?

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Ethnic Groups

An ethnic group is a group of people who share a common identity, culture, and history, often tied to a specific geographic location or ancestry.

Challenges in Studying Ethnicity and Education

One difficulty in studying ethnicity and education is that ethnic groups are not fixed or static, and individuals may identify with multiple ethnic groups or shift their identities over time.

Ethnic groups and social classes are similar in that both involve a sense of shared identity and shared experiences, and both can be used to exclude or include individuals from certain groups or opportunities.

Culture and Ethnic Groups

Culture in the context of ethnic groups refers to the shared customs, traditions, language, and values that are passed down through generations and that define a group's identity.

Avoiding Stereotypes

It is a mistake to think of ethnic groups as always being defined by physical features, as ethnicity is a complex and multifaceted identity that cannot be reduced to superficial characteristics.

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Test your knowledge on ethnic groups, their history, customs, and identity with this informative quiz. Explore the importance of ethnic groups and their impact on society.