Key Concepts in Critical Race Theory

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Match the following key definitions with their correct explanations:

Discourse = Combination of language and practice that produces reality White supremacy = Beneficiaries of systemic colonialism and racism Settler-colonialism = Effort to control territory and shape belonging Privilege = Advantages afforded by group membership or social context

Match the following terms with their descriptions:

Racialized/racially marginalized = Groups deeply excluded from social powers Eurocentrism = Dominance of euro-western ways of knowing Stereotype = Overgeneralization of characteristics of a group Cultures of whiteness = Reproduction of power structures by white individuals

Match the following concepts with their implications:

Narratives of innocence = Claims of non-racist culture in institutions White supremacy = Historical practices that benefit white individuals Discourse = Systems that constrain social possibilities Settler-colonialism = Control over resources beyond state boundaries

Match the following definitions with their corresponding terms:

Privilege = Experience of rights and opportunities due to social context Racialized/racially marginalized = Individuals facing racial exclusion Stereotype = Misconception applied uniformly across a group Cultures of whiteness = Influence of white individuals on knowledge production Signup and view all the answers

Match the following key terms with their contexts:

Eurocentrism = Influencing educational curricula White supremacy = Empowering historical entitlement for white people Settler-colonialism = Defining notions of belonging in a territory Discourse = Shaping societal norms and intelligibility Signup and view all the answers

Match the following concepts with their definitions:

Whiteness = Unmarked category of identity that assumes a default race Cultural Racism = Portrayal of people of color as inherently inferior Systemic Racism = Ongoing structural practices privileging certain skin colors Intersectionality = Interconnected nature of race, class, and gender experiences Signup and view all the answers

Match the following forms of racism with their characteristics:

Individual Racism = Racial discrimination within personal interactions Institutional Racism = Discrimination embedded within organizations and systems Structural Racism = Systematic exclusion across societal structures Cultural Racism = Negative portrayals in media and literature Signup and view all the answers

Match the following terms with their implications:

Whiteness = Creates spaces of affirmation for dominant groups Cultural Racism = Devalues different ethnicities through stereotypes Systemic Racism = Privileges certain groups based on racial differences Intersectionality = Affects how individuals are valued in society Signup and view all the answers

Match the following types of practices with their descriptions:

Neoliberal Practices = Regulated choices of individuals in governance Anti-oppression Practices = Actions that aim to dismantle social injustices Cultural Portrayal = Representation of minorities as savage or primitive Systemic Practices = Ongoing discriminative actions within institutions Signup and view all the answers

Match the following theories with their focus areas:

Systemic Racism = Oppression based on racial differences Cultural Racism = Inferior representations of racial minorities Anti-oppression = Challenging inequalities within institutions Intersectionality = Complex interplay of various social identities Signup and view all the answers

Match the following outcomes with their related concepts:

Whiteness = Perceived as the norm in racial discussions Cultural Racism = Stereotypes perpetuated in cultural narratives Systemic Discrimination = Barriers created by seemingly neutral policies Neoliberalism = Imposition of moral normativity in individual choices Signup and view all the answers

Match the following types of racism with their examples:

Individual = Personal biases against people of color Institutional = Hiring practices that favor certain races Structural = Economic disparities based on race Cultural = Negative images in TV shows and movies Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Key Definitions

Discourse: Systems of knowledge supported by institutions and practice, shaping social possibilities and reality through language and practice.
White Supremacy: Historical and contemporary practices of systemic colonialism, racism, and racial entitlement, benefiting white people.
Settler-Colonialism: Colonialism aimed at controlling territory and resources beyond official boundaries.
Racialized/Marginalized: Social groups experiencing exclusion and limited access to social power, rights, benefits due to race.
Privilege: Benefits experienced due to group membership or social context.
Eurocentrism: Euro-western epistemologies and western ways of knowing dominating curricula and knowledge systems.
Narratives of Innocence: Narratives asserting Canada's creation by white settlers, portraying Canada as non-racist.
Stereotype: Generalizations about a group, attributing similar characteristics to all members regardless of individual differences.
Cultures of Whiteness: White people reproduce power structures, shaping pedagogical practices and knowledge production.
Cultural Racism: Depicting people of color as inferior, savage, and primitive.
Systemic Racism: Ongoing structural and oppressive practices favouring or excluding based on skin colour.
- Individual: Discrimination within interpersonal interactions.
- Institutional: Discrimination within institutions and systems of power.
- Structural/Societal: Discrimination among and across society.
Systemic Discrimination: Neutral policies with exclusionary impact on certain groups (e.g., employment practices).
Intersectionality: The interconnected nature of race, class, gender, and other factors defining how people are valued and experience the world.
Anti-Oppression: Action that challenges social inequalities.
Neoliberalism: Governing through space and regulations, focusing on individual choices and security.

Additional Concepts

Ontology: Philosophical study of being/reality.
Epistemology: Philosophical study of knowledge/how reality is perceived.
Axiological Contingencies: Nature and classification of values.
Empty Signifiers: Symbols without specific meaning varying interpretations.
Signifier/Signified: Symbol and underlying meaning.
Radically Contextual: Multi-layered perspectives considering many factors.
Relationality: Dynamic connections between humans and their environment.
(Political) history of the (physical cultural) present: Past approached using present-day concepts.
Working the Hyphen: Discussing the complexities of relationships between groups.
Positionalities: Individual locations influenced by social identities.
Contrapuntally: Analyzing contrasting perspectives and histories.
Solipsism: Belief only one's own experiences are real.
Totalitarianism: Centralised government controlling every aspect of life.
Panegyrize: Praising someone/something.
Habitus: Unconscious schemes of perception and action.
Cultural Capital: Ability to appropriate knowledge and culture.

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Explore essential definitions related to critical race theory and social justice. This quiz covers concepts such as discourse, privilege, and Eurocentrism, providing insights into the dynamics of race, power, and historical narratives. Test your understanding of these vital topics and their implications in society.