Race and Ethnicity Key Terms
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What term describes the attitude that leads to adverse actions against subordinate groups?

  • Discrimination
  • Stereotyping
  • Prejudice (correct)
  • Racism
  • Which of the following concepts signifies that differences in racial categories are more significant within groups than between them?

  • Social construction of race (correct)
  • Biological race
  • Cultural assimilation
  • Genetic similarity
  • Which of the following is an example of institutional discrimination?

  • Direct verbal insults in interactions
  • Unequal hiring practices in companies (correct)
  • Refusing service at a restaurant
  • Social exclusion from community events
  • What is the term for the theory that suggests interaction with different racial groups can reduce prejudice?

    <p>Contact hypothesis</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which pattern of intergroup relations involves creating a new race from different ethnic backgrounds?

    <p>Biological assimilation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What sociological perspective argues that men are seen as the proper authority in society?

    <p>Conflict theory</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which amendment abolished slavery in the United States?

    <p>13th Amendment</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What term refers to the fear or hostility toward LGBTQ+ individuals?

    <p>Homophobia</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does gender identity refer to?

    <p>How individuals perceive themselves in relation to gender</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a key characteristic of the glass ceiling phenomenon?

    <p>A barrier that prevents women from advancing in their careers</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What describes the primary focus of feminist theories concerning race?

    <p>Gendered racism faced by women of color</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following best illustrates the interactionist perspective on gender bias?

    <p>The prevalence of gender stereotypes in advertising</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary aim of the current wave of feminism?

    <p>Establishing equal pay for equal work</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Prejudice

    • Prejudice describes the attitude that leads to adverse actions against subordinate groups.

    Within-Group Variation

    • Within-group variation signifies that differences in racial categories are more significant within groups than between them.

    Institutional Discrimination

    • Institutional discrimination occurs when policies or practices within organizations systematically disadvantage certain groups, such as denying loans or hiring opportunities to minority applicants.

    Contact Hypothesis

    • The contact hypothesis suggests that interaction with different racial groups can reduce prejudice by promoting understanding and empathy.

    Amalgamation

    • Amalgamation is a pattern of intergroup relations where a new race is formed from different ethnic backgrounds through intermarriage and blending.

    Functionalist Perspective

    • The functionalist perspective in sociology argues that men occupy positions of authority in society due to their presumed role as providers and protectors.

    13th Amendment

    • The 13th amendment abolished slavery in the United States.

    Homophobia

    • Homophobia refers to the fear or hostility toward individuals who identify as LGBTQ+.

    Gender Identity

    • Gender identity refers to an individual's internal sense of their gender, which may or may not align with the sex they were assigned at birth.

    Invisible Barrier

    • A key characteristic of the glass ceiling phenomenon is an invisible barrier that hinders the advancement of women and minorities into leadership positions despite their qualifications and achievements.

    Intersectionality

    • Feminist theories concerning race prioritize the concept of intersectionality, highlighting how race, class, gender, and other social categories intertwine to create unique experiences of oppression.

    Symbolic Interactionism

    • The interactionist perspective on gender bias can be illustrated by everyday interactions where gender roles and assumptions are reinforced through language, behavior, and social expectations.

    Social Justice

    • The primary aim of the current wave of feminism is to achieve social justice by dismantling systems of oppression that perpetuate inequality based on gender and other social categories.

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    Test your knowledge on key terms related to race, ethnicity, and discrimination. This quiz covers essential social concepts like prejudice, racism, and gender identity, providing a comprehensive understanding of how these terms impact society. Challenge yourself to understand the nuances behind these constructs.

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