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In the United States, which would be considered the dominant group?
In the United States, which would be considered the dominant group?
Which of the following is an example of racial steering?
Which of the following is an example of racial steering?
According to the social construction of race school of thought, race is:
According to the social construction of race school of thought, race is:
Adolf Hitler blaming Germany's pre-war problems on the Jewish population is an example of:
Adolf Hitler blaming Germany's pre-war problems on the Jewish population is an example of:
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Max believes that most people's racial beliefs are based on images conveyed in popular media since many people never meet members of certain races for themselves. Max's perspective is:
Max believes that most people's racial beliefs are based on images conveyed in popular media since many people never meet members of certain races for themselves. Max's perspective is:
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The term discrimination is described as:
The term discrimination is described as:
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Speedy Gonzalez is a popular cartoon character, but is widely considered an inappropriate stereotype. Many children are raised watching Speedy Gonzalez cartoons, unaware that such stereotypes are negative. This is a product of:
Speedy Gonzalez is a popular cartoon character, but is widely considered an inappropriate stereotype. Many children are raised watching Speedy Gonzalez cartoons, unaware that such stereotypes are negative. This is a product of:
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When Alexander, who is white, drives his car over the speed limit, a police officer lets him off with a warning. When Christopher, who is Hispanic, drives his car at the same speed as Alexander on the same road, the officer gives him a ticket, even though his record is clean. This is an example of:
When Alexander, who is white, drives his car over the speed limit, a police officer lets him off with a warning. When Christopher, who is Hispanic, drives his car at the same speed as Alexander on the same road, the officer gives him a ticket, even though his record is clean. This is an example of:
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President Franklin D. Roosevelt's executive order 9066, which authorized the establishment of internment camps for anyone with as little as 1/8 Japanese ancestry following Pearl Harbor, is an example of:
President Franklin D. Roosevelt's executive order 9066, which authorized the establishment of internment camps for anyone with as little as 1/8 Japanese ancestry following Pearl Harbor, is an example of:
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The term segregation is defined as:
The term segregation is defined as:
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In 2010, what did controversial Bill 1070 propose, causing a series of protests and legal battles?
In 2010, what did controversial Bill 1070 propose, causing a series of protests and legal battles?
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Arizona Senate Bill 1070, often referred to colloquially as the 'papers please' law, was widely aimed at those of:
Arizona Senate Bill 1070, often referred to colloquially as the 'papers please' law, was widely aimed at those of:
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Angela believes that race relations in the US are poor because the white ruling class has enacted various laws and regulations to keep other racial groups from achieving equality. With which sociological perspective does Angela's view best align?
Angela believes that race relations in the US are poor because the white ruling class has enacted various laws and regulations to keep other racial groups from achieving equality. With which sociological perspective does Angela's view best align?
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Which group within the United States has been stereotyped as the model minority?
Which group within the United States has been stereotyped as the model minority?
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1967's Supreme Court case Loving v. Virginia, a case which legally allowed interracial marriage, is an example of:
1967's Supreme Court case Loving v. Virginia, a case which legally allowed interracial marriage, is an example of:
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Asad's first grade class is diverse: there are two students from Korea, five students from South Africa, two students from the United States, three students from Kuwait, a student from Mexico, two students from England, and five students from western Europe. Asad's class is:
Asad's first grade class is diverse: there are two students from Korea, five students from South Africa, two students from the United States, three students from Kuwait, a student from Mexico, two students from England, and five students from western Europe. Asad's class is:
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The term assimilation is defined as:
The term assimilation is defined as:
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Cedric's uncle believes that racism and discrimination have made a positive impact on society, but only in the lives of those who are members of the dominant group. Which sociological perspective is Cedric's uncle coming from?
Cedric's uncle believes that racism and discrimination have made a positive impact on society, but only in the lives of those who are members of the dominant group. Which sociological perspective is Cedric's uncle coming from?
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Which of the following is NOT an example of a stereotype?
Which of the following is NOT an example of a stereotype?
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True or false: The majority of American citizens are descendants of immigrants.
True or false: The majority of American citizens are descendants of immigrants.
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The racial term 'African American' can refer to:
The racial term 'African American' can refer to:
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What is one defining feature of a minority group?
What is one defining feature of a minority group?
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Ethnicity describes shared:
Ethnicity describes shared:
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Which is an example of a numerical majority being treated as a subordinate group?
Which is an example of a numerical majority being treated as a subordinate group?
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Scapegoat theory shows that:
Scapegoat theory shows that:
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Stereotypes can be based on:
Stereotypes can be based on:
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What is discrimination?
What is discrimination?
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Which of the following is the best explanation of racism as a social fact?
Which of the following is the best explanation of racism as a social fact?
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As a Caucasian in the United States, being reasonably sure that you will be dealing with authority figures of the same race as you is a result of:
As a Caucasian in the United States, being reasonably sure that you will be dealing with authority figures of the same race as you is a result of:
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Speedy Gonzalez is an example of:
Speedy Gonzalez is an example of:
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Which intergroup relation displays the least tolerance?
Which intergroup relation displays the least tolerance?
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What doctrine justified legal segregation in the South?
What doctrine justified legal segregation in the South?
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Which intergroup relation is represented by the 'salad bowl' metaphor?
Which intergroup relation is represented by the 'salad bowl' metaphor?
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Amalgamation is represented by the ____________ metaphor.
Amalgamation is represented by the ____________ metaphor.
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What makes Native Americans unique as a subordinate group in the United States?
What makes Native Americans unique as a subordinate group in the United States?
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Many Arab Americans face _________.
Many Arab Americans face _________.
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Why did most white ethnic Americans come to the United States?
Why did most white ethnic Americans come to the United States?
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Amalgamation is the process by which a minority individual or group takes on the characteristics of the dominant culture.
Amalgamation is the process by which a minority individual or group takes on the characteristics of the dominant culture.
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Assimilation is the process by which a minority group and majority group combine to form a new group.
Assimilation is the process by which a minority group and majority group combine to form a new group.
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Racial profiling is the use by law enforcement of race alone to determine whether to stop and detain someone.
Racial profiling is the use by law enforcement of race alone to determine whether to stop and detain someone.
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Study Notes
Dominant Group in the U.S.
- The dominant racial group in the United States is White.
Racial Steering
- An example of racial steering includes real estate agents directing White clients to specific neighborhoods while directing non-White clients to others.
Social Construction of Race
- According to the social construction of race, race is not biologically identifiable.
Scapegoat Theory
- Adolf Hitler's blame of pre-war problems on the Jewish population exemplifies scapegoat theory, where dominant groups blame subordinate groups for their issues.
Media Influence
- Max's view reflects symbolic interactionism, emphasizing that racial beliefs are influenced by media representations, as many individuals do not interact with diverse races.
Discrimination Definition
- Discrimination is defined as prejudiced actions against a group of people.
Culture of Prejudice
- The portrayal of characters like Speedy Gonzalez in media highlights the culture of prejudice, negatively influencing children's perceptions.
White Privilege
- A clear example of white privilege is when a White individual receives a warning for speeding while a Hispanic individual is ticketed for the same infraction.
Expulsion in History
- Franklin D. Roosevelt's Executive Order 9066, which led to the internment of Japanese Americans during WWII, is categorized as an expulsion.
Definition of Segregation
- Segregation is the physical separation of two groups in various aspects of life, such as residence and work.
Arizona Senate Bill 1070
- Bill 1070 allowed Arizona police to check immigration status during lawful stops, leading to protests and legal challenges.
Racial Stereotypes
- The Asian American community is often labeled as the "model minority," while various stereotypes surrounding ethnicity and race persist.
Loving v. Virginia Case
- The Supreme Court case Loving v. Virginia (1967) legalized interracial marriage, representing amalgamation in the context of race relations.
Pluralistic Class Environments
- Asad's diverse first-grade class illustrates pluralism, where multiple cultural identities coexist.
Assimilation Process
- Assimilation entails a minority group adopting the dominant culture's characteristics.
Functionalism Perspective on Race
- Cedric's uncle's belief that racism benefits the dominant group aligns with the functionalism perspective.
Defining Minority Groups
- A significant trait of minority groups is their lack of power in comparison to dominant groups.
Characteristics of Ethnicity
- Ethnicity encompasses shared beliefs, language, religion, and other cultural factors.
Historical Subordination
- Blacks in apartheid South Africa exemplify a numerical majority being treated as a subordinate group.
Racism as a Social Fact
- Racism can persist without individual actions, indicating it operates as a social fact.
Racial Profiling
- Racial profiling involves law enforcement stopping and detaining individuals based solely on race, illustrating systemic issues in policing.
Unique Status of Native Americans
- Native Americans are unique as a subordinate group in the U.S. because they did not arrive as immigrants.
Post-9/11 Prejudice
- Many Arab Americans have faced increased Islamophobia, especially following the events of September 11.
Motives for Immigration
- Many White ethnic Americans immigrated to the U.S. seeking better lives and escaping oppression.
Misconceptions of Amalgamation and Assimilation
- It is false to equate amalgamation with minority groups adopting dominant culture traits, as amalgamation refers to blending groups to form a new entity.
Jim Crow Laws
- The Jim Crow doctrine justified legal segregation in the southern United States, promoting systemic racism.
Salad Bowl vs. Melting Pot Metaphors
- Pluralism can be represented by the "salad bowl" metaphor, while amalgamation is best illustrated by the "melting pot" metaphor.
Comprehensive Understanding of Stereotypes
- Stereotypes can emerge from various aspects of identity, including race, ethnicity, and gender.
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Test your knowledge of the themes and concepts covered in Sociology Chapter 11 with these flashcards. This quiz includes questions about dominant groups in the United States and examples of racial steering, providing a comprehensive review of important sociological concepts.
