Questions and Answers
In the United States, which race would be considered the dominant group?
Which of the following is an example of racial steering?
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:
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Max believes that most people's racial beliefs are based on images conveyed in popular media. Max's perspective is:
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The term discrimination is defined as:
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Speedy Gonzalez is widely considered an inappropriate stereotype. This is a product of:
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When Alexander, who is white, drives over the speed limit and gets a warning, while Christopher, who is Hispanic, gets a ticket, this is an example of:
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President Franklin D. Roosevelt's executive order 9066 is an example of:
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The term segregation is defined as:
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In 2010, what did controversial Senate Bill 1070 propose?
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Arizona Senate Bill 1070 was aimed widely at those of:
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Angela believes that race relations in America are poor because the white ruling class has enacted various laws to keep other racial groups from achieving equality. With which sociological perspective does her view align?
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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 is an example of:
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Asad's first-grade class is diverse. How would you describe Asad's class?
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The term assimilation is defined as:
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Cedric's uncle believes that racism and discrimination have positively impacted society for the dominant group. Which sociological perspective is this?
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Which of the following is NOT an example of a stereotype?
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The majority of American citizens are descendants of immigrants.
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Study Notes
Dominant Groups and Race in the U.S.
- The dominant racial group in the United States is White.
- Hispanic is not considered the dominant group.
Racial Steering
- Racial steering refers to real estate agents directing white clients to certain neighborhoods while directing non-white clients to different areas.
Social Construction of Race
- Race is not biologically identifiable but is shaped by social perceptions and media representations.
Scapegoat Theory
- Adolf Hitler's blaming of Germany's problems on Jews exemplifies the scapegoat theory, where a group is unfairly blamed for societal issues.
Symbolic Interactionism
- Max's belief that racial views are influenced by media aligns with the symbolic interactionist perspective.
Definition of Discrimination
- Discrimination is defined as prejudiced action against a group of people, not merely biased thoughts.
Culture of Prejudice
- The portrayal of characters like Speedy Gonzalez reflects the culture of prejudice, which perpetuates negative stereotypes through media.
White Privilege
- The disparity in treatment by law enforcement, where a white driver receives leniency compared to a Hispanic driver for similar offenses, highlights white privilege.
Expulsion
- Executive Order 9066, leading to the internment of Japanese Americans, serves as an example of expulsion based on ethnicity.
Segregation
- Segregation is the physical separation of groups, affecting where individuals live, work, and socialize.
Arizona Senate Bill 1070
- Proposed allowing Arizona police to verify immigration status during lawful stops, sparking protests and legal challenges, primarily targeting individuals of Mexican descent.
Conflict Theory
- Angela's view that the ruling class enacts laws to maintain racial inequality is aligned with conflict theory in sociology.
Model Minority
- Asian Americans are often stereotyped as a "model minority," representing perceived success compared to other racial groups.
Loving v. Virginia (1967)
- This Supreme Court case legalized interracial marriage, representing a significant step toward racial amalgamation.
Pluralistic Society
- Asad's diverse first-grade class, containing students from various countries, exemplifies a pluralistic society.
Assimilation
- Assimilation refers to the process by which minority groups adopt the characteristics of the dominant culture.
Functionalism in Racism
- Cedric's uncle supports the view that racism benefits the dominant group, reflecting a functionalist perspective on social issues.
Understanding Stereotypes
- Assuming characteristics based on race, such as believing all Asians excel at math, constitutes stereotyping, while other behaviors listed do not fit this definition.
Immigration in America
- The majority of American citizens are descendants of immigrants, showcasing the diverse heritage of the nation.
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Test your knowledge with flashcards from Sociology Chapter 11. This chapter focuses on race, ethnicity, and related social dynamics in the United States. Review key concepts such as dominant groups and examples of racial steering.
