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What is racism?
What is racism?
Racism is discrimination or unfair treatment, based on a person's race. It is the division of people based on physical characteristics such as skin colour. Racism is when a person is regarded as inferior because of the colour of their skin.
What are the four types of racism?
What are the four types of racism?
Historical Racism is based on origins, or where a person comes from. For instance, the Nazis believed that white people of German origin (Aryans) were superior to all other people.
Historical Racism is based on origins, or where a person comes from. For instance, the Nazis believed that white people of German origin (Aryans) were superior to all other people.
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Scientific Racism focuses on physical characteristics of humans, such as brain size. It believes that some races are better and more intelligent than others, and that the 'superior races' need to civilise others.
Scientific Racism focuses on physical characteristics of humans, such as brain size. It believes that some races are better and more intelligent than others, and that the 'superior races' need to civilise others.
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Institutional Racism refers to activities that are meant to protect the advantages of a dominant group.
Institutional Racism refers to activities that are meant to protect the advantages of a dominant group.
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Apartheid in South Africa is an example of institutional racism.
Apartheid in South Africa is an example of institutional racism.
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New racism does not involve scientific theories or beliefs about the inferiority or superiority of certain races.
New racism does not involve scientific theories or beliefs about the inferiority or superiority of certain races.
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New racism includes xenophobia and negative attitudes towards groups with different cultural values.
New racism includes xenophobia and negative attitudes towards groups with different cultural values.
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Study Notes
Racism Defined
- Racism is discrimination or unfair treatment based on a person's race
- Race is the division of people based on physical characteristics like skin color.
- Racism occurs when a person is considered inferior due to skin color.
- Four types of racism exist.
Historical Racism
- Based on a person's origin or where they come from.
- Example: Nazis believed people of German origin (Aryans) were superior.
Scientific Racism
- Focuses on physical characteristics like brain size.
- Belief that some races are smarter than others.
- Belief that certain races need to civilize others.
Institutional Racism
- Activities designed to maintain the dominance of a particular group.
- Example: Apartheid in South Africa, where laws discriminated against black people.
New Racism
- Does not use scientific theories about racial superiority or inferiority.
- Less obvious forms of racism, including:
- Xenophobia (discrimination against immigrants or refugees)
- Negative attitudes toward groups with different cultural values.
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This quiz explores the definitions and types of racism, including historical, scientific, institutional, and new forms. It aims to deepen understanding of how racism manifests and the implications it has on society. Engage with critical concepts and examples to enhance your knowledge on this important topic.
