Reference no: EM133528838
Questions
1. _____ is a socially constructed category based on biologically transmitted traits that members of a society deem significant whereas _____ is a socially constructed group based on shared cultural features.
Race; nationality
Race; ethnicity
Ethnicity; race
Nationality; race
2. If a person describes themselves as American because that is where they are born and currently reside, they are referencing _____. If a person describes themselves as American because they share cultural traits with others who are American, they are referencing _____.
race; nationality
nationality; ethnicity
ethnicity; race
ethnicity; nationality
3. A person described as African-American because of the color of their skin is being defined in terms of their _____.
race
ethnicity
nationality
all the above
4. Regarding the establishment of Native identities, the American government and some Native groups would use _____ - which is a measure of the perceived percentage of "Native blood" within a person based on their biological ancestry.
one-drop rule
ethnic origins
blood quantum
3/5ths rule
5. The Bracero Program was _____.
an American law enforcement and military operation that resulted in the forceful removal of Mexicans and Mexican-Americans from the United States following a labor agreement that had been established between the two countries during World War II
a trade agreement that sought to establish better international relationships between the United States, Mexico, and other North and Central American countries through the practice of economic cooperation across national boundries
an attempt by the American government to overthrow the El Salvadorian government and instill officials that would be more apt to promote and support American interests throughout Central and South America
a labor agreement between the United States and Mexico during World War II that would allow Mexicans to work as guest workers within the United States so that the American economy, specifically American agriculture, would remain productive
6. How did the practice of "redlining" cause and contribute to the economic gaps between White and Black Americans in the United States today?
Black Americans who served in the military were unable to take advantage of the G.I. Bill, which made it difficult for Black veterans to attend college and find economic stability after having served in the armed forces.
White Americans were denied State and Federal loans that Black Americans used to increase their rate of homeownership, and even today, owning a home is one of the most valuable financial assets a person can have and leverage for greater economic opportunities.
The value of homes occupied by Black Americans was considerably higher than the value of homes occupied by White Americans even if the houses were similar in size, amenities, and location.
Black Americans were denied State and Federal loans that White Americans used to increase their rate of homeownership, and even today, owning a home is one of the most valuable financial assets a person can have and leverage for greater economic opportunities.
7. Before being perceived as the "model minority," Asian emigrants were often presented as _____.
dangerous, disease-ridden peoples who were a threat to the American way of life
a group who contributed much to the development of American infrastructure
allies in the fight to combat the "Native problem" during the development of the United States
an honorable ethnic group whom were immediately welcomed and courted as immigrants and possible American citizens
8. A person who believes that their country is inherently superior to all others and establishes formal and informal rules that are seen as "protecting" the sanctity of that country from those who come from "inferior" countries is engaging in _____.
ethnocentrism
xenophobia
racism
nationalism
9. A person who believes that people of all races earn their place within society on their own merits despite the fact that members of racial minorities frequently face more barriers to achieving upward social mobility and eliminates programs that are meant to account for these differences in opportunity is engaging in _____.
racism
nationalism
xenophobia
ethnocentrism
10. Elgin says, "I can't believe there are people who eat bugs as part of their diet. That is so unhealthy and gross. What is wrong with them." as he takes a bite of crab that they purchased from their local grocery store. Elgin's judgement of the cultural traits of others according to the standards of his own culture is a form of _____.
ethnocentrism
nationalism
xenophobia
racism