Question 1

Which of the following best describes a minority group in sociology?

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A group that experiences discrimination and has less power than the dominant group

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A group that can hold the majority of wealth and power

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A group that is defined only by race

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A group that is always smaller in number than the dominant group

Question 2

What is one common characteristic of minority groups?

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They often share a unique cultural identity

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They are always the smallest demographic in society

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They have higher average incomes than the majority group

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They have more political power than the dominant group

Question 3

Which term describes the unfair treatment of individuals based on their membership in a minority group?

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Discrimination

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Integration

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Pluralism

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Assimilation

Question 4

Which of the following best defines the term 'ethnicity'?

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A shared cultural heritage or group identity based on common traits

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A physical characteristic unique to a group

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An economic class in society

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A legal status in a country

Question 5

What is the primary focus of social movements aimed at supporting minority groups?

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To advocate for equality and social justice

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To maintain the status quo

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To encourage isolation from the dominant culture

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To promote one group over another

Question 6

Which concept refers to the belief that one's own culture is superior to others?

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Ethnocentrism

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Globalism

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Cultural relativism

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Multiculturalism

Question 7

What does the term 'stereotype' refer to in the context of minority groups?

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An oversimplified and generalized belief about a particular group of people

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A legal recognition of a minority group's rights

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A detailed and accurate representation of a culture

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A practice that promotes understanding between cultures

Question 8

What is a major consequence of systemic racism on minority groups?

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It leads to social and economic inequalities

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It promotes equal opportunities for all

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It has no significant impact on society

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It always results in positive outcomes for minority groups

Question 9

What term is used to describe prejudice and discrimination against people based on their ethnicity?

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Racism

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Classism

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Ageism

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Sexism

Question 10

Which of the following best describes a 'social minority'?

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A group with less power or representation in society

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A group that is larger in number than the majority

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Any group that shares the same interests

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A group that is always oppressed

Question 11

What is the term for cultural differences that exist within a single country or society?

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Cultural diversity

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Cultural assimilation

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Cultural monolith

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Cultural imperialism

Question 12

What term describes the social and economic advantages that are enjoyed by the dominant group in society?

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Privilege

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Discrimination

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Equity

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Stereotyping

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