Question 1 Determine which of the following diversity theories best...

Question 1

Determine which of the following diversity theories best explains the treatment directed at the young biracial teenage girl described in the opening case.

A) realistic group conflict theory

B) similarity-attraction theory

C) social identity theory

D) social categorization theory

Question 3

Select the statement that does not fit the description of Social Identity Theory.

A) Social Identity Theory explains why individuals choose group memberships.

B) Social Identity Theory explains why individuals create stereotypes.

C) Social Identity Theory explains that social categorization forms the basis of social identity.

D) Social Identity Theory explains why there is conflict when land and money are scarce.

Question 4

The efforts by the University of Guadalajara to empower the Wixárita people and preserve both their culture and their language exemplifies...

A) the modern racism theory

B) the aversive racism theory

C) low social dominance orientation

D) high social dominance orientation

Question 9

Determine the appropriate category for the following statement: "This candidate qualified for the accounting position, but she is biracial. I don't want biracial people in my company because they can't be trusted."

A) prejudice

B) discrimination

C) stereotyping

D) a personal opinion

Question 7

From the perspective of Social Categorization Theory, determine which of the following could be a result of intergroup conflict.

A) intragroup morale may increase

B) intragroup disagreements may increase

C) intergroup empathy may increase

D) intergroup communication may increase

Question 8

The status construction theory would explain that...

A) because resources are limited, the Burmese majority is afraid that Myanmar's ethnic groups will demand more resources and, therefore, they were not invited to welcome the East Asia Summit dignitaries.

B) because there is a correlation between resources and characteristics, the Burmese majority may have developed a subconscious association between Myanmar's ethnic groups' lack of resources and their actual abilities resulting in the latter's exclusion from the welcoming ceremony.

C) race is a self-serving category created to categorize people according to observable characteristics and that the various Myanmar ethnic groups have been racialized by the Burmese majority for the purpose of marginalizing them and excluding them from events such as the East Asia Summit.

D) the Burmese majority is demonstrating high social dominance orientation and therefore must maintain their elevated status by preventing Myanmar's many ethnic groups from having equal representation in the East Asia Summit.

Question 5

The following are components of Social Categorization Theory except...

A) Social categorization is a natural process that serves a functional purpose for people.

B) Social categorization explains why people react as they do in the face of scarcity.

C) Social categorization is a source of the individual's self-concept and self esteem.

D) Social categorization is the grouping of people based on demographic characteristics.

Question 3

Select the statement that does not fit the description of Social Identity Theory.

A) Social Identity Theory explains why individuals choose group memberships.

B) Social Identity Theory explains why individuals create stereotypes.

C) Social Identity Theory explains that social categorization forms the basis of social identity.

D) Social Identity Theory explains why there is conflict when land and money are scarce.

Question 4

The efforts by the University of Guadalajara to empower the Wixárita people and preserve both their culture and their language exemplifies...

A) the modern racism theory

B) the aversive racism theory

C) low social dominance orientation

high social dominance orientation

Question 2

The statement "I don't like my neighbor because he is middle aged and White" reflects...

A) prejudice

B) discrimination

C) stereotyping

D) modern racism