scapegoat theory
a theory that suggests that the dominant group will displace its unfocused aggression onto a subordinate group
Key Terms
scapegoat theory
a theory that suggests that the dominant group will displace its unfocused aggression onto a subordinate group
sedimentation of racial inequality
the intergenerational impact of de facto and de jure racism that limits the abilities of black people to accumulate wealth
segregation
the physical separation of two groups, particularly in residence, but also in workplace and social
functions
social construction of race
the school of thought that race is not biologically identifiable
stereotypes
oversimplified ideas about groups of people
subordinate group
a group of people who have less power than the dominant group
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| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
scapegoat theory | a theory that suggests that the dominant group will displace its unfocused aggression onto a subordinate group |
sedimentation of racial inequality | the intergenerational impact of de facto and de jure racism that limits the abilities of black people to accumulate wealth |
segregation | the physical separation of two groups, particularly in residence, but also in workplace and social |
social construction of race | the school of thought that race is not biologically identifiable |
stereotypes | oversimplified ideas about groups of people |
subordinate group | a group of people who have less power than the dominant group |
white privilege | the benefits people receive simply by being part of the dominant group |
1. The racial term "African American" can refer to: a. a black person living in the United States b. people whose ancestors came to the United States through the slave trade c. a white person who originated in Africa and now lives in the United States d. any of the above | D |
2. What is the one defining feature of a minority group? a. Self-definition b. Numerical minority c. Lack of power d. Strong cultural identity | C |
3. Ethnicity describes shared: a. beliefs b. language c. religion d. any of the above | D |
4. Which of the following is an example of a numerical majority being treated as a subordinate group? a. Jewish people in Germany b. Creoles in New Orleans c. White people in Brazil d. Blacks under apartheid in South Africa | D |
5. Scapegoat theory shows that: a. subordinate groups blame dominant groups for their problems b. dominant groups blame subordinate groups for their problems c. some people are predisposed to prejudice d. all of the above | B |
6. Stereotypes can be based on: a. race b. ethnicity c. gender d. all of the above | D |
7. What is discrimination? a. Biased thoughts against an individual or group b. Biased actions against an individual or group c. Belief that a race different from yours is inferior d. Another word for stereotyping | B |
8. Which of the following is the best explanation of racism as a social fact? a. It needs to be eradicated by laws. b. It is like a magic pill. c. It does not need the actions of individuals to continue. d. None of the above | C |
9. As a Caucasian in the United States, being reasonably sure that you will be dealing with authority figures of the same race as you is a result of: a. intersection theory b. conflict theory c. white privilege d. scapegoating theory | C |
10. Speedy Gonzalez is an example of: a. intersection theory b. stereotyping c. interactionist view d. culture of prejudice | B |
11. Which intergroup relation displays the least tolerance? a. Segregation b. Assimilation c. Genocide d. Expulsion | C |
12. What doctrine justified legal segregation in the South? a. Jim Crow b. Plessey v. Ferguson c. De jure d. Separate but equal | D |
13. What intergroup relationship is represented by the "salad bowl" metaphor? a. Assimilation b. Pluralism c. Amalgamation d. Segregation | B |
14. Amalgamation is represented by the _____________ metaphor. a. melting pot b. Statue of Liberty c. salad bowl d. separate but equal | A |
15. What makes Native Americans unique as a subordinate group in the United States? a. They are the only group that experienced expulsion. b. They are the only group that was segregated. c. They are the only group that was enslaved. d. They are the only group that did not come here as immigrants. | D |
16. Which subordinate group is often referred to as the "model minority?" a. African Americans b. Asian Americans c. White ethnic Americans d. Native Americans | B |
17. Which federal act or program was designed to allow more Hispanic American immigration, not block it? a. The Bracero Program b. Immigration Reform and Control Act c. Operation Wetback d. SB 1070 | A |
18. Many Arab Americans face _______________, especially after 9/11. a. racism b. segregation c. Islamophobia d. prejudice | C |
19. Why did most white ethnic Americans come to the United States? a. For a better life b. To escape oppression c. Because they were forced out of their own countries d. a and b only | D |