Race and Ethnicity

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What is the primary determinant of race?

  1. Skin color

  2. Ethnicity

  3. Culture

  4. Religion


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Race is primarily determined by physical characteristics, such as skin color, hair texture, and facial features.

What is the difference between race and ethnicity?

  1. Race is based on physical characteristics, while ethnicity is based on cultural characteristics.

  2. Race is based on ancestry, while ethnicity is based on culture.

  3. Race is a social construct, while ethnicity is a biological construct.

  4. Race is determined by genetics, while ethnicity is determined by environment.


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Race is a social construct that is based on physical characteristics, such as skin color, hair texture, and facial features. Ethnicity is a cultural construct that is based on shared cultural characteristics, such as language, religion, and customs.

How many races are there?

  1. 2

  2. 3

  3. 4

  4. 5


Correct Option:
Explanation:

The number of races is a matter of debate. Some scholars argue that there are only two races, while others argue that there are three, four, or even five races. There is no scientific consensus on this issue.

What is the largest racial group in the world?

  1. White

  2. Black

  3. Asian

  4. Hispanic


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Asians are the largest racial group in the world, accounting for approximately 60% of the global population.

What is the most common ethnicity in the world?

  1. Han Chinese

  2. Indian

  3. Spanish

  4. English


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Han Chinese is the most common ethnicity in the world, with over 1.4 billion people.

What is the difference between racism and prejudice?

  1. Racism is a system of oppression, while prejudice is an individual attitude.

  2. Racism is based on power, while prejudice is not.

  3. Racism is harmful, while prejudice is not.

  4. Racism is illegal, while prejudice is not.


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Racism is a system of oppression that gives advantages to one racial group over another. Prejudice is an individual attitude or belief that one racial group is superior to another.

What are some of the consequences of racism?

  1. Discrimination

  2. Poverty

  3. Health problems

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Racism can lead to discrimination, poverty, health problems, and a variety of other negative consequences.

What can be done to combat racism?

  1. Education

  2. Advocacy

  3. Policy change

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

There are a variety of things that can be done to combat racism, including education, advocacy, and policy change.

What is the future of race and ethnicity?

  1. Race and ethnicity will become less important.

  2. Race and ethnicity will become more important.

  3. Race and ethnicity will remain the same.

  4. It is impossible to predict the future of race and ethnicity.


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The future of race and ethnicity is uncertain. Some scholars believe that race and ethnicity will become less important in the future, while others believe that they will become more important. It is impossible to say for sure what the future holds.

What is the difference between assimilation and integration?

  1. Assimilation is the process of becoming similar to the majority culture, while integration is the process of maintaining one's own culture while also participating in the majority culture.

  2. Assimilation is the process of becoming part of the majority culture, while integration is the process of becoming a citizen of the country.

  3. Assimilation is the process of learning the language and customs of the majority culture, while integration is the process of becoming friends with people from the majority culture.

  4. Assimilation is the process of changing one's name to a name that is more common in the majority culture, while integration is the process of changing one's religion to the religion of the majority culture.


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Assimilation is the process of becoming similar to the majority culture. This can involve adopting the language, customs, and values of the majority culture. Integration is the process of maintaining one's own culture while also participating in the majority culture.

What are some of the challenges faced by immigrants?

  1. Language barriers

  2. Cultural differences

  3. Discrimination

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Immigrants face a variety of challenges, including language barriers, cultural differences, and discrimination.

What are some of the benefits of immigration?

  1. Economic growth

  2. Cultural diversity

  3. Innovation

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Immigration can have a number of benefits, including economic growth, cultural diversity, and innovation.

What is the difference between a refugee and an asylum seeker?

  1. Refugees have fled their country due to persecution, while asylum seekers are seeking protection from persecution.

  2. Refugees have been granted asylum, while asylum seekers are still waiting for a decision on their asylum application.

  3. Refugees are from developing countries, while asylum seekers are from developed countries.

  4. Refugees are fleeing war, while asylum seekers are fleeing natural disasters.


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Refugees have fled their country due to persecution, while asylum seekers are seeking protection from persecution. Refugees have been granted asylum, while asylum seekers are still waiting for a decision on their asylum application.

What is the difference between a stateless person and a citizen?

  1. Stateless people do not have a nationality, while citizens do.

  2. Stateless people cannot travel, while citizens can.

  3. Stateless people cannot vote, while citizens can.

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Stateless people do not have a nationality, cannot travel, cannot vote, and are often denied access to basic services.

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