Answer the following statement(s) true (T) or false (F)

1. Colorism refers to opposition to affirmative action.
2. Industrialization and modernization have resulted in a global reduction in ethnic hostilities.
3. Sociologists believe that where there is diversity, there must be inequality.
4. Institutional racism is often more difficult to detect than personal racism.
5. Racism is primarily an American phenomenon.


1. False
2. False
3. False
4. True
5. False

Sociology

You might also like to view...

In the U.S., the highest 20 percent of the nation's income earners get about __________ of the income in the nation

a. 10 percent b. 25 percent c. 50 percent d. 75 percent

Sociology

Boys are raised to express their emotions in physical ways while girls are encouraged to talk about what they feel. This is an example of the _____________________ of gender

a) cultural expectations b) situated knowledge c) strict guidelines d) social norms

Sociology

According to the labeling perspective, which of the following will influence the

application of the deviant label? a. Political affiliation b. Religion c. Education d. Social class

Sociology

The combination of sports and Christianity has usually led to

A. a reaffirmation of the status quo in mainstream sports. B. revolutionary changes in athletes' behaviors. C. a significant increase in injury rates among athletes. D. dramatic decreases in competitive spirit among athletes and coaches.

Sociology