Which of the following describes stereotype threat?
a) Female college students are encouraged to pursue careers in nursing.
b) Female college students are encouraged to pursue careers in chemistry.
c) Male college students are encouraged to pursue careers in math.
d) Male college students are encouraged to pursue careers in languages.
ANS: a
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_________ refers to an emotional, rigid attitude toward the members of a subordinate group
a. Discrimination b. Emotion c. Prejudice d. Predisposition e. Emotional illness
Psychological theories of suicide assume that suicide comes from
a) a defect in the person. b) poor food and environmental pollution. c) genetic factors. d) major social problems.
Urbanization has had several effects on the organization of black religion. Which of the following is NOT among those effects?
a. The church became more secular. b. Many middle-class blacks became members of Presbyterian, Episcopalian, and Congregational churches. c. Storefront churches grew in number and popularity. d. The church became more important in the lives of blacks.
Men tend to be more involved than women in religious organizations.
Answer the following statement true (T) or false (F)