Jim Crow laws were a form of ______ that established rigid lines between African Americans and Whites, mandating unequal access to such services as public transportation, public schools, and drinking fountains.

A. colorism
B. discrimination
C. stereotypes
D. affirmative action


B. discrimination

Sociology

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Indicate whether the statement is true or false

Sociology

According to a nationally representative survey of 15,735 health care consumers in 12 countries, people living in __________ are among those least satisfied with their system of health care

a. the United States b. Brazil c. China d. France

Sociology

The ________ reflects the cultural values and social norms that impact Asian professionals' interactions with others

a. bamboo ceiling b. yellow peril c. model minority image d. tendency to act White

Sociology

According to the sociologist Edwin Sutherland's rational choice theory of deviance, people learn the necessary techniques and the motives, drives, rationalizations, and attitudes of deviant behavior from people with whom they affiliate

a. True b. False Indicate whether the statement is true or false

Sociology