Ethnicity - ethnicity and inequality Flashcards
What does OCR stand for in the context of A level Sociology?
Oxford, Cambridge and RSA Examinations
True or False: Ethnicity refers only to cultural factors.
False
What are the primary dimensions of inequality discussed in sociology?
Class, gender, and ethnicity
Fill in the blank: The concept of __________ refers to the social groups that share a common cultural heritage.
ethnicity
What is one major reason for ethnic inequality in the labor market?
Discrimination
Multiple Choice: Which theory suggests that ethnic minorities are disadvantaged due to structural inequalities?
Structuralism
What is the term for the statistical measure of the distribution of income among individuals in a population?
Income inequality
True or False: Institutional racism can exist within organizations and institutions.
True
What is the impact of educational attainment on ethnic inequality?
Higher educational attainment generally leads to better job opportunities.
Fill in the blank: __________ refers to the unequal treatment of individuals based on their ethnicity.
Racism
Multiple Choice: Which of the following is a form of direct discrimination?
Refusing to hire someone based on their ethnicity
What does the term ‘model minority’ refer to?
A stereotype that a particular ethnic group is more successful than others.
True or False: All ethnic groups experience inequality in the same way.
False
What does the term ‘intersectionality’ mean in the context of ethnicity and inequality?
It refers to how various forms of social stratification, such as race, gender, and class, overlap.
Fill in the blank: The __________ hypothesis suggests that ethnic minorities may be pushed into low-paying jobs due to lack of opportunities.
dual labor market
Multiple Choice: Which of the following best describes cultural assimilation?
The process where minority groups adopt the customs and attitudes of the dominant culture.
What is the significance of the term ‘white privilege’?
It refers to the societal advantages that white people experience based on their race.
True or False: Ethnic inequality is solely based on economic factors.
False
What are some common barriers faced by ethnic minorities in education?
Language barriers, cultural differences, and discrimination.
Fill in the blank: __________ is the process by which individuals or groups are excluded from the mainstream economy and society.
Marginalization
Multiple Choice: Which sociologist is known for their work on the concept of racialization?
Stuart Hall
What role does media representation play in ethnic inequality?
Media representation can reinforce stereotypes and perpetuate inequality.
True or False: All ethnic groups have the same access to healthcare resources.
False
What is the concept of ‘ethnic enclaves’?
Communities where a particular ethnic group resides, often creating a supportive environment.
