Ethnicity - patterns & trends in ethnic inequality and difference

Question 1

What is ethnic inequality?

Answer 1

The unequal treatment or perceptions of individuals based on their ethnicity.

Question 2

True or False: Ethnic minorities are often at a disadvantage in terms of employment opportunities.

Answer 2

True

Question 3

Fill in the blank: The ___________ model explains how structural factors contribute to ethnic inequality.

Answer 3

institutional racism

Question 4

What are the three main types of ethnic inequality?

Answer 4

Economic, social, and political inequality.

Question 5

Multiple Choice: Which of the following is a common indicator of ethnic inequality? A) Employment rates B) Weather patterns C) Sports achievements

Answer 5

A) Employment rates

Question 6

What does the term ‘ethnic diversity’ refer to?

Answer 6

The presence of multiple ethnic groups within a society.

Question 7

True or False: Education levels are equal across all ethnic groups.

Answer 7

False

Question 8

What is the ‘glass ceiling’ effect in relation to ethnic minorities?

Answer 8

An invisible barrier preventing ethnic minorities from advancing to higher positions in the workplace.

Question 9

Fill in the blank: ___________ is the process by which ethnic groups adapt to the cultural norms of a dominant society.

Answer 9

Assimilation

Question 10

Multiple Choice: Which ethnic group is often cited as facing significant barriers in the UK job market? A) White British B) Black Caribbean C) Asian Indian

Answer 10

B) Black Caribbean

Question 11

What is the impact of socio-economic status on ethnic inequality?

Answer 11

Socio-economic status can exacerbate inequalities in education, health, and employment opportunities among different ethnic groups.

Question 12

True or False: Ethnic differences in crime rates are solely due to individual behavior.

Answer 12

False

Question 13

What role does government policy play in ethnic inequality?

Answer 13

Government policy can either mitigate or exacerbate ethnic inequalities through legislation and resource allocation.

Question 14

Fill in the blank: ___________ refers to the unfair treatment of individuals based on their ethnicity within legal systems.

Answer 14

Ethnic discrimination

Question 15

Multiple Choice: Which of the following theories focuses on the role of power and privilege in maintaining ethnic inequality? A) Functionalism B) Conflict theory C) Interactionism

Answer 15

B) Conflict theory

Question 16

What is ‘institutional racism’?

Answer 16

Racism that is embedded in the policies and practices of institutions, leading to systemic disadvantage for certain ethnic groups.

Question 17

True or False: Language barriers can contribute to ethnic inequality.

Answer 17

True

Question 18

What does the term ‘multiculturalism’ mean?

Answer 18

A policy or ideology that promotes the coexistence of diverse ethnic groups within a society.

Question 19

Fill in the blank: The ___________ hypothesis suggests that people from different ethnic backgrounds have different levels of access to social networks.

Answer 19

social capital

Question 20

Multiple Choice: Which of the following is a common form of ethnic inequality in health care? A) Equal access B) Discrimination C) Universal coverage

Answer 20

B) Discrimination

Question 21

What is the significance of the term ‘ethnic enclave’?

Answer 21

A geographic area where a particular ethnic group is concentrated, often leading to economic opportunities but also potential isolation.

Question 22

True or False: Ethnic minorities are always overrepresented in poverty statistics.

Answer 22

False

Question 23

What is ‘cultural appropriation’?

Answer 23

The adoption of elements of one culture by members of another culture, often without permission and in a way that can be exploitative.

Question 24

Fill in the blank: ___________ refers to the visible and invisible barriers that prevent ethnic minorities from achieving success.

Answer 24

Barriers to entry

Question 25

Multiple Choice: Which ethnic group has historically faced the most discrimination in the UK? A) Jewish B) Black C) Asian

Answer 25

B) Black

Question 26

What is meant by 'ethnic identity'?

Answer 26

A person's sense of belonging to a particular ethnic group, including shared culture, language, and heritage.

Question 27

True or False: Social mobility is equally accessible to all ethnic groups.

Answer 27

False

Question 28

What is the 'model minority' stereotype?

Answer 28

The perception that certain ethnic groups are more successful than others, which can create unrealistic expectations and ignore systemic issues.

Question 29

Fill in the blank: ___________ is the practice of favoring one ethnic group over others, often seen in hiring practices.

Answer 29

Ethnic favoritism