quiz 2

How do whites often perceive prejudice compared to blacks?

• As a more significant problem

• As less of a problem

• As an equal problem

• As a non-issue

What is the 'glass ceiling'?

• A metaphor for gender equality

• A type of discrimination against men

• A psychological phenomenon

• A barrier preventing women from advancing in careers

What does the term 'tokenism' refer to?

• Hiring based on qualifications

• Hiring based on group membership

• Promoting diversity in the workplace

• Creating equal opportunities

What is the 'glass cliff' effect?

• A metaphor for gender equality

• A type of discrimination against men

• Choosing women for safe leadership roles

• Choosing women for risky leadership positions

What is the primary emotion underlying prejudice according to some theorists?

• Fear

• Sadness

• Happiness

• Surprise

What does the 'women are wonderful effect' refer to?

• The perception that women are less competent

• The perception that women are more nurturing

• The idea that women are equal to men

• The belief that women should lead

What is the 'shifting standards' phenomenon?

• Evaluating groups based on societal norms

• Using different criteria for different groups

• Changing standards based on personal preference

• Maintaining the same standards for all groups

What is the main focus of social identity theory?

• The importance of individual achievements

• The consequences of group membership

• The role of personal relationships

• The impact of social media

What is the contact hypothesis?

• Contact is irrelevant to social behavior

• Contact has no effect on prejudice

• Contact increases prejudice

• Increased contact reduces prejudice

What is the primary cause of modern racism?

• Cultural misunderstandings

• Open discrimination

• Blatant feelings of superiority

• Subtle beliefs about minorities