Understanding Prejudice and Discrimination Review

What is the definition of prejudice as mentioned in the lecture?

• A positive attitude towards a group of people.

• An unjustifiable attitude, usually negative, towards a group of people.

• A neutral attitude towards a group of people.

• A justifiable attitude towards a group of people.

What is the difference between prejudice and discrimination?

• Prejudice is an action, while discrimination is an attitude.

• Prejudice is a belief, while discrimination is an action based on that belief.

• Prejudice and discrimination are the same.

• Discrimination is a belief, while prejudice is an action based on that belief.

What is in-group bias?

• The tendency to favor the out-group over the in-group.

• The tendency to favor the in-group over the out-group.

• The tendency to treat all groups equally.

• The tendency to ignore group differences.

What is the scapegoat theory?

• The theory that prejudice provides an outlet for anger by blaming someone else.

• The theory that prejudice is a result of genetic factors.

• The theory that prejudice is a result of economic factors.

• The theory that prejudice is a result of educational factors.

What is the just world phenomenon?

• The belief that the world is fair and everyone gets what they deserve.

• The belief that the world is unfair and no one gets what they deserve.

• The belief that the world is chaotic and unpredictable.

• The belief that the world is controlled by fate.

What is group polarization?

• When group members' views become more moderate.

• When group members' views become more extreme.

• When group members' views remain unchanged.

• When group members' views become more diverse.

What is the impact of in-group and out-group dynamics on self-esteem and self-image?

• They have no impact on self-esteem and self-image.

• They can negatively impact self-esteem and self-image.

• They always positively impact self-esteem and self-image.

• They only impact self-esteem and self-image in adults.

What did the studies by Dr. Kenneth Clark and Dr. Mamie Clark demonstrate?

• The positive impact of racial segregation on children.

• The negative impact of racial segregation on African-American children.

• The neutral impact of racial segregation on children.

• The positive impact of racial integration on children.

What is an example of overt discrimination?

• Subtle jokes about a group.

• Publicly denying someone a job based on race.

• Having a private bias against a group.

• Ignoring a group in social settings.

What is an example of subtle discrimination?

• Publicly denying someone a job based on race.

• Making a conscious effort to include everyone.

• Avoiding eye contact with someone from a different group.

• Openly supporting equal rights for all.