Cultural Competency Quiz

What is cultural competency?

• A way to teach only about one's own culture

• Ignoring cultural differences

• A one-time training session

• A lifelong process of learning to value and respect all cultures

What is a stereotype?

• A unique characteristic of an individual

• An over-generalized belief about a group

• A type of music

• A scientific theory

What is implicit bias?

• Conscious attitudes and beliefs

• A form of cultural celebration

• Unconscious attitudes and stereotypes

• A type of explicit discrimination

What are microaggressions?

• Everyday slights or insults based on group membership

• Compliments on cultural attire

• Large-scale protests

• A form of cultural appreciation

How can we combat stereotypes in the classroom?

• Encourage fixed mindsets

• Ignore them

• Create identity-safe environments

• Focus only on academic performance

What is one way to address implicit bias?

• Ignore it

• Identify and acknowledge it within ourselves

• Deny its existence

• Blame others for it

What is an example of a microaggression?

• Complimenting a student on their hard work

• Mispronouncing a student's name repeatedly

• Asking a student about their favorite subject

• Praising a student's artistic talent

What is culture?

• A static set of rules

• A type of food

• Learned behaviors and norms

• A form of government

What is one benefit of cultural competency?

• Less diversity in schools

• Increased student engagement

• More homework

• Longer school days

What should educators focus on to become more culturally competent?

• Ignoring cultural differences

• Valuing diversity and self-assessment

• Teaching only traditional subjects

• Only their own culture