Understanding Ethnicity and Race Concepts

The video discusses the differences between ethnicity and race, highlighting the challenges faced by Hispanics in the U.S. It uses President Obama as an example of complex ethnic identity. The video identifies the three major ethnicities in the U.S.: Hispanic, African American, and Asian American, and explains their geographical distribution. Hispanics are mainly in the Southwest and Florida, African Americans in the South, and Asian Americans in Hawaii, Alaska, and California. The video emphasizes that ethnicities tend to cluster in cities due to economic opportunities.

What is the primary distinction between ethnicity and race?

• Ethnicity is about skin color, while race is about culture.

• Ethnicity is about culture, while race is about skin color.

• Both ethnicity and race are about culture.

• Both ethnicity and race are about skin color.

Why do Hispanics in the U.S. face challenges in identifying their race?

• They are required to identify as Asian.

• They are not allowed to choose 'other' as an option.

• They do not have an ethnicity.

• They are unsure if they should identify as white or black.

Which ethnic backgrounds did President Obama have to consider when identifying his ethnicity?

• African American, Native American, and Asian American

• Caucasian, Hispanic, and Native American

• Caucasian, African American, and Asian American

• African American, Hispanic, and Asian American

Which of the following is NOT one of the three major ethnicities in the U.S.?

• Asian American

• Native American

• African American

• Hispanic

Where is the majority of the Hispanic population located in the U.S.?

• Midwest

• Northwest

• Northeast

• Southwest

What is the primary reason for the clustering of ethnicities in U.S. cities?

• Climate conditions

• Cultural preferences

• Economic opportunities

• Political reasons

Why are African Americans primarily located in the American South?

• Voluntary migration

• Forced migration due to slavery

• Cultural preferences

• Better job opportunities

Which state is NOT a primary location for Asian Americans in the U.S.?

• Alaska

• Texas

• Hawaii

• California

What historical factor contributed to the African American population's presence in the Northeast?

• Cultural migration

• Agricultural decline in the South

• Industrialization

• Political changes

What is a common misconception about the term 'Hispanic'?

• It includes people from all over the world.

• It refers to a specific race.

• It is synonymous with 'Latino'.

• It only refers to people from Mexico.