Chapter 4: Diversity

Question 1

Identity and diversity

Answer 1

1. Identity comes from how you define yourself and how others define you
2. The differences in people can bring people closer together or create tensions and challenges

Question 2

Nationality

Answer 2

1. Nationality involves a sense of belonging and sharing common experiences
2. Expressions of national identity can be reflected through lifestyle choices

Question 3

Race and Ethnicity

Answer 3

1. The practices and beliefs shape our way of life
2. Race refers to the classification of people according to physical characteristics that are biological
3. Ethnicity refers to one’s ancestry, cultural practices, language ,customs , food, and dressing

Question 4

Define Religion

Answer 4

It is an organised collection of attitudes, beliefs, practices, world views and often worship of a single or multiple gods

Question 5

Define the socio-economic status

Answer 5

Refers to an economic situation shared by a group of people and some determinants are occupation, income etc