Final Exam Prep Flashcards
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According to Robin DiAngelo, on occasions where so-called progressive Whites may not respond with anger, they might insulate themselves. DiAngelo argues that these reactions function not only as resistance but is also the result of reduced psychological trauma which racial insulation inculcates. She calls this lack of racial stamina_________
a) Lack of anger management
b) Incorrect Response Absence of empathy
c) Stereotype and prejudice issues
d) White Fragility
d) White Fragility
According to Robin DiAngelo, how might so-called progressive whites insulate themselves from engaging with the content about racism?
a) By actively participating in discussions
b) Incorrect Response By openly expressing their discomfort
c) By claiming they are already knowledgeable about the topic
d) Racial Bias
c) By claiming they are already knowledgeable about the topic
What term refers to the inability of white people to handle race-based stress due to living in a social environment that protects them from racial discomfort and reinforces expectations of racial comfort?
a) Bias Projection
b) Racialization
c) White fragility
d) Prejudicial Labeling
c) White fragility
What term refers to the inability of white people to handle race-based stress due to living in a social environment that protects them from racial discomfort and reinforces expectations of racial comfort?
White Fragility
Define White Fragility,? Written Format
Refers to the inability of white people to handle race-based stress due to living in a social environment that protects them from racial discomfort and reinforces expectations of racial comfort.
In Robin DiAngelo’s White Fragility, when an educational program directly addresses racism and the privileging of Whites, typical responses are all of these EXCEPT?
a) Guilt and argumentation
b) Acceptance, joy and enthusiasm
c) Emotional incapacitation,
d) Anger and withdrawal
b) Acceptance, joy and enthusiasm
What does Dr. Robin DiAngelo suggest for white people to combat white fragility and improve their engagement with race?
A) They should avoid discussions about race to reduce discomfort.
B) They should build the stamina to sustain conscious and explicit engagement with race. Meaning Learned behaviour can be un-learned
C) They should focus on individual behavior rather than systemic issues.
D) They should ignore racial dynamics and focus on personal development.
B) They should build the stamina to sustain conscious and explicit engagement with race. Meaning Learned behaviour can be un-learned
Who coined the term “white fragility”?
A) Ibram X. Kendi
B) Robin DiAngelo
C) Ta-Nehisi Coates
D) Michelle Alexander
B) Robin DiAngelo
Is “reverse racism” real, according to Robin DiAngelo?
A) Yes, racism can flow back and forth between whites and people of color.
B) Yes, racism is fluid and can benefit any racial group at different times.
C) No, racism is not fluid in the U.S. and benefits white people due to a long-standing power dynamic.
D) No, racism is not a significant issue in the U.S. anymore.
C) No, racism is not fluid in the U.S. and benefits white people due to a long-standing power dynamic.
What does Robin DiAngelo suggest about the foundation of American wealth?
A) American wealth was built through the contributions of immigrants from Europe.
B) American wealth was built on the labor of kidnapped and enslaved Africans and their descendants.
C) American wealth was built through natural resources and industrialization alone.
D) American wealth was primarily driven by technological advancements in the 20th century.
B) American wealth was built on the labor of kidnapped and enslaved Africans and their descendants.
What does Robin DiAngelo argue about the foundational principle of the United States?
A) The U.S. was built on the principle that “all people are created
equal,” but this principle was not applied to everyone.
B) The U.S. was built on the principle that only White people are created equal.
C) The U.S. was built on the principle that “all people are created equal” and applied to all citizens equally.
D) The U.S. was built on the principle of strict racial segregation.
A) The U.S. was built on the principle that “all people are created
equal,” but this principle was not applied to everyone.
A White colleague reacts angrily after being told that their comment about a minority employee was racially insensitive, saying, “I can’t believe you would say that about me! I’m not a racist!” According to Dr. DiAngelo, what is this reaction an example of?
A) A healthy, open dialogue about race.
B) White fragility, where any challenge to their racial views is met with anger and defensiveness.
C) A productive response to acknowledge one’s mistakes.
D) A typical response from someone who is committed to anti-racism.
B) White fragility, where any challenge to their racial views is met with anger and defensiveness.
During a conversation about systemic racism, a White person says, “I’ve never personally discriminated against anyone, so I don’t see why this is an issue.” How does Dr. DiAngelo interpret this statement?
A) As a sign that the individual is actively engaging in anti-racism work.
B) As an expression of white fragility, focusing on individual actions rather than the systemic nature of racism.
C) As an acknowledgment of the importance of examining history.
D) As an invitation to explore the complexities of racial issues.
B) As an expression of white fragility, focusing on individual actions rather than the systemic nature of racism.
A White person in a group conversation about race insists, “I don’t think race matters anymore. We’re all equal now.” According to Dr. DiAngelo’s perspective on white fragility, what does this statement reflect?
A) A progressive understanding of racial equality.
B) A denial of the ongoing existence of systemic racism, minimizing the importance of race in today’s society.
C) A mature recognition of the work still needed to address racial inequality.
D) A helpful and open-minded approach to solving racial issues.
B) A denial of the ongoing existence of systemic racism, minimizing the importance of race in today’s society.
How do politicians often use migration in their campaigns?
A) To promote economic growth and innovation
B) To secure votes by politicizing migration
C) To improve healthcare access
D) To address labor shortages in key industries
B) To secure votes by politicizing migration
How do politicians often use migration in their campaigns?
To secure votes by politicizing migration
What is one argument in favor of migration to counter anti-immigration sentiments?
A) Migration leads to higher unemployment rates
B) Immigrants often do jobs that native-born citizens refuse to do
C) Immigrants drain the resources of the nation
D) Migration weakens the labor market
B) Immigrants often do jobs that native-born citizens refuse to do
What is one argument in favor of migration to counter anti-immigration sentiments?
Immigrants often do jobs that native-born citizens refuse to do
How does migration contribute to the educational landscape of a nation?
A) Immigrants provide unskilled labor that lowers education standards
B) Many immigrants, especially from Africa, hold a Bachelor’s Degree or higher
C) Immigrants decrease educational opportunities for local students
D) Migration leads to a decrease in the quality of education
B) Many immigrants, especially from Africa, hold a Bachelor’s Degree or higher
What was a historical example of exclusionary policies targeting certain immigrant groups?
A) The Immigration Act of 1990
B) The Chinese Exclusion Act in the U.S
C) The Immigration and Nationality Act of 1965
D) The Civil Rights Act of 1964
B) The Chinese Exclusion Act in the U.S
What was a historical example of exclusionary policies targeting certain immigrant groups?
The Chinese Exclusion Act in the U.S
Which of the following is a stereotype about immigrants from the colonial periphery that people in Europe and North America may have?
A) They are all highly educated
B) They contribute positively to the economy
C) They are seen as a threat to the nation’s ‘white and Christian’ identity
D) They only take jobs in high-demand sectors
C) They are seen as a threat to the nation’s ‘white and Christian’ identity
What is one way to combat anti-immigration sentiments according to the previous class discussions and notes?
A) Ignore the issue as it is unlikely to change
B) Focus on how migration benefits both the economy and society
C) Deny the existence of racism and stereotypes
D) Only accept highly-skilled immigrants
B) Focus on how migration benefits both the economy and society
What does migration provide in terms of labor?
A) Only unskilled workers
B) Only skilled workers
C) Both skilled and unskilled workers
D) No significant impact on the labor market
C) Both skilled and unskilled workers