Question 1

Nation X has an ideology that supports an official policy of "live and let live," whereby immigrants are encouraged to maintain their cultural heritage and to integrate it with elements of Nation X.What is this type of ideology called?

Accepted Answer

This type of ideology is called multiculturalism, which celebrates diverse cultures and encourages them to coexist and integrate into a larger society. This approach recognizes the value of cultural differences and promotes equality and respect for all cultures.

Question 2

According to the textbook,the process where physical differences create a rationale for unequal treatment,which results in people acting differently from one another,leads into which of the following?

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Question 3

What do we call members of subordinate groups who are blamed for societal problems?

Accepted Answer

Subordinate groups who are blamed for societal problems are often referred to as scapegoats. They are unfairly targeted and held responsible for issues they may have little control over or contribution towards. This can perpetuate harmful stereotypes and discrimination towards these groups.

Question 4

Organized racist groups like the Heritage Front in Canada target areas hit hardest by economic downturns for recruitment,explaining to people that reason they are experiencing problems is due to Jewish greed and a Zionist plot to take over the world.What are Jews in this example?

Accepted Answer

In this example, Jews are being scapegoated as the reason for economic problems, which is a common tactic used by organized racist groups to shift blame onto a marginalized group rather than addressing the actual issues causing economic downturns.

Question 5

What do we call the distinctly Canadian pattern of ethnic and racialized stratification?

Accepted Answer

The term "vertical mosaic" refers to the distinct Canadian pattern of ethnic and racialized stratification, specifically the way in which different ethnic and racial groups are arranged in a hierarchal structure with Anglo-conformity at the top and Indigenous peoples and racialized minorities at the bottom. This term reflects the idea of a mosaic of different cultural groups, each with their own unique characteristics, rather than a melting pot where all cultures blend together.

Question 6

Who coined the term "the vertical mosaic"?

Accepted Answer

John Porter coined the term "the vertical mosaic" in his 1965 book, "The Vertical Mosaic: An Analysis of Social Class and Power in Canada."

Question 7

What can be learned through John Lie's story of his changing ethnic identity and the experiences that emerged as a result?

Accepted Answer

John Lie's story illustrates how experiences and opportunities can change based on how others perceive one's ethnic identity, highlighting the impact of external perceptions on personal experiences.

Question 8

What has been the outcome of Canadian-United States differences on the retention of immigrant culture following immigration?

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Question 9

What do we call people who share ancestry,language,customs,religion,and a geographic region?

Accepted Answer

An ethnic group is a population of people who share common cultural traits such as ancestry, language, customs, religion, and geographic region.

Question 10

What do we call the process where physical differences create a rationale for unequal treatment of a group,which results in people acting differently from one another,which leads to the creation of stereotypes about the unequally treated group,which leads to distinguishing groups based on differences,and so on?

Accepted Answer

The vicious circle of racism describes the process where physical differences lead to unequal treatment of a group, which results in people acting differently from one another, creating stereotypes about the unequally treated group, and further distinguishing groups based on differences. This cycle reinforces and perpetuates racism. Social stratification refers to the categorization of individuals into social groups based on factors like wealth, occupation, and education. The scapegoat dialectic refers to blaming a particular group for societal problems, often leading to prejudice and discrimination against that group. Ethnic identity maintenance refers to how individuals maintain and identify with their ethnic or cultural background.

Question 11

In Great Britain,what are the Scottish,the Welsh,the Irish,and the English all examples of?

Accepted Answer

The Scottish, Welsh, Irish, and English are all examples of ethnic groups in Great Britain. They share cultural and historical similarities, but also have distinct identities and traditions.

Question 12

What is the broad notion contained in the quote by French philosopher Jean-Paul Sartre "the anti-Semite creates the Jew"?

Accepted Answer

Sartre's quote suggests that the creation of a Jewish identity is not solely based on self-identification or cultural factors, but rather is partially constructed by the actions and perceptions of those who hold prejudiced views. This aligns with the idea that identity is socially constructed and influenced by the interactions and perceptions of others.

Question 13

The Mi'kmaq,the Coast Salish,and the Mohawk are all examples of which of the following in Canada?

Accepted Answer

The Mi'kmaq, the Coast Salish, and the Mohawk are all Indigenous peoples with distinct cultures, languages, and histories. They are therefore classified as ethnic groups in Canada.

Question 14

Nation Y has an ideology that supports an official policy of ethnic amnesia whereby immigrants are encouraged to forget their heritage and become reborn as a new member of Nation Y: Y first,all else secondary.What is this type of ideology called?

Accepted Answer

This ideology is called the melting pot, where immigrants are expected to assimilate to the dominant culture of the nation and leave behind their previous cultural identity.

Question 15

Which of the following was a major outcome of immigration in Canada in the middle of the twentieth century?

Accepted Answer

During the mid-twentieth century, European immigrants generally had more opportunities and faced less discrimination compared to Asian immigrants, leading to differences in prestige and financial success.

Question 16

During World War II,the Canadian government relocated,interned,and confiscated the assets of all of the Japanese Canadians who lived anywhere near the British Columbia Coast,blaming them for attacks on Pearl Harbor to the south.What were the Japanese Canadians in this situation?

Accepted Answer

The Japanese Canadians in this situation were scapegoats, falsely blamed and punished for a crime they did not commit.

Question 17

What do we call people who are viewed as culturally distinct?

Accepted Answer

People who are viewed as culturally distinct are usually referred to as an ethnic group. This can be based on various factors like race, language, national origin, religion, traditions, customs, and beliefs.

Question 18

According to the textbook,what is responsible for the relative financial success of Jews and Koreans in Canada?

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Question 19

Halyna speaks Ukrainian fluently,makes traditional food and dances at traditional festivals,and was married at the Ukrainian Orthodox Church.Which of the following is she a part of?

Accepted Answer

Halyna's abilities and practices suggest that she is part of an ethnic group that shares a common language, culture, traditions, and possibly geographical origins. These markers make up the criteria for defining ethnic groups, which are different from power, majority, or racial groups.

Question 20

According to the textbook,which two ethnicities protect people born abroad the most from lower income compared to Canadian-born people?

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Quiz 10: Race and Ethnicity