Which of the following theoretical approaches to race and ethnicity in Canada argues that Canadian society has low mobility due to a value system that encourages the retention of ethnic culture?
A) internal colonialism
B) biological determinism
C) vertical mosaic
D) symbolic interactionism

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The vertical mosaic theory argues that Canadian society is divided into distinct, hierarchical layers based on ethnicity, with low mobility due to a value system that encourages the retention of ethnic culture. This theory was developed by sociologist John Porter in the mid-20th century and has been widely debated and critiqued since then. A, B, and D are not relevant to this theory.

Which of the Following Theoretical Approaches to Race and Ethnicity