Quiz 7: Understanding Diversity
Philosophy
Q 1Q 1
A comparison of Western and Eastern systems shows some striking differences in value orientations.Individuals coming from a Western culture tend to place prime value on
A)the uniqueness of the individual,self-assertion,and the strengthening of the ego.
B)interdependence and emphasize the losing of oneself in the totality of the cosmos.
C)the family and the community in which one lives.
D)the here and now,spirituality and fatalism.
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A
Q 2Q 2
Clients with an Eastern orientation are likely to place a high value on
A)directness and exhibit this as a sign of assertiveness and self-respect.
B)self-disclosure to focus on the nature of their problem.
C)family bonds and cultural traditions that emphasize appropriate roles and status.
D)self-determination and independence.
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C
Q 3Q 3
Culturally skilled helpers
A)recognize and understand their own values,ethnocentric attitudes,and assumptions about human behavior.
B)know specifically about their own racial and cultural heritage and how it affects them personally and professionally.
C)have acquired certain skills in working with culturally diverse populations and are able to define goals consistent with the life experiences and cultural values of their clients.
D)all of the above
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D
Q 4Q 4
Yang,a Southeast Asian student,has come to the college counseling center to explore career options.As the counselor presents career options,Yang makes little eye contact and does not actively respond to the many alternatives placed before him.It is safe to assume that Yang
A)is in disagreement with the manner in which the counselor is presenting optional career choices.
B)does not understand what is being said since English is his second language.
C)is resistant to the ideas being presented.
D)may not be using direct eye contact because in his culture it is considered disrespectful.
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Multiple Choice
Q 5Q 5
Becoming an ethical and effective helper in a multicultural society is
A)a continuing process,rather than a destination that we reach.
B)just about impossible because of the complex nature of helping diverse client populations.
C)not realistic because of a lack of time.
D)likely to be achieved after taking one course in multicultural aspects of the helping professions.
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Q 6Q 6
Multicultural counseling refers to practices that integrate cultural-specific
A)awareness.
B)knowledge.
C)skills.
D)all of the above
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Q 7Q 7
Ethnographic variables refers to
A)educational background.
B)gender.
C)nationality.
D)place of residence.
E)informal affiliations.
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Q 8Q 8
Which of the following is an example of a demographic variable?
A)socioeconomic background
B)gender,age,and place of residence
C)ethnicity and race
D)religion
E)all of the above
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Multiple Choice
Q 9Q 9
What is an example of a value stressed by the Eastern perspective?
A)individuality
B)emphasis on losing oneself in the totality of the cosmos
C)competition
D)freedom
E)none of the above
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Q 10Q 10
What is an example of a value stressed by the Western perspective?
A)interdependence
B)downplaying individuality
C)independence
D)compliance
E)all of the above
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Multiple Choice
Q 11Q 11
You are a counselor in a job training center and your next client arrives in a wheelchair.She is quite frustrated about not being able to find a job since she got out of college and believes that she is being discriminated against in the job market.It would be safe for you to assume that
A)since she is physically disabled,she may also have emotional problems.
B)her goal of finding employment may be unrealistic.
C)her total dependence on others may be the factor that keeps her from finding a suitable job.
D)her feelings of frustration are probably justified since she may be facing discrimination,even if it is against the law.
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Q 12Q 12
Historically,much of the language used to refer to "the disability experience," as portrayed in the print and electronic media,has communicated a(n) _____attitude toward persons with disabilities.
A)condescending
B)positive
C)empathic
D)both b and c
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Q 13Q 13
People with disabilities generally report _____more than _____as major impediments in living with a disability.
A)physical barriers;psychosocial issues
B)psychosocial issues;physical barriers
C)physical pain;internalized discrimination
D)body dysmorphic disorder;financial problems
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Q 14Q 14
Which of the following statements is not true regarding disability-affirmative therapy?
A)It is designed to help counselors incorporate disability knowledge and culture into the treatment.
B)It often results in overinflating the role of disability in the client's case.
C)Using this approach,the case formulation is developed in such a manner that it does not underestimate the role of disability.
D)none of the above.
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Q 15Q 15
From a(n) _____ perspective,the goal of helping is to promote the empowerment of people who are marginalized and oppressed in our society.
A)individualistic
B)social interest
C)social justice
D)intrapsychic
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Q 16Q 16
Which of the following is not one of the social justice competencies?
A)Engage in self-reflection on issues of race,ethnicity,oppression,power,and privilege in your own life.
B)Become knowledgeable about the ways that oppression and social inequities can operate on individual,societal,and cultural levels.
C)Collaborate with community organizations in partnerships to promote trust,minimize power differentials,and provide culturally relevant services.
D)Maintain one's focus on social justice issues that are relevant within the immediate community,and avoid focusing on international social justice issues,so as to not get distracted from your primary focus.
E)None of the abovE.
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Q 17Q 17
What training experiences are recommended to assist counselors in developing multicultural competence?
A)A course designed to address the interface of professional ethics,multicultural counseling competence,and social justice counseling issues.
B)A broad range of ethical decision-making skills related to multicultural counseling should be integrated throughout the curriculum and infused in all aspects of the training program.
C)Both a and b
D)None of the above.
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Q 18Q 18
_____has resulted in "soul wounding" for persons in diverse groups.
A)Oppression
B)Self-sabotage
C)Transference
D)Countertransference
E)Resistance
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Q 19Q 19
Psychosocial adjustment services for persons with disabilities are focused on
A)optimizing each person's level of independent functioning.
B)helping them develop positive coping skills.
C)cultivating resiliency strategies.
D)achieving optimal levels of wellness.
E)all of the abovE.
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Q 20Q 20
Adopting a multicultural perspective allows us to think about diversity without polarizing issues into right or wrong.
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True False
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Q 22Q 22
It is essential that helpers understand their assumptions about family values if they hope to effectively work with culturally diverse families.
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True False
Q 23Q 23
Directness and assertiveness are values that all clients will feel comfortable in subscribing to.
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True False
Q 24Q 24
It is realistic to expect that effective helpers will have an in-depth knowledge of all cultural backgrounds.
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True False
Q 25Q 25
Culturally skilled helpers are willing to acknowledge their own racist attitudes,beliefs,and feelings.
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True False
Q 26Q 26
Culturally skilled helpers are convinced that traditional concepts and helping strategies are appropriate for all clients and for all problems.
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True False
Q 27Q 27
The culturally encapsulated counselor defines reality according to one set of cultural assumptions.
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True False
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Q 29Q 29
Most helpers assume that no effective helping can occur unless clients reveal themselves (engage in self-disclosure) in the helping relationship.
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True False
Q 30Q 30
Helpers who view themselves as being without any stereotypes,biases,and prejudices are underestimating the impact of their socialization.
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True False
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True False
Q 32Q 32
Individuals with disabilities may be physically challenged in some way,but these disabilities can often be overcome.
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True False
Q 33Q 33
It is essential that helpers develop interventions that are based on the assumption that persons with disabilities have the right to control their own lives.
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True False
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Q 35Q 35
Overall,persons with disabilities remain the most disenfranchised group in almost every society,regardless of their ethnicity.
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True False
Q 36Q 36
Persons with disabilities are often unemployed and underemployed,and many live below the poverty line.
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True False
Q 37Q 37
Since persons with disabilities often have complex issues,it is best to submit an assessment of their needs immediately after your first meeting with them,so they can start receiving services right away.
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True False