Question 1

______ allowed Mexicans to come to the United States to do agricultural work during World War II.

Accepted Answer

A)  Dawes Act 
B)  Mexican Immigration Act 
C)  Bracero Program 
D)  Mexican-American Agreement 
A)  Dawes Act 
B)  Mexican Immigration Act 
C)  Bracero Program 
D)  Mexican-American Agreement C

Question 2

Analyze the factors that the potato famine in Ireland had on the immigration of Irish Americans during the 17th century. Identify those that were most significant to their immigration.

Accepted Answer

The potato famine in Ireland, also known as the Great Famine, had a significant impact on the immigration of Irish Americans during the 19th century. The famine, which lasted from 1845 to 1852, was caused by a potato blight that destroyed the main food source for the Irish population. This led to widespread starvation, disease, and mass emigration from Ireland.

Several factors contributed to the immigration of Irish Americans during this time. Firstly, the devastation caused by the potato famine left many Irish people with no choice but to leave their homeland in search of a better life. The lack of food and resources, combined with the oppressive British rule and high rents, pushed many Irish families to seek opportunities in other countries, particularly the United States.

Additionally, the availability of cheap transatlantic transportation made it easier for Irish immigrants to travel to America. Steamships and improved navigation technology reduced the cost and time of travel, making it more feasible for Irish families to make the journey to the United States.

The promise of economic opportunities and the hope for a better future also played a significant role in the immigration of Irish Americans. Many Irish immigrants were drawn to the United States by the prospect of finding work and building a new life for themselves and their families.

Overall, the combination of the devastating effects of the potato famine, the availability of transportation, and the promise of economic opportunities were the most significant factors that led to the immigration of Irish Americans during the 19th century. The impact of the potato famine on Irish immigration to the United States cannot be overstated, as it shaped the demographic and cultural landscape of the country for generations to come.

Question 3

______ is credited with being the first scientist to classify humans into distinct races.

Accepted Answer

A)  Charles Darwin 
B)  Benjamin Franklin 
C)  Cesare Lombroso 
D)  Francois Bernier 
A)  Charles Darwin 
B)  Benjamin Franklin 
C)  Cesare Lombroso 
D)  Francois Bernier D

Question 4

Enslaving Native Americans did not appeal to the colonists because, besides feeling that they would not hold up under slave conditions, they were aware that the natives were familiar with the terrain, which would have permitted easy escape. For the next two centuries, African Americans would serve as the primary labor force keeping the Southern economy afloat. Categorize factors of prejudice, discrimination, and/or implicit bias represented by each group during this period.

Accepted Answer

The factors of prejudice, discrimination

Question 5

Briefly explain the difference between prejudice and discrimination.

Accepted Answer

Prejudice and discrimination are related

Question 6

Following the enactment of the Thirteenth Amendment in 1865, which ended slavery throughout the United States, many African Americans chose to remain in the South.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 7

Briefly explain the impact of World War II on the assimilation of German Americans.

Accepted Answer

World War II had a significant impact on

Question 8

In the late 1600s, 13 German families arrived in ______ and represented the beginning of mass German immigration to the United States.

Accepted Answer

A)  Boston 
B)  New York 
C)  Philadelphia 
D)  Jamestown 
A)  Boston 
B)  New York 
C)  Philadelphia 
D)  Jamestown

Question 9

During the Reconstruction Era, whipping became the means used to intimidate and handle those who challenged the racist White power structure.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 10

Border states have reacted with legislation to stem the rising number of illegal immigrants. ______ and others have enacted numerous measures to restrict the benefits (e.g., medical, educational) and rights (e.g., due process) of illegal immigrants in their states.

Accepted Answer

A)  Colorado, New Mexico, and Texas 
B)  Colorado, Utah, and New Mexico 
C)  Arizona, Texas, and California 
D)  Arizona, Colorado, and California 
A)  Colorado, New Mexico, and Texas 
B)  Colorado, Utah, and New Mexico 
C)  Arizona, Texas, and California 
D)  Arizona, Colorado, and California

Question 11

Relying on 2010 census data, there were approximately 11 million more persons of Mexican descent in the United States in 2010 than there were in 2000. This trend has resulted in concerns not only about immigration in general but also illegal immigration. Are these concerns justified? Explain your answer.

Accepted Answer

The concerns about immigration, particul

Question 12

The largest ethnic minority group in America is ______.

Accepted Answer

A)  Asian Americans 
B)  Native Americans 
C)  Latinos/Hispanics 
D)  African Americans 
A)  Asian Americans 
B)  Native Americans 
C)  Latinos/Hispanics 
D)  African Americans

Question 13

How did Article VI of the U.S. Constitution, which banned religious discrimination, impact the assimilation of Jewish Americans in the United States? Explain your answer.

Accepted Answer

Article VI of the U.S. Constitution, whi

Question 14

Implicit bias exists when prejudicial views are used to make decisions. Which of the following represents implicit bias?

Accepted Answer

A)  An officer patrols a specific neighborhood more often due to the arrests that have occurred there over the past year. 
B)  An officer applies handcuffs to two Asian American men that are involved in a physical altercation. 
C)  An officer pulls over a White female whose vehicle fits the profile of a wanted suspect. 
D)  An officer pulls over an African American male who is slowly driving through a middle class neighborhood. 
A)  An officer patrols a specific neighborhood more often due to the arrests that have occurred there over the past year. 
B)  An officer applies handcuffs to two Asian American men that are involved in a physical altercation. 
C)  An officer pulls over a White female whose vehicle fits the profile of a wanted suspect. 
D)  An officer pulls over an African American male who is slowly driving through a middle class neighborhood.

Question 15

______ is a negative attitude toward a particular group. This is usually in the form of stereotypes that result in people making negative generalizations about an entire group.

Accepted Answer

A)  Prejudice 
B)  Hate crime 
C)  Ethnic disparity 
D)  Discrimination 
A)  Prejudice 
B)  Hate crime 
C)  Ethnic disparity 
D)  Discrimination

Question 16

Having prejudicial attitudes toward a particular group, in many instances, can lead to discriminatory actions. Which of the following represents a discriminatory action based on prejudice?

Accepted Answer

A)  denying a rental application based upon an applicant's religion 
B)  denying an employment application based upon a felony conviction 
C)  cutting off a driver in rush hour traffic 
D)  ignoring a door-to-door salesman 
A)  denying a rental application based upon an applicant's religion 
B)  denying an employment application based upon a felony conviction 
C)  cutting off a driver in rush hour traffic 
D)  ignoring a door-to-door salesman

Question 17

From 1790 to the mid-1800s, there were no treaties signed between Whites and Native Americans.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 18

This document stipulated that participating countries should allow for the searching of vessels in an effort to end the international slave trade ______.

Accepted Answer

A)  Treaty of Ghent 
B)  Treaty of Paris 
C)  Treaty of Ghana 
D)  Treaty of Brazil 
A)  Treaty of Ghent 
B)  Treaty of Paris 
C)  Treaty of Ghana 
D)  Treaty of Brazil

Question 19

The terms organized crime and mafia became synonymous with Italians following their immigration to the United States. One congressional report described Italian immigrants as morally deficient, excitable, superstitious, and vengeful. Is this an example of implicit bias? Explain your answer.

Accepted Answer

Yes, this is an example of implicit bias

Question 20

The California gold rush of the mid-1850s increased the immigration of which group to America?

Accepted Answer

A)  Mexicans 
B)  Chinese 
C)  West Indians 
D)  Koreans 
A)  Mexicans 
B)  Chinese 
C)  West Indians 
D)  Koreans

______ allowed Mexicans to come to the United States to do agricultural work during World War II.

Analyze the factors that the potato famine in Ireland had on the immigration of Irish Americans during the 17th century. Identify those that were most significant to their immigration.

______ is credited with being the first scientist to classify humans into distinct races.

Briefly explain the difference between prejudice and discrimination.

Following the enactment of the Thirteenth Amendment in 1865, which ended slavery throughout the United States, many African Americans chose to remain in the South.

Briefly explain the impact of World War II on the assimilation of German Americans.

In the late 1600s, 13 German families arrived in ______ and represented the beginning of mass German immigration to the United States.

During the Reconstruction Era, whipping became the means used to intimidate and handle those who challenged the racist White power structure.

Border states have reacted with legislation to stem the rising number of illegal immigrants. ______ and others have enacted numerous measures to restrict the benefits (e.g., medical, educational) and rights (e.g., due process) of illegal immigrants in their states.

The largest ethnic minority group in America is ______.

How did Article VI of the U.S. Constitution, which banned religious discrimination, impact the assimilation of Jewish Americans in the United States? Explain your answer.

Implicit bias exists when prejudicial views are used to make decisions. Which of the following represents implicit bias?

______ is a negative attitude toward a particular group. This is usually in the form of stereotypes that result in people making negative generalizations about an entire group.

Having prejudicial attitudes toward a particular group, in many instances, can lead to discriminatory actions. Which of the following represents a discriminatory action based on prejudice?

From 1790 to the mid-1800s, there were no treaties signed between Whites and Native Americans.

This document stipulated that participating countries should allow for the searching of vessels in an effort to end the international slave trade ______.

The terms organized crime and mafia became synonymous with Italians following their immigration to the United States. One congressional report described Italian immigrants as morally deficient, excitable, superstitious, and vengeful. Is this an example of implicit bias? Explain your answer.

The California gold rush of the mid-1850s increased the immigration of which group to America?

Extent of Crime and Victimization

Theoretical Perspectives on Race and Crime

Policing

Courts

Sentencing

The Death Penalty

Corrections

Juvenile Justice

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Exam 1: Overview of Race and Crime

______ allowed Mexicans to come to the United States to do agricultural work during World War II.

Analyze the factors that the potato famine in Ireland had on the immigration of Irish Americans during the 17th century. Identify those that were most significant to their immigration.

______ is credited with being the first scientist to classify humans into distinct races.

Briefly explain the difference between prejudice and discrimination.

Following the enactment of the Thirteenth Amendment in 1865, which ended slavery throughout the United States, many African Americans chose to remain in the South.

Briefly explain the impact of World War II on the assimilation of German Americans.

In the late 1600s, 13 German families arrived in ______ and represented the beginning of mass German immigration to the United States.

During the Reconstruction Era, whipping became the means used to intimidate and handle those who challenged the racist White power structure.

Border states have reacted with legislation to stem the rising number of illegal immigrants. ______ and others have enacted numerous measures to restrict the benefits (e.g., medical, educational) and rights (e.g., due process) of illegal immigrants in their states.

The largest ethnic minority group in America is ______.

How did Article VI of the U.S. Constitution, which banned religious discrimination, impact the assimilation of Jewish Americans in the United States? Explain your answer.

Implicit bias exists when prejudicial views are used to make decisions. Which of the following represents implicit bias?

______ is a negative attitude toward a particular group. This is usually in the form of stereotypes that result in people making negative generalizations about an entire group.

Having prejudicial attitudes toward a particular group, in many instances, can lead to discriminatory actions. Which of the following represents a discriminatory action based on prejudice?

From 1790 to the mid-1800s, there were no treaties signed between Whites and Native Americans.

This document stipulated that participating countries should allow for the searching of vessels in an effort to end the international slave trade ______.

The terms organized crime and mafia became synonymous with Italians following their immigration to the United States. One congressional report described Italian immigrants as morally deficient, excitable, superstitious, and vengeful. Is this an example of implicit bias? Explain your answer.

The California gold rush of the mid-1850s increased the immigration of which group to America?

Extent of Crime and Victimization

Theoretical Perspectives on Race and Crime

Policing

Courts

Sentencing

The Death Penalty

Corrections

Juvenile Justice

Filters