Question 1

The Indian Removal Act of 1830 forced relocation of the Five Civilized Tribes.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False  True

Question 2

In an essay, present real world examples of how discrimination based on race, ethnicity, disability, and sexual orientation might diminish an individual’s power. Be sure to give one example for each category of minority

Accepted Answer

Discrimination based on race can diminish an individual's power in the real world in various ways. For example, a person of color may face barriers to accessing quality education or employment opportunities due to systemic racism. This can limit their potential for upward mobility and economic success, ultimately diminishing their power in society.

Similarly, discrimination based on ethnicity can also diminish an individual's power. For instance, individuals from marginalized ethnic groups may face cultural stereotypes and biases that limit their opportunities for advancement in the workplace or in social settings. This can result in a lack of representation and influence within their respective communities, ultimately diminishing their power.

Discrimination based on disability can also have a profound impact on an individual's power. For example, a person with a physical disability may face physical barriers in accessing public spaces or accommodations in the workplace, limiting their ability to fully participate in society. This can lead to a lack of autonomy and agency, ultimately diminishing their power in their personal and professional lives.

Finally, discrimination based on sexual orientation can also diminish an individual's power. LGBTQ+ individuals may face discrimination in various aspects of their lives, such as housing, employment, and healthcare. This can lead to social exclusion and limited opportunities for personal and professional growth, ultimately diminishing their power in society.

In conclusion, discrimination based on race, ethnicity, disability, and sexual orientation can have real-world implications that diminish an individual's power in various aspects of their lives. It is important to recognize and address these forms of discrimination in order to create a more equitable and inclusive society for all.

Question 3

The ___________ Amendment extended the right to vote to women.

Accepted Answer

A)  Nineteenth 
B)  Twentieth 
C)  Fifteenth 
D)  Fourteenth 
A)  Nineteenth 
B)  Twentieth 
C)  Fifteenth 
D)  Fourteenth A

Question 4

The Intercourse Act of 1790 declared that public treaties between the U.S. government and the independent Indian nations would be the only legal means of

Accepted Answer

A)  obtaining Indian land. 
B)  bringing peace to the plains during westward expansion. 
C)  obtaining public funding for education on Indian reservations. 
D)  none of these 
A)  obtaining Indian land. 
B)  bringing peace to the plains during westward expansion. 
C)  obtaining public funding for education on Indian reservations. 
D)  none of these

Question 5

Puerto Ricans are American citizens represented by voting members in the U.S. Congress and with electoral votes for president.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 6

Formulate a time line in essay form that illustrates the major judicial decisions and ensuing federal legislation that have resulted in more rights to all minorities.

Accepted Answer

The timeline of major judicial decisions

Question 7

The Supreme Court interpreted the equal protection clause of the Fourteenth Amendment to allow segregation of the races if facilities were equal. Which of the following court cases ruled that segregation of white and colored children in public schools has a detrimental effect upon the colored children?

Accepted Answer

A)  Brown v. the Board of Education 
B)  Brown v. the U.S. Supreme Court 
C)  Plessy v. Ferguson 
D)  Regents of the University of California v. Bakke 
A)  Brown v. the Board of Education 
B)  Brown v. the U.S. Supreme Court 
C)  Plessy v. Ferguson 
D)  Regents of the University of California v. Bakke

Question 8

Segregation permitted or required by law is called

Accepted Answer

A)  de facto segregation. 
B)  redlining. 
C)  de jure segregation. 
D)  Fourteenth Amendment segregation. 
A)  de facto segregation. 
B)  redlining. 
C)  de jure segregation. 
D)  Fourteenth Amendment segregation.

Question 9

The median income of black families is __________ that of white families.

Accepted Answer

A)  25 percent 
B)  40 percent 
C)  63 percent 
D)  95 percent 
A)  25 percent 
B)  40 percent 
C)  63 percent 
D)  95 percent

Question 10

Most immigrants come to the United States for political asylum.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 11

Describe the intent and outcome of the Dawes Act.

Accepted Answer

The intent of the Dawes Act, also known

Question 12

The __________ bans discrimination against people with disabilities in education, employment, health care, housing, and transportation to all programs and organizations.

Accepted Answer

Americans

Question 13

Write an essay that shows the link between American westward expansion and the major legislation that shaped the historical experiences of Native Americans.

Accepted Answer

Westward expansion in America during the

Question 14

The immigration policy is a responsibility of the __________ government.

Accepted Answer

The answer of The immigration policy is a responsibility of...

Question 15

With the exception of Korean Americans and Vietnamese Americans, Asian Americans have the highest median income compared to the whole population. Asian Americans are also twice as likely as the population as a whole to do which of the following?

Accepted Answer

A)  Run for political office 
B)  Attend private secondary schools 
C)  Complete a bachelor's degree or higher 
D)  Enter the same profession as the generation before held 
A)  Run for political office 
B)  Attend private secondary schools 
C)  Complete a bachelor's degree or higher 
D)  Enter the same profession as the generation before held

Question 16

How do many middle and working class Americans view immigration during tough economic times?

Accepted Answer

A)  Primarily economically, as non-immigrants tend to fare better in employment and wages 
B)  Both economically as immigrants are competitors in the labor market and culturally, principally because of the impact on ethnic composition of their communities 
C)  Politically, most notably as a time for change in government policy on immigration 
D)  None of these 
A)  Primarily economically, as non-immigrants tend to fare better in employment and wages 
B)  Both economically as immigrants are competitors in the labor market and culturally, principally because of the impact on ethnic composition of their communities 
C)  Politically, most notably as a time for change in government policy on immigration 
D)  None of these

Question 17

In an effort to narrow the gap between races and genders, the government practices this form of compensatory or preferential treatment.

Accepted Answer

A)  Separate but equal 
B)  Affirmative action 
C)  Mass protests 
D)  Strict scrutiny 
A)  Separate but equal 
B)  Affirmative action 
C)  Mass protests 
D)  Strict scrutiny

Question 18

The eligibility pool includes people with the characteristics that voters deem suitable for elective office. Which of the following is not a variable studied by researchers working to explain why so few women are elected to government office in the United States?

Accepted Answer

A)  Voter bias 
B)  The impact of money on women's election rates 
C)  Levels of political ambition of women in the eligibility pool 
D)  Physical appearance of the female candidate 
A)  Voter bias 
B)  The impact of money on women's election rates 
C)  Levels of political ambition of women in the eligibility pool 
D)  Physical appearance of the female candidate

Question 19

The American Indian Movement led to the passage of the Self-Determination and Education Assistance Act in 1975.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 20

The Supreme Court decision in Roe v. Wade did not end the controversy over abortion. Congress banned the use of federal funds under Medicaid for abortions EXCEPT

Accepted Answer

A)  if a woman already had more than two children. 
B)  when a woman could provide proof that she couldn't financially support another child. 
C)  to protect the reputation of a woman. 
D)  to protect the life of a woman. 
A)  if a woman already had more than two children. 
B)  when a woman could provide proof that she couldn't financially support another child. 
C)  to protect the reputation of a woman. 
D)  to protect the life of a woman.

The Indian Removal Act of 1830 forced relocation of the Five Civilized Tribes.

In an essay, present real world examples of how discrimination based on race, ethnicity, disability, and sexual orientation might diminish an individual’s power. Be sure to give one example for each category of minority

The ___________ Amendment extended the right to vote to women.

The Intercourse Act of 1790 declared that public treaties between the U.S. government and the independent Indian nations would be the only legal means of

Puerto Ricans are American citizens represented by voting members in the U.S. Congress and with electoral votes for president.

Formulate a time line in essay form that illustrates the major judicial decisions and ensuing federal legislation that have resulted in more rights to all minorities.

Segregation permitted or required by law is called

The median income of black families is __________ that of white families.

Most immigrants come to the United States for political asylum.

Describe the intent and outcome of the Dawes Act.

The __________ bans discrimination against people with disabilities in education, employment, health care, housing, and transportation to all programs and organizations.

Write an essay that shows the link between American westward expansion and the major legislation that shaped the historical experiences of Native Americans.

The immigration policy is a responsibility of the __________ government.

With the exception of Korean Americans and Vietnamese Americans, Asian Americans have the highest median income compared to the whole population. Asian Americans are also twice as likely as the population as a whole to do which of the following?

How do many middle and working class Americans view immigration during tough economic times?

In an effort to narrow the gap between races and genders, the government practices this form of compensatory or preferential treatment.

The eligibility pool includes people with the characteristics that voters deem suitable for elective office. Which of the following is not a variable studied by researchers working to explain why so few women are elected to government office in the United States?

The American Indian Movement led to the passage of the Self-Determination and Education Assistance Act in 1975.

The Supreme Court decision in Roe v. Wade did not end the controversy over abortion. Congress banned the use of federal funds under Medicaid for abortions EXCEPT

Power, Society, and Social Science

Social Sciences and the Scientific Method

Power and Ideology

Power and Culture: an Anthropologists View

Power and Sociology: the Importance of Social Class

Power and History

Power and Politics

Power and the Economy

Power and Psychology

Poverty and Powerlessness

Power, Violence, and Crime

Power and the Global Community

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Exam 10: Power, Race, and Gender

The Indian Removal Act of 1830 forced relocation of the Five Civilized Tribes.

In an essay, present real world examples of how discrimination based on race, ethnicity, disability, and sexual orientation might diminish an individual’s power. Be sure to give one example for each category of minority

The ___________ Amendment extended the right to vote to women.

The Intercourse Act of 1790 declared that public treaties between the U.S. government and the independent Indian nations would be the only legal means of

Puerto Ricans are American citizens represented by voting members in the U.S. Congress and with electoral votes for president.

Formulate a time line in essay form that illustrates the major judicial decisions and ensuing federal legislation that have resulted in more rights to all minorities.

Segregation permitted or required by law is called

The median income of black families is __________ that of white families.

Most immigrants come to the United States for political asylum.

Describe the intent and outcome of the Dawes Act.

The __________ bans discrimination against people with disabilities in education, employment, health care, housing, and transportation to all programs and organizations.

Write an essay that shows the link between American westward expansion and the major legislation that shaped the historical experiences of Native Americans.

The immigration policy is a responsibility of the __________ government.

With the exception of Korean Americans and Vietnamese Americans, Asian Americans have the highest median income compared to the whole population. Asian Americans are also twice as likely as the population as a whole to do which of the following?

How do many middle and working class Americans view immigration during tough economic times?

In an effort to narrow the gap between races and genders, the government practices this form of compensatory or preferential treatment.

The eligibility pool includes people with the characteristics that voters deem suitable for elective office. Which of the following is not a variable studied by researchers working to explain why so few women are elected to government office in the United States?

The American Indian Movement led to the passage of the Self-Determination and Education Assistance Act in 1975.

The Supreme Court decision in Roe v. Wade did not end the controversy over abortion. Congress banned the use of federal funds under Medicaid for abortions EXCEPT

Power, Society, and Social Science

Social Sciences and the Scientific Method

Power and Ideology

Power and Culture: an Anthropologists View

Power and Sociology: the Importance of Social Class

Power and History

Power and Politics

Power and the Economy

Power and Psychology

Poverty and Powerlessness

Power, Violence, and Crime

Power and the Global Community

Power Among Nations

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