Question 1

The U.S. Supreme Court ruling on the University of Michigan's admissions procedures was based on the rule that

Accepted Answer

A)  Racial categories on application materials were inadequate. 
B)  While race can be used as a factor in admissions it cannot be linked to the existence of racial quotas. 
C)  Race and racial quotas cannot play a role in admissions decisions. 
D)  For race to be used in college admissions, in any form, violates the civil rights of white students.

Question 2

Which is not a primary reason why companies should increase their diversity and create a positive work environment?

Accepted Answer

A)  Diversity improves productivity and reduces turnover costs. 
B)  There is less perception of bias in the workplace. 
C)  Employees develop a better understanding of each other. 
D)  Diversity issues must be addressed to avoid legal actions.

Question 3

In which area has U.S. corporations been in conflict with the current administration in the White House?

Accepted Answer

A)  Religion, social class and disabilities 
B)  Gender, Age, and Sexual Orientation 
C)  Sensitivity to global issues and cultures 
D)  Regional dialects and geographical origins

Question 4

According to Musil (1996) what was a major limitation of the first courses developed to study diversity?

Accepted Answer

A)  Men did not want to take the classes because they feel uncomfortable. 
B)  They focused on the differences rather than the similarities of various groups. 
C)  They did not examine the reality of multiple identities. 
D)  Not enough colleges and universities offered these classes.

Question 5

What was the original purpose of affirmative action?

Accepted Answer

A)  To insure the racial composition of the workforce reflected the population 
B)  To require governmental agencies, colleges and corporations meet certain racial quotas 
C)  To recruit and hire more African American workers in the federal government 
D)  To increase the hiring African Americans for white collar jobs

Question 6

Explain the original purpose and the controversy over Affirmative Action as provided in Title VII of the 1964 Civil Rights Act. What is your opinion as to when, where, and why affirmative action is or is not acceptable?

Accepted Answer

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Question 7

Recognition of the importance of diversity in the workplace

Accepted Answer

A)  Is a characteristic of most successful businesses because they understand the advantages of promoting workplace diversity. 
B)  Is less likely in rural areas where diversity is not as prevalent. 
C)  Could be substantially improved across most business sectors. 
D)  Has improved broadly as a result of several high profile and costly lawsuits.

Question 8

A valid reason that corporations have been successful at promoting diversity in the work place is that

Accepted Answer

A)  Corporations understand the purchasing power of diverse consumers. 
B)  Larger numbers of minorities who are college-educated are entering the workforce. 
C)  Court rulings have applied pressure to corporations to promote diversity. 
D)  Affirmative action programs have proved successful in business models.

Question 9

Opponents to affirmative action and multicultural education on university and college campuses do not claim which of the following?

Accepted Answer

A)  Classes that only emphasize a Western culture have declined to be replaced by more world history courses. 
B)  Lower academic standards had to be set in order to attract more minority students. 
C)  Multicultural education has caused a decline in academic standards and the rigors of a traditional education. 
D)  An inclusive education is used to promote a political agenda rather than an academic agenda.

Question 10

Which of the following statements reflects the trend of pluralism in media related professions?

Accepted Answer

A)  The majority of workers for the behind the camera jobs in media are women and people of color. 
B)  The majority of college students majoring in journalism are female. 
C)  The majority of sports coverage is done by African American reporters. 
D)  The majority of recent college graduates who are able to find a job in media are people of color.

Exam 14: Pluralism in Society: Creating Unity in a Diverse America