Deck 2: Forms of Oppression

Question 1

Frank is a police officer who overheard two other officers talking.They were discussing their belief that Hispanics are more likely to be criminal.Because of this belief they routinely pull over people who appear to be Hispanic more than any other racial group.Which form of discrimination is this?

A)sexism
B)heterosexism
C)racism
D)classism

Answer 1

C

Question 2

Which type of discrimination is challenged by the fight to legalize same-sex marriage and provide a gender-neutral marriage definition in human rights legislation?

A)sexism
B)heterosexism
C)classism
D)ageism

Answer 2

B

Question 3

Vincenzo believes that his Italian culture is superior to every other culture and uses it as a standard by which he evaluates all other cultures. What term best characterizes Vincenzo's belief?

A)subliminal racism
B)stereotyping
C)ethnocentrism
D)institutional racism

Answer 3

C

Question 4

Residential schools were schools designed to impose Euro-Canadian culture and religion on Indigenous children.Which face of oppression did these schools embody?

A)marginalization
B)exploitation
C)structural discrimination
D)cultural imperialism

Question 5

Scott Thomas was being reviewed for a promotion at his sales agency.His manager told him "off the record" that the committee was hesitant to promote him because he had experienced depression the year before and they worried he might not be able to handle the stress of the new position.Which form of discrimination is this?

A)sexism
B)heterosexism
C)racism
D)ableism

Question 6

Ms.Strada has a Japanese student in her science class.She thinks that the Japanese student will get the highest grade because she believes that all Japanese people are very smart.Which term best characterizes Ms.Strada's belief?

A)classism
B)ageism
C)discrimination
D)stereotyping

Question 7

When a large corporation employs workers in a foreign country, it asks the employees to work long hours, in unsafe working conditions, for minimal pay.Which face of oppression is characterized by this situation?

A)marginalization
B)exploitation
C)powerlessness
D)cultural imperialism

Question 8

Heterosexism is the belief in the natural superiority of heterosexuality as a way of life, and therefore, its logical right to dominance.What is this form of oppression an example of?

A)exploitation
B)institutionalized discrimination
C)systemic discrimination
D)cultural imperialism

Question 9

Your Aunt Muriel believes that all people from Canada live in igloos and ice fish on a regular basis.What term do sociologists use to describe these overgeneralizations?

A)ethnicity
B)discrimination
C)racism
D)stereotype

Question 10

A convenience store near a school has hung a sign on their store window that reads "Only 3 students at a time in the store" in an attempt to decrease theft.What type of discrimination is this?

A)sexism
B)ageism
C)racism
D)heterosexism

Question 11

The house next door to the Hennigar family is for sale.Mr.Hennigar tells his wife that he hopes the house is not sold to any French people because he does not like French people.Which term best characterizes Mr.Hennigar's belief?

A)classism
B)prejudice
C)stereotyping
D)discrimination

Question 12

Which statement illustrates one example of prejudice?

A)Many women stay at home to take care of their children.
B)Women should stay at home and take care of their children.
C)More men are taking parental leave in recent years.
D)More women are choosing to return to work after having children.

Question 13

Which face of oppression is experienced when a subordinate group in society is described as living in a "culture of silence" or they come to believe that they deserve the unfair treatment they are receiving from the dominant group?

A)powerlessness
B)marginalization
C)exploitation
D)cultural imperialism

Question 14

Miriam overheard two people discussing how one of them had just assisted someone with Down syndrome.The first person commented that he made sure to repeat himself several time because the woman was "retarded" and he wanted to make sure she understood him.Which type of discrimination is this an example of?

A)ableism
B)ageism
C)sexism
D)racism

Question 15

A company manages a mixed-income residential building in which more than 50% of the tenants are designated as rent-stabilized.The company announced last week that access to the building's new fitness centre would be limited to market-rate tenants only.What type of discrimination is the segregation of lower-income tenants an example of?

A)racism
B)sexism
C)classism
D)ageism

Question 16

Sandra Moore, a 5'10", 190 pound female, applied to be a fitness instructor at the neighbourhood fitness centre.Her application was denied, and she was told that all employees of the fitness centre must appear fitter and leaner than the average person.Which form of discrimination is this?

A)sizeism
B)sexism
C)racism
D)ageism

Question 17

Which statement best describes someone holding racial prejudice?

A)He holds a prejudgment about any group different from himself.
B)He believes that a certain racial group has a disproportionate number of positive traits.
C)He believes a certain racial group is innately inferior.
D)He acts in a discriminatory manner.

Question 18

Janet worked at a local pub and was the only female bartender.Her manager told her to ask one of her male co-workers to change the kegs of beer when necessary, as they were "too heavy for a woman to lift." Which form of discrimination is this?

A)sizeism
B)sexism
C)ableism
D)racism

Question 19

Josh and Kierra travel all throughout Australia and come home disappointed. Upon reflection, no matter where they went, nothing compared to their home in Greece; the people, food, and even the architecture just wasn't as beautiful. What sociological behaviour are Josh and Kierra exhibiting?

A)stereotyping
B)prejudice
C)ethnocentrism
D)discrimination

Question 20

After "liking" a picture from a gay pride parade on Facebook, John started to receive hurtful text messages from friends accusing him of being gay.Then all of his soccer teammates refused to be in the locker room with him at the same time.Which term refers to this type of discrimination?

A)heterosexism
B)sexism
C)ableism
D)racism

Question 21

Jesus arrives to audition for a role in a commercial.Upon arrival everyone is asked to sign in at the main desk.When Jesus gives his name the person looks up and says "Sorry, we are looking for someone who is Canadian, not Mexican." What is this an example of?

A)systemic discrimination
B)structural discrimination
C)indirect discrimination
D)direct discrimination

Question 22

Louise and Ally are getting married.They walk into a bakery to inquire about ordering a cake.When the person assisting them learns that it is the two of them getting married she refuses to take their order.She informs them that she will not take their order because she does not believe in same-sex marriage.What is this an example of?

A)sexism
B)heterosexism
C)racism
D)classism

Question 23

Explain what the "ism" prism means.Give a real world example for two of the "isms" listed in the text.

Question 24

Which statement illustrates one example of discrimination?

A)People with tattoos are not welcome here.
B)People with tattoos are all thieves.
C)People with tattoos are interesting.
D)People with tattoos are trustworthy.

Question 25

Human rights legislation requires employers and service providers to accommodate peoples' needs when those needs relate to one or more grounds of discrimination.What is this requirement called?

A)duty to accommodate
B)grounds of discrimination
C)undue hardship
D)cultural imperialism

Question 26

Priya is an accomplished lawyer in India.Her partner has been transferred to Toronto and she would like to make the move to Canada as well.She sends out resumes to firms within the city; however, she does not hear back from any of them.She finally decides to contact one directly.The person she speaks with indicates that the issue is with her foreign education.Which type of discrimination is this an example of?

A)individual
B)systemic
C)structural
D)direct

Question 27

An HR committee is discussing the merits of two candidates for a position with their company.The interviewees have an equal level of education, but one is 25 with limited experience in the field and the other is 55 with vast experience in the field.The committee decides to offer the position to the younger candidate because they believe he will stay in the position for a longer period of time due to his age.What is this reasoning an example of?

A)ableism
B)sexism
C)ageism
D)heterosexism

Question 28

Melissa Harper manages an apartment complex in Toronto.She has three empty units that are available for rent.However, when prospective tenants of Hispanic descent inquire about renting in the complex, Ms.Harper tells them there are no vacancies.How would you define this unfair treatment?

A)discrimination
B)stereotyping
C)prejudice
D)segregation

Question 29

When Stacey met the landlord of an apartment she hoped to rent, she was asked to fill out an application form and provide references.As she was leaving, the landlord asked her if she was married and whether she had children.When she replied that she was not married but had two children, the landlord gave her back her application and told her that he didn't believe a single mother could afford such an expense.What type of discrimination did Stacey experience?

A)ageism
B)ableism
C)classism
D)racism

Question 30

Explain the difference between indirect and direct discrimination.

Question 31

Injustices perpetrated by the powerful on the powerless can be viewed as rays of light through the lens of a prism.What is this perspective called?

A)"ism" prism
B)racialized oppression
C)segregation
D)oppression

Question 32

In Chapter 2's "In Their Shoes" feature, Cameron recounts his story, which includes several abusive relationships and a history of mental illness.Cameron asks that you "be kind when someone seems a little strange." Which type of discrimination is Cameron attempting to combat?

A)ageism
B)ableism
C)sizeism
D)classism