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Modern Movements and Social Change — Cumulative exam Answers

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How can stereotyping contribute to the development of prejudice?

A
It encourages individuals to appreciate the diversity and uniqueness of different ethnic groups.
B
It promotes understanding and empathy toward people from different backgrounds.
C
It supports preconceived opinions not based on reason or experience, leading to discrimination.
D
It helps in reducing discrimination by highlighting the positive traits of every ethnic group.
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In 1852, author Harriet Beecher Stowe published the novel "Uncle Tom's Cabin." The story takes place in the antebellum South and depicts the harsh realities of slavery. It follows the life of Uncle Tom, an enslaved African American, as he is sold to various owners. The novel describes the brutal treatment of enslaved people, the separation of families, and the moral struggles of those involved. Upon its release, Stowe's novel exposed the inhumanity of slavery, stirred public opinion in the North, and played a significant role in the abolitionist movement.What is one benefit of using this type of art to create change within society?

A
It can persuade an audience with language that stirs emotions.
B
It can create striking images that audiences will likely remember.
C
It can encourage interaction between performers and an audience.
D
It can result in an anthem that invites the participation of the audience.
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In United States v. Bhagat Singh Thind (1923) , what was the Supreme Court's decision regarding Thind's classification as White?

A
He was not classified as White based on the common man’s understanding of White.
B
He was classified as White based on scientific criteria.
C
He was granted citizenship based on his military service.
D
The case was dismissed without a decision.
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What characterizes the different subgroups within the Asian American population?

A
unique history, language, and culture for each subgroup
B
same histories and languages across subgroups
C
same cultural practices and traditions across subgroups
D
different continents of origin for each subgroup
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Review the map.

Question illustration
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It shows that colonizing powers redistributed natural resources and labor equally across colonized areas.
B
It shows that colonizing powers distributed wealth and materials to grow the economies of colonized peoples.
C
It shows that colonizing powers exploited natural resources and labor to support their own economic goals.
D
It shows that colonizing powers practiced isolationism to preserve natural resources and stabilize the economy.
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How might existing educational disparities related to redlining be improved?

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by combining the property taxes of low- and high-income neighborhoods to fund schools uniformly
B
by increasing the property taxes of businesses that operate in historically redlined communities
C
by closing down schools that face overcrowding, underfunding, and a lack of advanced coursework
D
by decreasing the property taxes of homeowners who reside in historically redlined communities
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Marjorie and Doug have two young children and live in the same neighborhood where they grew up. While they both work full-time jobs, they qualify as low-income. After the birth of their second child, a large industrial waste facility was developed about a mile from their apartment. Even though residents of the neighborhood opposed the development, the landowners proceeded with the deal. For several weeks, Marjorie and Doug’s oldest child has been experiencing asthma attacks, requiring trips to the hospital. Both Marjorie and Doug have taken time off work to care for their child and attend doctor’s visits. They want to move to a neighborhood with more green spaces and cleaner air, but they must spend most of their savings on medical bills, and they do not get paid for time off work.Which statement best explains how the scenario represents environmental injustice?

A
Industrial pollution leads to income loss that results in health issues.
B
Industrial pollution leads to demographic shifts that increase health risks.
C
Industrial pollution leads to demographic shifts that reduce income.
D
Industrial pollution leads to health issues that result in reduced income.
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What primarily caused the mass exodus of millions of people from Vietnam, Laos, and Cambodia during and after the Vietnam War?

A
economic opportunities in neighboring countries
B
relocation offers from neighboring countries
C
persecution, violence, and starvation in their home countries
D
natural disasters across the region
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How does personal identity differ from social identity?

A
Personal identity is based on gender or race, while social identity is based on values or religious beliefs.
B
Personal identity is passed down from parent to child, while social identity is based on everyday experiences.
C
Personal identity is what sets someone apart, while social identity is what someone has in common with others.
D
Personal identity influences someone’s dreams or goals, while social identity influences someone’s skills or interests.
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Why did activists plan to develop centers for cultural and spiritual studies on Alcatraz Island?

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to preserve traditional Indigenous knowledge and heritage
B
to spread Indigenous practices and religion in American society
C
to establish a new way of life for participating tribal members
D
to blend the practices of different tribes into one collective faith
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Which scenario illustrates systemic racism affecting Black people?

A
a city with predominantly Black residents having fewer public resources than a predominantly White city
B
a Black individual not getting a job because they arrived late to the interview
C
a Black student choosing to not participate in extracurricular activities
D
a Black family deciding to live in a predominantly Black neighborhood
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What is an example of an environmental justice issue?

A
Mistreatment by the police during interviews or arrests has increasingly become a problem.
B
A low-income area has few parks or other public areas that provide access to green spaces.
C
Mortality rates during childbirth have been on the rise for Black American and Latina women.
D
Health clinics that offer counseling to members of a community recently closed.
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The line graph shows the share of US income from 1970 to 2018.

A
Income inequality in the United States has become less of an issue over time.
B
The gap between wealthy people and the middle and lower classes is growing wider.
C
The middle class has grown as the number of people in the lower class has decreased.
D
More people are living below the poverty line or in the lower-income level than ever before.
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Which scenario best demonstrates how an individual's personal identity is shaped by intrinsic factors?

A
Emily decides to pursue a career in finance because her parents are both bankers and expect her to follow in their footsteps.
B
Zoe finds it easy to make friends due to their outgoing and sociable personality, which they have had since childhood.
C
Noah changes his clothing style after seeing popular influencers wear certain brands on social media.
D
Kevin moves to a new city for college and develops a love for modern art after frequent visits to local art galleries.
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How did the doll tests by Kenneth and Mamie Clark influence the Brown v. Board of Education (1954) cases?

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by illustrating institutional oppression within the court system
B
by illustrating internalized oppression caused by segregation
C
by illustrating interpersonal oppression between classmates
D
by illustrating ideological oppression in specific neighborhoods
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Inez has become concerned about the rise in air pollution within her community. She believes the representative for her district should push for a solution in Congress. To achieve this goal, Inez conducted research to learn more about the issue. Then, she prepared a proposal to show her US representative how legislation can help to solve this problem.What should Inez include in the introduction of her proposal?

A
a restatement of her plan to solve the problem to protect her community from air pollution
B
a description of the chronic conditions that residents have experienced due to air pollution
C
a summary of current research on the consequences of air pollution for people and animals
D
an explanation of how other communities have worked to address the problem of air pollution

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