Race and Identity

Which, if any, of these laws would you be able to describe?

Maria, a black woman, overhears her manager, John, telling a colleague that he doubts Maria's capability to handle more responsibility despite her having the best sales record in the department. John attributes this to what he considers "cultural traits" that supposedly make black women less reliable in leadership roles.

Question: Which level of racism does this scenario best illustrate?

In a certain region, hospitals are primarily located in predominantly white neighborhoods. Studies show that minority populations in neighboring areas have significantly higher rates of certain illnesses, partly due to difficulties accessing primary care facilities.

Question: Which level of racism is primarily at play in this scenario?

A national education board sets curricula that predominantly feature European history and literature, with little to no inclusion of histories and contributions of other ethnic groups. This curriculum has been unchanged for decades, reflecting and perpetuating a Eurocentric view.

Question: Which level of racism does this scenario best illustrate?

National employment statistics reveal that the unemployment rate for indigenous populations is thrice that of the non-indigenous population. Further analysis indicates that many industries avoid hiring from indigenous communities due to unfounded stereotypes.

Question: This scenario illustrates which levels of racism? (Select two)

During a heated argument in a public park, a white individual uses a racial slur against a Black individual. The altercation is witnessed by several bystanders, some of whom intervene to deescalate the situation.

Question: Which level of racism is demonstrated in this scenario?

A city's police department has a policy that results in disproportionately higher traffic stops for Black drivers compared to white drivers. Data analysis shows that Black drivers are twice as likely to be stopped even though they do not statistically commit more traffic offenses than drivers of other races.

Question: Which level of racism does this scenario best illustrate?

Are some parts of out identity more permenant than others?