Which of the Following Is NOT an Example of a Way

question 43

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is NOT an example of a way in which language may create and reinforce negative perceptions about race and ethnicity?

• A)Words may have more than one meaning and create and reinforce negative images.
• B)Overtly derogatory terms are "popularized" in movies,music,and other forms of popular culture.
• C)The "voice" of verbs may overemphasize the importance of the activities and achievements of people of color.
• D)Adjectives that typically have positive connotations-such as "qualified"-can have entirely different meanings when applied to people of color as compared with whites.

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Definitions:

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Sediment

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Vertical Crack

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