Which Statement Best Describes Ethnic Relations in the U

question 17

Multiple Choice

Which statement best describes ethnic relations in the U.S.today?

• A)The public is more pessimistic about the future of ethnic relations.
• B)Ethnic conflict is more virulent than in previous generations.
• C)The black/white binary is less useful for understanding ethnic relations.
• D)Ethnic divisiveness is one primary outcome of multiculturalism.

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Definitions:

Conflict Perspective

A sociological approach that views social and economic institutions as tools of the struggle between groups or classes, used to maintain inequality and the dominance of the ruling class.

Structural-functionalism

An approach within sociology that considers society to be a complicated system with various parts working in harmony to ensure stability and cohesion.

African Americans

Individuals in the United States with ancestry from the black racial groups of Africa.

Feminists

Advocates or supporters of the rights and equality of women in political, economic, and social spheres.