In the Zealot-Defensive Stage of Identity Development in the Classroom

question 1

Multiple Choice

In the Zealot-defensive stage of Identity Development in the Classroom, Ponterotto describes which of the following behaviors?

• A)Stimulation of feelings of anger or guilt
• B)Tendency to either overidentify with ethnic minorities or completely distance themselves from them
• C)Strong desire to learn about cultural differences and advocate strongly for the rights of minority groups
• D)Tendency to withdraw into isolation to avoid race-related topics

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Definitions:

Indian Crops

Plants domesticated and cultivated by Native American peoples, including maize (corn), beans, and squash, which were essential to indigenous agricultural systems.

Natural Predators

Organisms that hunt and consume other organisms for food, playing crucial roles in maintaining the balance of ecosystems.

Bartolome de las Casas

A 16th-century Spanish friar and historian, known for his advocacy for the rights of indigenous peoples in the Americas and critical accounts of the Spanish conquest.

Conquistadors

Spanish explorers and soldiers who led military expeditions in the Americas and Asia during the 16th century, often subjugating native populations.