Identify the Statement That Is FALSE

question 60

Multiple Choice

Identify the statement that is FALSE.

• A) The population of the thirteen colonies, mainly Anglo-Saxon, was the least ethnically mixed to be found anywhere in the world.
• B) The South, holding about 90 percent of the slaves, displayed its historic black-and-white racial composition.
• C) New England, mostly staked out by the original Puritan migrants, showed the least ethnic diversity.
• D) The Middle Colonies received the bulk of later white immigrants and boasted the most variety of people.
• E) In 1775, outside of New England, about one-half the population was non-English.

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Definitions:

Minority

A term used to describe individuals or groups who are part of a smaller segment of the population, distinct from the majority in terms of race, ethnicity, culture, or other characteristics.

Minority status

The condition of being a part of a group that is smaller in number and often experiences differential treatment or discrimination within a larger societal context.

Translators

Professionals who convert text or speech from one language to another, facilitating communication between people who do not share a common language.

Culturally competent

The skill of comprehending, conversing with, and efficiently engaging with individuals from diverse cultures.