A Little Boy Uses a Racist Term When Describing a Neighbour,and

question 22

Multiple Choice

A little boy uses a racist term when describing a neighbour,and rather than telling him how inappropriate that label is,his parents laugh.From this experience,the boy learns that his parents think he is funny when he uses racist language and he repeats the practice.What explanation would be used to explain this construction of racism?

• A) primordialism
• B) social psychology
• C) power-conflict theory
• D) socialization theory

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Definitions:

Conflicts

Situations or internal states where incompatible objectives, beliefs, or behaviors lead to a state of tension.

Developmental Stages

Represent phases in human growth and development characterized by distinct physical, cognitive, and emotional changes that occur in a predictable sequence.

Social Forces

The societal structures, cultural norms, and institutions that influence individual behaviors, actions, and interactions.

Biological Forces

Natural and inherent influences on human behavior and development, including genetics and physiological processes.