Some Scholars Argue That Cultural Relativists Are Acting Hypocritically by __________

question 19

Multiple Choice

Some scholars argue that cultural relativists are acting hypocritically by __________.

• A) claiming that tolerance is a universal principle
• B) pushing democracy on other nations
• C) prioritizing non-Western belief systems over Western ones
• D) assuming that all cultures have similar ethical systems

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Definitions:

Realistic Conflict Theory

A social psychological model stating that intergroup conflicts arise when groups compete over scarce resources, leading to prejudice and discrimination.

Israelis And Palestinians

Refers to the two groups primarily involved in the ongoing conflict and peace negotiations in the Middle East, specifically relating to the land areas known as Israel and the Palestinian territories.

Discrimination

The unjust or prejudicial treatment of different categories of people or things, especially on the grounds of race, age, or sex.

Acculturative Stress

Stress resulting from the need to change and adapt a person’s ways to the majority culture.