When an Adolescent Takes on a Nonwhite Symbolic Identity That

question 5

Multiple Choice

When an adolescent takes on a nonwhite symbolic identity that is not recognized as authentic by all of his or her peers,the adolescent may:

• A)be able to easily traverse the boundaries of being white in some situations and nonwhite in other situations
• B)be criticized by whites and nonwhites alike and have a hard time integrating with peers in general
• C)have a more fluid identity than people in previous generations who tried to pass as white
• D)have perfected the dynamic of code-switching between front and back stage behaviors

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Definitions:

Intrinsic Rewards

Personal satisfaction or enjoyment derived from accomplishing a task or learning new skills, unrelated to external rewards.

External Approval

Seeking validation or acceptance from others, rather than valuing one's own judgement and feelings.

Praise

The expression of approval or admiration for someone or something.

Negative Side Effects

Unintended and undesirable outcomes or reactions caused by a product or action.