Maxine Is a Proponent of the Order Perspective on Race

question 8

Multiple Choice

Maxine is a proponent of the order perspective on race and culture. She says that her ancestors came to the United States as immigrants and because they _____, they were able to rise to the middle class and fit in with other Americans.

• A) assimilated
• B) were White
• C) became better than other immigrants
• D) were wealthy

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Definitions:

Community Property

A legal system of property ownership typically in effect between spouses, where assets acquired during the marriage are owned jointly.

Joint Tenancy

A form of legal co-ownership of property where co-owners have an equal share and the right of survivorship, meaning that upon the death of one owner, their share automatically passes to the remaining co-owners.

Right-Of-Way Easement

A legal right granted to a person or entity to pass through another's land for a specified purpose.

Solar Easement

A legal agreement that ensures uninterrupted access to sunlight for solar energy systems, often through a property owner's rights to protect against obstructions that would shade their solar collectors.