Select one of the following questions. Your answer should be 1- 1 1/2 pages, typed, double spaced. You should have information from your textbook and make sure they are in "quotes" and page numbers. Unless you would like to put it in your own words. Don't forget to add your opinions. I will be using a rubric that you will see on all your assignments. Put your name, assignment #, question 3, and your date.
- What is a minority group? Cite and explain the defining characteristics, paying special attention to "patterns disadvantages" and "visible characteristics", by this definition, are women a minority group? Gay and Lesbian Americans? Justify your decision. 2. Explain what is meant by stratification. Why is stratification an important concept to the study of society? What are the significant connection between stratification and minority group status? How does stratification use term classes? 3. In your own words, define and explain each of the following terms: prejudice, discrimination, institutional discrimination. Cite an example of each from current events or from your own personal experience. 4. "If people would just change their attitude about minorities, then discrimination would be a thing of the past". Using concepts from your reading, explain why ending individual prejudice would not end racial inequality in society. 5. Discuss what is meant by "institutional discrimination". How does it work against individuals. It is subtle? Use examples from your text and your own life experiences to support this claim.
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