Test on Race, Ethnicity, and Discrimination

Question 1: Is a race defined primarily by a particular culture, common ancestry, and shared customs?

A. Ano

B. Ne

Explanation: Race is a division of humankind based on physical differences such as types of hair, skin colour, facial features, and height. An ethnic group is defined by a particular culture, way of life, common ancestry, customs, dress, religion, and language.

Question 2: According to the study materials, which statement accurately distinguishes direct discrimination from indirect discrimination?

A. Direct discrimination treats a person less favourably based on racial grounds, while indirect discrimination is equal treatment in a formal sense but results in unjustifiable discrimination.

B. Direct discrimination involves treating someone unfavourably due to their lifestyle, whereas indirect discrimination is based on their physical appearance.

C. Indirect discrimination is a form of reverse discrimination, while direct discrimination is always against a minority group.

D. Both direct and indirect discrimination are primarily concerned with discrimination in housing only.

Explanation: Direct discrimination means treating a person less favourably on racial grounds (colour, race, nationality, or ethnic or national origins). Indirect discrimination is described as equal treatment in a formal sense as between different racial groups, but in fact, people are unjustifiably discriminated. Option 0 accurately reflects these definitions from the study materials.

Question 3: The Race Relations Act 1976 mandates that all cases of racial discrimination, including those related to employment, are exclusively dealt with by county courts.

A. Ano

B. Ne

Explanation: The Race Relations Act 1976 states that industrial tribunals are to deal with discrimination in employment, partnerships, trade unions, qualifying bodies, and employment agencies, while people discriminated against may turn to a county court for other matters.

Question 4: According to the Race Relations Act 1976, which of the following areas of discrimination are industrial tribunals specifically tasked to deal with?

A. Housing disputes

B. Employment

C. Trade unions

D. State social security

Explanation: The study materials state: "Industrial tribunals are to deal with discrimination in employment, partnerships, trade unions, qualifying bodies and employment agencies." Therefore, employment and trade unions are correct. Housing disputes are not mentioned as being dealt with by industrial tribunals, and state social security is covered by European Community Legislation, not industrial tribunals under the Race Relations Act.

Question 5: In 1968, despite the U. S. adopting amendments to the Constitution outlawing slavery, blacks in the U.S. continued to face serious forms of discrimination.

A. Ano

B. Ne

Explanation: In 1968, even though the U. S. adopted amendments to the Constitution outlawing slavery, blacks still faced serious forms of discrimination.