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Question 21
What is the meaning of symbolic ethnicity?
a) Ethnic identity that is only relevant on specific occasions
b) Ethnic identity that is a key part of a person’s daily life
c) The process of adopting the cultural practices of another ethnic group
d) A legal term referring to citizenship status
Correct Answer: a) Ethnic identity that is only relevant on specific occasions
Explanation: Symbolic ethnicity refers to an ethnic identity that is invoked at will, such as during cultural celebrations, but may not significantly affect daily life.
Question 22
What is the term for unintentional discrimination that occurs when a seemingly neutral policy disproportionately impacts a protected group?
a) Disparate treatment
b) Intentional bias
c) Disparate impact
d) Systemic racism
Correct Answer: c) Disparate impact
Explanation: Disparate impact refers to policies that may not be explicitly discriminatory but have the unintended effect of disadvantaging a protected group.
Question 23
What does ‘passing’ mean in the context of racial and ethnic identity?
a) Revealing one’s true racial identity to others
b) When individuals consciously conceal their non-dominant group membership to fit in
c) Moving from one ethnic group to another
d) Achieving success despite racial discrimination
Correct Answer: b) When individuals consciously conceal their non-dominant group membership to fit in
Explanation: Passing refers to when individuals present themselves as belonging to a different group, often to avoid discrimination or gain social acceptance.
Question 24
What is the definition of internalized oppression?
a) When individuals from non-dominant groups begin to believe and act on negative stereotypes about their own group
b) When individuals resist oppression and promote equality
c) When dominant groups impose their values on others
d) A form of discrimination against people with disabilities
Correct Answer: a) When individuals from non-dominant groups begin to believe and act on negative stereotypes about their own group
Explanation: Internalized oppression occurs when members of marginalized groups internalize negative societal views about their group, leading to self-limiting beliefs.
Question 25
What is the significance of ‘intersectionality’ in diversity and inclusion efforts?
a) It focuses on the representation of a single identity group
b) It examines how overlapping social identities contribute to experiences of discrimination
c) It emphasizes promoting one form of diversity at a time
d) It ignores the impact of gender in workplace dynamics
Correct Answer: b) It examines how overlapping social identities contribute to experiences of discrimination
Explanation: Intersectionality highlights how different aspects of a person’s identity, such as race, gender, and class, interact and can lead to compounded discrimination or privilege.
Question 26
What is the glass cliff?
a) A phenomenon where women are given leadership roles during times of crisis, making success difficult
b) A policy that promotes women to high-level positions
c) The exclusion of women from decision-making processes
d) A strategy for promoting diversity in the workplace
Correct Answer: a) A phenomenon where women are given leadership roles during times of crisis, making success difficult
Explanation: The glass cliff refers to situations where women (and minorities) are placed in leadership positions in times of crisis, making their success more precarious and failure more likely.
Question 27
What is the term used to describe an invisible barrier that confines minorities and women to certain positions in an organization?
a) Glass ceiling
b) Glass wall
c) Sticky floors
d) Glass escalator
Correct Answer: b) Glass wall
Explanation: The term "glass wall" refers to invisible barriers that prevent minorities and women from moving across into different functions or departments within an organization.
Question 28
What is the definition of cisgender?
a) Individuals whose gender identity matches their sex assigned at birth
b) Individuals whose gender identity differs from their sex assigned at birth
c) Individuals who do not identify with any gender
d) Individuals who are transitioning between genders
Correct Answer: a) Individuals whose gender identity matches their sex assigned at birth
Explanation: Cisgender refers to people whose gender identity aligns with the sex they were assigned at birth.
Question 29
What does ‘ableism’ refer to?
a) Practices and attitudes that promote inclusivity for people with disabilities
b) Discrimination and prejudice against people with disabilities
c) Laws that protect individuals from discrimination
d) The process of creating accommodations for disabled workers
Correct Answer: b) Discrimination and prejudice against people with disabilities
Explanation: Ableism refers to societal practices and attitudes that devalue or discriminate against people with disabilities, often privileging able-bodied individuals.
Question 30
What is the definition of human capital?
a) The total number of employees in an organization
b) The physical and mental abilities of the workforce
c) The knowledge, skills, and experiences possessed by an individual that contribute to job performance
d) A measurement of productivity in the workplace
Correct Answer: c) The knowledge, skills, and experiences possessed by an individual that contribute to job performance
Explanation: Human capital refers to the intangible assets individuals bring to their work, such as education, expertise, and skills, that enhance their job performance.
Question 31
What is the meaning of diversity climate in an organization?
a) The physical environment in which employees work
b) The perception of diversity within the organization by employees
c) The level of training provided on diversity issues
d) The proportion of underrepresented groups in management
Correct Answer: b) The perception of diversity within the organization by employees
Explanation: Diversity climate refers to how employees perceive the inclusiveness, fairness, and support for diversity within their organization.
Question 32
What is an adverse impact in employment practices?
a) Intentional discrimination against a particular group
b) A seemingly neutral policy that disproportionately affects a protected class
c) The act of promoting diversity within the workplace
d) A legal term for age discrimination in the workplace
Correct Answer: b) A seemingly neutral policy that disproportionately affects a protected class
Explanation: Adverse impact occurs when an employment practice that appears neutral on the surface has a negative effect on a protected group.
Question 33
What is internalized racism?
a) Open hostility toward individuals of different races
b) The acceptance of negative stereotypes about one’s own race
c) The act of confronting racial injustice
d) A legal term used in civil rights cases
Correct Answer: b) The acceptance of negative stereotypes about one’s own race
Explanation: Internalized racism occurs when individuals from marginalized racial groups accept and internalize the negative stereotypes and beliefs about their race.
Question 34
What is the meaning of social hierarchy in diversity studies?
a) The categorization of people into different social groups based on status and power
b) The arrangement of employees by job title
c) The division of labor based on expertise
d) The process of ensuring equal pay for all employees
Correct Answer: a) The categorization of people into different social groups based on status and power
Explanation: Social hierarchy refers to the ranking of individuals or groups within a society based on attributes like wealth, power, or prestige, which can affect their opportunities and experiences.
Question 35
What is the purpose of employee resource groups (ERGs)?
a) To manage diversity training programs
b) To provide support and advocacy for employees who share a common identity or interest
c) To replace traditional human resources functions
d) To track employee performance
Correct Answer: b) To provide support and advocacy for employees who share a common identity or interest
Explanation: ERGs are voluntary, employee-led groups that aim to foster a diverse, inclusive workplace and support employees with shared characteristics or backgrounds.
Question 36
What is the difference between gender identity and gender expression?
a) Gender identity refers to how a person expresses their gender, while gender expression refers to biological characteristics
b) Gender identity is a person’s internal sense of being male, female, or nonbinary, while gender expression is how a person communicates their gender through behavior, clothing, or appearance
c) Gender expression is determined by society, and gender identity is based on cultural norms
d) Gender expression is constant, while gender identity changes frequently
Correct Answer: b) Gender identity is a person’s internal sense of being male, female, or nonbinary, while gender expression is how a person communicates their gender through behavior, clothing, or appearance
Explanation: Gender identity is an internal sense of self, while gender expression is how a person presents their gender to others.
Question 37
What is meant by ‘sticky floors’ in the context of workplace diversity?
a) A term that describes the barriers preventing women and minorities from leaving entry-level positions
b) A policy that ensures women stay in leadership roles
c) A process of promoting diversity in hiring practices
d) A situation where men are promoted more quickly than women
Correct Answer: a) A term that describes the barriers preventing women and minorities from leaving entry-level positions
Explanation: "Sticky floors" refers to the barriers that prevent individuals, especially women and minorities, from advancing beyond lower-level jobs within an organization.
Question 38
What is the purpose of structured interviews in the hiring process?
a) To ensure candidates are asked personalized questions
b) To promote informal discussions with candidates
c) To reduce bias by asking the same job-relevant questions to all applicants
d) To focus on personality traits rather than qualifications
Correct Answer: c) To reduce bias by asking the same job-relevant questions to all applicants
Explanation: Structured interviews involve asking each candidate the same predetermined questions to ensure fairness and reduce the impact of bias.
Question 39
What is disparate treatment in the workplace?
a) When employees are treated differently based on job performance
b) Intentional discrimination against individuals based on their protected class status
c) A legal requirement for promoting workplace diversity
d) A form of unintentional discrimination
Correct Answer: b) Intentional discrimination against individuals based on their protected class status
Explanation: Disparate treatment refers to intentional actions that treat individuals unfairly due to their membership in a protected class, such as race, gender, or religion.
Question 40
What is meant by ‘marginal functions’ in job descriptions?
a) Essential tasks that must be performed by all employees
b) Optional duties that are secondary to the primary job responsibilities
c) Leadership roles that are reserved for management
d) Tasks that are considered highly valuable to the organization
Correct Answer: b) Optional duties that are secondary to the primary job responsibilities
Explanation: Marginal functions are non-essential job duties that are not crucial to the core responsibilities but may still be part of the role.
