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- December 14, 2024
Question 01
What is ‘aversive racism’?
a) A type of racism that is openly hostile
b) Holding egalitarian beliefs while still possessing negative feelings toward racial minorities
c) Racism practiced only in specific regions
d) A belief that racism no longer exists
Correct Answer: b) Holding egalitarian beliefs while still possessing negative feelings toward racial minorities
Explanation: Aversive racism occurs when individuals claim to hold non-prejudiced beliefs but still harbor subconscious negative feelings or stereotypes about minorities.
Question 02
What does the term ‘benevolent sexism’ refer to?
a) Hostile attitudes toward women
b) Discriminatory practices that appear to be kind or protective but are still harmful
c) Practices that promote equal pay for women
d) Stereotypes that favor men in the workplace
Correct Answer: b) Discriminatory practices that appear to be kind or protective but are still harmful
Explanation: Benevolent sexism includes positive stereotypes that suggest women are weaker and need protection, which can limit their opportunities and reinforce gender inequality.
Question 03
What is ‘intersectionality’ in the context of discrimination?
a) Discrimination based solely on race
b) Discrimination based on multiple, overlapping social identities like race, gender, and class
c) A hiring policy that promotes diversity
d) A form of age-based discrimination
Correct Answer: b) Discrimination based on multiple, overlapping social identities like race, gender, and class
Explanation: Intersectionality recognizes that individuals can experience discrimination from the combination of multiple marginalized identities.
Question 04
What is ‘glass cliff’?
a) When women are prevented from advancing to senior positions
b) When women are given leadership roles during times of crisis, increasing their likelihood of failure
c) A policy that promotes gender equality in promotions
d) A hiring strategy that excludes women from management
Correct Answer: b) When women are given leadership roles during times of crisis, increasing their likelihood of failure
Explanation: The glass cliff refers to the phenomenon where women are more likely to be placed in leadership roles during periods of crisis or downturns, making their positions precarious.
Question 05
What is meant by ’employee resource groups’ (ERGs)?
a) Informal groups for socializing outside of work
b) Voluntary groups for employees who share a particular diversity dimension such as race or gender
c) Formal training programs for new employees
d) Groups created to help employees transition into management
Correct Answer: b) Voluntary groups for employees who share a particular diversity dimension such as race or gender
Explanation: ERGs support underrepresented employees, providing a sense of community and a platform for addressing shared concerns within the organization.
Question 06
What is the ‘social identity theory’?
a) The theory that people have no inherent identity and are shaped entirely by society
b) The idea that individuals categorize themselves into groups, and these group memberships affect their self-concept and behavior
c) A theory explaining discrimination in hiring practices
d) The process of encouraging diversity in the workplace
Correct Answer: b) The idea that individuals categorize themselves into groups, and these group memberships affect their self-concept and behavior
Explanation: Social identity theory explains how people identify with specific groups and derive a part of their self-esteem from group membership, which can influence in-group favoritism and out-group bias.
Question 07
What is ‘internalized oppression’?
a) When people from marginalized groups believe negative stereotypes about their own group
b) When employers impose discriminatory policies
c) A process of reinforcing stereotypes through education
d) A practice of excluding certain groups from leadership roles
Correct Answer: a) When people from marginalized groups believe negative stereotypes about their own group
Explanation: Internalized oppression occurs when individuals from marginalized communities accept harmful stereotypes or societal judgments about their abilities or worth.
Question 08
What is ‘structured interview’?
a) A type of interview where questions vary based on the candidate’s background
b) An interview process where the same set of questions is consistently applied to all candidates
c) An informal interview that focuses on personality traits
d) A method of interviewing that adapts based on the interviewer’s preference
Correct Answer: b) An interview process where the same set of questions is consistently applied to all candidates
Explanation: Structured interviews ensure consistency and fairness by asking all candidates the same questions and evaluating them on standardized criteria.
Question 09
What does ‘statistical discrimination’ refer to?
a) Discriminating based on stereotypes without evidence
b) Using observable characteristics such as race or gender as proxies for determining an individual’s productivity
c) Favoring candidates with higher education
d) A legal term for unintentional discrimination
Correct Answer: b) Using observable characteristics such as race or gender as proxies for determining an individual's productivity
Explanation: Statistical discrimination occurs when employers make assumptions about individuals’ abilities or performance based on group characteristics rather than assessing their actual skills.
Question 10
What is ‘miscegenation’?
a) Discrimination based on race and ethnicity
b) Interracial marriage or cohabitation
c) A policy promoting cultural diversity in the workplace
d) A form of gender discrimination
Correct Answer: b) Interracial marriage or cohabitation
Explanation: Miscegenation refers to the historical legal and social term used to describe the mixing of races through marriage, cohabitation, or sexual relations.
Question 11
What is the ‘Age Discrimination in Employment Act’ (ADEA) designed to do?
a) Protect workers over 40 from discrimination in hiring, promotion, and other employment practices
b) Promote the hiring of younger workers
c) Ensure that all employees receive equal pay
d) Regulate the retirement age for older workers
Correct Answer: a) Protect workers over 40 from discrimination in hiring, promotion, and other employment practices
Explanation: The ADEA protects workers aged 40 and older from age-based discrimination, ensuring they have equal opportunities in the workplace.
Question 12
What is the concept of ‘brain drain’?
a) The loss of skilled workers who leave a company for better opportunities
b) A process where individuals lose cognitive abilities due to stress
c) An educational method for enhancing employee skills
d) A policy for promoting diversity
Correct Answer: a) The loss of skilled workers who leave a company for better opportunities
Explanation: Brain drain refers to the phenomenon where highly educated and skilled professionals leave a country or organization for better job prospects elsewhere, often resulting in a talent gap.
Question 13
What is ‘hostile environment harassment’?
a) Unwanted behavior that makes the workplace uncomfortable or intimidating for employees
b) A legal process for addressing discrimination claims
c) A form of harassment limited to verbal insults
d) A method of enforcing workplace policies
Correct Answer: a) Unwanted behavior that makes the workplace uncomfortable or intimidating for employees
Explanation: Hostile environment harassment refers to behaviors or actions that create an intimidating or offensive workplace atmosphere, making it difficult for employees to perform their jobs.
Question 14
What is ‘stereotype threat’?
a) The concern that one’s behavior will confirm a negative stereotype about their group
b) The process of assigning roles based on stereotypes
c) A policy that enforces stereotype-based hiring
d) A strategy for promoting inclusion
Correct Answer: a) The concern that one’s behavior will confirm a negative stereotype about their group
Explanation: Stereotype threat occurs when individuals are anxious about conforming to negative stereotypes about their group, which can negatively impact their performance and behavior.
Question 15
What is ‘affirmative action’?
a) A policy that requires diversity quotas in hiring
b) A legal requirement to provide equal employment opportunities
c) A set of practices aimed at increasing representation of underrepresented groups through proactive efforts
d) A strategy for promoting equal pay
Correct Answer: c) A set of practices aimed at increasing representation of underrepresented groups through proactive efforts
Explanation: Affirmative action refers to policies and practices that seek to address historical inequalities by promoting the inclusion of underrepresented groups in areas such as education and employment.
Question 16
What does ‘weight stigma’ imply?
a) Prejudice against individuals based on their body size or weight
b) A workplace policy that promotes physical fitness
c) A bias in hiring based on height and weight
d) The practice of selecting candidates based on their physical appearance
Correct Answer: a) Prejudice against individuals based on their body size or weight
Explanation: Weight stigma involves negative attitudes or discrimination directed at people because of their weight or body size, often leading to social exclusion or unequal treatment.
Question 17
What is ‘religious fundamentalism’?
a) A belief that one set of religious teachings contains absolute truth about humanity and divinity
b) A policy promoting religious diversity in the workplace
c) The legal requirement to accommodate religious practices in the workplace
d) A hiring practice that favors certain religious groups
Correct Answer: a) A belief that one set of religious teachings contains absolute truth about humanity and divinity
Explanation: Religious fundamentalism refers to the belief that a particular religious doctrine or set of teachings is the ultimate truth and should guide all aspects of life, sometimes leading to exclusion or discrimination.
Question 18
What is ‘ableism’?
a) Discrimination based on someone’s level of ability or disability
b) A practice of accommodating employees with disabilities
c) A policy that promotes the hiring of individuals with disabilities
d) Discrimination based on age
Correct Answer: a) Discrimination based on someone's level of ability or disability
Explanation: Ableism refers to the systemic discrimination or bias against individuals with disabilities, often manifesting in exclusionary practices or attitudes.
Question 19
What is meant by ‘constructive discharge’?
a) Voluntary resignation due to personal reasons
b) When working conditions are made so intolerable that an employee feels forced to resign
c) A policy that encourages early retirement
d) Termination of employment due to poor performance
Correct Answer: b) When working conditions are made so intolerable that an employee feels forced to resign
Explanation: Constructive discharge occurs when an employer creates unbearable working conditions, leading the employee to feel they have no choice but to resign.
Question 20
What does ‘human capital’ refer to?
a) Financial resources allocated to human resources departments
b) The knowledge, skills, and experience possessed by an individual that positively impact job performance and earnings
c) The physical assets of a company
d) The total number of employees in an organization
Correct Answer: b) The knowledge, skills, and experience possessed by an individual that positively impact job performance and earnings
Explanation: Human capital is the sum of individuals' skills, knowledge, and experience that contribute to an organization's productivity and economic value.
