Ageism Quiz

What is ageism?

• Discrimination or prejudice against individuals or groups based on their gender.

• Discrimination or prejudice against individuals or groups based on their age.

• Discrimination or prejudice against individuals or groups based on their religion.

• Discrimination or prejudice against individuals or groups based on their race.

Which of the following is a common stereotype associated with older adults?

• Energetic and active

• Tech-savvy

• Adventurous

• Forgetful or senile

How does ageism affect individuals?

• It has no impact on individuals.

• It leads to increased opportunities for employment and social integration.

• It leads to reduced opportunities for employment, social isolation, and negative impacts on mental and physical health.

• It has positive impacts on mental and physical health.

Which of the following is an effect of ageism on older adults?

• Improved cognitive function

• Increased social support

• Decreased physical health

• Social exclusion and isolation

What is age discrimination in the workplace?

• Unfair treatment of employees or job applicants based on their education level

• Unfair treatment of employees or job applicants based on their age

• Unfair treatment of employees or job applicants based on their race

• Unfair treatment of employees or job applicants based on their gender

Which of the following is an example of age discrimination in the workplace?

• Hiring someone based solely on their age

• Refusing to hire someone because they are considered too old for the job

• Refusing to hire someone because they are considered too young for the job

• Offering a lower salary to an older employee with the same qualifications as a younger employee

What is ageism in healthcare?

• Discrimination or unfair treatment based on age in healthcare

• Preferential treatment based on age in healthcare

• Equal treatment for all ages in healthcare

• Age-based healthcare policies

How does ageism in healthcare impact older adults?

• Only physical health is affected

• None of the above

• All of the above

• Only mental health is affected

What is ageism in society?

• Discrimination or prejudice against individuals based on their race

• Discrimination or prejudice against individuals based on their gender

• Discrimination or prejudice against individuals based on their religion

• Discrimination or prejudice against individuals based on their age

Which of the following is an example of ageism in society?

• Assuming that an older person is not capable of making important decisions simply because of their age.

• Assuming that an older person is not capable of physical activity simply because of their age.

• Assuming that an older person is more capable of learning new technology or skills simply because of their age.

• Assuming that an older person is not capable of learning new technology or skills simply because of their age.