Discrimination

James recently learned he was not promoted because the company wanted a younger person to lead the group. This is an example of ______ discrimination.

• Gender

• Race

• Age

• Religion

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CCSS.RL.5.6

What is discrimination?

• Any group of people who are singled out from others in society in which they live for differential and unequal treatment

• Treating a person unfairly because of the who they are or because they possess certain characteristics

• A comprehensive piece of civil rights legislation that guarantees that people with disabilities have the same opportunities as everyone else

• Accommodations that allow a person with a disability to perform the essential functions of the job

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CCSS.RL.5.6

What are types of discrimination? Check all that apply (all that are true).

• Religion

• Age

• Disability

• Race

• Gender

There is a history of discrimination against individuals with disabilities in the United States.

• False

• True

Which of the following sentences best illustrates the concept of discrimination?

• She was chosen for the job because of her skills.

• He was not allowed to enter the club because of his race.

• They were praised for their teamwork.

• The project was completed ahead of schedule.

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CCSS.RL.5.6

In the context of discrimination, what does the term 'bias' mean?

• A fair judgment

• A preference or prejudice

• An accurate assessment

• A neutral opinion

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CCSS.RL.5.6

Which word is an antonym of 'discrimination'?

• Prejudice

• Fairness

• Bias

• Inequality

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CCSS.L.11-12.4A

CCSS.L.7.4A

CCSS.L.7.5B

CCSS.L.8.4A

CCSS.L.9-10.4A

Identify the sentence that contains an example of gender discrimination.

• She was not hired because she lacked experience.

• He was paid less than his female colleagues for the same job.

• They were both given equal opportunities.

• The company promotes diversity in the workplace.

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CCSS.RL.5.6

What is the main theme of the following passage? 'Despite her qualifications, Maria was overlooked for the promotion because the company preferred a male candidate.'

• Workplace efficiency

• Gender equality

• Cultural diversity

• Team collaboration

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CCSS.RI. 9-10.9

CCSS.RI.11-12.9

CCSS.RL.11-12.2

CCSS.RL.8.2

CCSS.RL.9-10.2

Which of the following is an example of age discrimination?

• Hiring someone based on their skills

• Promoting an employee due to their experience

• Not hiring someone because they are too young

• Offering training to all employees

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CCSS.RL.5.6