Biden: Supreme Court's College Ruling Can't Be Last Word

The transcript discusses the role of diversity in college admissions, focusing on the use of race as one of many factors in the selection process. It critiques a recent court decision that ends affirmative action, arguing that diversity strengthens institutions like the military and schools. The speaker emphasizes the importance of equal opportunity and calls for continued efforts to ensure diversity in education.

What was the court's stance on the use of race in college admissions prior to the recent decision?

• Race was the primary factor in admissions.

• Race could be used as one of many factors.

• Race was not allowed to be considered at all.

• Race was the sole factor in admissions.

What is a common misconception about affirmative action in college admissions?

• It disregards race as a factor in admissions.

• It prioritizes test scores above all else.

• It ensures only the most qualified students are admitted.

• It allows unqualified students to be admitted over qualified ones.

How do colleges determine which students to admit under affirmative action policies?

• By admitting students based solely on race.

• By selecting students randomly from all applicants.

• By considering a range of factors after establishing a qualified pool.

• By focusing only on test scores and grades.

Why does the speaker believe diversity is important in colleges?

• It limits the range of talents in the nation.

• It weakens the educational institutions.

• It strengthens colleges by tapping into a wide range of talents.

• It has no impact on the strength of the nation.

What does the speaker suggest about equal opportunity across the country?

• It is only important in certain regions.

• It is available everywhere.

• It is not yet available everywhere.

• It is irrelevant to college admissions.