Understanding Epistemic Injustice

What is the main reason Zion is not given equal opportunity to showcase his knowledge in class?

• He is not interested in the subject.

• He does not participate in class.

• The teacher is biased against him.

• He is not as knowledgeable as his peers.

Which of the following best describes testimonial injustice?

• A lack of shared language to express experiences.

• Unfairly discrediting someone's word due to prejudices.

• Ignoring someone's opinion because they are young.

• Misunderstanding due to cultural differences.

What is an example of hermeneutical injustice?

• A manager ignoring a female employee's suggestions.

• A coach selecting a team captain based on race.

• A lack of terminology to describe certain experiences.

• A teacher favoring certain students over others.

Who is credited with coining the term 'epistemic injustice'?

• A business manager

• Zion

• Miranda Fricker

• A black female intellectual

Why is it important to recognize and address epistemic injustices?

• To make sure everyone speaks the same language.

• To promote only the voices of the majority.

• To prevent the loss of valuable information and address suffering.

• To ensure everyone has the same opinions.