Understanding Racial Identity and Segregation

How does living in a racially similar community affect individuals?

• It decreases access to cultural events.

• It results in lower property values.

• It leads to increased discrimination.

• It promotes feelings of pride and safety.

What was one method used to maintain segregation in the United States?

• Encouraging multicultural neighborhoods

• Using protests and violence

• Promoting interracial marriages

• Offering incentives for diverse communities

What was the purpose of redlining in the United States?

• To promote equal property values

• To encourage diverse communities

• To rank areas based on racial composition

• To provide loans to all families

How did the residents of Warren County respond to the dumping of toxic soil?

• They ignored the issue.

• They moved to another area.

• They blocked delivery trucks and took legal action.

• They accepted compensation from the government.

What is a key focus of racial justice movements?

• Encouraging racial segregation

• Protecting the environment and its inhabitants

• Promoting economic inequality

• Reducing cultural diversity