Stereotypes

Based on a 2007 survey of over 180 teachers, what negative stereotypes were commonly associated with Black students?

• Aggressive and stubborn

• Shy and meek

• Selfish and materialistic

• Industrious and intelligent

How did the "model minority" stereotype initially emerge and evolve in the mid-20th century?

• It was first used to describe Chinese Americans, then Japanese Americans who were praised for their compliance and diligence after WWII.

• It was created by Asian American activists to promote their communities.

• It was a term used by the US government to encourage all minority groups to assimilate.

• It originated from academic studies highlighting the exceptional academic achievements of Asian students.

What was a primary political motivation behind promoting the "model minority" narrative in the 1960s?

• To celebrate the success of Asian American communities.

• To discredit the demands of the Civil Rights Movement by contrasting Asian American success with the struggles of Black Americans.

• To encourage other minority groups to adopt similar work ethics.

• To highlight the diversity within the Asian American population.

Which of the following is a negative consequence of the "model minority" stereotype?

• It leads to increased funding for social programs in Asian communities.

• It encourages teachers to provide more support to struggling Asian students.

• It makes it harder to recognize racial violence and discrimination against Asian Americans.

• It promotes a more nuanced understanding of diverse Asian cultures.