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Identity vocabulary

Total questions: 27

Worksheet time: 27mins

Name
Class
Date
1.

When we apply positive or negative qualities to social groups and members of that group. That is, we have a positive or negative response, unconsciously. Often these biases are so deeply ingrained that we are unaware of them.

a)

Implicit bias

b)

Confirmation bias

c)

Anchoring effect bias

d)

Selection bias

e)

Backfire bias

2.

When we dig in our heels and support our own side even more strongly when we are presented (or threatened!) with conflicting evidence

a)

Implicit bias

b)

Confirmation bias

c)

Anchoring effect bias

d)

Selection bias

e)

Backfire bias

3.

When we rely on one piece of information so that one bit of evidence takes on too much value.

a)

Implicit bias

b)

Confirmation bias

c)

Anchoring effect bias

d)

Selection bias

e)

Backfire bias

4.

When the group or people studied were already part of a select group, which skews results. For example, if you study only elite athletes to see whether chocolate milk can be healthy, you won’t know how ordinary people will fare if they drink lots of chocolate milk.

a)

Implicit bias

b)

Confirmation bias

c)

Anchoring effect bias

d)

Selection bias

e)

Backfire bias

5.

When we are more open to information and ideas that support the beliefs we already have. Often, this type of bias makes it so that we don’t notice when we reject rational evidence for the other side and embrace less-strong evidence for the side we already agree with or want

a)

Implicit bias

b)

Confirmation bias

c)

Anchoring effect bias

d)

Selection bias

e)

Backfire bias

6.

Unfair TREATMENT of one person or group of people because of the person or group’s identity (e.g., race, gender, ability, religion, culture, etc.).

a)

Selection bias

b)

Stereotype

c)

Prejudice

d)

Discrimination

7.

Judging or having an idea about someone or a group of people before you actually know them.

a)

Backfire bias

b)

Stereotype

c)

Prejudice

d)

Discrimination

8.

The false idea that all members of a group are the same and think and behave in the same way.

a)

Backfire bias

b)

Stereotype

c)

Prejudice

d)

Discrimination

9.

The view that everyone deserves equal economic, political, and social rights and opportunities.

a)

Social Justice

b)

Stereotype

c)

Prejudice

d)

Discrimination

10.

A statement, action, or incident that is usually indirect, subtle, or unintentional discrimination against members of a marginalized group such as a racial or ethnic minority. They happen casually, frequently, and often without any harm intended.

a)

Discrimination

b)

Stereotype

c)

Prejudice

d)

Microaggression

11.

The distinguishing character or personality of an individual : individuality.

a)

Bias

b)

Identity

c)

Community

d)

Culture

12.

A group of people living in the same place or having a particular characteristic in common.

a)

Bias

b)

Identity

c)

Community

d)

Culture

13.

A preference either for or against an individual or group that affects fair judgment.

a)

Bias

b)

Identity

c)

Community

d)

Culture

14.

What impacts identity? Choose all that apply.

a)

Family

b)

Friends

c)

The community you live in

d)

Organizations you belong to

15.

The customs, arts, social institutions, and achievements of a particular nation, people, or other social group.

a)

Culture

b)

Community

c)

Cohort

16.

the condition of having or being composed of differing elements


especially : the inclusion of different types of people (such as people of different races or cultures) in a group or organization

a)

variety

b)

diversity

c)

adversity

d)

community

17.

True or False: Stereotyping can lead to prejudice which can lead to discrimination.

a)

True

b)

False

18.

True or False: Labels and assumptions about others can negatively impact our perception of others.

a)

True

b)

False

19.

True or False: Unlike individuals, nations cannot have identities.

a)

True

b)

False

20.

Select all statements that are true.

a)

We are unique individuals with varying perspectives.

b)

In order to have productive conversations in this class, we need to take time to understand where everyone is coming from and why we think the way we do.

c)

Our goal this year is to build a community that feels safe and accepting for everyone.

21.

True or False: You can only belong to one community.

a)

True

b)

False

22.

True or False: America is made up of diverse people who all contribute to the culture.

a)

True

b)

False

23.

True or False: What it means to be American does not vary from person to person.

a)

True

b)

False

24.

True or False: American identity is always evolving and changing.

a)

True

b)

False

25.

Engagement in a respectful conversation intended to enhance understanding; usually grounded in the idea that people may have differing views.

a)

Argument

b)

Inclusion

c)

Microaggression

d)

Civil Discourse

26.

All of the following are helpful strategies to engage in civil discourse EXCEPT

a)

Listen

b)

Show respect

c)

Keep repeating yourself

d)

Be brief

27.

True or False: You are SUPER excited to be in Civics class right now!

a)

True

b)

False (don't pick this one)