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Understanding Diversity Semester 1 Final Review

Total questions: 67

Worksheet time: 34mins

Name
Class
Date
1.
Where we grew up does not affect our cultural practices.
a)
True
b)
False
2.
Diversity is about recognizing all of the following factors: age, gender, race, language, physical abilities, sexual orientation, political affiliations, and religious affiliations, in addition to other considerations.
a)
True
b)
False
3.
If we recognize diversity and understand culture, our ability to work with others is usually more successful.
a)
True
b)
False
4.
Culture is the patterns of daily life learned consciously and unconsciously by a group of people.
a)
True
b)
False
5.
Morale increases when everyone feels that he or she is welcome and appreciated, regardless of background.
a)
True
b)
False
6.
Discrimination against ethnic minorities no longer exists.
a)
True
b)
False
7.
What are some of the ways that we are diverse?
a)
Race, gender, and age
b)
Physical appearance, religion, and education
c)
Cultural background, sexual orientation, and physical abilities
d)
All of the above
8.
Some discussions about diversity address which of the following?
a)
Foods people eat.
b)
The way people talk.
c)
Music people listen to.
d)
All of the above
9.
Culture has to do with what, and how, people learn from each other and DOES NOT include which of the following?
a)
Beliefs
b)
Practices
c)
Intolerance
d)
Behaviors
10.
Diversity may include which of the following?
a)
Foods people eat
b)
Race
c)
Politics
d)
All of the above
11.
The treatment of a person, group, or concept as secondary, unimportant, inferior, or abnormal compared with those who hold more power in society.
a)
marginalization
b)
multicultural
c)
prejudice
d)
scapegoating
12.
A premature judgement or belief formed about a person, group, or concept before gaining sufficient knowledge or by selectively disregarding facts.
a)
multicultural
b)
prejudice
c)
privilege
d)
scapegoating
13.
An oversimplified generalization about a person or group of people without regard for individual differences.
a)
multicultural
b)
privilege
c)
stereotype
d)
scapegoating
14.
Means many or multiple cultures.
a)
multicultural
b)
prejudice
c)
privilege
d)
scapegoating
15.
Blaming an individual or group for something based on that person or group's identity when the person or group is not responsible.
a)
multicultural
b)
prejudice
c)
stereotype
d)
scapegoating
16.
Which of the following does culture not affect?
a)
What we believe
b)
How we think
c)
Our values
d)
Culture affects all of the above
17.
Most of us unconsciously tend to expect others to _____________ in ways that are familiar to us.
a)
Act
b)
Dress
c)
Behave
d)
Any of the above
18.
What are some of the challenges in being part of a diverse community?
a)
Coordinating different styles of working
b)
Learning to communicate across cultural and language differences.
c)
Developing flexibility and willingness to adapt to change.
d)
All of the above.
19.
An inclination or preference either for or against an individual or group that interferes with impartial judgment.
a)
bias
b)
discrimination
c)
diversity
d)
ideology
20.
The denial of justice, resources, and fair treatment of individuals and groups through employment, education, housing, banking, etc.
a)
bias
b)
culture
c)
discrimination
d)
diversity
21.
A collection of beliefs, ideas, and/or values that are not based on factual evidence and form the basis of economic, sociological, or political policy.
a)
culture
b)
discrimination
c)
diversity
d)
ideology
22.
Means different or varied.
a)
bigotry
b)
discrimination
c)
diversity
d)
ideology
23.
An unreasonable or irrational attachment to negative stereotypes and prejudices of individuals and groups belonging to one or more social identities.
a)
bigotry
b)
culture
c)
discrimination
d)
diversity
24.
Cultural variations in verbal and nonverbal communication are significant and can greatly impact how individuals from different cultures understand and interact with each other.
a)
True
b)
False
25.
Which of the following is NOT a form of nonverbal communication?
a)
Gestures
b)
Facial Expressions
c)
Use of Silence
d)
Eye Contact
26.
Culturally sensitive interpersonal skills are essential for building meaningful relationships and fostering understanding between people from diverse backgrounds.
a)
True
b)
False
27.
Which of the following is NOT a reason that cultural sensitivity is important?
a)
Our culture influences many aspects of our lives.
b)
Cultural sensitivity allows us to respond in a respectful and appropriate manner to different types of people in a way that recognizes and affirms their worth, regardless of their cultural background.
c)
People who are culturally sensitive are able to effectively function in other cultures.
d)
Cultural sensitivity allows people to learn how to offend other people.
28.
Which of the following is NOT a way to demonstrate culturally sensitive interpersonal skills?
a)
Active Listening
b)
Empathy
c)
Making Assumptions
d)
Flexibility
29.

Christians believe that Jesus of Nazareth was the Jewish messiah and...

a)
A. savior of the world.
b)
B. holy admiral
c)
C. God’s spiritual captain
d)
D. protector of the world
30.

Hindus believe a deity wrote the Vedas which are:

a)
A. two holy books of visions.
b)
B. four holy books of Hinduism written in Sanskrit.
c)
C. words of the universe.
d)
D. two brothers who worshiped nature.
31.

What is the holy place where followers of Islam worship?

a)
A. church
b)
B. mosque
c)
C. yurt
d)
D. the great outdoors
32.

The Hebrew name for their only God used in the Bible is_______ and because they only worship one God, they are considered…

a)
A. Brother, pantheistic
b)
B. Guru, non-theistic
c)
C. Mana, polytheistic
d)
D. Yahweh, monotheistic
33.

Followers of Christianity read the Holy Bible, which included the New Testament and the Hebrew Bible. What is the Hebrew Bible also known as?

a)
A. The Old Pages
b)
B. The new Vedas
c)
C. The Old Testament
d)
D. Yahweh’s works
34.

Hindus believe in karma, or that people create their own destiny through...

a)
A. good thoughts only
b)
B. bad choices
c)
C. every action, word or thought
d)
D. how much they gossip.
35.

Buddhists believe that people are reincarnated until they reach ___________, an inner peace or enlightenment.

a)
A. nirvana
b)
B. state of light
c)
C. state of wealth
d)
D. heaven
36.

Muslims follow the teachings of Muhammad the prophet. What is a prophet?

a)
A. God of Creation and Destruction
b)
B. Father’s light
c)
C. Messenger of God
d)
D. Hell predictor
37.

Judaism is practiced by Jews, who in ancient times were called…

a)
A. Judas
b)
B. Sunnis
c)
C. Hebrews
d)
D. Chaldeans
38.
"Pantheistic"
a)
Hindu belief that the universe is God and God is the Universe
b)
Branch of Islam that believe God chose Ali (Prophet Muhammad’s blood relative) to be caliph of Islam and Muhammad’s successor.
c)
Place of worship for Christians.
d)
Temple of worship for Jews.
39.
"Karma"
a)
Hindu belief that the universe is God and God is the Universe
b)
Buddhist belief that our past actions and present doings result in our own happiness or sorrow.
c)
Place of worship for Christians.
d)
Buddhist place of worship in addition to worshipping at home.
e)
Temple of worship for Jews.
40.
"Shia"
a)
Branch of Islam that believe God chose Ali (Prophet Muhammad’s blood relative) to be caliph of Islam and Muhammad’s successor.
b)
Buddhist place of worship in addition to worshipping at home.
c)
Temple of worship for Jews.
d)
Followers of Islam.
e)
Part of Islamic holy text; Collection of traditions containing sayings of the prophet Muhammad that offer guidance for Muslims.
41.
"Samsara"
a)
Buddhist place of worship in addition to worshipping at home.
b)
Branch of Islam that denied that a blood relative of Muhammad needed to be the Caliph of Islam, hence leaders before Ali were acceptable.
c)
Followers of Islam.
d)
Hindu word for reincarnation; belief that after death, the souls of humans and animals will be reborn depending on the karma of their past life, which can be purified through dharma, or religious duties.
42.
"Temples"
a)
Branch of Islam that believe God chose Ali (Prophet Muhammad’s blood relative) to be caliph of Islam and Muhammad’s successor.
b)
Place of worship for Christians.
c)
Buddhist place of worship in addition to worshiping at home.
d)
Temple of worship for Jews.
e)
Followers of Islam.
43.
"Sunni"
a)
Hindu belief that the universe is God and God is the Universe
b)
Buddhist place of worship in addition to worshipping at home.
c)
Branch of Islam that denied that a blood relative of Muhammad needed to be the Caliph of Islam, hence leaders before Ali were acceptable.
d)
Part of Islamic holy text; Collection of traditions containing sayings of the prophet Muhammad that offer guidance for Muslims.
e)
Part of Islamic holy text; believed to be the word of God as dictated to Muhammad by the angel Gabriel.
44.
"Mandir"
a)
Buddhist place of worship in addition to worshipping at home.
b)
Buddhist beliefs: 1. All life is suffering. 2.Desire is the cause of pain 3. End pain by overcoming one’s desires. 4.To overcome desire, have virtue and compassion for all living things.
c)
Temple of worship for Jews.
d)
Part of Islamic holy text; believed to be the word of God as dictated to Muhammad by the angel Gabriel.
e)
Temple where Hindus worship
45.
"Four Noble Truths"
a)
Buddhist place of worship in addition to worshipping at home.
b)
Buddhist beliefs: 1. All life is suffering. 2.Desire is the cause of pain 3. End pain by overcoming one’s desires. 4.To overcome desire, have virtue and compassion for all living things.
c)
Temple of worship for Jews.
d)
Branch of Islam that denied that a blood relative of Muhammad needed to be the Caliph of Islam, hence leaders before Ali were acceptable.
e)
Part of Islamic holy text; Collection of traditions containing sayings of the prophet Muhammad that offer guidance for Muslims.
46.
"Synagogue"
a)
Temple of worship for Jews.
b)
Hindu belief that the universe is God and God is the Universe
c)
Place of worship for Christians.
d)
Buddhist place of worship in addition to worshipping at home.
e)
Buddhist beliefs: 1. All life is suffering. 2.Desire is the cause of pain 3. End pain by overcoming one’s desires. 4.To overcome desire, have virtue and compassion for all living things.
47.
Which ethnic group have a complex history, including the forced migration of millions during the transatlantic slave trade? They have faced centuries of racial discrimination and struggle for civil rights.
a)
Hispanic Americans
b)
Native Americans
c)
African Americans
d)
Asian Americans
48.
Which ethnic group has enriched American culture with their cuisine, music, dance (e.g., salsa, tango), and art? They have also made notable contributions in fields like literature, science, and politics.
a)
Hispanic Americans
b)
Native Americans
c)
African Americans
d)
Asian Americans
49.
Which ethnic group maintains customs related to their respective cultures, including Lunar New Year celebrations, traditional clothing, and family-focused values?
a)
Hispanic Americans
b)
Native Americans
c)
African Americans
d)
Asian Americans
50.
Which ethnic group maintains their cultural traditions, ceremonies, and languages like Powwows, sweat lodges, and storytelling?
a)
Hispanic Americans
b)
Native Americans
c)
African Americans
d)
Asian Americans
51.

What is the scared text of Judaism?

a)

Vedas

b)

Torah

c)

Tripitaka

d)

Quran

52.

Which of the following is the best definition of poverty?

a)

A condition in which people lack the financial resources to meet basic needs

b)

Owning fewer luxury items than others

c)

Temporary unemployment for any reason

d)

A decline in economic growth in a country

53.

Which of the following best describes cultural diversity?

a)

The belief that one culture is superior to another

b)

A society that is composed of people from different cultural backgrounds

c)

A community where everyone shares the same customs

d)

A group of people who follow the same religion

54.

Culture can be defined as:

a)

The genetic traits shared by a group of people

b)

The language spoken by a country

c)

A system of laws within a society

d)

The shared beliefs, values and practices of a group of people

55.

Which of the following is a central belief in Buddhism?

a)

Jesus is the savior

b)

Reincarnation is not possible

c)

The Four Noble Truths

d)

Belief in one God

56.

Which group is known for celebrating traditions such as Dia de los Muertos and quinceañeras?

a)

Asian Americans

b)

Hispanic Americans

c)

African Americans

d)

Native Americans

57.

What is the term for an oversimplified and fixed idea about a group of people?

a)

Multicultural

b)

Stereotype

c)

Marginalization

d)

Privilege

58.
This is a symbol of...
a)
Hinduism
b)
Buddhism
c)
Animism
d)
Islam
59.

Which religion believes in the law of karma, reincarnation and the caste system?

a)

Hinduism

b)

Buddhism

c)

Judaism

d)

Islam

60.
The belief in one God is 
a)
Paganism 
b)
Polytheism
c)
Monotheism 
d)
Oligarchism 
61.

What religion believes in a Brahman (one universal spirit)?

a)

Buddhism

b)

Christianity

c)

Hinduism

d)

Confucianism

62.
Which one of the following is not considered as a social indicator of poverty?
a)
Illiteracy level
b)

Lack of access to health care

c)
Inadequate safe drinking water
d)
Ample job opportunities
63.
The access that people have to important life resources (e.g., safe neighborhood, healthy food, consistent contact with educated adults) is called
a)
life chances
b)
conspicuous consumption
c)
power
d)
redistribution
64.

Why is it important to learn about different cultures?

a)

To learn about different cuisines

b)

It's not important

c)

To understand and appreciate the diversity in the world

d)

To do well in school

65.

What is a cultural tradition?

a)

A new video game

b)

A practice or custom that is passed down through generations within a culture

c)

Wealth, personality and physical health

d)

A rule made by the government

66.

A “way of life” for a group of people. The way these people do things, religion they believe, traditions they follow, music they listen to, etc.

a)

intersectionality

b)

equity

c)

community

d)

culture

67.

Which would be an example of an ethnic group?

a)

people who grow similar food

b)

people who share a belief in god or gods

c)

people who share a language or religion

d)

people who like to read the same literature