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Just Mercy Journal Vocabulary

Total questions: 15

Worksheet time: 45mins

Name
Class
Date
1.

Advocacy

a)

The act of arguing in favor of something, such as a cause, policy, or group.

b)

The process of gathering information for a research project.

c)

A method of teaching that focuses on student-centered learning.

d)

The practice of promoting a product or service through advertising.

2.

Microaggressions

a)

Everyday, subtle, unintentional, and oftentimes dismissive interactions or behaviors that reinforce stereotypes.

b)

Intentional acts of aggression towards marginalized groups.

c)

Overt and explicit forms of discrimination.

d)

Positive interactions that promote inclusivity.

3.

Bias

a)

A personal judgment based on stereotypes and prejudice that can affect decisions and actions.

b)

An objective analysis of facts without personal feelings.

c)

A method of making decisions based solely on data and statistics.

d)

A technique used to ensure fairness in decision-making.

4.

Institutional Racism

a)

Racism that is embedded in the laws and regulations of a society or organization.

b)

Racism that occurs on an individual level without institutional support.

c)

Racism that is only present in certain geographic areas.

d)

Racism that is expressed through personal beliefs and attitudes.

5.

Equity

a)

Fairness and justice in the way people are treated, often requiring different treatment to achieve fairness.

b)

Equal treatment for all individuals regardless of their circumstances.

c)

A financial term referring to ownership in an asset or company.

d)

A legal principle that ensures everyone receives the same outcome.

6.

Stereotype

a)

A widely held but oversimplified and generalized belief about a particular group of people.

b)

A detailed and accurate representation of an individual.

c)

A scientific theory that explains social behavior.

d)

A personal opinion based on individual experiences.

7.

Prejudice

a)

An attitude or bias toward a person or group based on incomplete or faulty knowledge.

b)

A fair and unbiased opinion about a person or group.

c)

A deep understanding of a person's background and experiences.

d)

A legal term used to describe discrimination in court.

8.

Cultural Competence

a)

The ability to understand, communicate with, and effectively interact with people across cultures.

b)

The ability to speak multiple languages fluently.

c)

The ability to adapt to any cultural environment without understanding it.

d)

The ability to avoid cultural interactions altogether.

9.

Discrimination

a)

The fair treatment of all individuals regardless of their background.

b)

The unfair treatment of people based on prejudice, often related to race, age, or gender.

c)

A legal term that refers to the process of evaluating job candidates.

d)

A social movement aimed at promoting equality among different groups.

10.

Social Justice

a)

The belief that everyone should have equal access to education and healthcare.

b)

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

c)

The idea that social classes should be abolished entirely.

d)

The principle that wealth should be distributed based on merit.

11.

Racism

a)

Prejudice, discrimination, or bias directed against a person or group based on their racial or ethnic group, often supported by institutional power.

b)

A belief that one race is superior to another.

c)

The practice of treating all individuals equally regardless of their race.

d)

A social movement aimed at promoting racial equality.

12.

Systemic Inequality

a)

A condition where one group has more access to resources and opportunities than another group, often due to historical and institutional factors.

b)

A situation where all groups have equal access to resources and opportunities.

c)

A term used to describe the economic disparity between different countries.

d)

A concept that refers to the equal distribution of wealth among all individuals.

13.

Resilience

a)

The ability to recover quickly from hardships; strength in the face of adversity.

b)

The capacity to endure pain without showing emotion.

c)

The tendency to avoid challenges and seek comfort.

d)

The skill of managing time effectively.

14.

Implicit Bias

a)

Attitudes or stereotypes that affect our understanding, actions, and decisions in an unconscious manner.

b)

Conscious beliefs that guide our actions and decisions.

c)

Explicit preferences that are openly expressed.

d)

Cognitive dissonance that occurs when beliefs and actions conflict.

15.

Allyship

a)

The practice of emphasizing social justice, inclusion, and human rights by members of an in-group to advance the interests of an oppressed or marginalized out-group.

b)

A strategy used by individuals to gain personal power and influence within a group.

c)

A method of promoting competition among different social groups.

d)

The act of remaining neutral in social justice issues to avoid conflict.