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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 2.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Historically, who is allowed to assimilate in the U.S.?
(a) Asian immigrants.
(b) African immigrants.
(c) Irish immigrants.
(d) Italian immigrants.

2. What does Diangelo say about racism in relation to society?
(a) It is present in society but not a big deal.
(b) It is only an issue for people of color.
(c) It is deeply embedded in society.
(d) It is only an issue for white people.

3. When does racism occur?
(a) When someone perpetuates racist stereotypes.
(b) When someone uses a racial slur.
(c) When a racial group’s prejudice is backed by legal authority and institutional control.
(d) When white kids make fun of children of color.

4. What is the concept of the melting pot?
(a) The idea that global warming harms the US the most.
(b) The idea that America is for white people only.
(c) The idea that global warming has an impact on race talk.
(d) The idea that America is an amalgamation of all different cultures.

5. What happens to whites who are against racism?
(a) They still benefit from a system that privileges whites.
(b) Their white privileges are revoked.
(c) They go to historically black colleges.
(d) They have more friends of color.

Short Answer Questions

1. What is the general understanding of whiteness, as defined in Chapter 2?

2. What is ideology?

3. Who is Robin Diangelo?

4. What is race?

5. What kinds of audiences does Diangelo primarily lead?

(see the answer key)

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