Assignment:
1. Describe what is meant by the social construction of race. How can this concept be applied to Americans from multiple racial backgrounds?
2. Discuss how racism can be viewed as both functional and dysfunctional for a society. Be sure to include the three major sociological views in your discussion.
3. Define the term model minority and discuss which minority group is perceived as living up to that image. Why do you think other minorities have not been as fortunate in obtaining a "model" status?
4. Describe how affirmative action programs are perceived by some to have both helped and hindered the mission and goals of certain minority groups. Give examples to support your answer.