Assignment:
Part I
Define the following terms:
Term Definition
White privilege
Racial profiling
Racism
Reverse discrimination
Part II
Complete the following using the MySocLab Social Explorer Map: Income Inequality by Race located on your student website:
Select 1 racial group from the list below:
African American
Asian American
Arab American
Hispanic American/Latino
White/Caucasian
Write a 250- to 350-word summary of the economic, social, and political standings of that group. Use additional resources if necessary, from the University Library or your textbooks.
Part III
Answer the following in 150 to 250 words each:
How do racial groups interact in contemporary America? Are interactions positive, negative, or neutral? Support your response using proper citations.
Are there existing social inequities based on race? Why or why not?
What do you believe to be the causes of racial prejudice and discrimination in today's society?