Donovan, Marlon, and Imani went to a popular restaurant in their neighborhood to celebrate Marlon’s birthday. When they were seated at their table, they were asked to pay for their food before being served. Donovan asked people at nearby tables if they also had to pay before being served. They all responded that they did not. Donovan, Marlon, and Imani were the only Black people in the restaurant.Which statement from a White customer in the restaurant is evidence of unconscious White privilege?
Answer
A
“I’ve never heard of someone being asked to pay up front! I didn’t know that was a thing!”
B
“Wow! That’s discrimination for sure.”
C
“Let’s leave right now! I’m going to log a complaint with the Better Business Bureau.”
D
“That happened to a friend of mine in Denver.”
Explanation
The White customer’s surprise that anyone would be asked to pay before being served shows they may not have encountered this kind of unequal treatment themselves. That lack of awareness can reflect White privilege: not having to anticipate or experience discrimination in everyday situations. The statement does not prove intent, but it is evidence of an unrecognized difference in experience.
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