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Identity Development Answers

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Which of the following statements concerning the influence of culture on ethnic identity formation is accurate?

A
One will reject ethnic identity if cultural stereotypes are encountered.
B
If one’s ethnicity is different from the dominant cultural group, then one’s ethnic identity will become weakened.
C
If an ethnic group is accepted by dominant culture, then ethnic identity formation can be a difficult process.
D
Similarity to the dominant culture can determine how easy it is for one to accept ethnic differences.
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Makeup is a cosmetic that only women use.

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Why is the family unit important to the development of ethnic identity?

A
The family unit is responsible for much of the information about the ethnic group.
B
The family unit is the only group that has an effect on the development of ethnic identity.
C
The family unit is the only group that is able to educate family members about ethnicity.
D
The family unit must prepare an individual for societal stereotypes and acts of discrimination.
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Some people believe that women suffer from gender inequality in this society because gender roles __________.

A
are applied very traditionally by some
B
have not changed since the early 1800s
C
are inflexible and similar in every culture
D
are incapable of expressing true equality
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Which of the following statements regarding ethnic identity formation is accurate?

A
Experiences of discrimination will only decrease the strength of one’s ethnic identity.
B
Acceptance of ethnicity is essential for developing a positive or healthy ethnic identity.
C
Encounters with individuals demonstrating tolerance for ethnic differences often weaken one’s ethnic identity.
D
Adolescents who have accepted their ethnic heritage demonstrate lower self-esteem than those who do not.
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For teens whose ethnic heritages differ from the dominant culture, developing a positive ethnic identity is generally correlated to __________ self-esteem and _________ mental health.

A
higher . . . better
B
lower . . . reduced
C
average . . . average
D
no . . . unstable
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Briefly describe the importance of the Tchambuli/Chambri culture in the study of gender roles.

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A family will likely experience institutional completeness if they live in a neighborhood in which they are the only family of their ethnic group.

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Describe the difference between one’s gender identity and one’s sexual identity.

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Cultural norms influence what is perceived as proper behavior throughout a society.

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