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QuizMultiple Choice

Women and Femmes of Color in Oppressive Systems

Question 13 • CA-Ethnic Studies

What does "stereotype threat” refer to?

Answer
A
the opposition to stereotypes represented within popular culture
B
the risk of conforming to stereotypes about one’s identity group
C
the portrayal of stereotypes in movies, TV shows, and news stories
D
the creation of stereotypes against people who do not fit social norms

Explanation

Stereotype threat is the risk that a person may confirm or be judged by a negative stereotype about a group they belong to. For example, worrying about a stereotype can affect someone’s performance in a situation where that stereotype is relevant. So the correct choice is “the risk of conforming to stereotypes about one’s identity group.”

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