AGR 201 Quiz 1-6 Midterm Review

T/F: "Leadership capacity is largely based on your job title."

False

T/F: According to the Emotional Intelligence lecture, "Successful leadership has no significant correlation with high emotional intelligence."

False

T/F: According to the lecture on Communication, "Once a message has been sent (intentional or not), it can be reversed and repeated again."

False

T/F: According to your reading, "Conflict should be avoided because conflict results in someone feeling hurt."

False

T/F: Based on the affirmative action articles, is the following statement true or false? "Affirmative action is a federal policy requiring use of quotas during hiring and college admissions."

False

T/F: Discrimination is an action that can be seen and documented but can't cause physical and/or emotional harm to anyone.

False

Which of the following is not an aspect of personal competence?

Ignoring your emotions during interactions with colleagues to focus on problems objectively.

Communication can be:

Interpretive Transactional

T/F: "Emotional intelligence is a set of emotional and social skills."

True

T/F: According to Chapter 12 in the textbook, "Weightism in the workplace is currently as prevalent as racism in the workplace."

True

T/F: According to the Emotional Intelligence article, "Leaders with high emotional intelligence have been shown to more effectively manage and motivate their subordinates."

True

T/F: According to the Emotional Intelligence article, "Self-regulation requires a person to observe their behavior and make changes where necessary."

True

T/F: According to the lecture on Communication,"The tendency to use one's own cultural standards and values to judge the behavior and beliefs of people with different cultures is known as ethnocentrism."

True

T/F: According to the lecture on bodily diversity and lookism, "Even though average body weight and size has increased over time in society, the BMI has been changed to require people to be lighter than in the past to achieve a non-fat designation."

True

T/F: According to the ostracism lecture, is the following statement true or false? "Ostracism is ubiquitous."

True

Which of the following ideas is Not an example of cultural classism?

"People in the working class deserve to be paid a living wage."

According to the lecture on affirmative action, affirmative action began with:

1961 - Presidential Order under President Kennedy

As discussed in the lecture on socioeconomic stratification, what percentage of Tippecanoe County (the county that includes Purdue) residents are not eligible for any food assistance despite being food insecure?

23%

According to the Transaction Model of communication, which of the following is an example of physical context during communication?

A conversation taking place at a construction site.

The Cycle of Diversity Appreciation is comprised of all of the following EXCEPT:

Acceptance Acknowledgment Assimilation Awareness Assimilation

Based on the Emotional Intelligence lecture, which of the following is a skill that will enhance a person's stress management abilities?

Adapting to change

Which of the following is an example of semantic noise during communication?

An American understanding "worker" to mean someone who does work and a Chinese person understanding "worker" to mean someone affiliated with a political party

Dimensions of diversity

Are found within groups Are found within individuals May be hidden or visible

Based on the lecture on communication, what are some examples of ways you might increase the accuracy of your perception of people with disabilities? Please select all that apply.

Ask people without disabilities about their opinions of people with disabilities Attend educational events organized by people with disabilities Ask for feedback from people with disabilities you interact with Watch videos made by people with disabilities or disability advocates - Ask people without disabilities about their opinions of people with disabilities - Attend educational events organized by people with disabilities - Watch videos made by people with disabilities or disability advocates

As discussed in the Emotional Intelligence lecture, which of the following is a skill that will enhance a person's abilities in self-expression?

Asking others how they feel Saying how you feel Changing your appearance based on others' preferences None of the above None of the above

Ethnocentrism makes it

Difficult for us to evaluate a culture using that culture's standards

As stated in the lecture, the Cycle of Diversity Appreciation is comprised of all of the following, EXCEPT:

Assimilation Awareness Acknowledgement Acceptance Assimilation

Which of the following is an example of a dualistic perspective according to Perry's Model of Moral Reasoning?

Believing one's own religion is the one "good" and "right" faith while considering all other faith's "wrong" or "bad"

All of the following are attitudes that can lead to discrimination EXCEPT:

Bias Prejudice Accommodation Stereotyping Bigotry Accommodation

Based on the lecture on Native American communities, which of the following Native American tribes are indigenous to the land near Purdue University? Please select all that apply.

Bodéwadmik (Potawatomi) Diné (Navajo) Lenape (Delaware) Myaamia (Miami) Núuchi-u (Ute) Shaawanwaki (Shawnee) - Bodéwadmik (Potawatomi) - Diné (Navajo) - Lenape (Delaware) - Myaamia (Miami) - Shaawanwaki (Shawnee)

Based on the affirmative action articles, when a white person argues that the only reason they were not hired was because of the race of a person of color without any evidence is a form of:

Colorblind racism

Discussed in Chapter 12 in the textbook, which of the following are forms of lookism? Please select all that apply.

Colorism Ageism Ableism Weightism

You have worked at several restaurants and cafes. Usually your supervisors are rushed, blunt, and reprimand employees who don't do things the way the boss wants. At your new job, your boss is responsible for making sure the café you work at runs efficiently and smoothly. You notice that your boss takes the time to know her workers well enough that she gives advice and corrections differently based on how each person prefers to communicate. Some people receive direct feedback while others are asked indirect questions to prompt them to think more deeply about how they are working and how they can improve. Which of Perry's "Developmental Schema" does your new boss represent?

Commitment to Relativism

Based on your reading in the textbook, which of the following is an example of physical noise during communication?

Construction disrupting conversation

Discussed during the lecture on Native American communities, there are three seeds that represent the most important crops in many Native American communities, often called "The Three Sisters". They complement each other in the garden as well as nutritionally and they are:

Corn, beans, squash

Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of culture?

Culture is universal Culture is learned Culture is fluid and dynamic Culture is abstract Culture is abstract

When does the process of developing intercultural competence end?

Developing intercultural competence is a lifelong process.

As discussed in the lecture on bodily diversity and lookism, what are some reasons why the BMI (body mass index) is an inaccurate tool for assessing health?

Does not account for body composition (fat vs. muscle) Does not account for gender or age Does not account for diet or exercise (behaviors) Does not account for height Does not account for race - Does not account for body composition (fat vs. muscle) - Does not account for gender or age - Does not account for diet or exercise (behaviors)

Based on the Emotional Intelligence lecture, which of the following is a skill that will enhance a person's ability to accurately perceive themselves (self-perception)? Please select all that apply.

Emotional self-awareness Reading Talking with others Thinking positively Emotional self-awareness

Sam grew up having difficulty with his grades despite understanding the information he was taught very well. He eventually graduated and went to a prestigious university where he continued to struggle. Eventually he was diagnosed with ADHD and given several suggestions by a disability resource specialist about how to study in a ways that may work better for him. He tries these out and several of them make his studying much easier and his grades improve over the semester. However, when these strategies work for him, he suddenly becomes overwhelmed with the idea that he has a disability and decides to prove to himself he does not have a disability by rejecting the tools he's been taught and trying to get even better grades by returning to his old study habits. According to Perry's Model of Moral Reasoning, this is an example of:

Escape

According to chapter 4 in the textbook, which of the following could be a barrier to effective, cross-cultural communication?

Ethnocentrism Language differences Inactive listening

Cultural programming is experienced by:

Everyone

T/F: Discussed during the lecture on socioeconomic stratification, "Compared to the other 36 economic peer countries in the Organization for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD), recent data has down that the U.S. has the highest life expectancy."

False

T/F: Is the following statement true or false? "People ultimately aren't able to make choices that would enable them to change the cycle of socialization for themselves or others."

False

Which of the following is Not an example of institutional classism?

Flexible lending programs that have reduced interest rates and lower down payments to allow working class people to purchase homes

The following scenario is an example of which principle of Principled Negotiation? "Judith and Nastasha have been asked to plan a retirement party for a co-worker who has been with the company for 35 years. Judith wants a huge celebration hosted at the J. W. Marriott in the Grand Ballroom and Nastasha, recognizing they have a small budget, advocates for a small but very professional affair in the office's conference room. After much discussion and debate, Judith and Nastasha finally decide to focus on the reason why they were asked to plan the affair, to honor a committed and dedicated co-worker for years of service. As a result, they were able to identify a common goal and interest that helped them to move beyond their opposing ideas and plan a very successful affair."

Focus not on positions, but interests.

Rodney, who is working on a group project with a number of other coworkers in his department, has begun to feel that the rest of the group is not interested in his creative and sometimes unusual ideas. Therefore, he finds it easier to keep quiet and go along with the group even if he disagrees. This is an example of:

Groupthink

When there are acts of vandalism and/or assault aimed at members of a particular ethnic or marginalized group, this behavior is facilitated by:

Hate groups

Based on the affirmative action articles, what are reasons affirmative action or similar practices are needed to address racial disparities in academic success according to Dr. Cashin? Please select all that apply.

Housing segregationExposure to violence Under-resourced K-12 schools

Which of the following is not influenced by a person's emotional intelligence?

How a person acquires wealth.

According to the article on unconscious bias, which of the following statements is not an example of re-fencing?

I visited Thailand so I'd like to visit Japan next.

What are some of the ways in which being around people different from you can help you build your self-awareness?

It challenges you to better explain your values and beliefs during conversations or disagreements with those of differing values or beliefs It challenges you to investigate how you developed your values, beliefs, and identities It allows you to notice aspects of your culture by contrasting your culture to others' culture

Based on reading chapter 12 and the lecture on bodily diversity and lookism, all of the following have been identified as ways that fat people are sometimes deprived of their dignity, EXCEPT:

Limited, more expensive, or less stylish clothing options Discrimination in employment Discrimination while adopting pets Public harassment Demeaning depictions in pop culture Discrimination while adopting pets

As we develop diversity consciousness over time, our thinking will become,

More inclusive More global More flexible

According to the Transaction Model of communication, which of the following is an example of cultural context during communication?

People beginning a conversation by first bowing to each other

Which of the following is an example of an "agent" group?

People with PhDs

Which of the following is an example of a "target" group?

People with disabilities

The EQ-i 2.0 model of emotional intelligence consists of several key components. Which of the following is not an aspect of emotional intelligence in this model?

Power over others.

According to your reading in the textbook, which type of conflict is this: Judges are coming up with criteria for a science fair. One of the judges insists that one of the criteria should include an assessment on the potential impacts of the students' projects on mitigating climate change. Two other judges oppose this and instead want to use that space on the assessment sheet to evaluate the projects based on the potential impacts of the students' projects on addressing gaps in health care.

Priority Conflict

What are ways the medical industry has caused harm to fat people?

Promoting dangerous diets Fat people receive less and worse health care Lack of holistic health support, such as a focus on healthy diet and exercise, instead of just weight loss Over-diagnosis of a variety of medical conditions and under-diagnosis of others

Based on the Emotional Intelligence lecture, which of the following is a skill that will enhance a person's decision-making abilities? Please select all that apply.

Reality testing Social actualization Impulse control Problem-solving - Reality testing - Social actualization - Problem-solving

Which type of conflict is this: A group of leaders of a local organization are looking for a leader of a subcommittee. Some members of the group believe they should form an "advisory board" of the community members that the subcommittee will serve while other organization leaders believe the subcommittee leaders should be appointed by the board.

Relational Conflict

Based on our in class discussion and the textbook, all of these are examples of conflict EXCEPT:

Road rage Wildlife preservation Disagreement between teenagers and parents A filibuster in the U.S. senate Wildlife preservation

You are discussing a topic that you have strong opinions on with someone close to you. The other person also has strong opinions which differ from yours. The conversation becomes heated and you notice your heart rate increasing, your body becoming warm, and also become worried about whether the person may think less of you after your disagreement. Which kinds of self-awareness did you develop upon reflection from this experience based upon the Awareness Wheel?

Sensing, feeling, thinking

According to the lecture on socioeconomic stratification, which of the following are common barriers to achieving financial stability for unhoused people?

Services are often spread out across neighborhoods resulting in long walks or bus rides that eat away at the individuals' time and energy. Individuals do not have a safe place to store personal belongings during job interviews or work. It can be challenging for individuals to stay in contact with prospective employers or social services without a phone or laptop

As discussed in chapter 9 of the textbook, what are the three most common forms of socioeconomic stratification?

Slavery, caste, class

Based on the Emotional Intelligence lecture, which of the following is a skill that will enhance a person's interpersonal abilities?

Spending more time in nature Practicing empathy Problem solving Developing curiosity - Practicing empathy - Developing curiosity

When it comes to human differences, dualistic thinking can often result in:

Stereotyping

What is the term for a sign that has no necessary or natural connection to the thing for which it stands?

Symbol

What is the term for material artifacts or abstract ideas to which we assign meaning?

Symbol

Discussed in the article on unconscious bias, what are some ways someone can operate more intentionally instead of from unconscious bias? Please select all that apply.

Take time to assess if your instinctual response to a situation is in alignment with your intentions Talk with others from similar and different backgrounds about biases they have noticed in themselves Notice when your intentions and impacts on others don't line up Avoid talking about biases to make sure you avoid acting on them - Take time to assess if your instinctual response to a situation is in alignment with your intentions - Talk with others from similar and different backgrounds about biases they have noticed in themselves - Notice when your intentions and impacts on others don't line up

Which of the following is not an aspect of social competence?

Telling others how you feel about a situation and expecting them to manage the emotions in a given interaction.

As discussed in the affirmative action articles, what are common misconceptions about Black people who benefit from affirmative action? Please select all that apply.

That there is a racial gap in cognitive skills which results in disparities in achievement between Black and white people. Most Black people who benefit from affirmative action in university settings are often admitted even though they are below the admittance criteria. As Black people have increasingly entered the middle class, there has been a reduced need for affirmative action practices over time.

A person who is receiving some welfare benefits has accepted additional work hours. The slight increase in income results in a drastic reduction in welfare benefits, resulting in the person bringing home significantly less money than they did with less work and higher welfare benefits, effectively disincentivizing the person from working more. What is this phenomenon called?

The Poverty Trap or The Welfare Cliff

Why is it that, 98% of weight-loss related diets "fail" resulting in the person gaining back the weight they lost during the diet?

The diets are often unsustainable in the first place

According to the lecture on socioeconomic stratification, how much does the top 1% make in terms of annual income compared to the bottom 99% in Indiana as of 2015?

The top 1% makes about 17 times as much as the bottom 99%

"Diversity" refers to:

The variety of differences that exist among groups of people who comprise humanity

As discussed during the lecture on bodily diversity and lookism, why are the words "obese" and "overweight" harmful towards fat people?

They are negative and normative They result in reduced access to adequate health care They support stigma against fat people They reinforce the inaccurate idea that there is a universal "ideal" weight or body size for all people regardless of their lifestyle

T/F: As stated in Chapter 12 in the textbook, "There is no federal law prohibiting discrimination on the basis of a person's weight, so there are no ways for fat people to legally respond to weight based discrimination unless their weight is related to a disability."

True

T/F: Based on the lecture on socioeconomic stratification, since the start of trickle-down economics in the 1980's, the amount of income owned by the top 1% has reached record highs.

True

T/F: Based on your reading in the textbook, "Selective perception is the tendency for people, with deeply held biases (prejudices), to see what they expect to see and fail to see what contradicts their bias."

True

T/F: Based on your reading of the article, "Unconscious bias is a problem because it is often invisible to those who act on their biases."

True

T/F: Bias is built on acceptance of a personal belief without being aware of why that belief is held, or the accuracy of the information on which the belief is based.

True

T/F: If the influence of confirmation bias is reduced, the power and pervasiveness of stereotypes should also be diminished.

True

T/F: Implicit bias is a form of bias that occurs automatically and unintentionally, that nevertheless affects judgments, decisions, and behaviors.

True

T/F: Is the following true or false? "Training is an effective way to build emotional intelligence."

True

T/F: Microaggressions are discriminatory acts that takes the form of an indirect or subtle put down that is delivered intentionally or unintentionally to members of a social group, particularly group that have been historically marginalized or stigmatized.

True

T/F: Racial Profiling is investigating or arresting an individual solely on the basis of the person's race, ethnicity, or national origin, rather than actual criminal behavior or incriminating evidence.

True

According to the lecture on Native American communities, cultural Appropriation is when someone adopts something from a culture that is not their own (a hairstyle, a piece of clothing, a manner of speaking, etc.) that people from their community of origin are stigmatized by. Cultural appropriation of ten takes place when a privileged group uses a stereotyped version of real cultural phenomena and does so without context or credit. What is an example of cultural appropriation used against Native communities?

Wearing a traditional native ceremonial dress as a Halloween costume Attending an Indigenous ceremony after being invited by a tribe member Using Native tribal names or stereotyped imagery as mascots, sports team names, or school names - Wearing a traditional native ceremonial dress as a Halloween costume - Using Native tribal names or stereotyped imagery as mascots, sports team names, or school names

Based on the cycle of socialization, what is an example of an "enforcement" that may be experienced by some university students?

Working for a supervisor who underestimates you based on your age but feeling unable to discuss this with the supervisor out of fear of being fired