Chapter 5 Focus Activities

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This type of graphic uses a map of the United States and classifies states into several different categories. How many categories of data are shown?

5

During the 1960's, the federal government passed the Civil Rights Act and the Voting Rights Act, resulting in a reduction in discrimination based on race, as well as an increase in rates of political participation among ______________. In 1993, the National Voter Registration Act allowed easier access to voter registration. As a consequence of this legislation, voter registration increased across populations and the registration gap narrowed between ______________.

African Americans Whites and minorities

According to the author, which of the following steps are necessary before the state will accept legitimacy demands and enact appropriate public policies? Check all that apply.

After initial rejection by the state, the marginalized group advocates continuously, using a multiplicity of strategies. A leadership group articulates the dissatisfaction, organizes resources, and forms a movement to challenge the status quo. Some individuals or groups of individuals perceive their deligitimation and marginalization as a problem.

Why, according to the author, must a group continue in a state of external vigilance, even after the movement reaches a stage of unchallenged legitimacy? Check all that apply.

Because no victory is ever final. Because opponents are often strategizing how to win the next election or how to circumvent the legislation.

Which of the following states fits this profile: No ID required, preclearance previously required, no photo required?

California

1868

Citizenship is defined; due process and equal protection under the law are granted. Racial discrimination in voting is outlawed.

Which federal institution handles Title IX complaints?

Department of Education Office of Civil Rights

Net worth in Hispanic households is consistently higher than the net worth in Asian and Pacific Islander households.

False

The average net worth for all groups has increased consistently over time.

False

The speaker in the video is critical of efforts to support survivors of sexual assault on college campuses.

False

The video focuses on the perspectives of college presidents about services for sexual assault survivors.

False

Which of the following statements is accurate regarding Hispanic registration and voting rates in the United States? Check all that apply.

Lack of citizenship status and information about the process hinder rates of participation by Hispanics in the United States. While rates of participation for African Americans and Hispanics are similar in some regions, such as the Northeast, other regions, such as the Midwest, show significant divergence between the voting rates of African Americans and Hispanics.

1865

Slavery is outlawed

1954

The court finds that separate educational facilities are inherently unequal.

1896

The court rules that ending discrimination through legislation is not possible or necessary. The court rules that equal access to legal education is a right.

Net worth in black households is consistently lower than the average for all households.

True

No single group is consistent in having the highest net worth.

True

The 2011 Dear Colleague letter led to changes on college campuses, including interim measures after reports of sexual assault.

True

The speaker is reporting frustration at the September 2017 guidance from the Department of Education.

True


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