Question 1

The idea of which individuals and groups are considered "White Americans"

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A)   has been consistent throughout the history of the United States.
B)   has evolved over time in response to immigration patterns.
C)   is based on biological differences between the races.
D)   was expanded in the 1900s in response to official legislation.

Question 2

Counselors of color working with White American clients may want to

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A)   instruct clients about the damage that privilege causes to society.
B)   avoid talking about culture as much as possible.
C)   help build client awareness of White American ethnic cultural values through self-disclosure and meaningful discussion within a strong working relationship.
D)   All of the above.

Question 3

The belief in a meritocracy can contribute to mental health concerns by

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A)   creating a racist society.
B)   putting an emphasis on adaptive fatalism.
C)   creating a lower class.
D)   leading to feelings of guilt and shame.

Question 4

Ethnic identity reconstruction is

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A)   an interactional model in which individuals participate in a process of building ideas about one's identity through discourse with others within important social contexts.
B)   a model of acculturation for recent European American immigrants.
C)   a model commonly used in group counseling settings and in schools.
D)   All of the above.

Question 5

Discuss how the confusion over the meaning of ethnicity in the U.S. may contribute to many White Americans' resistance to the concept of multiculturalism.

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The confusion over the meaning of ethnicity in the U.S. can contribute to many White Americans' resistance to the concept of multiculturalism in several ways.

Firstly, there is a lack of understanding and clarity about what ethnicity actually means. Many White Americans may conflate ethnicity with race, leading to a misunderstanding of the diverse cultural backgrounds and experiences that fall under the umbrella of ethnicity. This confusion can lead to a resistance to embracing multiculturalism, as some may feel that their own ethnic identity is being overlooked or minimized in favor of others.

Additionally, the historical context of the U.S. plays a significant role in shaping attitudes towards multiculturalism. The country has a long history of privileging White culture and marginalizing the experiences of minority ethnic groups. This has created a sense of entitlement and resistance among some White Americans, who may feel threatened by the idea of sharing power and resources with other ethnic groups.

Furthermore, the political and social discourse around ethnicity and multiculturalism can also contribute to resistance. Some politicians and media outlets have perpetuated the idea that embracing multiculturalism is a threat to the dominant White culture, leading to fear and resistance among certain segments of the population.

Overall, the confusion and misunderstanding of ethnicity, combined with historical and social factors, can contribute to many White Americans' resistance to the concept of multiculturalism. It is important to address these misconceptions and work towards a more inclusive and equitable society for people of all ethnic backgrounds.

Question 6

Ethnocentric monoculturalism is

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A)   an overt form of racism.
B)   easily detected by the dominant group.
C)   more subtle and often invisible to the majority culture.
D)   All of the above.

Question 7

Discuss the role that the U.S. Department of Defense played in creating the beginning of a national American heritage.

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Question 8

The National Heritage of the United States was developed in large part due to

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A)   a national commitment to separate from European cultural norms.
B)   a grass roots effort to create a collective memory among U.S. residents.
C)   the U.S. Department of Defense funding war monuments in the early 1900s.
D)   a call for immigrants to assimilate more completely into U.S. culture. C

Question 9

Many White American ethnics, and in particular males, are less likely to seek counseling for emotional complaints, and more likely to seek counseling with concerns about

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A)   other people's emotions.
B)   their ability to function autonomously.
C)   family relations.
D)   All of the above. B

Question 10

All of the following factors facilitate the invisibility of systemic and systematic oppression EXCEPT

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A)   the belief in a meritocracy.
B)   rationalizations for civilizing communities deemed godless or uncivil.
C)   the adoption of the salad bowl metaphor.
D)   common teachings that racism only occurs through individual acts of meanness.

Question 11

Overt discrimination against European immigrants is more likely to occur

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A)   against children and adolescents.
B)   at the hands of other European immigrants.
C)   when immigrants have noticeable differences compared to the majority culture.
D)   All of the above.

Question 12

Which of the following statements is true regarding mental health issues of White American ethnic clients?

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A)   The value on youth and the characteristics associated with youth contribute to emotional difficulties of older adults.
B)   Individualism may play a role in marriage problems.
C)   Due to the value placed on independence, failure to overcome an obstacle is perceived as personal weakness.
D)   All of the above statements are true.

Question 13

An example of an immigration stressor is

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A)   isolation.
B)   disconnection from community, family, and friends.
C)   communication difficulties.
D)   All of the above are immigration stressors.

Question 14

Which of the following is important in understanding a White American ethnic client from a multicultural perspective?

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A)   An understanding of the cultural worldview of White American ethnics.
B)   A culturally based concept of the client's specific beliefs and values.
C)   Understanding the role that cultural values may play in the client's presenting problem.
D)   All of the above are important.

Question 15

European immigrant children and adolescents often first receive counseling

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A)   at the request of their parents.
B)   through school referrals in response to academic concerns.
C)   for behavior problems.
D)   in order to help their families cope with transitions.

Question 16

Discuss how the narrative approach to counseling and creative arts can be helpful for European immigrant clients.

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Question 17

A new, vast ______ class was created when soldiers attended college under the GI Bill.

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A)   lower
B)   middle
C)   upper
D)   wealthy

Question 18

Originally, the term "melting pot" was used to describe the United States as a

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A)   leading industrial nation.
B)   place where everyone could live in peace.
C)   utopia where various cultures would be combined to create a new culture.
D)   hot spot for cultural events such as art, music, and theatre.

Question 19

_______ are noncitizens of a host country who did not go through the procedures established by the host country's policies.

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A)   International students
B)   Undocumented immigrants
C)   Refugees
D)   All of the above

Question 20

When working with recent European immigrants, counselors should

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A)   attend to both pre-and post-migration stressors.
B)   be aware of client factors related to identity deconstruction and reconstruction.
C)   understand that stressors may have begun long before the relocation event.
D)   All of the above.

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