Racism is the belief that different races possess distinct characteristics, abilities, or qualities, which can be used to discriminate against others perceived to be of different races.

Racism can only occur between two individuals of different ethnic groups.

Racism is synonymous with personal dislike of individuals regardless of race.

Racism refers to the belief that all humans belong to one race only.

Racism manifests only through legal systems and institutions.

Racism can manifest through prejudice, discrimination, or antagonism against individuals of a different race based on the belief that one's own race is superior.

Racism can only be expressed in physical violence.

Racism is only expressed through media channels.

Historical examples include Jim Crow laws in the United States, apartheid in South Africa, and discrimination against indigenous peoples in many countries.

Systemic racism only exists in modern technological societies.

Systemic racism is a completely modern phenomenon with no historical precedents.

The Renaissance Society's view on different cultures is a historical example.

By instituting a policy of retaliatory measures against oppressors.

It primarily involved violent protests against racial injustices.

The civil rights movement sought to end racial segregation and discrimination against African Americans, primarily through legal and peaceful protests, leading to significant legal and social changes such as the Civil Rights Act of 1964.

It was focused on enhancing racial boundaries through more segregation.

Overt racism is hidden while covert racism is expressed in public gatherings.

Overt racism is open and explicit discrimination, while covert racism is more subtle, often expressed through insinuations or actions that may not be immediately obvious.

There is no difference; both terms refer to the same type of racism.

Overt racism is popular in sports, while covert racism is found in arts.

One influential leader is Martin Luther King Jr., who advocated for civil rights and equality through non-violent protest.

Eleanor Roosevelt, who focused solely on labor rights.

Winston Churchill, who was known for his wartime leadership, not civil rights.

Steve Jobs, known for technology innovations and not activism.

Education can promote understanding and tolerance by teaching about different cultures, histories, and the impact of racism, helping to break down stereotypes and promote inclusivity.

Education can completely eradicate racism within a year.

Education reinforces racial stereotypes by categorizing individuals.

Education has no role in influencing societal beliefs about race.

Media has no influence on societal views and beliefs.

Media can perpetuate racism through stereotypes and biased reporting, or it can combat racism by raising awareness, highlighting injustices, and promoting diverse voices.

Media only perpetuates racism and cannot help combat it.

Media exclusively promotes a single perspective devoid of racial issues.

Microaggression is a severe form of physical violence based on race.

Microaggression refers only to workplace discrimination policies.

Microaggression refers to subtle, often unintentional, discriminatory comments or behaviors directed at a racial group, reinforcing stereotypes and contributing to an environment of exclusion.

Microaggression has no relation to racism as it is only a psychological term.

By avoiding discussion on racial issues in all public settings.

By solely relying on governmental policies to address racism.

Individuals can combat racism by educating themselves and others, speaking out against discriminatory behavior, supporting anti-racist policies, and fostering inclusive environments.

By moving to neighborhoods where racism is non-existent.

Institutional racism refers to the policies and practices within institutions that systematically disadvantage certain racial groups, even if there is no explicit intent to discriminate.

Institutional racism primarily deals with race studies in academic factions.

Institutional racism is only practiced by fringe groups.

Institutional racism signifies historical corrections in societal structures.

Intersectionality limits racism to gender-related discussions only.

Intersectionality is the concept that individuals can face multiple, overlapping forms of discrimination, such as racism experienced alongside sexism or other social inequalities.

Intersectionality refers to the practice of teaching race in singular contexts.

Intersectionality deals with geographical intersections not related to race.

Policies exclusively enforced by police to counter racial riots.

Policies aimed at limiting public discussions on race relations.

Anti-racist policies are measures designed to reduce and eliminate racism within institutions and society, promoting equality and dismantling systems of oppression.

Policies that focus on racial partitioning as a means to peace.

Open dialogues about racism are essential for understanding diverse perspectives, confronting biases, and working collaboratively towards change and reconciliation.

Open dialogues enforce indirect penalties on communities engaging in them.

Open dialogues are irrelevant as all solutions are politically controlled.

Open dialogues divide communities further and should be avoided.

Allyship involves individuals from non-targeted groups actively supporting and advocating for affected communities, helping to amplify marginalized voices and promote justice.

Allyship is a legal allegiance with racial monitoring organizations.

Allyship refers only to economic partnerships between different racial groups.

Allyship indirectly supports racism by uniting dominant social groups.