Affirmative Tu Commands

8 Questions | By AdreBalls | Updated: Sep 16, 2015 | Attempts: 102

Affirmative action by definition is an action or policy favoring those who tend to suffer from discriminations, especially in relation to employment or education. It is an ongoing debate featuring three different sides: supporters, opposers and "a new kind of affirmative action". Understanding where each side is coming from will better explain why affirmative action is a debate throughout the country. By the end of this quiz, you will know which side of affirmative action you agree and disagree with. With this knowledge, you can go forth with fighting for change or fighting to keep this policy alive.

Questions and Answers

1.

Diversity in West Chester University is important because:
- A.
  
  All races have the opportunity to be educated.
- B.
  
  It provides an intellectual advantage for all students.
- C.
  
  I do not believe it is important.
2.

Individuals who struggle financially should be more easily accepted into West Chester University.
- A.
  
  I agree!
- B.
  
  I disagree because only students grades should decide whether or no they get accepted.
3.

Should West Chester University accept students based solely on grades?
- A.
  
  Yes, because there is no correlation between skin color and intelligence.
- B.
  
  No, because minority students should the upper hand in the admissions process.
- C.
  
  No, because some students need help due to low income in their household.
4.

A socioeconomic admissions policy increases both economic and racial diversity.
- A.
  
  I agree.
- B.
  
  I disagree because economic diversity is not important.
5.

Should minority students be more easily accepted into a University?
- A.
  
  Yes, because minorities have faced centuries of prejudice.
- B.
  
  No, because minorities should be set at the same standard as everyone else.
- C.
  
  Only if they are at a financial disadvantage.
6.

Affirmative action policies lower standards for minorities.
- A.
  
  I agree.
- B.
  
  I disagree because it gives minorities a chance at education.
7.

President Obama's children should have an advantage when they go to college because of their race.
- A.
  
  I agree because diversity is important.
- B.
  
  I disagree because they are financially stable.
- C.
  
  I disagree because they should earn their acceptance by receiving good grades.
8.

Affirmative action is:
- A.
  
  A great way to increase diversity and give everyone a chance at education.
- B.
  
  An unfair policy that lowers standards for minorities.
- C.
  
  A policy that should focus on social class rather than race.

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Affirmative Tu Commands

Diversity in West Chester University is important because:

Individuals who struggle financially should be more easily accepted into West Chester University.

Should West Chester University accept students based solely on grades?

A socioeconomic admissions policy increases both economic and racial diversity.

Should minority students be more easily accepted into a University?

Affirmative action policies lower standards for minorities.

President Obama's children should have an advantage when they go to college because of their race.

Affirmative action is: