Multicultural Awareness Quiz! Trivia

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    In a national study of college students, 27.5% of women reported that they had been the victim of a rape or attempted rape since the age of 14. What percentage of these rapes or attempted rapes was reported to the police?

    • 5%
    • 20%
    • 35%
    • 50%
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The 'Multicultural Awareness Quiz! Trivia' assesses understanding of socio-economic disparities, crime rates in educational settings, environmental injustice, and the impact of income on educational outcomes. It highlights critical societal issues and enhances awareness.

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  • 2. 

    Which of the following variables most closely predicts how high someone will score on the SAT test?

    • Race

    • Region of residence

    • Family income

    • Parents' academic achievement

    Correct Answer
    A. Family income
    Explanation
    Family income is the most closely related variable to predict someone's SAT scores. This is because family income can determine the availability of resources such as tutoring, study materials, and access to quality education. Higher family income often correlates with better educational opportunities, which can lead to higher academic achievement and ultimately higher SAT scores. While race, region of residence, and parents' academic achievement can also have an impact, family income is generally considered to be a stronger predictor in this context.

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  • 3. 

    According to the U.S. Department of Education, about 61% of public school students in the U.S. are white. What percentage of public school teachers are white?

    • 61%

    • 73%

    • 87%

    • 99%

    Correct Answer
    A. 87%
    Explanation
    According to the given information, 61% of public school students in the U.S. are white. The question asks for the percentage of public school teachers who are white. Since there is no specific data provided for this, we can assume that the percentage of white teachers is similar to the percentage of white students. Therefore, the most reasonable answer would be 87%, as it is the closest option to the percentage of white students.

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  • 4. 

    Compared with schools in which 5% or less of the students are people of color, how likely are schools in which 50% or more of the students are people of color to be over-crowded (25% or more beyond capacity)?

    • Equally as likely

    • Twice as likely

    • Four times as likely

    • Six times as likely

    Correct Answer
    A. Four times as likely
    Explanation
    Schools in which 50% or more of the students are people of color are four times as likely to be over-crowded compared to schools in which 5% or less of the students are people of color. This suggests that there is a strong correlation between the racial composition of a school and the likelihood of it being over-crowded. The higher percentage of students of color in a school, the higher the chances of it being over-crowded, possibly due to factors such as limited resources and funding in schools with higher minority populations.

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  • 5. 

    In 1999 the average U.S. worker earned $26,105. This represents what percentage of the average CEO salary that year?

    • 0.21%

    • 1%

    • 6%

    • 17%

    Correct Answer
    A. 0.21%
    Explanation
    The average U.S. worker's salary of $26,105 represents 0.21% of the average CEO salary in 1999. This means that the average CEO salary is significantly higher than the average worker's salary, with the worker earning only a small fraction of what the CEO earns.

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  • 6. 

    What percentage of the U.S. Government budget goes to welfare and Social Security?

    • 25% to welfare and 25% to Social Security

    • Less than 1% to welfare and 20% to Social Security

    • 20% to welfare and 1% to Social Security

    • Less than 1% to welfare and less than 1% to Social Security

    Correct Answer
    A. Less than 1% to welfare and 20% to Social Security
    Explanation
    The correct answer is less than 1% to welfare and 20% to Social Security. This means that a very small percentage of the U.S. Government budget goes towards welfare programs, while a larger percentage is allocated to Social Security. This suggests that Social Security is considered a higher priority in terms of budget allocation compared to welfare programs.

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  • 7. 

    According to the U.S. Census Bureau, the majority of poor children live in:

    • Urban areas

    • Suburban areas

    • Rural areas

    Correct Answer
    A. Rural areas
    Explanation
    The correct answer is rural areas. This means that the majority of poor children in the United States live in rural areas. This information is based on data from the U.S. Census Bureau, which conducts surveys and collects information on various aspects of the population. It suggests that poverty is more prevalent in rural areas compared to urban or suburban areas when it comes to children. This could be due to factors such as limited access to resources, lack of job opportunities, and lower income levels in rural communities.

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  • 8. 

    The two richest people in the U.S. own more personal assets than:

    • The 10 poorest countries combined

    • The 25 poorest countries combined

    • The 40 poorest countries combined

    • The 60 poorest countries combined

    Correct Answer
    A. The 60 poorest countries combined
    Explanation
    The correct answer is the 60 poorest countries combined. This means that the combined personal assets of the two richest people in the U.S. exceed the total personal assets of the 60 poorest countries. This highlights the extreme wealth disparity between a small number of individuals and a large number of countries.

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  • 9. 

    How many of every thousand senior-level male managers of Fortune 1000 companies are Asian or Asian American?

    • 3

    • 47

    • 99

    • 153

    Correct Answer
    A. 3
    Explanation
    The correct answer is 3 because it states that out of every thousand senior-level male managers of Fortune 1000 companies, only 3 of them are Asian or Asian American. This suggests that there is a low representation of Asians or Asian Americans in senior-level management positions within these companies.

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  • 10. 

    The U.S. military budget is by far the highest of any country in the world. By 2003, the U.S. military budget was roughly equal to that of:

    • The next 5 countries combined

    • The next 10 countries combined

    • The next 15 countries combined

    • The next 20 countries combined

    Correct Answer
    A. The next 20 countries combined
    Explanation
    The U.S. military budget is so high that it is equal to the combined military budgets of the next 20 countries. This means that the U.S. spends more on its military than the next 20 countries combined. This demonstrates the significant amount of resources allocated to the U.S. military, highlighting its dominance and superiority in terms of military spending compared to other nations.

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  • 11. 

    According to the Public Citizens Health Research Group, what percent of U.S. jails and prisons routinely hold people with a mental illness without any criminal charges?

    • 13%

    • 27%

    • 45%

    • 99%

    Correct Answer
    A. 27%
    Explanation
    According to the Public Citizens Health Research Group, approximately 27% of U.S. jails and prisons routinely hold individuals with a mental illness without any criminal charges. This indicates that a significant portion of the incarcerated population consists of people who require mental health support rather than criminal punishment. This statistic highlights the need for improved mental health services and alternative approaches to addressing mental illness within the criminal justice system.

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  • 12. 

    What percentage of U.S. toxic waste dumps that do not comply with Environmental Protection Agency regulations are found in predominantly African American or Latino communities?

    • 10%

    • 50%

    • 75%

    • 90%

    Correct Answer
    A. 75%
    Explanation
    The correct answer is 75%. This means that 75% of U.S. toxic waste dumps that do not comply with Environmental Protection Agency regulations are found in predominantly African American or Latino communities. This suggests a disproportionate burden of environmental hazards on marginalized communities, highlighting issues of environmental racism and injustice.

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  • 13. 

    Powder cocaine (largely used by wealthy white people) and crack cocaine (largely used by socio-economically disadvantaged Latino and African American people) contain roughly the same amount of the drug per gram. Under federal law, how much of these substances must an individual be convicted of possessing to be sentenced to a mandatory minimum of five years in prison?

    • 500 grams of powder or crack cocaine

    • 50 grams of powder or 5 grams of crack cocaine

    • 500 grams of powder or 5 grams of crack cocaine

    • 5 grams of powder or crack cocaine

    Correct Answer
    A. 500 grams of powder or 5 grams of crack cocaine
    Explanation
    The answer is 500 grams of powder or 5 grams of crack cocaine. This is because under federal law, the possession of 500 grams of powder cocaine or 5 grams of crack cocaine is required for an individual to be sentenced to a mandatory minimum of five years in prison. This demonstrates the sentencing disparity between powder cocaine and crack cocaine, with a much smaller amount of crack cocaine leading to the same mandatory minimum sentence as a much larger amount of powder cocaine.

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  • 14. 

    According to a Business Week study of 3,664 business school graduates, how much more, on average, does a man with an MBA from one of the top 20 business schools in the U.S. make during the first year after graduation than a woman in the same situation?

    • About $1,500 more

    • About $3,000 more

    • About $6,500 more

    • About $10,000 more

    Correct Answer
    A. About $6,500 more
    Explanation
    According to the Business Week study, on average, a man with an MBA from one of the top 20 business schools in the U.S. makes about $6,500 more during the first year after graduation than a woman in the same situation.

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  • 15. 

    Children raised by single mothers attain, on average:

    • 4 fewer years of education than children raised by two parents

    • 2 fewer years of education than children raised by two parents

    • The same level of education as children raised by two parents

    • 2 more years of education than children raised by two parents

    Correct Answer
    A. The same level of education as children raised by two parents
    Explanation
    The correct answer is "the same level of education as children raised by two parents". This means that children raised by single mothers have the same average number of years of education as children raised by two parents.

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  • 16. 

    According to the National Survey of America's Families, how much more likely are non-elderly Hispanic adults to be without any health insurance than non-elderly white adults?

    • Twice as likely

    • Three times as likely

    • Four times as likely

    • Five times as likely

    Correct Answer
    A. Three times as likely
    Explanation
    Non-elderly Hispanic adults are three times as likely to be without any health insurance compared to non-elderly white adults, according to the National Survey of America's Families.

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  • 17. 

    According to the U.S. Census Bureau, how many millionaires are there in the U.S.?

    • Roughly 3,500,000

    • Roughly 1,000,000

    • Roughly 500,000

    • Roughly 150,000

    Correct Answer
    A. Roughly 3,500,000
    Explanation
    The U.S. Census Bureau estimates that there are roughly 3,500,000 millionaires in the U.S. This means that there are approximately 3.5 million individuals who have a net worth of at least one million dollars.

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  • 18. 

    97% of all students in public high schools regularly hear homophobic comments from peers. What percentage report hearing homophobic remarks from school staff or faculty?

    • 5%

    • 27%

    • 53%

    • 74%

    Correct Answer
    A. 53%
    Explanation
    The question states that 97% of all students in public high schools regularly hear homophobic comments from peers. Based on this information, it can be inferred that a significant number of students are exposed to homophobic remarks within the school environment. Therefore, it is reasonable to assume that a considerable percentage of students also report hearing homophobic remarks from school staff or faculty. The most plausible option is 53% as it represents a significant portion of students who experience homophobic comments from both peers and school staff or faculty.

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  • 19. 

    According to the U.S. Bureau of Justice, between 1995 and 2001, the percentage of students reporting that they had been a victim of violent crime in school:

    • Increased from 6% to 18%

    • Increased from 18% to 30%

    • Decreased from 25% to 3%

    • Decreased from 10% to 6%

    Correct Answer
    A. Decreased from 10% to 6%
    Explanation
    The correct answer is "decreased from 10% to 6%". This is supported by the information provided by the U.S. Bureau of Justice, which states that between 1995 and 2001, the percentage of students reporting that they had been a victim of violent crime in school decreased from 10% to 6%.

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  • 20. 

    What percentage of the world population regularly accesses the Internet?

    • 2%

    • 15%

    • 29%

    • 51%

    Correct Answer
    A. 2%
    Explanation
    The correct answer is 2%. This low percentage suggests that a relatively small portion of the world population regularly accesses the internet. This could be due to various factors such as limited access to technology, lack of infrastructure in certain regions, or cultural and socioeconomic barriers. It highlights the digital divide that exists globally and the need for efforts to bridge this gap and provide equal internet access to all.

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  • 21. 

    On which hall do you reside?

    • Pegram: 1st Floor, Girls

    • Pegram: 1st Floor, Guys

    • Pegram: 2nd Floor, Girls

    • Pegram: 2nd Floor, Guys

    • Pegram: 3rd Floor, Girls

    • Pegram: 3rd Floor, Guys

    • Whoops, I don't live in Pegram

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