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Alygatorr01285 · **on:** Aug 8, 2018

Which of the following is a difference between the functionalist perspective and the conflict perspective?

a. The functionalist perspective emphasizes the stability of a society, while the conflict perspective emphasizes the tension between competing groups.
b. The functionalist perspective explains the physical violence between groups competing for their share of resources, while the conflict perspective explains how immigration restrictions and real estate practices result in competition between groups.
c. The functionalist perspective is more appropriate today in the study of race and ethnicity, while the conflict perspective best helps to understand the behaviors that are passed on from one generation to the next.
d. The functionalist perspective focuses on the difficulties of the subordinate groups, while the conflict perspective focuses on the benefits of racial discrimination to dominant groups.

Question 2

Which of the following is true of the Chinese Exclusion Act of 1882?

a. It faced strong opposition in the Congress.
b. It permitted only laborers to enter the United States.
c. It gave naturalization rights to Chinese immigrants living in the United States.
d. It allowed brief visits of Chinese merchants, tourists, and government officials.