Understanding Prejudice and Discrimination in American Society

1. Distinguish between prejudice and discrimination. Provide clear of both examples from American society.

2. Why does prejudice develop towards Asian Americansa group with whom people have relatively speaking little contact? Explain your answer fully using as many examples as possible.

3. What are some of the common issues related to prejudice and intolerance that arise during the development of American youth?

4. Many believe that teaching tolerance is the job of white parents, while the job of parents of color is to prepare their children for intolerance. Explain the statement. Are the responsibilities different for white parents vs. parents of color?