Racism is Real

• Engels
• Middelbare school
• havo, vwo
• Leerjaar 3,4

Racism is Real

For this lesson you'll need the text and assignments

 Racism is Real  

Racism is Real

Racism, what does it mean to you?

What is the definition of racism?

1. The belief that all members of each race possess characteristics or abilities specific to that race, especially so as to distinguish it as inferior or superior to another race or races.
2. The practice of traveling to different places for leisure or business.
3. The act of promoting environmental sustainability and protecting natural resources.
4. The belief that all humans are equal and should be treated with respect regardless of their race.

What are the effects of racism?

1. Social inequality, discrimination, and psychological harm.
2. Educational advancement, cultural appreciation, and tolerance.
3. Physical fitness, mental well-being, and happiness.
4. Economic prosperity, equality, and harmony.

How can we combat racism?

1. Ignoring diversity, enforcing cultural ignorance, and perpetuating inequality.
2. Advocating for discrimination, promoting exclusion, and fostering prejudice.
3. Encouraging segregation, promoting stereotypes, and fostering division.
4. Promoting diversity, educating about cultural sensitivity, and advocating for equality.

Are the following statements racist statements?

I don't think people of Greece are hard-working enough for this job.

1. Yes
2. No
3. Could be
4. Not sure

Their accent is too strong; our clients won't understand them

1. Yes
2. No
3. Could be
4. Not sure

The candidate does not have the specific technical skills required for this role.

1. Yes
2. No
3. Could be
4. Not sure

The candidate has extensive experience in marketing, but we need someone with experience in finance.

1. Yes
2. No
3. Could be
4. Not sure

It might create tension in the team if we hire someone from Italy.

1. Yes
2. No
3. Could be
4. Not sure

It might create tension in the team if we hire someone from Italy.

1. Yes
2. No
3. Could be
4. Not sure

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Part A

Skim the text and say in one sentence what these parts are about. Use your own words

Part A, 1
The first part of the text (ll. 1-38).

1.The first part of the text (ll. 1-38).

1.The first part of the text (ll. 1-38).

Amber Ruffin is introduced and her work is described.

2. Amsterdam (ll. 40-76)

2. Amsterdam (ll. 40-76)

 Amsterdam is the place where she first lived with her husband and where she got to know Zwarte Piet.

3.Los Angeles (ll. 78- 126)

3.Los Angeles (ll. 78- 126)

 Los Angeles is where they live now, and Amber gives examples of racism.

 

4.The way it is (ll. 128-170)

4.The way it is (ll. 128-170)

 In ‘The way it is’ Amber tells about the situation now – with Trump things have become worse.

 

5.Being blunt (ll. 172-189)

5.Being blunt (ll. 172-189)

5 Amber tries to cope with racism by being blunt – something she shares with her husband Jan.

 

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Part B

Scan the text and answer the following questions.

Answer in complete sentences, use the information in the question. 

1.What is the name of Amber 's husband and when did they meet?

2.What is an example of racism in the Netherlands, according to Amber?

3.Why is Amber followed when she is in a shop?
Because .....

4.Why is racism in America getting worse now?
Because ....

5.What is a Dutch characteristic?

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Assignment 2

Read the article in detail and answer the questions in English.

What is the criticism of late-night shows?

What is the criticism of late-night shows?

That only white men appear on them and write for them.

 

What did Amber's friends warn her about when she returned to America?

What did Amber's friends warn her about when she returned to America?

 Her friends warned her that she would have unpleasant conversations with her husband about race.

 

How did people react to Amber and Jan being an interracial couple in Amsterdam?

How did people react to Amber and Jan being an interracial couple in Amsterdam?

People didn’t react to them being an interracial couple in Amsterdam.

 

How did Jan react when Amber was shocked by Zwarte Piet?

How did Jan react when Amber was shocked by Zwarte Piet?

 At first he did not understand.

 

How did the male black employee in the shop react to Amber being followed?

How did the male black employee in the shop react to Amber being followed?

 He made eye contact with Amber and they shrugged it off.

 

How do people react when Amber and Jan are together in a bank or restaurant?

How do people react when Amber and Jan are together in a bank or restaurant?

People only look and talk to Jan when they are together in a bank or restaurant.

 

What would happen if Jan did something 'wrong' (like yelling at someone out in the street)?

What would happen if Jan did something 'wrong' (like yelling at someone out in the street)?

If Jan did something wrong on the street Amber would probably be arrested and taken to jail.

 

How did Amber's parents prepare
her for discrimination?

How did Amber's parents prepare her for discrimination?

 Her parents warned her for discrimination.

 

How did Amber react to this as a kid?

How did Amber react to this as a kid?

Amber thought they were exaggerating.

 

How is Amber able to cope with this reality?

How is Amber able to cope with this reality?

Amber tries to cope with racism by writing comedy about it.