Anti-Discrimination Laws and Concepts Quiz

Test your knowledge on anti-discrimination laws, protected classes, workplace harassment, and more in this quiz.

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Which of the following is an example of direct discrimination?

Refusing to hire someone because of their race

Providing reasonable accommodations for a disability

Offering a job to a candidate based on their qualifications

Promoting an employee based on performance

What does the term 'protected class' refer to in anti-discrimination laws?

A group of people who share a common characteristic protected from discrimination by law

A group of people who are exempt from discrimination laws

A group of people who are not covered by discrimination laws

A group of people who are subject to discrimination

Which law prohibits discrimination in employment based on race, color, religion, sex, or national origin?

Civil Rights Act of 1964

Equal Pay Act of 1963

Age Discrimination in Employment Act

Americans with Disabilities Act

What is the 'disparate impact' theory of discrimination?

Discrimination that occurs when an employer intentionally discriminates against an individual

Discrimination that occurs when an employer's policies or practices have a disproportionately negative effect on a protected group

Discrimination that occurs when an employee is subjected to a hostile work environment

Discrimination that occurs when an employer retaliates against an employee for engaging in protected activity

What is the difference between disparate treatment and disparate impact?

Disparate treatment involves intentional discrimination, while disparate impact involves unintentional discrimination.

Disparate treatment involves unintentional discrimination, while disparate impact involves intentional discrimination.

Both involve intentional discrimination, but disparate treatment is based on protected characteristics, while disparate impact is based on performance.

Both involve unintentional discrimination, but disparate treatment is based on performance, while disparate impact is based on protected characteristics.

Which of the following is NOT a protected characteristic under federal anti-discrimination laws in the United States?

Sexual orientation

Age

Political affiliation

Disability

What is the purpose of the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) in the United States?

To enforce federal laws that make it illegal to discriminate against a job applicant or an employee

To enforce federal laws that require employers to provide reasonable accommodations to employees with disabilities

To provide job training and employment services for people with disabilities

To provide financial assistance to people with disabilities who are unable to work

What is the difference between harassment and discrimination?

Harassment involves unfair treatment, while discrimination involves creating a hostile work environment.

Harassment involves creating a hostile work environment, while discrimination involves unfair treatment.

Both involve creating a hostile work environment, but harassment is based on protected characteristics, while discrimination is based on performance.

Both involve unfair treatment, but harassment is based on performance, while discrimination is based on protected characteristics.

Which of the following is an example of harassment in the workplace?

An employee receiving a promotion based on their performance

An employee being subjected to offensive jokes about their race

An employee being disciplined for violating company policy

An employee being given a warning for poor attendance

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What is the main objective of affirmative action programs?

To give preferential treatment to minority groups in hiring and promotion

To eliminate all forms of discrimination in the workplace

To provide training and education to employees on diversity and inclusion

To ensure equal employment opportunities for all individuals, regardless of race, gender, or other protected characteristics

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Which of the following is true regarding religious discrimination in the workplace?

Employers are not required to make reasonable accommodations for employees' religious practices.

Employers can refuse to hire someone because their religious beliefs conflict with the company's values.

Employers must reasonably accommodate employees' religious beliefs unless it would cause undue hardship.

Religious discrimination is not prohibited by federal anti-discrimination laws.

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What is the main purpose of Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964?

To prohibit discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, or national origin

To establish a minimum wage and overtime pay

To provide health insurance for unemployed individuals

To regulate workplace safety standards

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Which of the following is an example of systemic discrimination?

An individual being denied a promotion due to their race

A company's policy that disproportionately affects a certain racial group

An individual experiencing harassment from a coworker

A company implementing a diversity training program

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Which of the following is true regarding gender identity discrimination in the workplace?

Gender identity discrimination is prohibited under federal law.

Gender identity discrimination is not prohibited under federal law.

Gender identity discrimination is only prohibited in certain states.

Gender identity discrimination is only prohibited if the individual has undergone gender reassignment surgery.