#1
What is the term for treating an employee less favorably because of their age?
Sexual harassment
Ageism
Gender bias
Discrimination
#2
In the context of diversity and inclusion, what is the purpose of an Employee Resource Group (ERG)?
To manage payroll
To organize company events
To advocate for the interests of a specific group of employees
To conduct employee training programs
#3
Which characteristic is protected under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)?
Educational background
Political affiliation
Race
Physical or mental impairment
#4
What is the purpose of a diversity training program in the workplace?
To enforce discriminatory practices
To foster an inclusive and respectful work environment
To assign job roles based on stereotypes
To promote exclusive hiring practices
#5
What is the term for a prejudiced attitude or belief about a particular group of people?
Discrimination
Stereotype
Bias
Microaggression
#6
Which of the following is NOT a protected characteristic under federal employment discrimination laws in the United States?
Race
Age
Marital status
Religion
#7
Which federal law in the United States prohibits employment discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, or national origin?
Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)
Civil Rights Act of 1964
Age Discrimination in Employment Act (ADEA)
Equal Pay Act
#8
What does the term 'glass ceiling' refer to in the context of employment?
A transparent workplace policy
An invisible barrier limiting women's career advancement
A type of affirmative action
A safety measure in construction sites
#9
What is the primary goal of affirmative action programs in the workplace?
To eliminate diversity
To promote preferential treatment
To address historical and systemic inequalities
To enforce strict meritocracy
#10
What is the term for discrimination against individuals based on their sexual orientation or gender identity?
Sexism
Heterophobia
LGBT bias
Homophobia
#11
Which federal law protects employees in the United States from retaliation for reporting workplace discrimination?
Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA)
Occupational Safety and Health Act (OSHA)
Whistleblower Protection Act
Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA)
#12
What is the concept of 'cultural competence' in the context of diversity and inclusion?
The ability to speak multiple languages
Understanding and valuing cultural differences
Promoting a single cultural perspective
Excluding individuals from diverse backgrounds
#13
Which of the following is an example of indirect employment discrimination?
Paying employees based on performance
Requiring a specific height requirement for a job unrelated to the role
Providing equal opportunities for promotions
Implementing a company-wide dress code
#14
Which federal agency is responsible for enforcing laws against workplace discrimination in the United States?
Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI)
Department of Labor (DOL)
Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC)
Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA)
#15
What is the term for unintentional discrimination that occurs when policies or practices have a disproportionate impact on a particular group?
Systemic discrimination
Explicit discrimination
Implicit bias
Disparate impact
#16
In the context of workplace diversity, what does the term 'intersectionality' refer to?
The intersection of highways near the workplace
The overlap of multiple social identities and the associated discrimination
A networking event for employees
The hierarchy of job titles in a company
#17
Which type of discrimination involves treating someone less favorably because they are associated with a person of a particular race, color, or national origin?
Reverse discrimination
Associational discrimination
Religious discrimination
Sexual harassment
#18
Which landmark Supreme Court case established the concept of 'disparate impact' in employment discrimination?
Brown v. Board of Education
Plessy v. Ferguson
Griswold v. Connecticut
Griggs v. Duke Power Company