#1
Which federal law prohibits workplace discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, or national origin?
Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)
Equal Pay Act
Age Discrimination in Employment Act (ADEA)
Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964
#2
What type of behavior does workplace harassment encompass?
Only physical abuse
Behavior that is unwelcome, offensive, or hostile
Strictly verbal abuse
Positive reinforcement
#3
What is the purpose of an employee handbook regarding discrimination and harassment?
To outline company policies and procedures for addressing discrimination and harassment
To provide a list of discriminatory behaviors
To assign blame in harassment incidents
To justify discriminatory practices
#4
Under federal law, who is protected from workplace discrimination?
Only employees
Only job applicants
Both employees and job applicants
Employers
#5
What is the primary goal of workplace diversity initiatives?
To eliminate all forms of discrimination
To create a workforce with people from various backgrounds and perspectives
To ensure that everyone is treated exactly the same
To promote favoritism towards certain groups
#6
What is the purpose of diversity training in the workplace?
To enforce strict conformity among employees
To encourage exclusion of certain groups
To promote understanding and acceptance of differences among employees
To reinforce discriminatory behavior
#7
Which of the following is NOT a form of workplace harassment?
Physical assault
Verbal insults
Constructive feedback
Sexual harassment
#8
Which federal agency enforces laws against workplace discrimination and harassment?
Department of Labor (DOL)
Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC)
Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA)
National Labor Relations Board (NLRB)
#9
What is the 'quid pro quo' form of sexual harassment?
Making jokes about someone's appearance
Offering work benefits in exchange for sexual favors
Ignoring someone in the workplace
Sharing compliments with coworkers
#10
What does the term 'hostile work environment' refer to in the context of workplace harassment?
A workplace with high competition
A workplace where employees are encouraged to socialize
A workplace where harassment or discrimination interferes with an employee's ability to work
A workplace where employees are provided with excessive benefits
#11
Which of the following is NOT a protected characteristic under federal discrimination laws?
Gender identity
Marital status
Sexual orientation
Political affiliation
#12
Which of the following actions could be considered age discrimination?
Hiring a candidate based on relevant experience
Providing training opportunities for all employees
Refusing to hire someone because they are over 40
Offering retirement benefits
#13
What is the 'reasonable person' standard used in harassment cases?
An objective standard used to assess whether a reasonable person would find the behavior offensive or hostile.
A subjective standard based on the victim's perception of the behavior.
A standard used to determine if the victim provoked the harassment.
A standard used to measure the financial impact of harassment on the victim.
#14
In a workplace discrimination case, what is 'retaliation'?
The act of filing a complaint with the EEOC.
Taking adverse action against an employee for engaging in protected activity, such as reporting discrimination or harassment.
An employer's response to allegations of discrimination.
A legal defense against discrimination claims.
#15
Under federal law, what is the statute of limitations for filing a discrimination charge with the EEOC?
180 days
1 year
2 years
5 years
#16
What is the role of the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) in workplace discrimination cases?
To prosecute employers accused of discrimination
To provide legal representation to employees
To investigate complaints and enforce federal laws
To mediate disputes between employers and employees
#17
What is the difference between disparate treatment and disparate impact discrimination?
Disparate treatment involves intentional discrimination, while disparate impact involves unintentional discrimination.
Disparate treatment is based on race, while disparate impact is based on gender.
Disparate treatment occurs in hiring, while disparate impact occurs in promotions.
Disparate treatment affects individuals, while disparate impact affects groups.
#18
What is the 'BFOQ' defense in discrimination cases?
A defense asserting that a particular job requires a certain level of education
A defense based on an employer's business necessity
A defense asserting that a certain characteristic is reasonably necessary to the normal operation of that particular business or enterprise
A defense asserting that an employee was not performing their job adequately