How have ethnic mythologies affected racial relations in the
U.S.? (1 point)
Racial discrimination based on ethnic mythology became
illegal when the U.S. became independent.
European and Euro-American ethnic mythology has been
used to justify racial discrimination.
Discrimination based on ethnic mythologies has been
limited to Black Americans in the U.S.
Ethnic mythology has led to improved race relations in the
U.S. during the twentieth century.
European and Euro-American ethnic mythology has been used to justify racial discrimination.
European and Euro-American ethnic mythology has been used to justify racial discrimination.
To answer this question, we need to evaluate the provided answer choices and consider relevant historical context.
Answer choice 1 states that racial discrimination based on ethnic mythology became illegal when the U.S. became independent. This answer suggests that racial discrimination based on ethnic mythology no longer exists in the U.S. While it is true that the U.S. has passed laws to combat discrimination, such as the Civil Rights Act of 1964, it does not mean that racial discrimination based on ethnic mythology has been completely eliminated.
Answer choice 2 states that European and Euro-American ethnic mythology has been used to justify racial discrimination. This answer aligns with historical evidence as there have been instances in U.S. history where ethnic mythologies, such as ideas of white superiority, were used to justify discrimination and prejudice against marginalized racial or ethnic groups.
Answer choice 3 suggests that discrimination based on ethnic mythologies has been limited to Black Americans in the U.S. This answer is inaccurate, as discrimination based on ethnic mythologies has been experienced by various racial and ethnic groups throughout U.S. history, not just limited to Black Americans.
Answer choice 4 claims that ethnic mythology has led to improved race relations in the U.S. during the twentieth century. This answer is questionable, as race relations in the U.S. have been complex and influenced by a multitude of factors. While progress has been made in some areas, there are still significant challenges and disparities that persist.
In summary, answer choice 2 is the most accurate and supported by historical evidence. European and Euro-American ethnic mythologies have been used to justify racial discrimination in the U.S.