Affirmative action

High school (ages 12+)
People & Society

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Step 1 · Read the article

Open the article and read it at the level above. Then answer the questions below in your own words.

https://smallwhale.org/articles/affirmative-action

Write what each word means, using the article.

Do not copy the article. Write two things you learned, the way you would explain them to a friend.

Answers below are taken from the article’s stored facts, so they match what the student read.

1. What is the core principle?To address systemic discrimination and promote substantive equality and social inclusion
2. What is the related concepts?Diversity, equity, social justice, substantive equality, positive action, reservations
3. Why do some places use quotas for jobs and schools?Quotas make sure a certain percentage of spots are given to groups that were left out, so everyone can see people like them in important places.
4. How does affirmative action help schools become better?By having students from many backgrounds, schools can share more ideas, learn from each other, and prepare everyone for a world where many different people live together.

Systemic Discrimination: Unfair treatment embedded within the established practices and structures of institutions or society.
Substantive Equality: Ensuring equal outcomes and opportunities by addressing historical disadvantages and systemic barriers.
Reverse Discrimination: The accusation that affirmative action policies unfairly disadvantage members of majority groups.
Social Inclusion: The process of ensuring that all individuals and groups in society are able to participate fully.