Vocabulary Unit 5 English for vocational training (GS1)

Ableism. Discrimination or prejudice against people with disabilities. Prejudice or discrimination based on a person's age. willingness to consider new ideas and perspectives.

Acculturation. The process by which individuals or groups from one culture adopt elements from another culture. Prejudice or discrimination based on a person's age. Remarks that display a patronising attitude, implying superiority over others.

Ageism. Prejudice or discrimination based on a person's age. The status and rights of being a member of a particular country, often involving responsibilities such as respect for cultural diversity. The belief in the superiority of one’s own culture or ethnicity.

What is citizenship?. The right to travel freely. Membership in a cultural club. The status and rights of being a member of a country.

What does classism mean?. Preference for academic education. Prejudice based on social class. A system of classroom organisation.

What are condescending comments?. Encouraging and supportive remarks. Neutral observations. Patronising remarks implying superiority.

What is corporate social responsibility?. A company’s focus only on profit. A business model where companies take responsibility for social and environmental impact. Government control over private companies.

What are cultural differences?. Variations in practices, beliefs, and values between groups. Personal preferences in hobbies. Economic inequalities between countries.

What is cultural discrimination?. Promoting cultural festivals. Fair treatment of all cultures. Unfair treatment based on cultural background.

What is cultural identity?. A legal identity document. A sense of belonging to a cultural group. Knowledge of foreign languages only.

What is cultural relativism?. Judging all cultures by one universal standard. Ignoring cultural traditions. Understanding cultural practices within their own context.

What is culture?. Shared customs, beliefs, and social practices of a group. Genetic characteristics of a population. Government regulations.

What is curiosity?. Fear of new experiences. A desire to learn or know something. A fixed belief system.

What does equal opportunities mean?. Giving advantages to one group. Treating individuals fairly without discrimination. Offering the same salary to everyone.

What is equity?. Strictly identical treatment for all. Fairness ensuring equal access to opportunities and resources. Competition between individuals.

What is ethnocentrism?. Appreciation of all cultures equally. Belief in the superiority of one's own culture. Learning foreign traditions.

Who is an expatriate?. A tourist on holiday. A person living and working in a foreign country. A local government official.

What is globalisation?. Isolation between countries. Increased interconnectedness among countries and cultures. Local economic independence.

What does inclusion mean?. Ignoring differences. Welcoming and valuing all individuals. Separating groups by background.

What is an inclusive work environment?. A workplace that promotes competition only. A workplace that embraces diversity and equal opportunities. A workplace with strict hierarchy.

What is integration?. Forcing uniformity. Isolating minority groups. Incorporating diverse individuals into society.

What is intercultural awareness?. Ignoring cultural differences. Recognising similarities and differences between cultures. Promoting only one culture.

What are intercultural skills?. The ability to work effectively across cultures. Speaking only one language fluently. Avoiding cultural interaction.

What is interculturality?. Cultural isolation. Competition between cultures. Interaction and exchange between cultures.

What is intergenerational work?. Work done only by young people. Collaboration between different generations. Retirement planning.

What are language barriers?. Legal restrictions on speech. Difficulties in communication due to language differences. Formal writing standards.

What is linguistic diversity?. The variety of languages spoken in a community. One official language policy. Language extinction.

What is marginalisation?. Full participation in society. Social exclusion of individuals or groups. Equal representation in politics.

What is a minority group?. The largest group in society. A group sharing a characteristic that is less represented in society. A political majority.

What is multiculturalism?. Cultural uniformity. Coexistence and recognition of diverse cultures. Cultural competition.

What are norms?. Accepted standards of behaviour in a society. A group sharing a characteristic that is less represented in society. Personal ambitions.

What is open-mindedness?. Refusing new ideas. Willingness to consider new perspectives. Strict adherence to tradition.

What is pay equity?. Equal pay for equal work. Higher pay for managers only. To pay more to men or women.

What are prejudices?. Preconceived judgements often based on stereotypes. Discrimination or prejudice against people with disabilities. prejudice or discrimination based on social class.

What is the principle of equality?. All individuals should have equal rights and opportunities. Everyone should earn the same salary. Ensuring that all individuals are welcomed and valued, regardless of their differences.

What is the principle of justice?. The belief in fairness and the equitable treatment of all individuals. The act of refusing to accept or consider something or someone. Fairness in compensation, ensuring equal pay for equal work regardless of gender or other factors.

What is racism?. Discrimination or prejudice based on race or ethnicity. The act of refusing to accept or consider something or someone. The accepted standards of behaviour within a society or group.

What is rejection?. Acceptance of ideas. Refusing to accept someone or something. Discrimination or prejudice based on race or ethnicity.

What is social cohesion?. Conflict between social groups. Strong relationships and sense of belonging in society. The ability of society to support the well-being of current and future generations.

What is social sustainability?. Supporting the well-being of present and future generations, promoting equality and social justice. Short-term economic growth. The acceptance of differences in others, particularly in terms of cultural, religious, or ethnic beliefs.

What are stereotypes?. Oversimplified or fixed ideas about a group of people or things. The acceptance of differences in others, particularly in terms of cultural, religious, or ethnic beliefs. preconceived opinions or judgements about people or things, often based on stereotypes.

What is stigmatisation?. The accepted standards of behaviour within a society or group. Treating someone as socially unacceptable. The act of refusing to accept or consider something or someone.

What is tolerance?. The acceptance of differences in others, particularly in terms of cultural, religious, or ethnic beliefs. Core beliefs or principles that guide individuals or collective behaviour. Collaborative work or relationships between different generations, fostering mutual learning and respect.

What is unconscious bias?. Unintentional attitudes or stereotypes that affect understanding, actions, and decisions. The acceptance of differences in others, particularly in terms of cultural, religious, or ethnic beliefs. Intentional attitudes or stereotypes that affect understanding, actions, and decisions.

What are values?. Core beliefs or principles that guide individuals or collective behaviour. Market prices that guide the general price of a thing or service. Unjust treatment in employment based on characteristics like race, gender, or age.

What is workplace discrimination?. Unjust treatment in employment based on characteristics like race, gender, or age. Just treatment in employment based on characteristics like race, gender, or age. The belief in the superiority of one’s own culture or ethnicity.

What is xenophobia?. Unintentional attitudes or stereotypes that affect understanding, actions, and decisions. Fear or hatred of foreigners or strangers. Discrimination or prejudice based on race or ethnicity.