Overview
Here are the chapters provided and questions to answer!
CHECK YOUR UNDERSTANDING
5.1 When and how did colorism and skin-color stratification originate?
Colorism has a long history and many distinct manifestations around the world.
Q What is the difference between colorism and skin-color stratification?
@ How long has colorism been a factor in the African American community?
@ How is skin-color stratification in Brazil related to colonialism?
Q What is the history of colorism in Asia and Africa?
5.2 How does colorism differ across societies?
@ What are some indicators of
colorism and skin-color stratification in the United States, Asia, Latin America, and Africa?
5.3 How does skin color relate to gender and beauty?
Skin-color stratification and colorism are more prominent for women than men, and this disparity is largely related to beauty norms.
Q What is a "beauty queue"?
@ How does skin-color privilege vary
by racial group?