How have ethnic mythologies affected racial relations in the U.S.?(1 point)

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Discrimination based on ethnic mythologies has been limited to Black Americans in the U.S.
Discrimination based on ethnic mythologies has been limited to Black Americans in the U.S.

Racial discrimination based on ethnic mythology became illegal when the U.S. became independent.
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.
European and Euro-American ethnic mythology has been used to justify racial discrimination.

Ethnic mythology has led to improved race relations in the U.S. during the twentieth century.

Answer 1

The most accurate response is:

European and Euro-American ethnic mythology has been used to justify racial discrimination.

This statement reflects the historical context in which certain narratives and myths surrounding European and Euro-American identities have been utilized to marginalize and discriminate against various racial and ethnic groups in the United States. Myths of superiority, cultural exceptionalism, and stereotypes have contributed to systemic racism and disparities faced by non-European individuals and communities.