SOWK EXAM 3 UPDATED ACTUAL QUESTIONS AND CORRECT ANSWERS
What is the primary focus of a culturally-grounded It places the culture of the client or consumer at the center of the social work
approach in social work? intervention.
How does a culturally-grounded approach view non- It values what they have to offer and incorporates their natural ways of helping as
majority cultures? resources to be integrated into the intervention.
What are the four levels of practice for a culturally- Micro (one-on-one), Micro (family), Mezzo (group), and Macro
grounded approach? (community/organization/coalition).
List five tools of assessment used in a culturally- Hypothesis, Presenting Problem, Assessment for violence/self-harm, Culture, and
grounded approach. Dynamic Sizing.
What is 'Dynamic Sizing' in the context of social work The ability to know when to generalize and when to individualize based on the
assessment? client's unique cultural context.
How does individualism differ from collectivism in social Individualism stresses independence and is central to Western culture, while
organization? collectivism stresses group harmony and interdependence.
What is the significance of 'social positionality' in It refers to understanding the social worker's own positionality and life experience
assessment? with systems in relation to the client's issue.
, What role does spirituality play in African American It serves as a source of hope and resiliency, shaping relationships and fostering
culture? political mobilization.
What is 'ritual kinship' in the context of African American A system where individuals like 'uncles,' 'aunts,' and 'cousins' are not related by
family structures? blood but have a commitment to the family as if they were biological kin.
What is the goal of a culturally-grounded approach To support individuals in resisting racism and cultural assimilation while producing
regarding racism and assimilation? changes for a more just society.
What is heteronormativity? The belief system that assumes heterosexuality is the default or 'normal' state,
often leading to the marginalization of other family structures.
How did Maya Perez use a culturally-grounded approach She attended meetings to build rapport and knocked on doors to ask parents and
to build trust in the community? children directly what they wanted for the program.
What is the final exam policy for this course? It is required for students with a D or F after Exam 3, and optional for those with
an A, B, or C.
What technology is required for the final exam? Respondus Lockdown Browser on eCampus, utilizing a webcam or computer
camera.
What is the main challenge Susan faces in the case Adjusting to a new identity as a single woman after the death of her husband
study? while adhering to traditional gender roles.
How did Susan overcome her feelings of aimlessness? By leveraging her past skills in gardening and mentoring to take on a leadership
role in her church community.
What internal conflict did Jason face regarding adoption? He struggled with the heteronormative belief that children need both a mother
and a father to be raised 'right'.
How did Dominic support Jason during the adoption By helping him articulate why they would make good parents, which strengthened
process? Jason's confidence in their family unit.
Why were students in Maya Perez's community falling The school lacked necessary academic resources, and parents felt ignored and
behind in school? forgotten when seeking support.
What is the ideological core of European American Individualism and the stress on independence.
culture regarding social organization?
Is collectivism present in Western culture? Yes, it is a part of Western culture, though it is not as well represented through
social norms or the legal system as individualism.
Why is understanding a client's orientation (individualistic It helps the social worker understand the client's history, outlook, values, and
vs. collectivistic) important? behaviors.
What is the primary focus of a culturally-grounded It places the culture of the client or consumer at the center of the social work
approach in social work? intervention.
How does a culturally-grounded approach view non- It values what they have to offer and incorporates their natural ways of helping as
majority cultures? resources to be integrated into the intervention.
What are the four levels of practice for a culturally- Micro (one-on-one), Micro (family), Mezzo (group), and Macro
grounded approach? (community/organization/coalition).
List five tools of assessment used in a culturally- Hypothesis, Presenting Problem, Assessment for violence/self-harm, Culture, and
grounded approach. Dynamic Sizing.
What is 'Dynamic Sizing' in the context of social work The ability to know when to generalize and when to individualize based on the
assessment? client's unique cultural context.
How does individualism differ from collectivism in social Individualism stresses independence and is central to Western culture, while
organization? collectivism stresses group harmony and interdependence.
What is the significance of 'social positionality' in It refers to understanding the social worker's own positionality and life experience
assessment? with systems in relation to the client's issue.
, What role does spirituality play in African American It serves as a source of hope and resiliency, shaping relationships and fostering
culture? political mobilization.
What is 'ritual kinship' in the context of African American A system where individuals like 'uncles,' 'aunts,' and 'cousins' are not related by
family structures? blood but have a commitment to the family as if they were biological kin.
What is the goal of a culturally-grounded approach To support individuals in resisting racism and cultural assimilation while producing
regarding racism and assimilation? changes for a more just society.
What is heteronormativity? The belief system that assumes heterosexuality is the default or 'normal' state,
often leading to the marginalization of other family structures.
How did Maya Perez use a culturally-grounded approach She attended meetings to build rapport and knocked on doors to ask parents and
to build trust in the community? children directly what they wanted for the program.
What is the final exam policy for this course? It is required for students with a D or F after Exam 3, and optional for those with
an A, B, or C.
What technology is required for the final exam? Respondus Lockdown Browser on eCampus, utilizing a webcam or computer
camera.
What is the main challenge Susan faces in the case Adjusting to a new identity as a single woman after the death of her husband
study? while adhering to traditional gender roles.
How did Susan overcome her feelings of aimlessness? By leveraging her past skills in gardening and mentoring to take on a leadership
role in her church community.
What internal conflict did Jason face regarding adoption? He struggled with the heteronormative belief that children need both a mother
and a father to be raised 'right'.
How did Dominic support Jason during the adoption By helping him articulate why they would make good parents, which strengthened
process? Jason's confidence in their family unit.
Why were students in Maya Perez's community falling The school lacked necessary academic resources, and parents felt ignored and
behind in school? forgotten when seeking support.
What is the ideological core of European American Individualism and the stress on independence.
culture regarding social organization?
Is collectivism present in Western culture? Yes, it is a part of Western culture, though it is not as well represented through
social norms or the legal system as individualism.
Why is understanding a client's orientation (individualistic It helps the social worker understand the client's history, outlook, values, and
vs. collectivistic) important? behaviors.
