Marcellus is African American, and when he goes to take a graduate school entrance exam, he is asked to indicate his ethnicity before he begins. This leads Marcellus to begin thinking about assumptions people make regarding African Americans and intelligence, and he begins to fear that he will confirm these assumptions. This could result in a self-fulfilling prophecy whereby Marcellus does poorly on the test.

    racial conflict and discrimination has existed ever since man learned to kill with rocks and bones. these conflicts arose from disputes between territory, power, wealth, religion, or simple difference. some of the most infamous racial disputes include slavery, the holocaust, and the civil rights movement.

    these listed disputes often resulted in casualties from all sides. riots, wars, imprisonment, and lynching are all commonly associated with racial conflict on severe levels.

      however, racism is an improving issue in recent decades. people are being more accepting and welcoming of diverse populations. though, the world isn't perfect and it will take much more time, if ever, until the world is rid of racism.

answer; they both highlight the power of the situation in determining behavior;

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