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This measure was adapted from Terrell, F., & Terrell, S. (1981b). An inventory to measure cultural mistrust among Blacks. Western Journal of Black Studies, 5, 180-184.
DIRECTIONS: These questions are about different beliefs, opinions, and ideas. There are no right or wrong answers; just give the best answer for each question that describes your opinion. |
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Whites are usually fair to all people regardless of race. |
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White teachers teach subjects so that they favor Whites. |
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White teachers are more likely to slant the subject matter to make Blacks look inferior. |
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White teachers deliberately ask Black students questions which are difficult so they will fail. |
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There is no need for a Black person to work hard to get ahead financially because Whites will take what you earn anyway. |
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Black citizens can rely on White lawyers to defend them to the best of his ability. |
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Black parents should teach their children not to trust White teachers. |
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White politicians will promise Blacks a lot but deliver little. |
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White policemen will slant a story to make Blacks appear guilty. |
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White politicians usually can be relied on to keep the promises they make to Blacks. |
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Blacks should be suspicious of a White person who tries to be friendly. |
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Whether you should trust a person or not is not based on his race. |
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Probably the biggest reason Whites want to be friendly with Blacks is so they can take advantage of them. |
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A Black person can usually trust his or her White co-workers. |
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If a White person is honest in dealing with Blacks, it is because of fear of being caught. |
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A Black person cannot trust a White judge to evaluate him or her fairly. |
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A Black person can feel comfortable making a deal with a White person simply by a handshake. |
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Whites deliberately pass laws designed to block the progress of Blacks. |
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There are some Whites who are trustworthy enough to have as close friends. |
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Blacks should not have anything to do with Whites since they cannot be trusted. |
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It is best for Blacks to be on their guard when among Whites. |
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Of all ethnic groups, Whites are really the Indian-givers. |
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White friends are least likely to break their promise. |
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Blacks should be cautious about what they say in the presence of Whites since Whites will try to use it against them. |
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Whites can rarely be counted on to do what they say. |
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Whites are usually honest with Blacks. |
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Whites are as trustworthy as members of any other ethnic group. |
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Whites will say one thing and do another. |
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White politicians will take advantage of Blacks every chance they get. |
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When a White teacher asks a Black student a question, it is usually to get information that can be used against him or her. |
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White policemen can be relied on to exert an effort to apprehend those who commit crimes against Blacks. |
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Black students can talk to a White teacher in confidence without fear that the teacher will use it against him or her later. |
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Whites will usually keep their word. |
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White policemen usually do not try to trick Blacks into admitting they committed a crime that they did not do. |
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There is no need for Blacks to be more cautious with White businessmen than with anyone else. |
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White storeowners, salesmen, and other White businessmen tend to cheat Blacks whenever they can. |
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Since Whites can’t be trusted in business, the old saying “one in the hand is worth two in the bush” is a good policy to follow. |
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Whites who establish businesses in Black communities do so only so that they can take advantage of Blacks. |
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White politicians have often deceived Blacks. |
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White politicians are equally honest with Blacks and Whites. |
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Blacks should not confide in Whites because they will use it against you. |
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A Black person can loan money to a White person and feel confident it will be repaid. |
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White businessmen usually will not try to cheat Blacks. |
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White business executives will steal the ideas of their Black employees. |
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A promise from a White is about as good as a three dollar bill. |
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Blacks should be suspicious of advice given by White politicians. |
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If a Black student tries, he will get the grade he deserves from a White teacher. |
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