Question

Identify the MOST LIKELY stereotype presented in this phrase. A) an annoying, self important know-it-all B) a successful and hardworking businessman C) a helpful and faithful friend, anxious to stay in touch D) a brilliant, adventurous, and technologically advanced geek

Answer 1

The answer is letter B.

Explanation: Stereotypes are assumptions about people, often happen without knowledge about social groups or characteristics of individuals, such as appearance, financial conditions, behavior, sexuality, and so on.

Answer 2

Answer:

A     an annoying, self important know-it-all

Explanation: In just one phrase, Wilson presents this unflattering picture of Fred. Writing that Fred is probably trying to figure out the solution to humans controlling time and the sarcastic use of the word 'genius' are clues. Stereotypes are generalizations, or assumptions, that people make about the characteristics of all members of a group, based on an image.