behaviors.]]> attributed to those of your gender, racial group, sexual orientation or nation of origin describe you.]]> particular country and finds them to be quiet and reserved.]]> myths that are repeated in a society.]]> prevented a group of people from getting certain jobs but welcomed them in others.]]> culture, religion and sexual orientation.]]> professions that allowed them to survive.]]> inconsistent when members of that group are broken down by national origin.]]> associated with the careers they were actually allowed to have.]]> hesitate if asked which racial group in this country is known for being the best at basketball.]]> excellent cooks.]]> prone to certain behaviors.]]> valid statement.]]> positive stereotypes can be harmful.]]> likely you'd disagree that all of the qualities that get attributed to those of your gender, racial group, sexual orientation or nation of origin describe you.]]>