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Distinguish the difference between "race" and "ethnicity" and give an example of each.

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300 words of notes and references briefly offer ideas to provide differences between the concepts of "race" and "ethnicity" with a sociological emphasis.

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The distinction between race and ethnicity is like an inner/outer mask or costume metaphor to me, as ethnicity can be displayed or hidden, depending on individual preferences, but one's racial identity is always on display. As a result, ethnicity is more encompassing as it's a socially defined category that includes issues such as common language, customs, religious preferences, nationality, history, and other cultural factors.

In contrast, race is also now seen as a socially defined category, but based on real or perceived biological differences between peoples. ...

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