The Multi Ethnic Identity Measure

In the United States, people come from many different countries and cultures, and there are many different words to describe the different backgrounds or ethnic groups that people come from. Some examples of the names of ethnic groups are Hispanic or Latino, Black or African American, Asian American, Chinese, Filipino, American Indian, Mexican American, Caucasian or White, Italian American, and many others. These questions are about your ethnicity or your ethnic group and how you feel about it or react to it.

Please fill in: In terms of ethnic group, I consider myself to be

Use the numbers below to indicate how much you aree or disagree with each statement.

Strongly Agree Agree Disagree Strongly Disagree
1. I have spent time trying to find out more about my ethnic group, such as its history, traditions, and customs 4
 3
 2
 1
2. I am active in organizations or social groups that include mostly members of my own ethnic group 4
 3
 2
 1
3. I have a clear sense of my ethnic background and what it means for me. 4
 3
 2
 1
4. I think a lot about how my life will be affected by my ethnic group membership 4
 3
 2
 1
5. I am happy that I am a member of the group I belong to. 4
 3
 2
 1
6. I have a strong sense of belonging to my own ethnic group. 4
 3
 2
 1
7. I understand pretty well what my ethnic group membership means to me. 4
 3
 2
 1
8. In order to learn more about my ethnic background, I have often talked to other people about my ethnic group. 4
 3
 2
 1
9. I have a lot of pride in my ethnic group. 4
 3
 2
 1
10. I participate in cultural practices of my own group, such as special food, music, or customs. 4
 3
 2
 1
11. I feel a strong attachment towards my own group. 4
 3
 2
 1
12. I feel good about my cultural or ethnic background. 4
 3
 2
 1

13. My ethnicity is:
Asian or Asian American, including Chinese, Japanese, and others
Black or African American
Hispanic or Latino, including Mexican American, Central American, and others
White, Caucasian, Anglo, European American; not Hispanic
American Indian/Native American
Mixed; Parents are from two different groups
Other (write in):

14. My father's ethnicity is:
Asian or Asian American, including Chinese, Japanese, and others
Black or African American
Hispanic or Latino, including Mexican American, Central American, and others
White, Caucasian, Anglo, European American; not Hispanic
American Indian/Native American
Mixed; Parents are from two different groups
Other (write in):

15. My mother's ethnicity is:
Asian or Asian American, including Chinese, Japanese, and others
Black or African American
Hispanic or Latino, including Mexican American, Central American, and others
White, Caucasian, Anglo, European American; not Hispanic
American Indian/Native American
Mixed; Parents are from two different groups
Other (write in):