In the United States,__________ often creates distinctions and identities within _____________.For instance,four people may be considered white,yet they may each have ancestry and cultural traditions originating from different countries,including Poland,Ireland,England,and Norway.

A) racial identity;ethnic groups
B) ethnicity;racial groups
C) culture;ethnic groups
D) racial groups;cultures

Ethnic Groups

Communities or populations sharing a common culture, ancestry, language, or other social characteristics.

Racial Identity

An individual's awareness and experience of being a member of a racial group, including the attitudes, culture, and social perceptions associated with that group.

Cultural Traditions

The shared beliefs, practices, arts, institutions, and behaviors passed down within a society or group, often reflecting values and heritage.