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What is the definition of 'Class'?
What is the definition of 'Class'?
What does 'Middle Class' refer to?
What does 'Middle Class' refer to?
A group whose members earn annual incomes that allow them to have a standard of living including owning a home and car.
Define 'Social Stratification'.
Define 'Social Stratification'.
Ranking people and families based on specific characteristics such as income, education, occupation, and wealth.
What is 'Socioeconomic Status (SES)'?
What is 'Socioeconomic Status (SES)'?
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The term 'White-collar' refers to jobs characterized by manual labor.
The term 'White-collar' refers to jobs characterized by manual labor.
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Who is considered part of the 'Working Class'?
Who is considered part of the 'Working Class'?
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Define 'Blue-collar'.
Define 'Blue-collar'.
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What is the 'Upper Middle Class'?
What is the 'Upper Middle Class'?
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Who constitutes the 'Upper Class'?
Who constitutes the 'Upper Class'?
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What does 'Self-fulfilling Prophecy' mean?
What does 'Self-fulfilling Prophecy' mean?
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Define 'Classism'.
Define 'Classism'.
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Study Notes
Class and Socioeconomic Status
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Class: Defined as a group that shares a specific economic status, influencing their social interactions and opportunities.
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Middle Class: Characterized by members with annual incomes sufficient to maintain a standard of living that includes homeownership and car ownership.
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Social Stratification: The hierarchical arrangement of individuals and families based on factors such as income, education, occupation, and wealth, highlighting societal inequalities.
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Socioeconomic Status (SES): An aggregate measure of an individual or family's economic position, determined by variables including occupation, education level, income, and overall wealth.
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White-collar Jobs: Non-manual labor positions typically found in office environments, retail, and sales, often associated with higher education levels.
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Working Class: Comprised of individuals engaged in manual labor jobs that generally do not require formal post-secondary education, often associated with lower income levels.
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Blue-collar Jobs: Refers to positions involving manual labor, usually in industrial settings, and often characterized by mechanical and routine tasks.
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Upper Middle Class: An affluent segment of the middle class, including highly educated professionals, managers, and executives, enjoying substantial economic security.
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Upper Class: This group consists of individuals who possess the highest income and wealth, often wielding significant influence and power in society.
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Self-fulfilling Prophecy: A phenomenon where a teacher's expectation regarding a student's academic success influences the actual performance of the student throughout their educational journey.
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Classism: The belief system that promotes the idea of superiority based on one's social class, leading to discrimination and social hierarchy.
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Description
This quiz explores the concepts of class, socioeconomic status (SES), and social stratification. It delves into the definitions and characteristics of various social classes, including the middle class and working class, highlighting the impact of economic position on social interactions and opportunities. Test your understanding of these essential sociological concepts.
