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Which of the following is NOT a component of Cultural Capital?

  • Institutionalized Capital
  • Economic Capital (correct)
  • Embodied Capital
  • Objectified Capital
  • Prognostic framing focuses on identifying problems and root causes.

    False (B)

    What is the term used to describe the profound disorientation caused by experiences that challenge one's beliefs and worldview?

    Ontological Shock

    The ______ is a framework illustrating the range of acceptable discourse or policies within mainstream populations at a given time and place.

    <p>Overton Window</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is an example of embodied capital?

    <p>Confidence and communication skills (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the following framing types with their corresponding focus:

    <p>Diagnostic Framing = Identifies problems and root causes Prognostic Framing = Suggests solutions and implementations Motivation &amp; Collective Action Framing = Inspires individuals to act</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The decline in "magical thinking" since the 1600s is attributed to the rise of science, positivism, and the Age of Enlightenment.

    <p>True (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the key focus of the "Pivotal Moments" concept in the content?

    <p>Helping students lacking cultural capital succeed in education and beyond.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following are examples of framing mechanisms, as defined by Zerubavel?

    <p>Diagnostic Framing (A), Prognostic Framing (B), Motivational Framing (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Power is always exerted from a dominant group to a subordinate group.

    <p>False (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the concept of panopticism, and how does it relate to power?

    <p>Panopticism is the idea of constant surveillance, where individuals are always aware of the possibility of being watched, even if they are not being actively observed. This leads to self-discipline and conformity, as individuals regulate their behavior in anticipation of potential punishment or scrutiny.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Bio-governmentality refers to the ways in which institutions regulate __________, combining elements of governmentality and biopolitics.

    <p>populations</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following are examples of bio-governmental practices?

    <p>Health campaigns promoting healthy eating habits (A), Policies controlling access to contraception (B), Economic policies influencing retirement savings (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    According to functionalism, what are the two main reasons why differences in wealth, power, and resources within society are justified?

    <ol> <li>People are inherently unequal in their value to society. 2. Society must motivate the most qualified individuals to use their skills in the most important ways. (D)</li> </ol> Signup and view all the answers

    According to Zerubavel, social life is segmented into discrete chunks through language and rituals, creating islands of meaning.

    <p>True (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Essentialism and functionalism share the same perspective on the origin of social differences.

    <p>False (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the following concepts with their corresponding descriptions:

    <p>Governmentality = The way in which power is exercised through discourse and social practices. Biopolitics = The management of the population through strategies that influence health, reproduction, and welfare. Framing = A cognitive process that shapes the way we understand and interpret information. Panopticism = The idea of constant surveillance, leading to self-discipline due to fear of being observed. Bio-governmentality = A combination of governmentality and biopolitics, focusing on how institutions regulate populations.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the role of deviance in maintaining social order according to functionalism?

    <p>Deviance serves critical functions, such as clarifying societal values, promoting social change, and strengthening social cohesion.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Explain how knowledge can reinforce power structures.

    <p>Knowledge is often shaped by power. Institutions like schools, hospitals, and prisons, which hold significant authority, create and disseminate knowledge that legitimizes their power and control. This knowledge, which is presented as objective truth, can reinforce existing inequalities and maintain the status quo.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Neoliberalism prioritizes ______ as the most important duty of citizens.

    <p>consumerism</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the following concepts with their corresponding ideology:

    <p>Functionalism = Justifies social inequalities based on individuals' functional contributions. Essentialism = Attributes differences to innate biological factors. Neoliberalism = Emphasizes individual freedom, minimal state intervention, and market-based solutions.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT a core principle of neoliberalism?

    <p>Prioritizing state intervention in regulating markets. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Functionalism argues that deviance is always harmful to society.

    <p>False (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Explain the key difference between functionalism and essentialism in explaining social differences.

    <p>Functionalism views differences as arising from societal needs and how individuals function within those needs, while essentialism attributes differences to inherent biological factors.</p> Signup and view all the answers

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    Test your knowledge on the components of cultural capital and key sociological concepts. This quiz covers topics such as prognostic framing, panopticism, and embodied capital, challenging your understanding of societal structures and their implications. Dive into the intricate world of cultural studies and frame your thoughts accurately!

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