18 Questions
Which of the following is NOT a component of culture?
Physical artifacts
What is the metaphor used to describe the components of culture?
Culture is like an iceberg
Which of the following is an example of nonmaterial culture?
Ways of talking
Which one of these is an example of nonmaterial culture?
Values
What are the types of norms in nonmaterial culture?
Mores and folkways
What are the rewards for adhering to a norm in nonmaterial culture called?
Sanctions
What is an example of a formal norm in nonmaterial culture?
Breaking the law
Which of the following is an example of a cultural universal?
Language
Which term refers to the worldwide integration of government policies, cultures, and social movements?
Globalization
Which of the following is an example of a subculture?
Religious groups
What is the attempt to understand cultures on their own terms and not judge them based on our own cultural lens called?
Cultural relativism
Which agent of socialization is responsible for transmitting cultural and social values to us?
Family
Which sociological perspective on socialization focuses on teaching people their 'place' in society, especially less powerful groups?
Conflict perspective
Resocialization involves teaching individuals radically different values, norms, and role expectations. Which of the following is an example of voluntary resocialization?
Participating in a rehabilitation program
Which of the following is a characteristic of a total institution?
Carefully structured activities
According to the text, socialization is a lifelong process that begins from the day we are born and ends when we die. It is influenced by nature and nurture. Nature argument suggests that our behavior is determined solely by our genetic makeup or other biological attributes, while nurture argument suggests that behavior is learned through social interaction and everyday experiences. Social isolation can have serious consequences on humans, especially children, as it hinders their normal development and ability to socialize. In this unit, you will learn about different types of socialization, sociological perspectives on socialization, agents of socialization, and resocialization.
a) The process of becoming a capable member of society through social learning and interaction
What is the nature argument in the nature vs nurture debate?
a) Behavior is determined solely by genetic makeup
What are the consequences of social isolation on humans, according to the text?
a) Hinders normal development and ability to socialize
Test your knowledge on culture with this quiz! Explore the definition of culture and its various elements such as values, symbols, language, beliefs, norms, and traditions. Dive into the concepts of subcultures, countercultures, ethnocentrism, and cultural relativism. Discover the significance of multiculturalism in understanding different cultures.
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