Forms of Social Control
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Which of the following examples highlights the internalization of social rules and morality as a form of social control?

  • A group of friends deciding to not drink alcohol because their religion forbids it.
  • A student choosing to not cheat on a test, despite the opportunity, because they believe it is wrong and would feel guilty if they did. (correct)
  • A family celebrating Christmas traditions passed down through generations.
  • A person avoiding stealing from a store because they fear being caught and punished.
  • Which of the following is NOT an agent of socialization that contributes to the development of an individual's internal social control?

  • Government legislation (correct)
  • Mass media
  • Peer groups
  • Family
  • What is the primary reason someone might choose to follow social rules and norms based on internalized social control?

  • To avoid the fear of punishment.
  • To gain rewards for good behavior.
  • To feel a sense of personal satisfaction and responsibility. (correct)
  • To maintain a positive reputation among peers.
  • Which of the following examples best demonstrates how tradition acts as a form of internal social control?

    <p>A person adhering to a religious dietary code without questioning its origin. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of these statements best describes the concept of 'rational ideology' as a form of internal social control?

    <p>Acting according to a sense of moral obligation and personal values. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of these scenarios best exemplifies the 'stake in conformity' aspect of internal social control?

    <p>A person refuses to participate in a harmful activity, even if it is socially expected. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How does the example of queue jumping relate to the concept of internalized social rules and morality?

    <p>The act of queue jumping violates a social expectation of fairness and order. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT considered a form of internal social control as discussed in the text?

    <p>Fear of punishment (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Forms of Social Control

    • Internal social control regulates individual behaviour based on personal values and norms
    • Internal social control is influenced by upbringing and socialisation

    1/ Rational Ideology

    • Individuals act according to their conscience, feelings of guilt, anxiety, or worry.
    • This is a result of upbringing and socialisation from agents such as family, schools, and media.
    • Internalisation of values discourages actions like stealing, as they are perceived as wrong.

    2/ Tradition

    • Internal social control can be rooted in customary, routine, and habitual behaviours.
    • Religions and cultural norms affect actions, like forbidding alcohol consumption or specific foods.
    • Individuals are conditioned to conform to traditions through upbringing and fear of consequences.

    3/ Internalisation of Social Rules and Morality

    • Knowing right and wrong based on social values leads to internal control.
    • Fear of losing status and guilt motivate adherence to rules within society.
    • Actions like queue-jumping are considered unacceptable due to internalised norms.

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    Explore the different forms of internal social control and how personal values and norms regulate behavior. This quiz covers influences such as upbringing, tradition, and the internalization of social rules and morality. Understand how these factors shape individual actions and societal expectations.

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