Misogyny, Sexism, and Ageism Quiz

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What characterizes a caste system?

Individuals are born into a social standing they retain throughout their life. (correct)

People can choose their social standing.

Social mobility is encouraged.

Social status can change frequently.

Which statement best describes social mobility?

It is the ability to change positions within a social stratification system. (correct)

It exclusively refers to upward movement in social class.

It only occurs in open systems of stratification.

It does not affect intergenerational differences.

What is the focus of the Davis-Moore thesis regarding social stratification?

It implies that closed systems are always ineffective.

It argues that inequality leads to social instability.

It is solely a result of personal merit.

It suggests that social stratification is necessary and functional for society. (correct)

What defines intergenerational mobility?

Differences in social class across generations of a family. Signup and view all the answers

Which form of marriage involves spouses from different social categories?

Exogamous unions Signup and view all the answers

What does global stratification compare?

The wealth, status, power, and economic stability of countries as a whole. Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following describes a closed system of stratification?

It accommodates little change in social position. Signup and view all the answers

What is conspicuous consumption?

Purchasing products as a way to demonstrate one's wealth and social status. Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary focus of gerontology?

Understanding the process of aging and related challenges Signup and view all the answers

Which theory suggests that withdrawing from society is a natural part of aging?

Disengagement Theory Signup and view all the answers

What does social gerontology primarily examine?

Social aspects of aging and their implications Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following concepts refers to respect and deference to one's parents and ancestors?

Filial Piety Signup and view all the answers

What does the dependency ratio measure?

The number of nonproductive individuals to productive citizens Signup and view all the answers

Which theory suggests that successful aging requires the optimization of personal development throughout life?

Selective Optimization with Compensation Theory Signup and view all the answers

What is gerotranscendence?

The process of transcending early life views as one ages Signup and view all the answers

What does the term ageism refer to?

Discrimination based on age Signup and view all the answers

Which theory posits that members of society are stratified by age?

Age Stratification Theory Signup and view all the answers

What is the focus of the activity theory in the context of aging?

Maintaining activities and roles for satisfaction in old age Signup and view all the answers

What is a cohort in demographic terms?

An age-specific group of individuals sharing a statistical trait Signup and view all the answers

What does modernity theory suggest about the elderly's influence in society?

Their power declines due to industrialization and modernization Signup and view all the answers

Which medical specialty focuses specifically on the healthcare of the elderly?

Geriatrics Signup and view all the answers

What is meant by the term elder abuse?

Harming or depriving an older person of care Signup and view all the answers

What does socioeconomic status (SES) encompass?

An individual’s level of wealth, power, and prestige Signup and view all the answers

What does the term 'status consistency' refer to?

The uniformity of an individual’s rank across different social categories Signup and view all the answers

Which concept describes the societal change enabling a group to move up the class ladder?

Structural mobility Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary focus of the dependency theory?

The exploitation of poorer nations by wealthier nations Signup and view all the answers

What does the GINI coefficient measure?

Income inequality within a country Signup and view all the answers

Which term describes the notion of women disproportionately experiencing poverty?

Global feminization of poverty Signup and view all the answers

What is 'colorism'?

Preference for lighter skin tones within the same racial group Signup and view all the answers

What is the result of systematic racism?

Inequalities that arise from institutional practices Signup and view all the answers

What does assimilation involve?

Adoption of the dominant culture by a minority group Signup and view all the answers

What does 'redlining' refer to?

Institutional practices that deny mortgages based on neighborhood demographics Signup and view all the answers

Which type of poverty is characterized by the inability to meet social standards?

Relative poverty Signup and view all the answers

What term describes the cultural mixture of different groups retaining their identity?

Pluralism Signup and view all the answers

What does 'doing gender' refer to?

Performing roles according to societal gender norms Signup and view all the answers

What does capital flight refer to?

Migration of financial assets to other nations Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Misogyny, Sexism, and Gender

Misogyny refers to the hatred, aversion, or prejudice against women.
Sexism is the prejudiced belief that one sex (either male or female) is inherently superior to another.
Sex refers to the biological and physiological differences between males and females.
Gender refers to the socially constructed roles, behaviors, expressions, and identities of individuals.
Sexual orientation refers to a person’s sexual attraction to a particular gender (male or female).
Sexuality encompasses an individual's sexual feelings, attractions, and behaviors.
The social construction of sexuality refers to socially created norms and values that shape how people understand and experience sexuality.
Transgender refers to individuals whose gender identity differs from their assigned sex at birth.

Ageism and Aging

Ageism is discrimination based on age.
Activity theory suggests that maintaining activities and finding replacements for lost roles is crucial for fulfilling older age.
Age stratification theory posits that society is stratified by age, similar to race, class, and gender.
Continuity theory emphasizes the significance of maintaining consistency in internal and external structures for a fulfilling older age.
Disengagement theory suggests that withdrawing from society and social relationships is a natural part of aging.
Exchange theory proposes that dependence increases with age, leading to greater submission to others' will.
Gerontology is the scientific study of aging, while geriatrics is the medical specialty focusing on elderly health.
Gerotranscendence refers to the idea that individuals transcend limited perspectives as they age.

Death and Dying

Thanatology is the systematic study of death and dying.
Grief is a complex emotional response to the feeling of loss associated with death or a similar event.
Hospice provides healthcare and support for terminally ill individuals and their families, focusing on comfort during the dying process.
Life expectancy refers to the average number of years a newborn is expected to live.

Family and Kinship

Family is a socially recognized group of individuals, often connected by blood, marriage, or adoption, forming an emotional and economic unit.
Family of orientation refers to the family into which a person is born, while family of procreation is formed through marriage.
Kinship refers to traceable ancestry via blood, marriage, or adoption.
Marriage is a legally recognized contract between two or more people in a sexual relationship, typically with an expectation of permanence.
Monogamy involves being married to only one person at a time, while polygamy refers to being married to multiple partners simultaneously.
Nuclear family traditionally comprises two parents (a husband and wife) and their children living together.
Extended family includes parents, children, and other relatives such as grandparents, aunts, uncles, and cousins.
Matrilineal descent traces kinship through the mother's side, while patrilineal descent follows the father's side.
Matrilocal residence refers to a system where the husband resides with the wife's family, while patrilocal residence involves the wife living with or near the husband's family.

Social stratification refers to the hierarchical arrangement of individuals and groups in society based on factors like wealth, power, and prestige.
Class is a group of people sharing a similar social status based on factors like wealth, income, education, and occupation.
Open systems of stratification allow for some movement and interaction between classes, while closed systems limit social mobility.
Income refers to money earned from work or investments, while wealth encompasses the value of assets and money owned.
Status consistency indicates the degree of similarity or difference in an individual's rank across various social categories.
Upward mobility signifies an increase in social class, while downward mobility represents a decline.
Social mobility refers to the ability to change positions within a social stratification system.

Global Stratification

Global stratification compares the wealth, status, power, and economic stability of nations on a global scale.
Core nations are dominant capitalist countries, while peripheral nations are on the fringes of the global economy with limited industrialization.
Semi-peripheral nations fall in-between, serving as major suppliers of raw materials and expanding middle-class markets.
Global inequality refers to the uneven distribution of resources and wealth between countries, often favoring core nations and a wealthy minority.
The GINI coefficient measures income inequality within a country.

Race and Ethnicity

Race is a social construct, not a biological category, referring to a group of individuals sharing physical characteristics.
Ethnicity refers to a shared cultural heritage that may include language, religion, traditions, and more.
Prejudice involves biased thoughts based on flawed assumptions about a group of people.
Discrimination refers to prejudiced actions taken against a group of people.
Racism is a set of beliefs, attitudes, and practices that justify the idea that one racial group is superior to another.
Systemic racism refers to racism embedded in societal structures and institutions.
Racial profiling involves using race alone to predict criminal behavior or justify police actions.

Biological determinism suggests that gender differences are rooted in biology.
The social construction of gender emphasizes that gender roles, behaviors, and identities are socially learned and shaped by societal norms rather than biology.
"Doing gender" refers to the performance of tasks and behaviors based on gender roles.

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This quiz explores key concepts related to misogyny, sexism, and ageism, as well as the distinctions between sex, gender, and sexuality. Test your knowledge on how societal norms shape our understanding of these issues and the implications they have on various populations. Gain insight into the impact of ageism and the importance of inclusivity in discussions on gender and age.