32 Questions
What type of capital gives advantages and disadvantages to children of different classes?
Cultural, social, and symbolic capital
What does Bourdieu mean by the concept of 'cultural capital'?
Non-economic resources that can be 'spent' to give some families advantages over others
How do middle- and upper-class parents use cultural capital to give their children advantages?
They pass on the attitudes and knowledge needed to succeed educationally
What does the text mean by 'norms of reciprocity' in relation to social capital?
What people do for each other within a social network
Which of the following best describes the relationship between the family and the economic system, according to the neo-Marxist perspective?
The family is a source of cultural and social capital that gives advantages and disadvantages to children
What is the main difference between the cultural capital of middle/upper-class parents and working-class parents, according to the text?
Middle/upper-class parents are better able to equip their children with the knowledge and skills needed for the workplace
What are the 'shared values and behaviours' that tie wealthy families into social networks?
Mutual advantage, self-interest and co-operation
What is the main argument made by Bourdieu about how cultural capital operates through the family?
Parents motivate their children by passing on the attitudes and knowledge needed to succeed educationally
What is the main advantage that middle- and upper-class families have in terms of social capital, according to the text?
They have greater access to significant social networks in schools and the workplace
Which of the following best describes the overall perspective on the relationship between the family and the economic system presented in the text?
The family is a source of cultural, social, and symbolic capital that gives advantages and disadvantages to children
Which type of capital emphasizes non-economic resources that can give advantages to some families over others?
Cultural capital
How does Bourdieu's concept of cultural capital impact children's education, according to the text?
It gives some children a 'head start' in education
What advantage do middle and upper-class parents have in preparing their children for the workplace, as discussed in the text?
They are more able to equip their children with necessary knowledge and skills
How does social capital differ from cultural capital, based on the text?
Social capital focuses on family connections, while cultural capital focuses on educational resources
According to Putnam, what characterizes the value of connections within a social network?
'Norms of reciprocity'
Which theorist introduced the concept of social capital as part of family's advantages, according to the text?
Robert Putnam
What did Bruegel (1979) argue about women's role in the workforce?
Women are marginalized and forced into low-paying jobs due to sexual discrimination.
Which group of feminists see African-American men as allies rather than adversaries in the fight against exploitation?
Black feminists
How do white feminists differ from black feminists in their focus?
White feminists focus on employment and discrimination issues.
What do difference feminists emphasize in their approach?
Differences between men and women
What did feminist ideas challenge in sociology during the 1970s?
The normality and desirability of nuclear families
Why do some consider Marxist and radical feminist approaches as dated in certain parts of the world?
Because they overlook the diversity of family structures in modern society
According to Marxist feminists, why are men able to work long hours?
Because women take care of domestic work
What is the primary focus of radical feminists' criticism?
The patriarchal nature of society and the nuclear family
How do liberal feminists believe women's situation can be improved?
Through passing new laws and changing family dynamics
Why do radical feminists argue for far-reaching, radical change?
To dismantle patriarchal structures embedded in society
What does symbolic capital refer to in the context of upper-class children?
Skills related to directing others' efforts and personal charm
How do feminist perspectives differ from functionalist and Marxist views on the family?
By focusing on the oppressive structures within families, particularly concerning women
What do Marxist feminists emphasize about women's roles in the workplace?
The importance of women's unpaid labor and its contribution to capitalism
'Difference feminism' differs from other feminist strands by focusing on:
'Patriarchy' as the root cause of gender inequality
'Dual burden,' as highlighted by Marxist feminists, refers to:
'Double shift' of paid work contributing to ruling-class profits and unpaid household work benefiting men
'Triple shift,' as described by Duncombe and Marsden (1993), includes:
The combination of paid employment, domestic work, and psychological support for family members
Explore how Neo-Marxism adds a cultural dimension to the relationship between family and the economic system, focusing on different types of family capital and their impact on children of different classes. Learn about cultural, social, and symbolic capital according to Bourdieu's perspective.
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