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What defines mechanical solidarity within a society?
Which term describes the intentional and obvious functions of an action?
What does symbolic interactionism primarily focus on?
How does social conflict theory view society?
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Which example best represents organic solidarity?
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Which of the following is a characteristic of the bourgeoisie in capitalist society?
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What does cultural variation encompass?
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Social change is defined as:
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What encompasses the beliefs, practices, values, and norms shared by a society?
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Which type of status is awarded at birth or assigned later in life?
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Which of the following best describes the concept of enculturation?
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Which aspect of culture indicates that it is always evolving?
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In the context of culture, what do values refer to?
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What is the role of language in culture?
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Which phenomenon is best explained by describing the ongoing process of redefining societal structures?
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What type of status is achieved through effort, talent, and accomplishments?
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What is the primary focus during the Genital Stage of Freud's psychosexual stages?
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Which stage of cognitive development involves infants learning about object permanence?
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At what age does the Autonomy vs. Shame/Doubt stage occur in Erikson's psychosocial development?
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In which cognitive stage do children begin to understand the concept of conservation?
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What is the primary concern of adolescents during the Identity vs. Role Confusion stage?
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What is the primary concern of individuals in early adulthood?
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Which characteristic best describes the Preoperational Stage in cognitive development?
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Which theory suggests that the self emerges through social interaction?
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During the Industry vs. Inferiority stage, what is a critical task for children?
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Which stage of psychosexual development immediately precedes the Genital Stage?
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During which stage of development do individuals begin to contribute to the next generation?
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What occurs if individuals do not successfully navigate the generativity vs. stagnation stage?
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What is considered formal deviance?
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Which of the following represents Merton's Strain Theory category of conformity?
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According to Cooley's Looking Glass Self, which of the following is NOT a step in developing the self?
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What primary task do individuals in late adulthood reflect upon?
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Which term is used to describe cultural patterns that push back against mainstream culture?
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Which concept describes the belief that one's own culture is inferior to other cultures?
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What is the main focus of Social Darwinism?
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Which period is characterized by the creation of Microliths, small bladed stone tools?
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What does natural selection primarily refer to in evolutionary theory?
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How does ethnocentrism negatively impact societal interactions?
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What significant transformation is marked by the Neolithic Revolution?
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What is the primary characteristic of multiculturalism?
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Study Notes
Perspectives in Sociology
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Structural Functionalism: Views society as an interdependent system where each part contributes to stability and social order.
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Social Consensus: Society is held together by shared agreements among its members.
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Mechanical Solidarity: Exists in homogeneous societies where people share similar values and work.
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Organic Solidarity: Arises in complex societies with interdependence amid diverse values and work.
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Manifest Functions: Obvious and intended consequences of social actions, such as attending school to learn.
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Latent Functions: Unintended consequences of social actions, like forming friendships in school.
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Symbolic Interactionism: Focuses on daily life symbols and their meanings, emphasizing social interactions.
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Social Conflict Theory: Analyzes societal struggles over scarce resources, highlighting inequality and class conflicts.
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Karl Marx's Class Analysis: Divides society into two main classes in capitalism: Bourgeoisie (owners) and Proletariat (workers).
Sociological Concepts
- Cultural Variation: The differences in social practices among various cultures.
- Social Change: Significant alterations in societal behaviors, values, and norms over time, such as through revolutions.
- Political Identities: Political affiliations that shape individual voter behavior.
Aspects of Culture
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Definition of Culture: A complex system including beliefs, practices, values, symbols, norms, and knowledge shared by society members.
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Enculturation: The process of learning and sharing culture through various means.
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Identity Formation: Development of individual identity through cultural interactions.
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Elements of Culture:
- Beliefs: Ideas regarding the environment.
- Symbols: Objects or signs representing something else.
- Language: Symbols that facilitate communication and representation of ideas.
- Values: Desirable concepts within a culture.
- Norms: Rules governing behavior within cultural settings.
- Law: Enforced rules that regulate societal conduct.
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Status Types:
- Ascribed Status: Assigned at birth or later (e.g., age, ethnicity).
- Achieved Status: Earned through effort and choices (e.g., academic success).
Culture Characteristics
- Learned: Culture is acquired through socialization.
- Shared: Culture exists within communities and groups.
- Cumulative: Builds on past experiences and knowledge.
- Dynamic: Continuously evolving.
- Diverse: Varies greatly across different societies.
- Communicated: Shared between generations primarily through language.
Cultural Patterns
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Mainstream Culture: Common cultural trends aligned with societal values, including:
- Low Culture (Pop Culture): Popular trends among the general population.
- High Culture: Cultural expressions distinguishing the elite.
- Subculture: Cultural groups within a larger culture.
- Counterculture: Movements challenging mainstream culture (e.g., feminism).
Cultural Attitudes
- Ethnocentrism: Belief in the superiority of one's culture.
- Xenocentrism: Perception of one's culture as inferior to others.
- Xenophobia: Fear of the foreign or unfamiliar.
- Multiculturalism: Advocacy for cultural diversity and equality.
Evolution in Social Context
- Evolution Theory: Species evolve over time, adapting to their environments.
- Natural Selection: Survival of individuals with favorable traits leading to reproduction.
- Mesolithic Period: Known for microliths and transitional tools in human history.
- Neolithic Revolution: Shift from nomadic lifestyles to agriculture and permanent settlements.
- Social Darwinism: Application of Darwinian principles to social theory, positing “survival of the fittest.”
Socialization Stages
- Latency Period: Sexual urges are repressed, focusing on same-sex peer interactions.
- Genital Stage: Sexual urges resurface directed toward opposite-sex peers.
Cognitive Development Theories
- Sensorimotor Stage: Infants learn through senses and movements, grasping object permanence.
- Preoperational Stage: Children think symbolically but are egocentric.
- Concrete Operational Stage: Logical reasoning develops regarding concrete events.
- Formal Operational Stage: Abstract and theoretical thinking emerges.
Psychosocial Development Stages (Erikson)
- Trust vs. Mistrust: Establishing trust in caregivers from birth to 12 months.
- Autonomy vs. Shame/Doubt: Learning independence during toddler years.
- Initiative vs. Guilt: Exploration and social control in preschool stage.
- Industry vs. Inferiority: Comparing oneself during elementary years.
- Identity vs. Role Confusion: Developing self-identity during adolescence.
- Intimacy vs. Isolation: Seeking intimate relationships in early adulthood.
- Generativity vs. Stagnation: Contributing to society in middle adulthood.
- Integrity vs. Despair: Reflecting on life satisfaction in late adulthood.
Theories of Self
- Mead's Theory of Self: Self-awareness and identity emerge from social interactions.
- Cooley's Looking Glass Self: Self-concept develops through perceived evaluations by others.
Personality and Deviance in the Philippine Context
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Personality: Comprises individual behaviors and values.
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Deviance: Violation of societal norms, categorized into:
- Formal Deviance: Legal violations (e.g., crime).
- Informal Deviance: Breaches of social norms not codified by law.
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Sanctions: Societal methods to control and regulate behavior.
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Merton's Strain Theory of Deviance:
- Conformity: Acceptance of societal goals and means.
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Explore various perspectives in sociology, including Structural Functionalism, Social Consensus, and Symbolic Interactionism. This quiz delves into how these theories explain the workings of society and examine the roles of manifest and latent functions. Test your understanding of major sociological concepts and their applications.
