Role Theory Concepts Quiz

What is the definition of ROLE INCONGRUITY according to the passage?

When role positions are usually paired, like parent-child.
When there are conflicting expectations because a person occupies two or more positions simultaneously.
A situation where one's own perception of their role is different from the expectations of others in the system or environment. (correct)
Rules and standards of behavior that come from a group or society.

Which of the following is NOT considered a 'societal force influencing family, group and community behavior' according to the passage?

Genetic (correct)
Political
Social
Spiritual

According to the passage, what is the definition of a 'ROLE SET' or 'ROLE CLUSTERS'?

The array of roles that any one person may be occupying at a particular time. (correct)
When there are conflicting expectations because a person occupies two or more positions simultaneously.
Rules and standards of behavior that come from a group or society.
Relationships where role positions are usually paired, like parent-child.

What is the definition of 'ROLE COMPLEMENTARITY OR RECIPROCITY' according to the passage?

Relationships where role positions are usually paired, like parent-child, and some reciprocity of expectations between role partners is needed for system stability. (B) Signup and view all the answers

According to the passage, which of the following is NOT considered a 'societal force influencing family, group and community behavior'?

Biological (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the definition of 'ROLE CONFLICT' according to the passage?

Occurs when there are conflicting expectations because the person occupies two or more positions simultaneously. (C) Signup and view all the answers

According to the passage, what is the key focus of the person-in-environment concept?

Emphasizing the interactive context of the person rather than viewing them in a vacuum (B) Signup and view all the answers

What are the two distinct sets of influences on a person according to the passage?

Nurturing environment and sustaining environment (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is the key challenge for social workers according to the passage?

All of the above (D) Signup and view all the answers

What does the 'nurturing environment' refer to according to the passage?

The immediate environment and people with whom the person interacts frequently and intimately (D) Signup and view all the answers

What does the 'sustaining environment' refer to according to the passage?

The people through which the person encounters the wider community and broader society (C) Signup and view all the answers

How does the passage describe the person?

As a multi-dimensional bio-psychosocial-spiritual being (A) Signup and view all the answers

What does social functioning involve?

Maximizing individual potential and dealing with relationship difficulties (D) Signup and view all the answers

How did Harriet Bartlett describe the situation of individuals dealing with relationships and environmental demands?

People coping and environmental demands (C) Signup and view all the answers

In the context of social environment, what are social systems composed of?

Cultures and institutions (B) Signup and view all the answers

How did Mendoza (2008) characterize the relationship between social environment and social work?

By emphasizing how people approach challenges in their daily lives (A) Signup and view all the answers

What does a collective or social situation involve according to Mendoza?

Taking on a role within a group that shapes one's overall circumstances (A) Signup and view all the answers

In the context of social functioning, what is a primary focus for individuals struggling with relationships?

Maximizing their potential (D) Signup and view all the answers

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