Social Control
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What is social control primarily concerned with?

  • Changing individual behavior
  • Punishing bad behavior
  • Rewarding good behavior
  • Maintaining social order (correct)
  • What is the primary goal of social control?

  • To increase individual freedom
  • To change personal opinions
  • To promote social change
  • To maintain social order (correct)
  • What is an example of social control?

  • A politician passing a law
  • A parent scolding a child (correct)
  • A friend giving advice
  • A teacher giving homework
  • What is social control used to achieve?

    <p>Conformity to social norms</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of social control mechanisms?

    <p>To maintain social order</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Social Control

    • Primarily concerned with regulating and maintaining social order in a society
    • Primary goal is to maintain social conformity and avoid deviance from social norms

    Examples of Social Control

    • Laws and punishments
    • Social norms and values
    • Education system
    • Family and religion
    • Media and propaganda

    Purpose of Social Control

    • To maintain social order and stability
    • To promote obedience to rules and norms
    • To prevent deviance and maintain social cohesion

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    This quiz covers the concept of social control, its primary goals, and examples of how it is used to achieve social order and maintain norms.

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