15 Questions
What distinguishes a social group from an aggregate?
A sense of belonging among members
What is a primary group characterized by?
Intimate, direct, and face-to-face interactions
What is the main difference between a social group and a category?
The level of interaction among members
In what way do primary groups influence an individual?
By providing a sense of identity and self
What is a characteristic of secondary groups?
They are larger, more anonymous, and impersonal
What does the distance between nodes in a social network graphic typically represent?
The strength of the social tie
What is the term used to describe the tendency of people to form relationships with others who have similar characteristics?
Homophily
What can be inferred about the social tie between two individuals if the line between their nodes is thicker?
The social tie is stronger
According to social network studies, what is the likely impact of having friends who make unhealthy food choices on your own food choices?
You will be more likely to make unhealthy food choices
Which of the following is an example of homophily in social networks?
A person's friends all like the same type of music
What is a common characteristic of groups based on shared interests, hobbies, or activities?
They are often temporary and formed for a specific purpose
What can happen when you interact more with people in a larger secondary group?
The group breaks down into smaller, more intimate primary groups
What is in-group favoritism?
Treating in-group members with preferential treatment
What do social networks refer to in the offline world?
Social ties that link us together with other people
What does a node represent in a social network diagram?
An individual
Study Notes
Social Groups
- Social groups are groups of people with common interests, characteristics, or identities that create a sense of belonging.
- Examples of social groups include religious groups, ethnic groups, workplace colleagues, college classes, and sports teams.
Primary and Secondary Groups
- Primary groups are small, intimate, and long-lasting, providing a sense of identity and self through face-to-face interactions.
- Examples of primary groups include family and close friends.
- Secondary groups are larger, more anonymous, and impersonal, often based on shared interests or activities.
- Examples of secondary groups include temporary task groups, reading groups, and professional associations.
In-Group vs Out-Group
- An in-group is a social group with which you identify and feel a sense of belonging.
- An out-group is a social group with which you do not identify or feel a sense of belonging.
- In-group favoritism occurs when you give preferential treatment to members of your in-group.
- Studies have shown that in-group favoritism can occur even in arbitrarily assigned groups.
Social Networks
- Social networks refer to the social ties that link people together, including family, friends, acquaintances, classmates, colleagues, and neighbors.
- Social networks can be visualized as diagrams with nodes representing individuals and lines representing social ties.
- The strength and distance of social ties can be represented by the thickness and length of the lines between nodes.
Homophily
- Homophily is the tendency for people to form relationships with others who have similar characteristics.
- Homophily is present in many social network study findings, where individuals with similar traits are more likely to form social ties with one another.
- Similarities in characteristics can impact actions and behaviors, such as food choices and consumption patterns.
This quiz explores the concept of social groups, their characteristics, and their importance in our lives. Learn how social groups create a sense of belonging and identity.
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