Social Institutions: Understanding Social Interaction and Status

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What is the term for the position of a person in society?

Status

What type of group is characterized by long and emotional face-to-face interactions?

Primary group

What is the term for a group that an individual feels they belong to?

In-group

What type of group promotes interpersonal connections and focuses on the well-being of group members?

Relational-oriented group

What is the term for a group that individuals compare themselves to?

Reference group

What is achieved through effort or achievement?

Achieved status

What is the primary function of a social institution?

To meet the social needs of individuals and society

What type of solidarity is characterized by interdependence?

Organic Solidarity

What is the primary purpose of a formal organization?

To achieve a common goal efficiently

What is the foundation of the nation, according to the Philippine Constitution?

The family

What is the primary role of the family in socialization?

To be a primary agent of socialization

According to Lewis Henry Morgan's theory, how does the family change?

It advances as society advances and changes as society changes

Test your knowledge of social institutions, including social interaction, status, roles, and groups. Learn about ascribed and achieved status, and how they impact our position in society.

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