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What is social location?
An individual's social location is defined as the combination of factors including gender, race, social class, age, ability, religion, sexual orientation, and geographic location.
What is a race?
A race is a grouping of humans based on shared physical or social qualities generally viewed as distinct by society.
What is gender?
Gender is the range of characteristics pertaining to, and differentiating between, femininity and masculinity.
What does class refer to?
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What is sexual orientation?
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What is internalized oppression?
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What is a symbolic category?
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What is intersectionality?
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What is a social category?
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What is social constructionism?
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What is pan-ethnicity?
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What is institutional racism?
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What is interpersonal racism?
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Study Notes
Social Location
- Defined by the interplay of factors such as gender, race, class, age, ability, religion, and sexual orientation.
- Unique to each individual; varies between people.
- Represents an individual’s status and recognition in society.
Race
- Grouping of humans based on perceived physical or social attributes.
- Recognized as a social construct, not biologically inherent.
- Categorization influenced by societal rules rather than objective scientific definitions.
Gender
- Encompasses characteristics associated with masculinity and femininity.
- Influenced by biological, social, and identity factors.
- Socially constructed and varies across cultures and contexts.
Class
- A grouping based on shared attributes or qualities.
- Reflects position within the economic structure.
- Associated with economic privilege and social status.
Sexual Orientation
- Consists of a consistent pattern of romantic and sexual attraction.
- Can include attraction to opposite sex, same sex, or multiple genders.
Internalized Oppression
- Occurs when oppressed groups adopt the oppressive group’s values against themselves.
- Results from perceived unequal value and a desire to conform to a more valued group.
- Example: homeless children internalizing societal stigma.
Symbolic Category
- Relates to ideas, meanings, and language created by humans.
- Represents a construct, not an inherent classification.
- Used to distinguish differences among individuals or groups.
Intersectionality - Essentialism
- Analytical framework for understanding the interplay of different social identities.
- Identifies how overlapping identities create various forms of discrimination or privilege.
- Critique: reducing individuals to essential categories ignores complexity.
Social Category
- A group of individuals sharing at least one common attribute.
- Example: All women share biological sex but may not interact or share experiences.
Social Constructionism
- A theory examining how shared understandings of reality are created collectively.
- Suggests that societal norms and realities are co-constructed.
Pan-ethnicity
- A term for uniting various ethnic groups based on cultural and geographical similarities.
- Used for political and social advocacy, e.g., 'Hispanic' includes diverse backgrounds but may overlook specific ethnic identities.
Institutional Racism / Structural Racism
- Defined as racism embedded in societal norms and practices.
- Leads to systemic discrimination in various sectors including justice, employment, and health.
- Indicates that racist structures are foundational and perpetuate inequality.
Interpersonal Racism
- A form of racism expressed in individual interactions and attitudes.
- Reflects personal beliefs and discriminatory behaviors in social relationships.
Typification
- A process of categorizing individuals or groups based on perceived characteristics.
- Often used in sociological contexts to understand behavioral patterns and social norms.
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Description
This quiz explores key concepts of social location, including race, gender, class, and sexual orientation. Understanding these elements is crucial for recognizing individual statuses and societal dynamics. Test your knowledge on how these factors interrelate and shape personal and group identities.
