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What describes racism in the context provided?
What describes racism in the context provided?
Which group is explicitly mentioned as an example of ethnic minorities in the Philippines?
Which group is explicitly mentioned as an example of ethnic minorities in the Philippines?
What barrier do people with disabilities (PWDs) often face according to the content?
What barrier do people with disabilities (PWDs) often face according to the content?
Which of the following is NOT mentioned as a difficulty faced by the elderly?
Which of the following is NOT mentioned as a difficulty faced by the elderly?
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What aspect of social inequality is highlighted for isolated communities?
What aspect of social inequality is highlighted for isolated communities?
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In the context of the advocacy video project, which is a requirement for group members?
In the context of the advocacy video project, which is a requirement for group members?
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Which type of poverty refers to the lack of basic resources needed to maintain a quality lifestyle?
Which type of poverty refers to the lack of basic resources needed to maintain a quality lifestyle?
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What does gender inequality primarily refer to?
What does gender inequality primarily refer to?
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What action leads to a deduction of points in the video submission project?
What action leads to a deduction of points in the video submission project?
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What is subjectively defined as an individual’s perception of their actual income against expectations?
What is subjectively defined as an individual’s perception of their actual income against expectations?
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Which phrase best characterizes the issues certain religious groups face?
Which phrase best characterizes the issues certain religious groups face?
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What distinguishes intragenerational mobility from intergenerational mobility?
What distinguishes intragenerational mobility from intergenerational mobility?
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Which of the following exemplifies relative poverty?
Which of the following exemplifies relative poverty?
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Which of the following best defines gender roles?
Which of the following best defines gender roles?
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Which of the following statements about ethnic minorities is true?
Which of the following statements about ethnic minorities is true?
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Oprah Winfrey is often cited as an example of which type of social mobility?
Oprah Winfrey is often cited as an example of which type of social mobility?
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What is social status primarily based on?
What is social status primarily based on?
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Which characteristic is a key aspect of a closed stratification system?
Which characteristic is a key aspect of a closed stratification system?
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What does the Davis-Moore hypothesis suggest about social stratification?
What does the Davis-Moore hypothesis suggest about social stratification?
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Which of the following is considered a form of power in the context of social stratification?
Which of the following is considered a form of power in the context of social stratification?
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Which of the following represents wealth in terms of social desirables?
Which of the following represents wealth in terms of social desirables?
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In terms of stratification, respect and admiration from society are classified as what?
In terms of stratification, respect and admiration from society are classified as what?
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Which social class refers to the working class in the context of stratification?
Which social class refers to the working class in the context of stratification?
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What guiding principle does Singapore emphasize as part of its social stratification system?
What guiding principle does Singapore emphasize as part of its social stratification system?
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Study Notes
Social Stratification
- Social status: A person's position in society, often determined by economic background.
- Social class: Defined by one's economic position.
- Social roles: Sets of behaviors expected of individuals based on their social status.
- Closed System: Limited social mobility - individuals are born into a specific social class and have little opportunity to move up or down (example: The French Estates System).
- Open System: Allows for social mobility based on merit, effort, and talent (example: Meritocracy in Singapore).
- Davis-Moore Hypothesis: Argues social stratification is necessary for social functioning, with higher rewards incentivizing individuals to fill important positions.
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Social Desirables: Power, prestige, and wealth are the factors that give individuals a higher status in society.
- Power: The ability to influence others despite resistance, with three legitimate bases: coercive, reward, and legitimate.
- Prestige: Respect and admiration given by society, varies with social status.
- Wealth: Material assets and money, easily measured.
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Social Mobility: The movement of individuals or groups between social positions.
- Intragenerational Mobility: Social mobility within a person's lifetime.
- Intergenerational Mobility: Social mobility across generations (e.g., a child moving to a higher social class than their parents).
Inequality and Poverty
- Inequality: Unequal distribution of social desirables and opportunities are key indicators.
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Poverty: Lack of resources to maintain a decent standard of living.
- Absolute Poverty: Complete lack of basic needs (food, water, shelter, healthcare).
- Relative Poverty: Inability to maintain an average standard of living compared to the rest of society.
- Subjective Poverty: Individuals perceiving themselves as poor based on their own income and expectations.
Social Inequality Issues
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Gender Inequality: Imbalances in power, opportunities, and resources between men and women.
- Sex: Biological differences between males and females.
- Gender: Culturally defined characteristics of masculinity and femininity.
- Gender Roles: Specific tasks and behaviors expected of individuals based on their sex.
- Gender Identity: How a person identifies their gender.
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Ethnic Minorities: Groups that differ in race, color, or cultural origin from the dominant group, often facing discrimination and inequality.
- Race: Shared ancestry and physical traits.
- Racism: Discriminatory attitudes and practices based on race.
- Other Minorities: Individuals and groups facing discrimination and lack of resources, including people with disabilities (PWDs), the elderly, specific religious groups, and isolated communities.
- Global Inequality: Disparities in wealth, resources, and living standards between countries and regions.
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This quiz explores the concepts of social stratification, including social status, class, and roles. It examines the differences between closed and open systems of social mobility and discusses the Davis-Moore Hypothesis. Test your understanding of how power, prestige, and wealth contribute to societal structures.
