Social Stratification Quiz

The importance of positions in society and the rewards attached to them are determined by the functional importance of the position and the scarcity of talent or extensive training required.

The argument is that the unequal distribution of resources and higher pay serves as a motivation for individuals to work harder and longer, especially for positions requiring costly and extensive training.

Tumin believes that gender and class are better predictors of success in society, suggesting that ability alone does not guarantee success.

<p>According to Davis and Moore, a meritocracy is a society where individuals are judged based on their individual abilities rather than family connections, and where ability determines prestige.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The example illustrates that economic rewards and prestige are not the only factors used to encourage entry into critical positions, as personal pleasure and intrinsic satisfaction also play a role. It also highlights that economic reward and prestige do not always align with the importance of a position to the functioning of society.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The overall effect of a system with unequal rewards is that it leads to a more productive system, as individuals are motivated to work harder and longer in pursuit of higher rewards.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Davis and Moore argue that humans are not often intrinsically motivated, and external motivators such as higher pay and rewards play a significant role in individuals' decision making to enter critical positions in society.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The symbolic interactionist perspective, influenced by George Mead's ideas, emphasizes the role of social interactions, symbols, and meanings in shaping individuals' perceptions of success and their behaviors within society.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Durkheim argues that society attaches more reward to positions of greater functional importance, such as those requiring extensive training and scarce talent, as they are crucial for the functioning of society.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Apart from economic rewards and prestige, Tumin suggests that personal pleasure and intrinsic satisfaction are alternative factors used to encourage people to enter critical positions in society.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Durkheim = Society attaching more reward to positions of greater functional importance Davis and Moore = Unequal distribution of resources as motivation for working harder and longer Tumin = Importance of position not always determined by high salary or level of prestige George Mead = Belief that ability is not equal to success</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Meritocracy = Society judged on individual abilities rather than family connection (Davis and Moore) Intrinsic motivation = Role in decision-making for individuals entering critical positions (Davis and Moore) Symbolic interactionist perspective = George Mead's influence on the discussion of success in society External motivators = Play a huge role in decision-making for individuals entering critical positions (Davis and Moore)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Doctors and dentists = Positions that must be filled by the most qualified people (Davis and Moore) Ovechkin and the Prime Minister = Illustration of the principles of social stratification according to Tumin Economic rewards and prestige = Not the only means used to encourage people to enter critical positions (Tumin) Playing hockey and being a Prime Minister = Comparison of rewards received for positions of different importance (Davis and Moore)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Willingness to take risks, work hard, bend rules, and be on the constant lookout for opportunities</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Acted as a bookie, taking bets on horse racing from other students</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>His grandfather was a director of Imperial Oil and his father invented a vacuum tube for radios</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>5 times higher</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Systemic discrimination and economic disadvantage</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Who gets what, when, and why in society</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Closed systems have rigid boundaries and ascribed status, while open systems allow for social mobility influenced by achieved status</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>It led to the subjugation of African people, impacting race relations in America</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>They determine occupation, social life, marriage, and belief systems</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Gender, race, religion, ability, birth, wealth, and geographical location</p> Signup and view all the answers