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Which of the following statements best describes the concept of social structure?
Which of the following statements best describes the concept of social structure?
- A society distinguished by its diversity when compared with other distinct societies.
- A society where individuals uniformly adhere to societal values and norms.
- Harmonious relationships formed through reciprocal actions among diverse social groups.
- The transition of a society across different hierarchical levels within the existing social strata.
- The intricate web of relationships between fundamental social elements such as norms, institutions, groups, and social layers. (correct)
Which of the following options represents the fundamental elements within a social stratification system?
Which of the following options represents the fundamental elements within a social stratification system?
- Social groups and institutions
- Status and role (correct)
- Social values and norms
- Social differentiation and social stratification
- Position and rank
Pluralism characterized by values like religion, family systems, and communal resilience, all deeply ingrained in a society's way of life, is best described as pluralism based on:
Pluralism characterized by values like religion, family systems, and communal resilience, all deeply ingrained in a society's way of life, is best described as pluralism based on:
- Culture (correct)
- Social interaction
- Physical environment
- Economy
- Politics
According to Max Weber, social stratification is most accurately defined as:
According to Max Weber, social stratification is most accurately defined as:
In a rigid social stratification system where vertical mobility is restricted, and individuals primarily experience horizontal mobility, the form of stratification is considered:
In a rigid social stratification system where vertical mobility is restricted, and individuals primarily experience horizontal mobility, the form of stratification is considered:
Which of the following statements accurately depict facts of social stratification?
Which of the following statements accurately depict facts of social stratification?
Which of the following pairs of social groups are classified based on achievement and group goals?
Which of the following pairs of social groups are classified based on achievement and group goals?
According to Ferdinand Tonnies, the concept of patembayan in society is best described as:
According to Ferdinand Tonnies, the concept of patembayan in society is best described as:
Which of the following groups are recognized as 'real groups'?
Which of the following groups are recognized as 'real groups'?
Religious diversity in Indonesia is significantly influenced by its:
Religious diversity in Indonesia is significantly influenced by its:
The migration of Indonesian ancestors from Greece, following both western and eastern routes, primarily contributed to pluralism in terms of:
The migration of Indonesian ancestors from Greece, following both western and eastern routes, primarily contributed to pluralism in terms of:
In Indonesia, racial social groups are primarily formed due to:
In Indonesia, racial social groups are primarily formed due to:
Considering Indonesia's high degree of pluralism and potential for conflict, what is the most effective approach to promote social harmony and address these issues?
Considering Indonesia's high degree of pluralism and potential for conflict, what is the most effective approach to promote social harmony and address these issues?
A prominent negative consequence of multiculturalism, such as intercultural conflict, can be effectively addressed by:
A prominent negative consequence of multiculturalism, such as intercultural conflict, can be effectively addressed by:
Which of the following definitions accurately describes social stratification?
Which of the following definitions accurately describes social stratification?
Which of the following is NOT a commonly used criterion for classifying community members into different social strata?
Which of the following is NOT a commonly used criterion for classifying community members into different social strata?
Which characteristics are indicative of a simple social structure?
Which characteristics are indicative of a simple social structure?
Which of the following social facts best illustrates social differentiation?
Which of the following social facts best illustrates social differentiation?
Social differentiation can have negative consequences for community life. Which option exemplifies a negative impact?
Social differentiation can have negative consequences for community life. Which option exemplifies a negative impact?
A person's social status can be acquired through ascribed status. Which statement illustrates ascribed status?
A person's social status can be acquired through ascribed status. Which statement illustrates ascribed status?
In traditional societies, farmers tilling rice fields are often considered lower in status than landowners. This suggests that social-economic status and higher social rank are determined by:
In traditional societies, farmers tilling rice fields are often considered lower in status than landowners. This suggests that social-economic status and higher social rank are determined by:
Social structure can be categorized into vertical and horizontal dimensions. Which statement reflects the vertical dimension of social structure?
Social structure can be categorized into vertical and horizontal dimensions. Which statement reflects the vertical dimension of social structure?
Which grouping represents a horizontal social structure within a plural society?
Which grouping represents a horizontal social structure within a plural society?
The independence of Indonesia was achieved through the contributions of freedom fighters, who are now recognized as national heroes. This recognition signifies the attainment of social status through:
The independence of Indonesia was achieved through the contributions of freedom fighters, who are now recognized as national heroes. This recognition signifies the attainment of social status through:
Pak Budi lacks stable employment and only completed primary school, yet he is considered affluent in his village due to a substantial inheritance. Pak Budi's status is derived from:
Pak Budi lacks stable employment and only completed primary school, yet he is considered affluent in his village due to a substantial inheritance. Pak Budi's status is derived from:
Residents of village X mostly work as farmers. Those who own large rice fields and numerous livestock are highly respected. Social stratification in village X is primarily determined by:
Residents of village X mostly work as farmers. Those who own large rice fields and numerous livestock are highly respected. Social stratification in village X is primarily determined by:
Which of the following statements illustrates a vertical social structure?
Which of the following statements illustrates a vertical social structure?
In Indonesia, professional organizations for journalists, teachers, doctors, lecturers, and advocates exemplify social differentiation based on:
In Indonesia, professional organizations for journalists, teachers, doctors, lecturers, and advocates exemplify social differentiation based on:
When a president announces the appointment of cabinet ministers, this action best represents:
When a president announces the appointment of cabinet ministers, this action best represents:
The village head is highly respected due to their authority in managing village development, while villagers, who implement development instructions, are considered lower in status. This illustrates the relationship between:
The village head is highly respected due to their authority in managing village development, while villagers, who implement development instructions, are considered lower in status. This illustrates the relationship between:
Considering the essential role of social structure, how does it primarily contribute to society as a whole?
Considering the essential role of social structure, how does it primarily contribute to society as a whole?
What fundamental role does social structure play in the progression and advancement of society?
What fundamental role does social structure play in the progression and advancement of society?
Considering Indonesia's diverse societal structure, which outcome is most likely to foster long-term social cohesion and stability?
Considering Indonesia's diverse societal structure, which outcome is most likely to foster long-term social cohesion and stability?
How does the interplay between ascribed and achieved status most significantly influence an individual's social mobility in a modern, industrialized society?
How does the interplay between ascribed and achieved status most significantly influence an individual's social mobility in a modern, industrialized society?
In a society experiencing rapid social and economic changes, which of the following is most likely to occur regarding existing social stratification systems?
In a society experiencing rapid social and economic changes, which of the following is most likely to occur regarding existing social stratification systems?
Considering the concepts of Gemeinschaft and Gesellschaft, which transformation would most accurately represent a shift from a predominantly Gemeinschaft society to a predominantly Gesellschaft society?
Considering the concepts of Gemeinschaft and Gesellschaft, which transformation would most accurately represent a shift from a predominantly Gemeinschaft society to a predominantly Gesellschaft society?
How do formal and informal social groups interact within a complex social structure to influence individual behavior and societal norms?
How do formal and informal social groups interact within a complex social structure to influence individual behavior and societal norms?
Flashcards
Social Structure
Social Structure
Interconnection of social norms, institutions, groups, and stratification.
Elements of Social Stratification
Elements of Social Stratification
Status (position) and roles (expected behaviors).
Cultural Pluralism
Cultural Pluralism
Pluralism based on values like religion and family systems.
Social Stratification (Weber)
Social Stratification (Weber)
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Closed Stratification
Closed Stratification
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Facts of Social Stratification
Facts of Social Stratification
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Social Group Types
Social Group Types
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Patembayan (Tonnies)
Patembayan (Tonnies)
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Forms of Real Groups
Forms of Real Groups
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Religious Diversity Factors
Religious Diversity Factors
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Pluralism of Ethnic Groups
Pluralism of Ethnic Groups
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Racial Social Group Formation
Racial Social Group Formation
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Mitigating Conflict in Plural Society
Mitigating Conflict in Plural Society
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Resolving Intercultural Conflict
Resolving Intercultural Conflict
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Social Stratification
Social Stratification
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Classifying Society Members
Classifying Society Members
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Simple Societies Social Structure
Simple Societies Social Structure
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Social Differentiation Example
Social Differentiation Example
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Negative Impact of Social Differentiation
Negative Impact of Social Differentiation
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Ascribed Status Examples
Ascribed Status Examples
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Traditional Society Hierarchy
Traditional Society Hierarchy
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Vertical Social Structure
Vertical Social Structure
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Horizontal Social Structure
Horizontal Social Structure
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Assigned Status
Assigned Status
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Status Based on Heritage
Status Based on Heritage
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Social Stratification in Village X
Social Stratification in Village X
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Vertical Social Structure (Examples)
Vertical Social Structure (Examples)
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Social Differentiation (Profession)
Social Differentiation (Profession)
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Social Role of the President
Social Role of the President
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Respected Authority Figures
Respected Authority Figures
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Achieved Status
Achieved Status
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Importance of Social Structure
Importance of Social Structure
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Importance of Social Structure to Development
Importance of Social Structure to Development
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Study Notes
- Social structure is the interconnectedness of social norms, institutions, groups, and stratification.
- Status and role are fundamental elements within social stratification systems.
- Cultural pluralism reflects adherence to values like religion, family, and resilience.
Social Stratification (Max Weber)
- Hierarchical classification of individuals within a social system.
Closed Stratification
- Impedes vertical mobility, limiting individuals to horizontal movement.
Social Stratification Indicators
- Wealth determines a person's societal status.
- Village governance includes the head, neighborhood leaders.
- Higher education is associated with greater respect from society.
Social Groups (Achievements & Goals)
- Includes both formal and informal groups.
Patembayan (Ferdinand Tonnies)
- Refers to as Gesellschaft.
Real Groups
- Consist of societa, statistical, and association groupings.
Religious Diversity (Indonesia)
- Influenced by its strategic location on international trade routes.
Ethnic Pluralism (Indonesia)
- Originated from the arrival of ancestors from Greece via western and eastern routes.
Racial Groups (Indonesia)
- Formed based on physical similarities.
Plural Society Conflict Resolution
- Requires tolerance.
Multiculturalism Mitigation
- Requires intercultural communication to counter negative impacts like conflict.
Social Stratification
- The differentiation of society members vertically
Social Layer Classification
- Wealth, knowledge, honor and power are used and not gender
Simple Social Structures
- Prioritizes mutual cooperation, strong family bonds and with unwritten legal systems.
Social Differentiation Facts
- Reflected in the diverse cultural backgrounds of residents.
Negative Impacts of Social Differentiation
- Can create a tendency to compare and contrast cultures of different groups.
Ascribed Status
- Acquired at birth like cast or noble titles.
Traditional Society
- Higher status due to the ownership of rice fields and land
Vertical Social Structure
- Evidenced in traditional societies where nobility holds prestige.
Horizontal Social Structure
- Shown through the diversity of ethnicities, occupations, and religions.
Assigned Status
- Awarded based on certain criteria, heroic titles etc.
Achieved Status
- Gained through accomplishments like being a doctor/professor.
Social Status (Inheritance)
- Derived from ancestry.
Village Stratification
- Determined by wealth.
Vertical Social Structure Indicators
- Include respect for retired civil servants and noble ancestry.
Professional Social Differentiation
- In Indonesia like lawyers & proffessors shows different social status.
Presidential Social Role
- Includes appointing cabinet ministers.
Village Head Position
- Respected due to authority in development management.
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