Society: Family, Power & Authority

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Which of the following best describes 'descent' in the context of society?

  • A person's professional career.
  • A person's current social status.
  • A person's educational achievements.
  • A person's lineage or ancestral background. (correct)

The 'nuclear family' includes multiple generations living together with strong economic ties.

False (B)

What is the term for the practice of marrying within one's own social or ethnic group?

Endogamy

When a man is married to multiple women simultaneously, it is known as ______.

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Match the family structure with its defining characteristic:

<p>Patriarchal Family = Authority held by the eldest male Extended Family = Multiple nuclear families socially and economically connected Nuclear Family = Basic social unit instilling values</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following scenarios illustrates 'bayanihan'?

<p>Neighbors helping each other rebuild after a natural disaster. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Authority is the inherent ability to influence others, regardless of legal recognition.

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What type of leader inspires followers through their personal charm and appeal?

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Authority that is passed down through generations is known as ______ authority.

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

Match each concept with its description:

<p>Reciprocity = Exchanging services without immediate payment Demand = Consumers' willingness to purchase goods Supply = Availability of goods for sale</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary function of the Central Bank of the Philippines?

<p>Overseeing the Philippine banking system. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Layoffs are typically implemented to expand a company's workforce.

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What is a 'producer's cooperative' designed to support?

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In a ______ system, social status is generally ascribed at birth and offers limited mobility.

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

Match the types of social mobility with their descriptions:

<p>Horizontal Mobility = Movement between social groups at the same level Social Mobility = Movement between social classes</p> Signup and view all the answers

According to Kingsley Davis, which of the following is a factor in social stratification?

<p>Wealth. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Social inequality is not relevant to the study of sociology.

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What does the acronym LGBT stand for?

<p>Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, and Transgender</p> Signup and view all the answers

Teaching respect for sexual orientation is a step towards promoting ______.

<p>gender equality</p> Signup and view all the answers

Match the following concepts with their effects or definitions:

<p>Deforestation = Contributes to climate change Technological Changes = Affect employment</p> Signup and view all the answers

Flashcards

Descent

A person’s lineage or ancestral background.

Family

The primary social unit instilling values, norms, and beliefs.

Kinship

The network of social relationships formed among people in a society.

Extended Family

Multiple nuclear families socially and economically connected.

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Endogamy

Marrying within one’s social or ethnic group.

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Polygyny

When a man is married to multiple women at the same time.

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Polygamy

General term for multiple marriages.

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Patriarchal Family

Family where the eldest male holds authority.

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Bayanihan

Collective volunteer work for a common cause.

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Power

Overall ability of a leader to command and influence.

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Legitimacy

Recognition of a leader as rightful.

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Authority

The legal right to exercise power.

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Charismatic Leader

A leader who inspires people through their personality.

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Traditional Authority

Authority inherited from past leaders.

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Reciprocity

Involves exchanging services or favors without immediate financial compensation.

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Demand

Willingness of consumers to purchase goods at a given price.

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Supply

Availability of goods or services for sale.

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Money

The medium of exchange used in transactions.

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Prices

Agreed-upon values in an exchange.

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Generalized Reciprocity

Open-ended exchange of goods/services without a set timeframe.

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Study Notes

  • Descent refers to a person’s lineage or ancestral background.
  • Family is the primary social unit that instills values, norms, and beliefs.
  • Kinship is the network of social relationships formed among people in society.
  • An extended family consists of multiple nuclear families that are socially and economically connected.
  • Endogamy is the practice of marrying within one’s social or ethnic group.
  • Polygyny is when a man is married to multiple women at the same time.
  • Polygamy is a general term for multiple marriages.
  • In a patriarchal family, the eldest male holds authority.
  • Bayanihan refers to collective volunteer work for a common cause.
  • Power is the overall ability of a leader to command and influence.
  • Legitimacy refers to the recognition of a leader as rightful.
  • Authority is the legal right to exercise power.
  • A charismatic leader inspires people through their personality.
  • Traditional authority is inherited from past leaders.
  • Reciprocity involves exchanging services or favors without immediate financial compensation.
  • Demand is the willingness of consumers to purchase goods at a given price.
  • Supply refers to the availability of goods or services for sale.
  • Money is the medium of exchange used in transactions.
  • Prices are the agreed-upon values in an exchange.
  • Generalized Reciprocity involves an open-ended exchange of goods/services without a set time frame.
  • A layoff occurs when employees are dismissed to reduce workforce size.
  • The Central Bank of the Philippines oversees the Philippine banking system.
  • Exploitation, poor conditions, and lack of respect led to trade unions.
  • A producer’s cooperative supports members in marketing and production.
  • One Network Bank is an example of a rural or cooperative bank.
  • Caste systems are rigid and do not allow social mobility.
  • Class systems are more open and flexible.
  • Class systems allow the most social mobility.
  • Social mobility is the movement between social classes.
  • In caste systems, status is ascribed at birth.
  • Horizontal mobility refers to a shift in social groups at the same level.
  • Marrying a member of the family friend follows endogamy, common in caste systems.
  • Horizontal Mobility refers to changing social groups without moving up or down the hierarchy.
  • Kingsley Davis described the characteristics of social stratification.
  • Sex, age, strength, and wealth are key factors in social stratification.
  • Social capital refers to collective action and shared goals.
  • Symbolic capital includes prestige and recognition in society.
  • Political capital is the trust and influence of a leader.
  • Social inequality is central to the study of sociology.
  • LGBT stands for Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, and Transgender.
  • Laws help promote rights for women and the LGBT community through policy legislation.
  • Ethnic minorities often face discrimination due to cultural practices.
  • Persons with disabilities (PWD) are often discriminated against due to physical impairments.
  • International treaties and agreements help address global inequalities.
  • Treaties set guidelines on global issues.
  • Population growth, changing tastes, and climate change all impact food security.
  • Teaching respect for sexual orientation promotes gender equality.
  • Fuel burning, deforestation, and improper waste disposal contribute to climate change.
  • Technological changes and skill adaptation affect employment.

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