Questions and Answers
What is the defining characteristic of the Upper Upper Class?
Who is an example of the Lower Upper Class?
Bill Gates
The Upper Middle Class values education and is primarily made up of independent business people.
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What percentage of the population does the Middle Class constitute?
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What do working-class individuals emphasize in their lifestyle?
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What is a defining characteristic of the Lower Class?
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What shopping places do Lower Class individuals prefer?
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Study Notes
Upper Upper Class
- Composed of individuals from aristocratic families; regarded as social elite.
- Hold positions as leaders and trustees of boards and country clubs.
- Often referred to as the "old rich."
Lower Upper Class
- Known as the New Rich; they originate from new wealth rather than established backgrounds.
- Typically excluded from aristocratic circles due to their lack of historic family wealth.
- Bill Gates exemplifies this class, along with corporate presidents.
Upper Middle Class
- Represents a significant segment of the American population dedicated to achieving this status.
- Consists mainly of independent business people who highly value education and self-made success.
- Individuals seek visibility in society through careers, private clubs, and engagement in cultural causes and the arts.
Middle Class
- Comprises approximately 70% of the population, with a division between white-collar and blue-collar workers.
- Includes office employees, educators, low-level managers, and well-paid laborers.
- Emphasizes traditional family values, respectability, and a decent lifestyle, often with some college education.
- Working-Class Aristocrats within this class are skilled, express disdain for the upper-middle class, and favor products aligned with their social standing.
Lower Class
- Falls below the poverty line, divided into Upper Lower and Lower Lower classes.
- Upper Lower Class members often have low education, earn minimal incomes, and work unskilled jobs, frequently in low-wage, unstable employment settings.
- Lower Lower Class includes individuals with minimal education, many lacking a high school diploma, and often unemployed for extended periods, relying on government support.
- Purchasing habits reflect affordability, often favoring stores like Walmart and Dollar General; prone to buying on credit or renting products due to financial constrictions.
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Explore key terms related to social classes in this quiz based on Chapter 4 of your sociology textbook. Understand the distinctions between the Upper Upper Class and the Lower Upper Class through detailed definitions. Perfect for reviewing essential concepts and preparing for your sociology exams.
