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Which type of group focuses on emotional support and relationship building?
Which type of group focuses on emotional support and relationship building?
- Expressive Functions (correct)
- In-Group
- Instrumental Functions
- Out-Group
An aggregate is a group that shares strong personal bonds and sees themselves as belonging together.
An aggregate is a group that shares strong personal bonds and sees themselves as belonging together.
False (B)
What are the three types of organization based on membership?
What are the three types of organization based on membership?
Normative, Coercive, Utilitarian
The leader who allows group members freedom and is hands-off is known as a ______ leader.
The leader who allows group members freedom and is hands-off is known as a ______ leader.
Match the following leadership styles with their characteristics:
Match the following leadership styles with their characteristics:
Which term describes behavior that violates social norms?
Which term describes behavior that violates social norms?
Asch's Research demonstrated that individuals always resist group pressure.
Asch's Research demonstrated that individuals always resist group pressure.
According to Merton's Strain Theory, deviance results from the strain between what two aspects?
According to Merton's Strain Theory, deviance results from the strain between what two aspects?
What is the primary focus of Gilligan's Theory of Moral Development for women?
What is the primary focus of Gilligan's Theory of Moral Development for women?
Role strain refers to the difficulty in managing multiple roles simultaneously.
Role strain refers to the difficulty in managing multiple roles simultaneously.
What does the term 'impression management' refer to?
What does the term 'impression management' refer to?
A person becomes a doctor through _____ status.
A person becomes a doctor through _____ status.
Match the following types of socialization agents with their descriptions:
Match the following types of socialization agents with their descriptions:
In George Herbert Mead's theory, which stage involves role-playing?
In George Herbert Mead's theory, which stage involves role-playing?
Self-fulfilling prophecy occurs when a belief leads to its own confirmation.
Self-fulfilling prophecy occurs when a belief leads to its own confirmation.
What is one example of resocialization?
What is one example of resocialization?
Which perspective suggests that stratification benefits the wealthy and powerful?
Which perspective suggests that stratification benefits the wealthy and powerful?
Status consistency occurs when a person's income, education, and occupation are aligned at different levels.
Status consistency occurs when a person's income, education, and occupation are aligned at different levels.
What is the term for groups that are singled out for unequal treatment?
What is the term for groups that are singled out for unequal treatment?
The _____ theory suggests that societal problems are blamed on minority groups to divert attention.
The _____ theory suggests that societal problems are blamed on minority groups to divert attention.
Match the following theoretical perspectives to their main focus:
Match the following theoretical perspectives to their main focus:
Which of the following best defines ethnicity?
Which of the following best defines ethnicity?
The functionalist perspective argues that racial and ethnic inequalities are harmful and destabilizing to society.
The functionalist perspective argues that racial and ethnic inequalities are harmful and destabilizing to society.
Provide an example of a social group that may experience systemic racism.
Provide an example of a social group that may experience systemic racism.
Which perspective suggests that stratification serves a function in society by motivating individuals to fill important roles?
Which perspective suggests that stratification serves a function in society by motivating individuals to fill important roles?
Scapegoat theory involves holding the dominant group responsible for societal problems.
Scapegoat theory involves holding the dominant group responsible for societal problems.
What is the term for a category of people identified by physical traits and often given social meanings?
What is the term for a category of people identified by physical traits and often given social meanings?
A group that has more power and privilege in society is known as the _____ group.
A group that has more power and privilege in society is known as the _____ group.
Which of the following is an example of a minority group facing systemic racism in the U.S.?
Which of the following is an example of a minority group facing systemic racism in the U.S.?
What example illustrates status consistency in an individual?
What example illustrates status consistency in an individual?
Symbolic interactionism focuses solely on the economic disparities in society.
Symbolic interactionism focuses solely on the economic disparities in society.
What do functionalist theorists believe about gender roles?
What do functionalist theorists believe about gender roles?
The Conflict Perspective suggests that gender inequality arises from power struggles, where men have historically held dominance.
The Conflict Perspective suggests that gender inequality arises from power struggles, where men have historically held dominance.
Who is known as the 'Father of Sociology' and what significant term did he coin?
Who is known as the 'Father of Sociology' and what significant term did he coin?
In the Netherlands, ______ marriage has been legal since 2001, reflecting cultural acceptance.
In the Netherlands, ______ marriage has been legal since 2001, reflecting cultural acceptance.
Match the following theorists with their contributions:
Match the following theorists with their contributions:
What does the Symbolic Interactionist Perspective emphasize in relation to gender?
What does the Symbolic Interactionist Perspective emphasize in relation to gender?
Sexuality attitudes and practices are universally the same across all cultures.
Sexuality attitudes and practices are universally the same across all cultures.
Who is known for the concept of double consciousness?
Who is known for the concept of double consciousness?
What is one example of how gender stereotypes are reinforced in everyday interactions?
What is one example of how gender stereotypes are reinforced in everyday interactions?
Herbert Spencer is recognized for his work on social integration and functionalism.
Herbert Spencer is recognized for his work on social integration and functionalism.
What term did Emile Durkheim coin to describe patterns in society that influence behavior?
What term did Emile Durkheim coin to describe patterns in society that influence behavior?
Karl Marx developed the theory of __________, emphasizing the conflicts between different social classes.
Karl Marx developed the theory of __________, emphasizing the conflicts between different social classes.
Which sociologist is associated with the study of bureaucracy and the role of religion in capitalism?
Which sociologist is associated with the study of bureaucracy and the role of religion in capitalism?
Match the sociologist with their primary contribution:
Match the sociologist with their primary contribution:
Constructivism is the belief that reality is fixed and unchangeable.
Constructivism is the belief that reality is fixed and unchangeable.
What research method involves the researcher actively participating in the group being studied?
What research method involves the researcher actively participating in the group being studied?
Which of the following examples best illustrates discrimination against LGBTQ people?
Which of the following examples best illustrates discrimination against LGBTQ people?
The gender pay gap refers to women earning more than men for the same work.
The gender pay gap refers to women earning more than men for the same work.
What is the definition of heterosexism?
What is the definition of heterosexism?
A person whose gender identity differs from their sex assigned at birth is known as ______.
A person whose gender identity differs from their sex assigned at birth is known as ______.
Match the following terms with their definitions:
Match the following terms with their definitions:
Which of the following best describes the term 'gender roles'?
Which of the following best describes the term 'gender roles'?
All ethnic groups in the U.S. faced the same level of prejudice and exploitation.
All ethnic groups in the U.S. faced the same level of prejudice and exploitation.
What does the term 'gender pay gap' refer to?
What does the term 'gender pay gap' refer to?
Which term describes the unfair treatment of individuals based on their race or ethnicity?
Which term describes the unfair treatment of individuals based on their race or ethnicity?
Colorblind racism allows inequalities to persist by ignoring racial differences.
Colorblind racism allows inequalities to persist by ignoring racial differences.
What is an example of institutional racism?
What is an example of institutional racism?
The advantages experienced by White individuals simply because of their race is known as _______ privilege.
The advantages experienced by White individuals simply because of their race is known as _______ privilege.
Match the following concepts with their definitions:
Match the following concepts with their definitions:
What is the primary characteristic of pluralism?
What is the primary characteristic of pluralism?
Assuming someone is lazy because of their racial background, without evidence, is an example of _____?
Assuming someone is lazy because of their racial background, without evidence, is an example of _____?
Institutional racism can be seen in laws that overtly discriminate against minority groups.
Institutional racism can be seen in laws that overtly discriminate against minority groups.
What is the primary purpose of a hypothesis in research?
What is the primary purpose of a hypothesis in research?
Reliability refers to whether a study measures what it claims to.
Reliability refers to whether a study measures what it claims to.
Provide an example of operational definition.
Provide an example of operational definition.
The __________ involves immersion in a community to observe and describe it.
The __________ involves immersion in a community to observe and describe it.
What does value neutrality in research aim to achieve?
What does value neutrality in research aim to achieve?
Match the research methods with their definitions:
Match the research methods with their definitions:
The Tuskegee Experiment was an ethical research study.
The Tuskegee Experiment was an ethical research study.
What is the definition of culture?
What is the definition of culture?
Flashcards
Self-Fulfilling Prophecy
Self-Fulfilling Prophecy
A belief that causes itself to come true.
Role Strain
Role Strain
Difficulties in fulfilling expectations of a single role.
Role Conflict
Role Conflict
Conflict between expectations of different roles.
Achieved Status
Achieved Status
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Impression Management
Impression Management
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Looking-Glass Self
Looking-Glass Self
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Generalized Other
Generalized Other
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Resocialization
Resocialization
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Secondary Group
Secondary Group
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In-Group
In-Group
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Reference Group
Reference Group
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Instrumental Function
Instrumental Function
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Conformity
Conformity
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Deviance
Deviance
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Positive Sanctions
Positive Sanctions
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Merton's Strain Theory
Merton's Strain Theory
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Status Consistency
Status Consistency
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Functionalist Perspective on Stratification
Functionalist Perspective on Stratification
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Conflict Perspective on Stratification
Conflict Perspective on Stratification
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Race
Race
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Ethnicity
Ethnicity
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Minority Group
Minority Group
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Scapegoat Theory
Scapegoat Theory
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Conflict Perspective on Race and Ethnic Inequalities
Conflict Perspective on Race and Ethnic Inequalities
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Dominant Group
Dominant Group
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Prejudice
Prejudice
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Discrimination
Discrimination
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Individual Racism
Individual Racism
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Institutional Racism
Institutional Racism
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Colorblind Racism
Colorblind Racism
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White Privilege
White Privilege
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Pluralism
Pluralism
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Sex vs. Gender
Sex vs. Gender
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Gender Roles
Gender Roles
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Transgender
Transgender
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Heterosexism
Heterosexism
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Gender Socialization
Gender Socialization
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Gender Pay Gap
Gender Pay Gap
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The Glass Ceiling
The Glass Ceiling
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Conflict Theory
Conflict Theory
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Social Facts
Social Facts
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Functionalism
Functionalism
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Verstehen
Verstehen
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Double Consciousness
Double Consciousness
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Symbolic Interactionism
Symbolic Interactionism
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Functionalist Perspective on Gender
Functionalist Perspective on Gender
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Conflict Perspective on Gender
Conflict Perspective on Gender
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Symbolic Interactionism & Gender
Symbolic Interactionism & Gender
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Sexuality Across Cultures
Sexuality Across Cultures
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Structural Functionalism
Structural Functionalism
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Auguste Comte
Auguste Comte
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Scientific Method
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Hypothesis
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Validity
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Reliability
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Operational Definition
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Case Study
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Culture
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Study Notes
Chapter 9: Social Stratification
- Definition: A system where society ranks people into layers based on wealth, power, and prestige.
- Example: Upper, middle, and lower classes in the U.S.
Caste System
- Definition: A system where people are born into a social rank and cannot change it.
- Example: India's caste system, where jobs and marriages were traditionally determined by caste.
Absolute Poverty
- Definition: Lacking the basic necessities to live, like food, water, or shelter.
- Example: A person who cannot afford enough food to meet daily needs.
Relative Poverty
- Definition: Being poor compared to others in your society, even if basic needs are met.
- Example: a family in the U.S. without a car may be in relative poverty because others around them have cars.
Conspicuous Consumption
- Definition: Buying things to show off wealth or status.
- Example: Purchasing an expensive designer bag, not for utility but to display wealth.
Davis-Moore Thesis
- Definition: A theory that says society rewards people with higher pay and prestige for doing harder or more important jobs.
- Example: Doctors earn more than retail workers because their job is more complex and vital.
Endogamous & Exogamous
- Endogamous: Marrying within your social group or class.
- Example: Two people from the same religion getting married.
- Exogamous: Marrying outside your social group or class.
- Example: A wealthy person marrying someone from a lower-income background.
Ideology
- Definition: A set of beliefs that justify how society is organized.
- Example: The idea of the "American Dream" supports the belief that anyone can succeed with hard work, even if opportunities aren't equal.
Inter & Intragenerational Mobility
- Intergenerational Mobility: Social movement across generations in a family.
- Example: A child of a janitor becomes a professor.
- Intragenerational Mobility: Social movement during a person's own lifetime.
- Example: A person starts as a fast-food worker and becomes a restaurant owner.
Socioeconomic Status (SES)
- Definition: A combination of income, education, and occupation used to rank people in society.
- Example: A lawyer with a high income and advanced education has a high SES.
Status Consistency
- Definition: When someone's income, education, and occupation align at the same level.
- Example: A professor earns a decent salary, has a PhD, and is respected in society (all high status).
Theoretical Perspectives (Functionalist, Conflict, Symbolic Interactionist)
- Detailed explanations of each perspective regarding stratification are not provided in this document.
Chapter 11: Race & Ethnicity
- Detailed explanations of race, ethnicity, minority groups, dominant groups, and Scapegoat Theory are not provided in this document.
- Theoretical perspectives on race and culture are not covered.
Chapter 12: Sex & Gender
- Detailed explanations of sex, gender, gender roles, gender identity, transgender, heterosexism are not provided in this document.
- Explanations of theoretical perspectives on gender, and The Glass Ceiling are also not covered.
Chapter 13: Culture
- Detailed explanations of Society, Material & Non-Material Culture, Ethnocentrism, Cultural Relativism, Culture Shock and Sanctions are not covered.
- Detailed explanations of additional concepts like Norms, Sapir-Whorf Hypothesis, Subculture, Counterculture, theories and concepts of Émile Durkheim are not covered.
Socio-cultural theories
- Overview of different theories, including Symbolic Interactionism, Functionalism, and Conflict Perspective.
- Key concepts and examples related to applying the sociological perspective to social interactions.
- Biographical information regarding key figures and their contributions.
Research Methods
- Overview of various research designs, including participant observation, existing data analysis, scientific method, hypothesis formulation.
- Detailed definitions, examples, and critical evaluation of research methodologies.
Other concepts
- Detailed explanations of other related concepts within this document are also lacking.
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Explore the concepts of social stratification, caste systems, and different forms of poverty in this quiz. Delve into how wealth, power, and prestige influence society. Understand conspicuous consumption and the implications of the Davis-Moore thesis on social structures.
