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Which group of crimes occupies most of the time and attention of the criminal justice system?
Which group of crimes occupies most of the time and attention of the criminal justice system?
What is 'event-driven poverty'?
What is 'event-driven poverty'?
According to a functionalist perspective, why does Canada have inequality?
According to a functionalist perspective, why does Canada have inequality?
A/an ___________________ status is a social position conferred at birth or received involuntarily later in life.
A/an ___________________ status is a social position conferred at birth or received involuntarily later in life.
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What is the combined measure used by sociologists to classify individuals based on income, occupation, and education?
What is the combined measure used by sociologists to classify individuals based on income, occupation, and education?
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Which focus would a conflict perspective on socialization explore?
Which focus would a conflict perspective on socialization explore?
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When infants are deprived of human contact, they do not develop the characteristics that most consider 'human'. Is this statement true or false?
When infants are deprived of human contact, they do not develop the characteristics that most consider 'human'. Is this statement true or false?
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In a closed system of stratification, boundaries between levels are flexible. Is this statement true or false?
In a closed system of stratification, boundaries between levels are flexible. Is this statement true or false?
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Which theory suggests that members of a privileged racial group develop prejudices to maintain their labor market position?
Which theory suggests that members of a privileged racial group develop prejudices to maintain their labor market position?
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What best describes the medicalization of women's health issues?
What best describes the medicalization of women's health issues?
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The Chinese Exclusionary Act is an example of which type of discrimination?
The Chinese Exclusionary Act is an example of which type of discrimination?
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Which theory is most aligned with the view of gender as a social construct?
Which theory is most aligned with the view of gender as a social construct?
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Assimilation occurs when a marginalized group is:
Assimilation occurs when a marginalized group is:
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What distinguishes race from ethnicity in sociological terms?
What distinguishes race from ethnicity in sociological terms?
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What is the term for the practice of one female marrying multiple males?
What is the term for the practice of one female marrying multiple males?
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Which statement regarding hunting and gathering societies is accurate?
Which statement regarding hunting and gathering societies is accurate?
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The concept that suggests one's culture is superior to others is labeled as what?
The concept that suggests one's culture is superior to others is labeled as what?
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Interactionist explanations of family problems emphasize what aspect?
Interactionist explanations of family problems emphasize what aspect?
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In the context of social stratification, what is a family of orientation?
In the context of social stratification, what is a family of orientation?
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What characterizes gender differences in hunting and gathering societies?
What characterizes gender differences in hunting and gathering societies?
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Which term describes the institution where one individual marries multiple individuals of the opposite sex?
Which term describes the institution where one individual marries multiple individuals of the opposite sex?
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Which of the following best describes individuals whose physical sex characteristics fall outside the boundaries of male/female dualisms?
Which of the following best describes individuals whose physical sex characteristics fall outside the boundaries of male/female dualisms?
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Which scenario is the most direct example of systemic racism in Canada?
Which scenario is the most direct example of systemic racism in Canada?
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In the Gender Gap Index, which area did Canada score the highest in for 2014?
In the Gender Gap Index, which area did Canada score the highest in for 2014?
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Which race relations approach aims to eliminate social, economic, and political forms of racism through legal steps?
Which race relations approach aims to eliminate social, economic, and political forms of racism through legal steps?
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From an exchange theory perspective, who seems to benefit the most from hypogamy?
From an exchange theory perspective, who seems to benefit the most from hypogamy?
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According to Talcott Parsons’s concept of the sick role, which statement correctly characterizes the sick person?
According to Talcott Parsons’s concept of the sick role, which statement correctly characterizes the sick person?
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What is a common misconception about people who identify as non-binary?
What is a common misconception about people who identify as non-binary?
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Which of the following describes a key difference between race and ethnicity?
Which of the following describes a key difference between race and ethnicity?
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Which factor is not considered a social determinant of health?
Which factor is not considered a social determinant of health?
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How does multiculturalism aim to address issues of ethnic stratification?
How does multiculturalism aim to address issues of ethnic stratification?
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What is a primary cause for the health disparities observed in Aboriginal populations?
What is a primary cause for the health disparities observed in Aboriginal populations?
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What does John Porter’s analysis of ethnic groups in Canada highlight regarding social resources?
What does John Porter’s analysis of ethnic groups in Canada highlight regarding social resources?
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Which option best describes gender according to sociological definitions?
Which option best describes gender according to sociological definitions?
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Which sociological theory is known for supporting traditional views of gender roles?
Which sociological theory is known for supporting traditional views of gender roles?
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Which of the following statements accurately contrasts race and ethnicity?
Which of the following statements accurately contrasts race and ethnicity?
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Which of the following factors may negatively influence health outcomes but is not primarily biological in nature?
Which of the following factors may negatively influence health outcomes but is not primarily biological in nature?
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What concept refers to the differences attributed to biological and anatomical traits between the sexes?
What concept refers to the differences attributed to biological and anatomical traits between the sexes?
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In the context of sociology, which option best describes the term 'vertical mosaic'?
In the context of sociology, which option best describes the term 'vertical mosaic'?
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Which of the following is a misconception about the role of genetics in health disparities?
Which of the following is a misconception about the role of genetics in health disparities?
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Which family form is characterized by individuals adopted or raised together, regardless of biological ties?
Which family form is characterized by individuals adopted or raised together, regardless of biological ties?
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Which concept refers to the hierarchical structure in which men hold most power in cultural, political, and economic systems?
Which concept refers to the hierarchical structure in which men hold most power in cultural, political, and economic systems?
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What does racialization refer to in the context of societal structures?
What does racialization refer to in the context of societal structures?
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Which reason is NOT typically cited by social conflict theorists as a way the family perpetuates social inequality?
Which reason is NOT typically cited by social conflict theorists as a way the family perpetuates social inequality?
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According to social perspectives, how is ethnicity typically defined?
According to social perspectives, how is ethnicity typically defined?
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What was the conclusion drawn regarding gender differences in math performance by Cummins' (2014) analysis?
What was the conclusion drawn regarding gender differences in math performance by Cummins' (2014) analysis?
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How do the terms race and ethnicity differ in sociological discourse?
How do the terms race and ethnicity differ in sociological discourse?
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Which factor is essential in understanding how families influence socialization and societal inequality?
Which factor is essential in understanding how families influence socialization and societal inequality?
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Which concept involves the structural inequalities and power dynamics influenced by gender?
Which concept involves the structural inequalities and power dynamics influenced by gender?
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What distinguishes a blended family from a nuclear family?
What distinguishes a blended family from a nuclear family?
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Study Notes
Crime Classification and Types
- Street crime, violent crime, and corporate crime are significant areas of focus in the criminal justice system
- Street crime and violent crime, as well as corporate crime, likely occupy substantial time and consideration from the criminal justice system.
Poverty and its Causes
- "Event-driven poverty" describes poverty resulting from life-altering events like divorce or widowhood.
- Economic downturns and recessions are also factors that can contribute to poverty. High unemployment from an economic downturn is one way a recession causes poverty.
- Poverty can be perpetuated by spending patterns of people in poverty.
Inequality and the Functionalist Perspective
- A functionalist perspective on inequality suggests inequality is an unavoidable and necessary component of Canadian society.
- This perspective does not view inequality as a problem to be solved, but rather as a natural aspect of the social order.
- A functionalist perspective on social inequality does not consider factors such as the actions of elites to maintain power.
Social Class Measurement
- Sociologists assess social class through a combined measure of factors such as income, occupation, and education.
- This measure of determining social class is referred to as social class.
Socialization and Conflict Perspective
- A conflict perspective on socialization examines how social class is reinforced through families.
Socialization and Infant Development
- Deprivation of human contact in infancy can inhibit the development of typical human characteristics.
Stratification Systems
- Closed stratification systems have fixed boundaries between social levels, rather than having a more fluid system.
Biological vs. Sociological Explanations
- The case of Anna, a deprived child, demonstrates the importance of social factors in development, not just biology.
Total Institutions
- Characteristics of total institutions include seclusion, a restriction of freedom of association, depersonalization, and indoctrination.
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Explore the intricate relationships between crime classification, the causes of poverty, and the functionalist perspective on inequality in Canadian society. This quiz covers significant themes within sociology, emphasizing how these social issues interact and affect individuals and communities. Test your understanding of these foundational concepts.
