Sociology: Cultural Capital and Social Class

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What is a characteristic of societies with higher levels of social mobility?

Perception of openness and opportunities for individuals to move across social class boundaries (correct)
Limited opportunities for career advancement
Rigid social class boundaries
Higher levels of inequality

What type of social mobility compares the social status of parents to that of their children?

Intragenerational mobility
Upward mobility
Downward mobility
Intergenerational mobility (correct)

What is a key factor in the concept of meritocracy?

Luck and chance
Social class background
Family connections
Individual merit, such as hard work and educational attainment (correct)

What is a common advantage enjoyed by individuals from middle-class backgrounds?

Significant advantages in education and career opportunities (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is a key finding of studies on the perception of merit?

Individuals from privileged backgrounds are more likely to believe that hard work is the primary determinant of success (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is a consequence of downward mobility?

A decline in social status (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary factor that influences social mobility or stagnation in Britain?

Access to education and subsequent access to well-paid jobs (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is the outcome of disparities in educational opportunities in Britain?

Perpetuation of privileges and disadvantages (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the role of the British school system in achieving academic success?

It reproduces the existing inequalities (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the impact of educational attainment on social stratification?

It perpetuates social stratification (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is the outcome of limited social mobility in Britain?

No significant changes in social class structure (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary determinant of social divide in Britain?

Background, including socioeconomic status, geographical location, and regional disparities (D) Signup and view all the answers

What role does shared cultural capital play in society?

Fosters collective identity and influences social mobility (A) Signup and view all the answers

According to Bourdieu, what influences an individual's perception of their life chances?

Factors such as education, neighborhood, and family background (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of classifications of social class for government departments?

To allocate resources to areas in need (D) Signup and view all the answers

What can be a marker of social class, according to the text?

Accent, clothing, interests, education methods, and dietary preferences (B) Signup and view all the answers

What can influence an individual's sense of belonging to a higher social class?

Factors such as attending a prestigious school, living in a certain type of neighborhood, and having professional parents (A) Signup and view all the answers