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Sociology: Primary Groups

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What is the primary function of secondary groups in relation to primary groups?

To strengthen personal relationships within the local community.

To create a sense of competition among group members.

To provide a broader perspective beyond the immediate locality. (correct)

To reduce the focus on group goals and objectives.

What is the main characteristic of primary groups?

They are often short-term and informal.

They focus on personal relationships within the local community. (correct)

They prioritize group goals over personal relationships.

They have a broader perspective beyond the immediate locality.

What is the primary benefit of having a boundary beyond the primary group?

It strengthens personal relationships within the local community.

It reduces the focus on group goals and objectives.

It creates a sense of competition among group members.

It offsets the prejudices of the immediate locality. (correct)

What is the main difference between in-groups and out-groups?

In-groups are perceived as 'we', while out-groups are perceived as 'they'. Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary characteristic of an in-group?

It is a group that provides a sense of belonging and solidarity. Signup and view all the answers

What is the role of the 'we' and 'they' pronouns in in-groups and out-groups?

They help individuals identify with a particular group. Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary benefit of secondary groups in terms of social perspective?

They help individuals assume a more universal perspective. Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary characteristic of a social unit in an in-group?

It is a group that has boundaries that separate 'we' from 'they'. Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary goal of secondary groups in terms of planning?

To plan for business, labor, and economic, political, and religious organizations. Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary attitude of members in an in-group towards one another?

Loyal and responsible. Signup and view all the answers