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Which of the following is an example of a folkway?
Which of the following is an example of a folkway?
What are mores primarily concerned with?
What are mores primarily concerned with?
Which of the following best describes mores?
Which of the following best describes mores?
In which situation would a folkway violation most likely occur?
In which situation would a folkway violation most likely occur?
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What distinguishes mores from folkways?
What distinguishes mores from folkways?
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What is a taboo?
What is a taboo?
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Which religious group considers birth control as taboo?
Which religious group considers birth control as taboo?
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What are the consequences of violating laws, according to the text?
What are the consequences of violating laws, according to the text?
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Which religious group prohibits the consumption of pork?
Which religious group prohibits the consumption of pork?
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What is the law on bigamy concerned with?
What is the law on bigamy concerned with?
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Study Notes
Folkways and Mores
- Folkways are informal norms or practices that govern everyday behavior, such as dress codes or table manners.
- Mores are norms with moral significance that dictate right and wrong behavior, often tied to societal values.
- Folkways violations typically occur in casual settings without severe repercussions, like wearing inappropriate clothing to a gathering.
Distinctions Between Mores and Folkways
- Mores are strictly adhered to and enforced through social pressure, while folkways are more lenient and require less moral judgment.
- Violation of mores can lead to serious social condemnation, whereas folkways violations are often overlooked.
Taboos
- A taboo is a strong social prohibition against certain behaviors or practices, deeply rooted in cultural beliefs.
- The Catholic Church considers birth control as taboo, reflecting its teachings on procreation and family planning.
Specific Cultural Practices
- The Jewish and Islamic faiths prohibit the consumption of pork, viewing it as unclean based on religious dietary laws.
Legal Consequences
- Violating laws results in legal repercussions such as fines, imprisonment, or other penalties as dictated by the legal system.
- Laws against bigamy address the legal recognition of multiple marriages, which is prohibited in most cultures for reasons of legal, social, and ethical order.
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Test your knowledge about social norms, their types, and how they can vary across different dimensions. Explore the concepts of folkways, mores, taboos, and law, and understand how they influence behavior in society.
