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What does culture refer to?

  • Involves social actions and interactions
  • Group of people who interact in a defined territory
  • Routinized by cultural practices
  • System of knowledge, norms, and values shared by members of a particular society (correct)

    • Which discipline portrays social life as constantly enmeshed with power relations?

  • Anthropology
  • Political science (correct)
  • Sociology
  • Cultural studies

    • What influences the way we see and experience our individual and collective lives as social beings?

  • Social forces (correct)
  • Geographical location
  • Cultural practices
  • Political power

    • What does society refer to?

    <p>Group of people who interact in a defined territory and share a culture</p> Signup and view all the answers

    According to Heraclitus, what is the only constant thing in this world?

    <p>Change</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What entails knowledge about various identities and how these shape people's views and behavior?

    <p>Learning about one's self, culture, and society</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the definition of politics according to the text?

    <p>The art of government and public affairs</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why are identities important according to the text?

    <p>Because they shape individual and group behavior</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the difference between sex and gender as mentioned in the text?

    <p>Sex refers to biological characteristics, while gender refers to social, cultural, and psychological characteristics</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does gender roles refer to according to the text?

    <p>Attitudes and behaviors that the society expects a person to exhibit based on his/her sex</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How is a person's position in the Philippine society mainly based according to the text?

    <p>Family's economic status</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is social stratification as mentioned in the text?

    <p>The division of society based on occupation and income, wealth or power</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is social mobility according to the text?

    <p>The movement of people or families within different levels in the society</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the high-income class as defined in the text?

    <p>People earning an average of P200,000 a month, or approximately P2 million a year</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the middle-income class according to the text?

    <p>People earning an average of P36,000 per month</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is social mobility possible through according to the text?

    <p>Education or marriage</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does culture refer to?

    <p>The system of knowledge, norms, and values shared by members of a society</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What discipline portrays social life as constantly enmeshed with power relations?

    <p>Sociology</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the only constant thing in this world?

    <p>Change</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the definition of politics according to the text?

    <p>The study of power relations</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does society refer to according to the text?

    <p>A group of people who interact in a specific territory and share a culture</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does gender refer to according to the text?

    <p>Social and psychological characteristics related to males and females based on certain social contexts</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main basis of a person's position in Philippine society according to the text?

    <p>Family's economic status</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the high-income class as defined in the text?

    <p>People earning an average of P200,000 a month</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does social stratification refer to according to the text?

    <p>Division of society based on occupation and income, wealth, or power</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does identity refer to according to the text?

    <p>The distinctive characteristic that defines an individual or is shared by those belonging to a particular group</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Understanding Culture and Society

    • Culture encompasses the beliefs, values, norms, and practices shared by a group of people.
    • Society refers to a structured community of individuals who share a common culture.

    Power Relations and Social Life

    • Sociology examines social life as intertwined with power relations, exploring how power dynamics shape social interactions.

    Influence on Perception and Experience

    • Individual and collective experiences are shaped by social constructs, cultural narratives, and collective identities.

    Constant Change

    • According to Heraclitus, change is the only constant in the world, emphasizing the fluid nature of existence.

    Knowledge and Identity

    • Awareness of identities is essential for understanding how these identities influence perspectives and behaviors in social contexts.

    Politics Defined

    • Politics is framed as the process by which groups make decisions, involving authority, governance, and power dynamics.

    Importance of Identities

    • Identities play a crucial role in shaping personal beliefs, social interactions, and how individuals relate to larger societal structures.

    Sex vs. Gender

    • Sex refers to biological attributes, while gender encompasses the roles, behaviors, and expectations imposed by society.

    Gender Roles

    • Gender roles refer to societal norms dictating appropriate behaviors and responsibilities for individuals based on their gender.

    Position in Philippine Society

    • A person's position in Philippine society is primarily based on socioeconomic status, educational attainment, and family background.

    Social Stratification

    • Social stratification is the hierarchical arrangement of individuals within society, influenced by wealth, power, and prestige.

    Social Mobility

    • Social mobility is the ability of individuals or families to move up or down the social hierarchy, determined by various factors such as education and job opportunities.

    Income Class Definitions

    • High-income class is characterized by significant wealth, higher educational qualifications, and access to resources.
    • Middle-income class encompasses individuals with stable income, moderate education, and a comfortable standard of living.

    Pathways to Social Mobility

    • Opportunities for social mobility can arise through education, employment, or social connections, enabling individuals to improve their socioeconomic status.

    Clarifying Gender

    • Gender is understood as a social construct that influences roles, expectations, and behavior patterns within a cultural context.

    Recap on Identity

    • Identity reflects personal and social attributes, including race, ethnicity, gender, and social class, shaping how individuals perceive themselves and interact with others.

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