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What is a role in the context of social role theory?

An individual's personality traits and characteristics
A set of connected behaviors, rights, obligations, beliefs, and norms as conceptualized by people in a social situation (correct)
A form of punishment for violating social norms
A specific job or occupation within a society

What does social role theory posit about social behavior?

Social behavior is not influenced by societal expectations and norms
Social behavior is solely determined by individual personality traits
The division of labor in society takes the form of the interaction among heterogeneous specialized positions, we call roles (correct)
The satisfaction of personal desires is the main driver of social behavior

What do social roles include?

Unpredictable and random behaviors with no pattern
Appropriate and permitted forms of behavior and actions that recur in a group, guided by social norms (correct)
Individual preferences and choices unrelated to societal expectations
Specific laws and regulations enforced by the government

Who occupies social roles according to the text?

Individuals, who are called actors (C) Signup and view all the answers

What accounts for why agents conform to role requirements according to the text?

The anticipation of rewards and punishments, as well as the satisfaction of behaving pro-socially (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is community engagement?

Involvement and participation in an organization for the welfare of the community (C) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is considered a form of community involvement?

Volunteering at food banks and homeless shelters (B) Signup and view all the answers

What attributes are associated with community engagement as a concept?

Connection, interaction, participation, and involvement (B) Signup and view all the answers

Why is community engagement considered essential for academic research around population health and wellness issues?

It aims to understand and be responsive to community needs, views, and expectations (C) Signup and view all the answers

What does community engagement offer to community-organizational relationships?

An ethical, reflexive, and socially responsive approach (B) Signup and view all the answers

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