Understanding Socialization in Culture, Society and Politics

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What is the primary focus of socialization?

Conforming to the norms and values of a group

Developing individual responsibility

Acquiring knowledge, language, values, habits, and skills (correct)

Learning about one's own self from others

Which type of socialization occurs early in a child's life and is primarily influenced by the family and close friends?

Anticipatory Socialization

Formal Socialization

Primary Socialization (correct)

Secondary Socialization

Which type of socialization involves learning about appropriate behavior within a smaller group that is still part of a larger society?

Formal Socialization

Secondary Socialization (correct)

Primary Socialization

Anticipatory Socialization

At what stage do children start to participate in Anticipatory Socialization and learn about their group culture and future expectations?

Anticipatory Socialization Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary purpose of socialization?

To acquire knowledge, language, values, habits, and skills Signup and view all the answers

Which type of socialization involves learning appropriate behavior within a smaller group that is still part of a larger society?

Secondary Socialization Signup and view all the answers

What are the two processes an individual must go through to become a member of a society?

Socialization and enculturation Signup and view all the answers

What is the result of the socialization and enculturation processes?

Formation of individual identity and norms Signup and view all the answers

What is the role of norms in society?

To create predictability and social order Signup and view all the answers

What is the difference between achieved status and assigned status?

Achieved status is based on abilities and hard work, while assigned status is determined by birth or circumstances Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is an example of an achieved status?

Being a professional athlete Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary purpose of socialization and enculturation processes?

To integrate individuals into society and transmit cultural values Signup and view all the answers

What does re-socialization involve?

Learning new values and beliefs when moving to a new group Signup and view all the answers

Which aspect of socialization refers to culture, language, social structures, and an individual's rank within them?

Context Signup and view all the answers

What does 'enculturation' involve?

Learning and acquiring cultural norms and values Signup and view all the answers

What does 'content' refer to in socialization?

The details passed from a member to a new member Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary purpose of professional or developmental socialization?

Developing an individual's skills and attitudes for the future Signup and view all the answers

Which part of socialization addresses what happens to an individual after being exposed to specific content and processes?

Results and Outcomes Signup and view all the answers