SOC 200 Quiz 8

Hitler was an example of what kind of authority? a. Charismatic b. Rational-legal c. Traditional d. None of the above.

Charismatic

Kelly wants to shop at H&M for the new school year, but because all of her friends shop at Lululemon, Kelly does as well. Kelly's behavior is an example of: A.) Consumer-oriented discretion B.) Laissez-faire leadership C.) Conformity D.) Out-group dynamics

Conformity

Legal protection of voting rights, such as the 19th amendment and the Voting Rights Act ensure equal voting power for all individuals within the United States. A.) True B.) False

False

Which sociological perspective would consider activism such as Occupy Wall Street and Teacher's Union rallies undesirable, because they force political change? A.) Feminist B.) Conflict theory C.) Functionalism D.) Symbolic interactionism

Functionalism

Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of a bureaucracy: A.) Clear division of labor B.) Impersonality C.) Explicit rules D.) Personality-based promotion

Personality-based promotion

An example of Resource mobilization theory is PETA (People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals) an animal rights group that has over 2 million members across the country and spends millions of dollars on advertising to spread social awareness about their cause each year. A.) True B.) False

True

A representative democracy can be defined as: A.) A government of a nation that recognizes monarchs but requires these figures to abide by the laws of a greater constitution. B.) A government wherein citizens elect officials to represent their interests. C.) A form of government in which power is held by a small, elite group. D.) A form of government in which a small percentage of the population is represented by popular election, and the rest of the population is represented by those whose office is dependent upon noble birth.

A government wherein citizens elect officials to represent their interests.

Which of the following best defines a social movement? A.) A collection of rights and laws aimed at the silent majority. B.) All politicians and elected officials. C.) A group of people organized at a meeting, such as a town hall or a courtroom. D.) A purposeful organized group hoping to work toward a common social goal.

A purposeful organized group hoping to work toward a common social goal.

An airplane has crashed on a deserted island off the coast of Fiji. The survivors are forced to develop new guidelines on how to behave in order to adapt to the situation and each other. This is an example of which theory? A.) Immersed socialization B.) Assembling C.) Abrams D.) Emergent norm

Emergent norm

Despite a decline in customers and several negative reviews on social media and in a local newspaper, a restaurant owner holds fast to their belief that their traditional ethnic menu should remain in place. When the new assistant chef integrates new ingredients into the appetizers, the owner wants to criticize her, but decides that it is better for staff morale and confidence they are supportive of the changes. What type or function of leadership is the owner revealing? A.) Expressive B.) Authoritarian C.) Laissez-faire D.) Democratic

Expressive

An instrumental leader: A.) Rejects gender roles in the name of the feminist movement. B.) Is goal-oriented and largely concerned with accomplishing set tasks. C.) Promotes emotional strength and health, ensuring that people feel supported. D.) Refers to the main focus or goal of the leader.

Is goal-oriented and largely concerned with accomplishing set tasks.

What was the significance of the U.S. Supreme Court case Reynolds v. Sims? A.) It reaffirmed the concept that each person's vote should be counted equally. B.) It established the precedent that felons are not allowed to vote. C.) It gave women the right to vote. D.) It gave African Americans the right to vote.

It reaffirmed the concept that each person's vote should be counted equally.

Which sociologist saw political conflict as the only means of promoting positive change for the underprivileged? A.) Karl Marx B.) G. William Domhoff C.) C. Wright Mills D.) Émile Durkheim

Karl Marx

From the functionalist perspective, which of the following is NOT a purpose of government? A.) Managing international relations B.) Lobbying for domestic corporate interests C.) Planning and directing society D.) Meeting social needs

Lobbying for domestic corporate interests

Which of the following contributes lower percentage of voter turnout from those who come from lower socioeconomic backgrounds? A.) Lower-paying jobs frequently have less flexible hours, making time to vote difficult. B.) Many citizens from lower socioeconomic backgrounds cannot afford to vote. C.) Members of lower socioeconomic backgrounds are more likely to overestimate the voting practices of their peers. D.) Voting sites frequently discourage participation from those of lower socioeconomic backgrounds.

Lower-paying jobs frequently have less flexible hours, making time to vote difficult.

The Human Rights Campaign (HRC) is a non-profit organization located in Washington, D.C. which advocates for equal rights and marriage rights of gay, lesbian, transgender, and bisexual citizens. The HRC is a ____ group: A.) Revolutionary B.) Religious/Redemptive C.) Reform D.) Alternative

Reform

The hacker group Anonymous is known for action against governments and other organizations that its members believe are oppressive or unjust, including hacks targeting the New York Stock Exchange and web sites depicting child abuse. What type of movement is Anonymous? A.) Alternative B.) Revolutionary C.) Reform D.) Resistance

Resistance

Which of the following is the best definition of social change? A.) The change in society created through social movements as well as external factors like environmental shifts or technological innovations. B.) An act of military rebellion. C.) A group of people gathered to protest or rally in favor of a bill or law. D.) An act of a bill passing in the House and the Senate.

The change in society created through social movements as well as external factors like environmental shifts or technological innovations.

Elena enrolls in a local community college so they can one day become an engineer. Elena is about to become a member of a: A.) Voluntary organization B.) Utilitarian organization C.) Paparazzi organization D.) Coercive organization

Utilitarian organization

A brother and sister who now have a new baby sister have turned from a _______ to a _________. A.) siblings; family B.) de facto group; nuclear family C.) dyad; triad D.) primary group; secondary group

dyad; triad