sociology final quiz questions

A sociologist studying how religious beliefs become so deeply rooted in people that they can hate people of other religions probably is: a. A structural functionalist b. A conflict theorist c. A symbolic interactionist d. A feminist

b. a conflict theorist

What is the Head Start Program? a. A teaching method which equips students to regurgitate facts in order to do well on standardized tests. b. A federal program that provides academically focused preschool to students of low socioeconomic status. c. A state mandate that determines the eligibility of students who expect to attend college. d. A curriculum which requires states to test students in prescribed grades, with the results of those tests determining eligibility to receive federal funding.

b. a federal program that provides academically focused preschool to students of low socioeconomic status

Which of the following sociological perspectives argues that the educational system reinforces and perpetuates social inequalities arising from differences in class, gender, race and ethnicity? a. Symbolic Interactionism b. conflict theory c. functionalism d. none of the above

b. conflict theory

Malik grew up in an affluent household which embraced activities such as attending the opera, visiting museums, and traveling to foreign countries at least once a year. When Malik goes to college, he finds he has much to talk about with professors, and fellow students from similar backgrounds. Malik is enjoying the benefits of: a. grade inflation b. cultural capital c. tracking d. the education gap

b. cultural capital

The U.S. Census Bureau keeps records of different statistics that pertain to families. For example, in 2010, there were three million children who did not live with their parents. 54% of these children were: a. Living with foster parents b. Living with their grandparent(s) c. Living with their older brother or sister d. Living with an aunt or uncle

b. living with their grandparent(s)

What is the relationship between intimate partner violence (IPV) and marriage? a. Men and women who are married feel empowered to report abuse, thus the statistics we have on IPV between married couples are very accurate. b. Men and women who are married experience less abuse than those who are separated or cohabiting. c. Men and women who are married experience considerably more abuse than those who are cohabiting, or separated. d. Men and women who are married prefer to seek therapy and counseling for their problems rather than hitting, punching, or screaming.

b. men and women who are married experience less abuse than those who are separated or cohabiting

If you work with children, why is it important to be ever vigilant for any signs of child abuse? a. Social Services will sue you if you miss any sign of child abuse. b. Most reports of child abuse come from non-relative adults who interact with the child. c. The child being abused may need extra help with focusing, learning, and concentrating. d. The child being abused may be made fun of by his or her peers, which may cause more em

b. most reports of child abuse come from non-relative adults who interact with the child

Peter finds that he always reacts differently to correction from his father than from his mother. What might a symbolic interactionist studying families make of this situation? a. peter needs professional counseling b. peter plays different roles with his father and mother c. peter needs a sibling d. peters lack of respect for his mother means he'll probably get divorced when he's older

b. peter plays different roles with his father and mother

Sanchita worships three different and separate gods. Her religion falls into which category? a. Monotheism b. Polytheism c. Atheism d. Totemism

b. polytheism

Some believe that religion is important because it adds meaning to people's lives and provides answers to difficult questions. A sociologist following which theory would agree with this statement? a. a structural functionalist b. a conflict theorist c. a symbolic interactionist d. a feminist

a. a structural functionalist

The concept hidden curriculum can be defined as: a. A type of nonacademic knowledge that one learns through informal learning and cultural transmission. b. The course objectives teachers incorporate into their syllabi after the semester has started. c. The emphasis on certificates or degrees to show that a person has a certain skill, has attained a certain level of education, or has met certain job qualifications. d. The unexpected subjects students take an interest in after being exposed to experts in the field.

a. a type of nonacademic knowledge that one learns through informal learning and cultural transmission

On any given day, there is often a story about prayer in schools in the news. For decades people have disagreeing over the constitutionality of prayer in schools. This controversy is a great example of the tension between: a. church and state b. state law and federal law c. social classes d. different religions

a. church and state

Which is one reason that sociologist cite to explain why men and women are delaying marriage until their mid-to-late twenties? a. Many young people place education and career higher than marriage on their list of priorities. b. Many women fear having children too early and, consequently, having to give up a good career. c. Most men spend at least a year traveling the world to get a better understanding of the world, and consequently, don't want to be tied down by a wife. d. Most people in the Millennial generation are caring for their aging parents and do not have time for long term, serious relationships.

a. many young people place education and career higher than marriage on their list of priorities

Which factors do sociologists suspect were the cause for such a high divorce rate during the 1960's? a. There was an increase in women working outside of the home, and also, greater social acceptance of divorce. b. Men were granted more freedom and often allowed to work from home which put more strain on their marital relationships, and which also coincided with women becoming more educated and more aware of their legal rights. c. The 1960's saw the birth of the zero-tolerance concept, which many men and women applied to their marriages, and which, many in society thought a great idea. d. Most people divorcing in the 1960's grew up during World War II and struggled to make the austerity of their childhood correlate with their more abundant and fruitful lifestyles in the 1960's.

a. there was an increase in women working outside of the home, and also, greater social acceptance of divorce

When Ahmed is in 5th grade, he does poorly in math and science. His teachers recommend him for lower-level classes throughout middle school in all subjects, and he's not given the chance to excel elsewhere. This process is known as: a. tracking b. grade inflation c. feminism d. manifest function

a. tracking

Many people are familiar with the yin-yang symbol. From which religion does this come? a. Confucianism b. Baha'i c. Taoism d. Jainism

c. Taoism

When Hildegard visited a Church of Christ, she realized just how similar their practices and beliefs are to her regular denomination of choice, the Episcopalian Church. These similarities probably mean that the Church Christ is: a. a faith that is not part of any larger category b. a cult within the Christian faith c. a sect within the Christian faith d. an ecclesia within the Christian faith

c. a sect within the christian faith

The term sorting can be defined as: a. A formalized system that places students on "tracks" (advanced, low achievers) that perpetuate inequalities. b. The process by which students are allowed to choose their own classes based on interest. c. Classifying students based on academic merit or potential. d. The use of education to improve one's social standing.

c. classifying students based on academic merit or potential

You are interested, like Durkheim, in how ordinary objects become sacred. Which theoretical approach will help you most in analyzing the data you collect? a. structural functionalism b. conflict theory c. symbolic interactionism d. feminism

c. symbolic interactionism

In which part of the family life cycle, do sociologists point to as the most stressful time for a marriage? a. the engagement period b. the first year of marriage c. the birth of the first child d. the birth of the last child

c. the birth of the first child

What name do Buddhists give to their four basic rules? a. Communion b. Commandments c. Pathways to Meditation d. Noble Truths

d. Noble Truths

Which sociologist studied how cultural capital helps an individual navigate their culture? a. Max Weber b. Karl Marx c. Émile Durkheim d. Pierre Bourdieu

d. Pierre Bourdieu

According to the U.S. Census Bureau, three fourths of children of divorced parents live with their mother. What impact might this have on the U.S. male population over time? a. Men may begin to rely on women more in society, which could lead to a cultural role reversal. b. Men may be burdened with too much at a young age, leading to psychological development issues. c. Men should not develop any differently, and the traditional social and cultural gender roles will continue d. Men may be more aggressive which may lead to an increase in crime, domestic violence, etc.

d. men may be more aggressive which may lead to an increase in crime, domestic violence, etc

Which of the following is NOT true of the sociological perspective on religion? a. Religion is a cultural universal. b. Religion is a social institution. c. Religion is a system of beliefs. d. Religion is a symbol of high culture.

d. religion is a symbol of high culture

Which text is considered sacred to Christians of all sects? a. The Book of Mormon b. The Apocrypha c. The Hymnal d. The Bible

d. the bible

The term formal education is defined by the text as: a. Learning about cultural values, norms, and expected behaviors through participation in a society. b. The education one receives at a private school, parochial school, or private college. c. An education that is accompanied by a tutor at all times. d. The learning of academic facts and concepts.

d. the learning of academic facts and concepts

Watching television shows can be a good way to understand and study families because: a. they teach us what the ideal family should look like b. they teach us how to behave when parents get upset c. they teach us how to think through the consequences of certain actions d. they teach us how a family on screen can represent the values of the era in which they aired

d. they teach us how a family on screen can represent the values of the era in which they aired

Which of the following is NOT a latent function of education? a. political and social integration 'b. courtship c. working in groups d. transmission of culture

d. transmission of culture

to a conflict theorist, marriage and families are fascinating because a. all married men and women fight every single day of their lives b. no one ever gets what they want, so everyone compromises c. all teenagers always fight with their parents d. within the family are social standings and power struggles

d. within the family are social standings and power struggles

To make students more competitive in the work force and for graduate school, college professors are beginning to lower the standard for student grades (i.e. what was once considered a B, is now considered an A). This is known as: a. GPA debt b. Systematic grading c. Academic bribing d. Grade inflation

grade inflation