SOC-210 Final Review

Ken obtains and uses others' credit card numbers to order weapons online. This is an example of what kind of crime? Question 10Select one: a.Cyber b.Hate c.Victimless d.Corporate

Cyber

Ethnocentrism is the belief that no culture is better than another. Question 10Select one:TrueFalse

F

Macrosociology focuses on patterns of individuals' social interaction in specific settings. T or F

F

Microsociology focuses on large-scale patterns and processes that characterize society as a whole. T or F

F

Whose research on group conformity showed that an astonishingly large proportion of ordinary people obeyed an authority figure's instructions to inflict pain on others? Question 9Select one: a.Asch b.Milgram c.Zimbardo d.Janis

Milgram

Sociology is the scientific study of human behavior in society. T or F

T

INTRAgenerational Social Mobility is movement up or down a social class over one's lifetime. INTERgenerational Social Mobility is movement up or down a social class over two or more generations. Question 9Select one:True False

True

Norms are learned by positive sanctions such as praise and rewards and negative sanctions such as withdrawal of privileges and punishment. Question 8Select one:TrueFalse

True

On nature/nurture; Biology is important, but sociology focuses on how socialization affects development. Question 5Select one:True False

True

One purpose of socialization is that it establishes social identity. Question 2Select one:True False

True

"Women and men experience culture differently" is an application of which theory to the concept of culture? Question 13Select one: a.functionalism b.feminist theory c.symbolic interactionism d.conflict

feminist theory

"Similar beliefs bind people together and create stability" is an application of which theory to the concept of culture? Question 14Select one: a.functionalism b.feminist theory c.symbolic interactionism d.conflict

functionalism

Which theory says that Social groups and organizations are composed of interrelated, mutually dependent parts? Question 12Select one: a.functionalism b.feminist theoryc .symbolic interactionism d.conflict

functionalism

Standing and facing the flag is an example of which building block of culture? Question 9Select one: a.language b.norms c.rituals d.values

rituals

The McDonalds Corporation is an example of which group? Question 7Select one:a.secondary b.primary

secondary

A limitation to using mailed questionnaires (or surveys) is a high response rate. Question 10 Select one:True False

False

Crime is a violation of social norms. Question 3Select one :True False

False

Deviance is a violation of society's formal laws. Question 2Select one: TrueFalse

False

For Feminist Theorists, there's a strong association between capitalism, social inequality, and deviance. Question 9Select one:TrueFalse

False

For Mead, the most critical social interaction occurs within the friend group, which is the foundation of socialization. Question 8Select one:TrueFalse

False

Gender includes biological characteristics with which we are born, while sex includes learned attitudes and behaviors that characterize women and men. Question 2Select one:TrueFalse

False

Goffman coined "the looking-glass self". Question 9Select one:TrueFalse

False

In an Open stratification system, movement from one social position to another is limited by ascribed statuses Question 2Select one:TrueFalse

False

Macrosociology focuses on patterns of individuals' social interaction in specific settings. Question 4Select one:TrueFalse

False

Primary groups are large, usually formal, impersonal, temporary group of people who pursue a specific goal or activity. Question 2Select one:TrueFalse

False

Secondary groups are relatively small group of people who engage in face-to-face interaction over an extended period. Question 3Select one:TrueFalse

False

Sex and gender are the same thing. Question 1Select one:TrueFalse

False

Society and culture can easily exist without one another. Question 3Select one:TrueFalse

False

Women and children face the least inequality across all nations. Question 12Select one:TrueFalse

False

Functionalism (Structural Functionalism) says that society is a complex system of interdependent parts that work together for the good of society. What did your professor use to demonstrate this in the video? Question 6 Select one: a.a bridge b.interconnecting train tunnels c.interlocking gears d.watermelon seeds

Interlocking Gears

_____ poverty is not having enough money to maintain an average standard of living. Question 7Select one:a.Absolute b.Relative

Relative

Conflict theory is in opposition to functionalism in that it doesn't say society works together in order and cohesion. It looks at how and why groups disagree and struggle over power. Question 7 Select one:True False

T

Feminist theories assert that people should be treated fairly and equally regardless of sex, race, ethnicity, religion, sexual orientation, disability, etc. Question 8 Select one:True False

T

Some reasons for cultural change are innovation and invention. Question 11Select one:TrueFalse

T

Symbolic interaction theory, or Interactionism, focuses on interaction between individuals through communication of knowledge, ideas, beliefs, and attitudes. Question 9 Select one:True False

T

The scientific method is a body of objective and systematic techniques used to investigate phenomena, acquire knowledge, and test hypotheses and theories. Question 3 Select one: True False

T

Developing a hypothesis is the first step in the sociological research process using the scientific method. Question 4 Select one:True False

The correct answer is True

Many victims do not report crimes due to the following reasons EXCEPT: Question 5Select one: a.They fear retaliation for getting the offender in trouble. b.They believe that the police can't or won't do anything to help. c.They don't consider what happened to actually be a crime. d.The crime, particularly rape, is too painful to discuss.

They don't consider what happened to actually be a crime.

The bride's parents should pay for the wedding" is a type of what kind of knowledge? Question 1 Select one: a.traditional b.authoritative c.research-based

Traditional

A strength of using secondary analysis is that it is accessible, convenient, and inexpensive. Question 9Select one:True False

True

An example of informal social control includes people trying to live up to the expectations of family members, friends, and teachers. Question 13Select one:True False

True

Culture refers to the learned and shared behaviors, beliefs, attitudes, values, and material objects that characterize a particular group or society. Question 1Select one:True False

True

Deviance is broken down into 2 types: Criminal and Noncriminal. Question 6Select one: True False

True

Family is a very important agent of socialization. Question 11Select one:True False

True

Friends are agents of socialization that Reinforce behavior or skills that enhance self-image. Question 12Select one:True False

True

Global stratification consists of worldwide inequality patterns resulting from differences in wealth, power, and prestige. Question 11Select one:True False

True

Social Institutions contribute to overall functioning and stability of society. Question 16Select one: True False

True

Social Learning Theories say that people learn new attitudes, beliefs, and behaviors through social interaction. Question 6Select one:True False

True

Society is a group of people who share a culture and defined territory. Question 2Select one:TrueFalse

True

Sociologists study deviance because they are interested in understanding and explaining why all of us violate norms from time to time, and why people judge some acts more negatively than others. Question 1Select one: True False

True

The "Data Collection" step in the research process may rely on fieldwork, surveys, experiments, or existing sources of information. Question 5 Select one: True False

True

The Culture of Poverty Perspective says that the poor do not succeed because they are "deficient" or "inadequate". Question 8Select one: True False

True

There are diversities and similarities across and within cultures. Question 17Select one:TrueFalse

True

There are many aspects of culture. Question 16Select one:a.trueb.false

True

Which is/are true regarding the Nature vs. Nurture debate on human development? Question 3Select one: a.Nature says that development is innate, biological, and fairly fixed.b .Nurture says that development is only based on the way parents nurture their young. c.Nurture says that development is learned and fairly changeable. d .a & b e.a & c

a & c

Social groups are two or more people who share some attribute and interact with one another, and includes: Question 1Select one: a.a mission b.a democratic leader c.a sense of belonging d.the common cold

a sense of belonging

What 2 symbolic gestures were used in the lecture video? Question 6Select one: a.a fist and middle finger b.a bow and a curtsey c.a wave and a salute d.a wink and a tongue sticking out

a wave and a salute

Isiah is a nurse working at a local hospital. What class is he considered to be in? Question 5Select one: a.Lower-Middle b.Upper-Middle c.Working Class d.Lower-Upper

a.Lower-Middle

In an experiment, which group of participants are not exposed to the independent variable? Question 8Select one:a.control group b.experimental group

a.control group

Which symbolic interactionist theory says that society's reaction to behavior is a major factor in defining oneself or others as deviant? Question 12Select one: a.labeling theory b.differential association theory

a.labeling theory

An example that was given in the lecture of Voluntary resocialization was: Question 13Select one: a.a man moving from New York to be with his children in North Carolina b.a teenager entering a military school c.an American woman moving to the Middle East to be with her husband and learning the way of life d.a ex-convict being released from prison

an American woman moving to the Middle East to be with her husband and learning the way of life

The following are examples of strategies used to control crime EXCEPT: Question 14Select one: a.Prevention and intervention b.Punishment c.Conflict Theory d .Rehabilitation

c.Conflict Theory

What research question did your professor use as an example in illustrating participant and nonparticipant observation in field research? Question 7Select one: a.Wendy's Frosty vs fries b.Taco Bell's hard shell vs soft shell burrito c.McDonalds' Big Mac vs chicken nuggets d.Bojangles' Homestyle vs Traditional chicken tenders

c.McDonalds' Big Mac vs chicken nuggets

Social Stratification is society's ranking of people based on their access to all of the following valued resources EXCEPT: Question 1Select one: a.Wealth b.Power c.Number of Children d.Prestige

c.Number of Children

Socialization is a lifelong process that enables people to: Question 1Select one: a.Learn culture b.Become functioning members of society c.both a & b d.none of these

c.both a & b

Examples of Closed stratification systems include: Question 3Select one: a.slavery system b.caste system c.both of these

c.both of these

Which one of these is not an actual data collection method? Question 6Select one:a.content analysis b.experiments c.evaluation research d.surveys e.secondary analysis f.field research

c.evaluation research

Which theory says that socialization explains some of the gender gaps in arrest rates? Question 11Select one :a.conflict b.functionalism c.feminist

c.feminist

Which type of group leadership offers little to no guidance and allows group members to make their own decisions? Question 8Select one: a.democratic b.authoritative c.laissez-faire

c.laissez-faire

All of these are factors affecting social mobility EXCEPT: Question 10Select one: a.macro-level factors including the economy b.demographic factors such as race and ethnicity c.micro-level factors including balance of power d.family background factors such as wealth

c.micro-level factors including balance of power

Which theory says that individuals make choices, change rules, and mold their own identities? Question 14Select one: a.functionalism b.feminist theory c.symbolic interactionism d.conflict

c.symbolic interactionism

"Culture benefits the wealthy and promotes class division" is an application of which theory to the concept of culture? Question 15Select one: a.functionalism b.feminist theory c.symbolic interactionism d.conflict

conflict

Corporate welfare such as subsidies and tax breaks are examples of which theory? Question 16Select one: a.functionalist b.conflict c.feminist d.symbolic interactionist

conflict

Examples of primary groups include: Question 4Select one: a.family b.friendsc .intimate partners d.gangs e.all of these

e.all of these

Functionalists say that Functional deviance: Question 8Select one: a.Affirms cultural norms and values b.Provides temporary safety valves c.Bolsters the economy d.Triggers social change e.all of these

e.all of these

Which basic social theory says that stratification and inequality are necessary to motivate people to work hard and to succeed? Question 14Select one: a.functionalist b.conflict c.feminist d.symbolic interactionist

functionalist

Both birds and humans now tweet. This is an example of how which building block has changed over time? Question 7Select one: a.language b.norms c.rituals d.symbols

language

What example/topic was used in the lecture to demonstrate connections among institutions? Question 17Select one: a.religion b.McDonalds c.obesity d.teen pregnancy

obesity

A father and his daughter is an example of which group? Question 6Select one:a.secondary b.primary

primary

"Language shapes our views and behaviors" is an application of which theory to the concept of culture? Question 12Select one: a.functionalism b.feminist theory c.symbolic interactionism d. conflict

symbolic interactionism

Which universal/global theory says that world economic systems help the rich countries stay rich while poor countries stay poor? Question 13Select one: a.modernization theory b.dependency theory c.feminist theory d.world systems theory

world systems theory

How many major social institutions are there? Question 15Select one: a.2 b.3 c.4 d.5

5

There are _ building blocks of culture. Question 5Select one:a.3 b.4 c.5 d.6

5

______ is the perception of oneself as either masculine or feminine. Question 3Select one :a.Gender identity b.Gender Expression

:a.Gender identity

An example of a Total Institution is: Question 14Select one: a.nursing home b.mental hospitals c.boarding schools d.all are examples

All are examples

Which social theory maintains that people create, change, and reproduce social class? Question 15Select one: a.functionalist b.conflict c.feminist d.symbolic interactionist

.symbolic interactionist

How many symbolic interaction theorists did we focus on in the chapter/lecture? Question 7Select one:a.2 b.3 c.5 d.6

3

How many types of formal organizations were discussed in the chapter/lecture? Question 10Select one: a.2 b.3 c.5 d.6

3

In this course we will focus on how many main social theories?

4

_____ is the overall ranking of a person's position in a society, which is based on income, education, and occupation. Question 4Select one: a.Power b.Socioeconomic Status (SES) c.Wealth d.all of these

b.Socioeconomic Status (SES)

An example used for the nature/nurture debate on sexual identity was based on the case of: Question 4Select one: a.a successful attempt to resign the sex of a boy after a bad circumcision b.an unsuccessful attempt to resign the sex of a boy after a bad circumcision

b.an unsuccessful attempt to resign the sex of a boy after a bad circumcision

Why did Goffman say that social life mirrors a theater? Question 10Select one: a.because we like performing b.because we are like actors c.because we all need to take a theater course d.because socialization only occurs when we are "putting on a performance"

b.because we are like actors

All of the following are types of crimes EXCEPT: Question 7Select one: a.Hate b.White-collar c.Corporate d.Adult Pornography

d.Adult Pornography

An example given in the lecture on how social class effects life chances was the fact that: Question 6Select one: a.McDonalds workers usually make minimum wage .b.upper class families have more wealth c.working class usually lives 5 years longer than the underclass d.The wealthiest Americans live 10-15 years longer than poorest.

d.The wealthiest Americans live 10-15 years longer than poorest.

According to the lecture, why is your Sociology class an example of a secondary group? Question 5Select one :a.because there is a common goa lb.because of the emotionally neutral communication c.because students are easily replaced d.all of these

d.all of these

Self-managing work teams are the dominant model because they: Question 11Select one: a.Gather, interpret, and act on the information b.Take collective responsibility for their actions c.Focus on their goals and are committed to the organization and its success d.all of these

d.all of these

Who decides what is deviant? Question 4Select one: a.Groups with authority or power b.Public attitudes and behavior c.Laws d.all of these

d.all of these

Why is Sociology different from common sense? Question 2 Select one: a.Common sense is subjective. b.Common sense ignores facts. c.Common sense varies across groups and cultures and much is based on myths and misconceptions. d.all of these

d.all of these

Why is sociological research important as compared to tradition and authority? Question 2 Select one: a.It counteracts misinformation and exposes myths .b.It helps explain why people behave as they do and sharpens critical thinking skills .c.It affects social policies. d.all of these

d.all of these

Corporation Z brought in Somali immigrants to work in the factory when the predominantly Mexican workers went on strike. This is an example of: Question 13Select one: a.functionalism b.feminist theory c.symbolic interactionism d.conflict theory

d.conflict theory