C273 Introduction to Sociology Practice Questions - Set 3 - Part 3

Correct Answer: c) Extended Family

Extended families are common in traditional societies, including relatives beyond the nuclear family, such as grandparents and cousins.

Correct Answer: b) Socialization

Socialization is the process by which people learn societal norms and values, crucial for functioning in society.

Correct Answer: c) Conflicting demands between different roles

Role conflict occurs when the demands of different roles clash, making it challenging to fulfill each role’s expectations.

Correct Answer: c) Traditional

Mechanical solidarity, based on shared tasks and beliefs, is typical of traditional societies where individuals perform similar roles.

Correct Answer: c) Emile Durkheim

Durkheim studied social integration and its importance for mental well-being, linking strong social bonds to reduced suicide rates.

Correct Answer: b) Judging other cultures by one's own cultural standards

Ethnocentrism involves evaluating other cultures based on one’s own cultural norms, often resulting in a biased view.

Correct Answer: c) Emile Durkheim

Durkheim argued that the division of labor creates interdependence, fostering social cohesion in complex societies.

Correct Answer: b) Role

A role is a set of expected behaviors associated with a particular social status.

Correct Answer: b) Social Stratification

Social stratification is the hierarchical organization of society into classes based on power, wealth, and status.

Correct Answer: b) Protestant Ethic

Weber’s Protestant Ethic suggests that Protestant values, like hard work and frugality, fostered the rise of capitalism.