Chapter 4 Quizzes

Socialization
. Which of the following best describes technologies that are responsible for transformative social change?

. Which of the following refers to the stage of socialization at which children internalize basic values, norms, and idea of the self?

. Which of the following refers to socialization required to participate in society beyond the family context?

. Sarah has applied for a job as a server in a restaurant. To prepare for her new role, Sarah reads about provincial requirements for proper alcohol service and purchases a new pen and pad of paper to take customer orders. Which of the following best describes Sarah's actions?

. Which of the following refers to a set of behaviours, responsibilities, and norms associated with a particular status in society?

. The case of residential schools best exemplifies which of the following?

. Which of the following scholars coined the term "total institution"?

. People who use social media for long periods of time and check it frequently are more likely to have feelings of ________ compared to those who do not. Which of the following best completes this statement?

. According to research, boys from ________ class families are typically permitted to spend more time with friends, while boys from ________ class families have more structured routines. Which of the following best completes this statement?

. Which of the following theoretical perspectives focuses on differential forms of socialization between genders?

. Women tend to earn ________ compared to men with the same occupations and credentials. Which of the following best completes this statement?

. Which of the following is a key focus of feminist studies of socialization?

. Which of the following socialization issues is of greatest interest to conflict theorists?

. Which of the following socialization issues is of greatest interest to structural functionalist theorists?

. Which of the following scholars is most closely associated with the study of self-concept and socialization?

. Which of the following refers to the processes by which the self is developed through interactions with others?

. Which of the following refers to the unique combination of traits, values, and expressions that make a person who they are?

. According to Erving Goffman, when are people most likely to be their "true self"?

. Carly wants to present the best possible image of herself to others in her online social media accounts. She carefully selects attractive pictures of herself to post to her Facebook and Instagram accounts. Which of the following best describes Carly's actions?

. Which of the following theorists is most closely associated with the concept impression management?

. Which of the following theories suggests that people's behaviour is guided by expectations regarding socially defined categories such as mother, teacher, or doctor?

. Which of the following refers to a situation in which a person must perform two competing positions with clashing requirements?

. Which of the following refers to individuals, groups, or institutions that form the social situation in which socialization takes place?

. At school, Karen learns the value of new technologies in communication. At home, Karen teachers her mother about the value of social media and how to use it to keep in contact with family members around the world. Which of the following best describes this interaction between Karen and her mother?

. Danielle was born into a working class family and is the first in her family to attend a post-secondary institution. Her parents struggle to pay the bills each month and Danielle struggles to balance work and school. Eventually, Danielle achieves several credentials and a high-paying position as a civil engineer. Which of the following best describes Danielle's situation?

. Reciprocal socialization refers to the process by which parents and children socialize each other.

. Media, family, and peers are agents of socialization.

. The concept "total institution" was coined and developed by Talcott Parsons.

. Socialization is a life-long process.

. Social mobility refers to the range and extent of social media use.

. Conflict theorists are most interested in how symbols are learned in the context of social interaction.

. Parents always socialize children, not the other way around.

. Anticipatory socialization often occurs as people pursue a particular profession.

. Working class students often feel alienated and isolated on university campuses.

. Disruptive technologies are responsible for transformative social change.

. Disruptive technologies are responsible for transformative social change.

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