Social Stratification PRACTICE 2

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What is Social Stratification?

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A system by which society categorizes people.

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Is social stratification universal?

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Yes, but variable.

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What is social mobility?

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Changes within the social hierarchy.

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What is horizontal mobility?

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Your position changes without changing your place in the hierarchy.

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What is a closed system?

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social position is based on an ascribed status.

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In open system, there is

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more mobility up and down

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What is a meritocracy?

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mobility is based on individual talent and personal merit

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The degree of social honor attached with your position in society is

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prestige

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Ones total assets minus total liabilities is

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wealth

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Is social stratification universal?

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Yes, but variable.