Sociology Exam Review Part 2

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A lifelong process through which individuals acquire a self-identity and the physical, mental, and interpersonal skills needed for survival.

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Socialization

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Socialization is the most crucial during __________ because it is essential for the individual's survival and for human development.

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childhood

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Psychologists Harry and Margaret Harlow took infant rhesus monkeys from their mothers and isolated them in separate cages. When the young monkeys were later introduced to other members of their species, __________.

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they cringed in the corner and were fearful of the new members

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The case of Genie, an isolated child, was significant in demonstrating:

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how detrimental social isolation and neglect can be to the well-being of people.

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In the scenario where Ali learned social values and about his culture from his parents and other family members, and how to interact with people in different situations at school, his family and school act as:

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agents of socialization.

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Which of the following is the most important agent of socialization in all societies?
Options: the school, peer groups, the family, religious organizations

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the family

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__________ function as agents of socialization by contributing to our sense of "belonging" and our feelings of self-worth.

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Peer groups

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Olivia and Mason are four-year-old twins. Their parents give Olivia only soft toys to play with, while they ensure that Mason only plays with his remote-controlled cars and trucks. They engage in rough play with Mason and are gentle with Olivia. This scenario best exemplifies __________.

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gender socialization

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Any behavior, belief, or condition that violates significant social norms in the society or group in which it occurs.

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Deviance

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The systematic practices that social groups develop in order to encourage conformity to norms, rules, and laws and to discourage deviance.

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Social control