Sociology Quiz

What do sociologists mean by deviance?

• The enforcement of societal norms

• Behavior that departs from societal or group norms

• The study of criminal behavior only

• The legal system's role in society

According to J. L. Simmons, which of the following would NOT be considered deviant behavior?

• A girl who wears makeup

• The President of the United States

• A conservative

• All of the above were considered deviant by J. L. Simmons

What is positive deviance?

• Behavior that conforms to societal norms

• Behavior that involves over-conformity to norms

• Behavior that is slightly different from societal norms

• Behavior that rejects societal norms

What is negative deviance?

• Behavior that conforms to societal norms

• Behavior that involves over-conformity to norms

• Behavior that rejects or misinterprets societal norms

• Behavior that is slightly different from societal norms

Why are ideas about what constitutes deviant behavior not the same everywhere and at all times?

• Because deviant behavior is always illegal

• Because deviant behavior is defined by religious institutions

• Because deviant behavior is subjective and relative to time, place, and social position

• Because deviant behavior is universally agreed upon

How do internal social control and external social control differ?

• Internal social control relies on law enforcement, while external social control relies on personal ethics

• Internal social control is about self-regulation, while external social control involves regulation by others

• Internal social control and external social control are the same

• External social control is about self-regulation, while internal social control involves regulation by others

What is internal social control primarily developed through?

• The socialization process

• Formal sanctions

• External influences

• Informal sanctions

Which of the following is an example of external social control?

• A person not stealing because they feel it's wrong

• A person not stealing for fear of arrest

• A person smiling to show approval

• A person following norms without thinking

What is the term sociologists use for behavior that violates societal or group norms?

• Conformity

• Social control

• Deviance

• Sanction

What is the purpose of a social sanction?

• To encourage conformity

• To promote individualism

• To establish new norms

• To provide entertainment