Society and Culture Prelim 3

What is the primary purpose of the chapter discussed?

• To introduce concepts of mathematics

• To discuss historical events

• To introduce concepts that underlie the study of society and culture

• To provide a detailed analysis of modern technology

What does 'change' refer to in the context of society and culture?

• The arrangement of institutions within a society

• A socially created aspect of social life

• The process of learning to become functioning members of society

• The alteration or modification of cultural elements in a society

What does 'socialisation' mean?

• The persistence of cultural elements in a society across time

• The process by which individuals learn to become functioning members of society

• The ability to influence others towards a particular action

• The legitimate exercise of power

Which concept refers to the 'big picture' of society?

• Social construct

• Meso-level society

• Macro-level society

• Micro-level society

What is the significance of 'gender' as discussed in the text?

• It refers to the biological differences between males and females

• It is a fixed aspect of an individual's identity

• It is determined by society and varies according to individuals and cultures

• It solely depends on an individual's personal choice

What does 'globalisation' describe?

• The process of integrating and sharing goods, services, and culture between countries

• The study of global geography

• The global distribution of natural resources

• The worldwide spread of diseases

What is a 'social construct'?

• A type of government system

• A natural phenomenon acknowledged by society

• A socially created aspect of social life

• A physical structure built by a society

What does 'power' relate to in the context of society?

• The study of political systems

• Electrical energy

• The ability or capacity to influence or persuade others to a point of view or action

• Physical strength of individuals

What role does 'school' play in society according to the text?

• Solely to provide academic knowledge

• To provide an education that teaches academic knowledge, life skills, and cultural norms

• To enforce legal systems

• To serve as a primary agent of employment

What is the impact of 'media' on society as discussed?

• It solely focuses on delivering news

• It has no significant impact on society

• It primarily serves as entertainment

• It is a key agent of socialisation and influences values, attitudes, and behaviours