Sociology Unit 5 Notes Quiz

What does deviance refer to in a sociological context?

• Conformity to societal norms

• Behavior that departs from societal or group norms

• The enforcement of laws

• The study of criminal behavior

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

• Receiving a fine for speeding

• Developing a sense of right and wrong

• Being praised for good work

• Laws and regulations

External social control is based on which of the following?

• Personal morals

• Social sanctions

• Internal dialogue

• Individual beliefs

How are both internal and external social control related to social control and power?

• They are both shaped by those in power, who disproportionately influence the norms for social interaction.

• They both rely exclusively on legal systems.

• They are both unrelated to power structures in society.

• They both are developed during socialization without any influence from those in power.

According to Functionalism, how does deviance contribute to society?

• It results from the tensions or strains people experience due to their position in the social structure.

• It is controlled and defined by the dominant class to maintain inequality in society.

• It is a source of social cohesion and helps define social boundaries and strengthen group solidarity.

• It is learned through interaction with others in social contexts where deviance is viewed as acceptable.

What does Symbolic Interactionism suggest about deviance?

• It is a result of societal goals and the ability to achieve the "American Dream."

• It is a learned behavior through social labeling and interaction.

• It is a behavior that is controlled and defined by the dominant class.

• It is a behavior that results from social bonds and attachments.

Conflict Theory argues that deviance is:

• A learned behavior through social labeling and interaction.

• A source of social cohesion that strengthens group solidarity.

• Controlled and defined by the dominant class to maintain inequality in society.

• A result of the tensions or strains people experience due to their position in the social structure.

What is the focus of Control Theory regarding deviance?

• It focuses on the social bonds and attachments that explain conformity.

• It sees deviance as a learned behavior through social labeling.

• It argues that deviance is controlled by the dominant class.

• It suggests that deviance results from societal tensions or strains.

According to Labeling Theory, deviance and conformity are:

• Labels assigned to certain people and behaviors, focusing on how these labels are applied.

• Controlled and defined by the dominant class to maintain inequality.

• Learned behaviors through interaction with others in acceptable social contexts.

• The result of social bonds and attachments that lead to conformity.

Structural Strain Theory suggests that deviance results from:

• Social labeling and interaction.

• The tensions or strains people experience due to their position in the social structure.

• The control and definition by the dominant class.

• Social bonds and attachments.