Quiz 3 (midterm 1)

Which of the following concepts is associated with Parsons' theory of social action?

• Status and role

• Social class conflict

• The looking-glass self

• Anomie

Marxist feminism primarily focuses on the relationship between capitalism and:

• Gender roles in the family

• The intersection of race and gender

• Women's oppression and economic exploitation

• The cultural construction of femininity

The sociological perspective can best be described as:

• The view that society is created by individuals’ choices alone

• Understanding human behavior by placing it within its broader social context

• A method of studying psychology and behavior

• A theory that emphasizes individualism over societal influences

What is the first step in the scientific method?

• Reviewing the literature

• Formulating a hypothesis

• Defining the problem

• Collecting and analyzing data

Cultural relativism is the idea that:

• Cultures should be judged by their own standards rather than by the standards of another culture

• Some cultures are superior to others

• Cultural practices are irrelevant to understanding society

• Universal moral standards exist across all societies

What is structural-functionalism primarily concerned with?

• Social change and revolution

• How society maintains stability and social order

• The conflict between different social classes

• The symbolic meanings of daily interactions

The 'glass ceiling' refers to:

• An economic theory related to market dynamics

• The invisible barrier that prevents women and minorities from advancing to top positions in organizations

• A metaphor for upward social mobility

• A term describing the transparency of corporate governance

Which of the following best describes ascribed status?

• A status that is earned through personal effort

• A status that is assigned at birth or involuntarily acquired

• A status that is based on economic wealth

• A status that varies based on social interactions

Who is credited with the development of the concept of the 'looking-glass self'?

• George Herbert Mead

• Erving Goffman

• Charles Horton Cooley

• Max Weber

The concept of the 'iron cage' of rationality is associated with:

• Karl Marx

• Emile Durkheim

• Max Weber

• Auguste Comte