Sociology- Chapter 3 Quiz

Which of the following is NOT a type of social interaction mentioned?

• Exchange

• Cooperation

• Isolation

• Conflict

What is a status in the context of social structure?

• A socially defined position in society

• A type of economic class

• A personal hobby

• A family relationship

What is the relationship between status and role?

• Status is the behavior attached to a role

• Role is the behavior attached to a status

• Status and role are unrelated

• Role is a type of status

What is a master status?

• A status that is least important in shaping identity

• A status that plays the greatest role in shaping a person's life

• A temporary status during teenage years

• A status that is always ascribed

What are the five forms of social interaction recognized by sociologists?

• Exchange, competition, conflict, cooperation, accommodation

• Exchange, negotiation, conflict, cooperation, mediation

• Exchange, competition, compromise, cooperation, arbitration

• Exchange, competition, conflict, mediation, arbitration

What is a compromise in the context of social interaction?

• A situation where one party wins completely

• A situation where both parties give up something

• A situation where no agreement is reached

• A situation where one party dominates the other

What are the three broad categories of society recognized by sociologists?

• Preindustrial, Industrial, Postindustrial

• Agricultural, Technological, Digital

• Ancient, Medieval, Modern

• Rural, Urban, Suburban

How does industrialization affect population size?

• It decreases population size

• It has no effect on population size

• It increases population size by increasing food production

• It stabilizes population size

What is a key characteristic of postindustrial societies?

• Emphasis on manufacturing

• Emphasis on information and services

• Emphasis on agricultural production

• Emphasis on craftsmanship

What does the term "barter" mean?

• Trading goods and services without money

• Buying goods with currency

• Exchanging currency for services

• Saving money in a bank